Beauty, Infinity, and Dogs
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Beauty, Infinity, and Dogs
A Conversation with Peter Bouteneff
Several months ago, I was interviewed by the splendid Peter Bouteneff for Luminous, the Podcast of the Institute of Sacred Arts, principally on the topics of beauty and aesthetics, but also on Roland in Moonlight. Release of the interview was delayed by certain technical problems that bedeviled the recording, at my end of the conversation in particular; but it has now been released. If it sounds as if I am speaking through a metal tube, my apologies. I had been given a shiny new metal tube for my birthday, and I could not resist putting it to use. But ours was a very fruitful conversation even so, it seems to me.
Beauty, Infinity, and Dogs
I don't always understand DBH's words (as eloquent as it is - but it's good because it gives me the chance to improve and expand my command of language, as Cantonese is my first language), so sometimes I lurk in the comments for more insight into certain things, and I came across the mention of this project by DBH last night when I was googling about the Eucharist, so here I am. Even though I know I'm not that bright, I wish to learn more on here from DBH and others (also a big fan of Japanese aesthetics - and asian culture in general as I'm from Hong Kong - so I'm looking forward to content about that), and in turn, I hope to share what I've gained to my close friends and others (like those in my uni's Chinese Christian fellowship). This is my first "online blog community", and I'm still quite new to this, but I'm really looking forward to it. DBH, if you read this, I want to express my sincerest appreciation, and extend a big Thank you for helping me to better understand and appreciate the beauty of God's goodness and tie up some loose ends for me (that truly brought me a lot of joy and peace - and I wish more people would experience something similar). Quick question: Have you ever considered something like a YouTube live Q&A session hosted, where people can ask questions on there or maybe even send in super chats? Would love to talk to you about sushi, anime, and other things haha. Anyway, have a good day!
Wonderful interview, thank you. Is the lecture/ paper you gave (missed by Peter!) available at all?