The Golden Ball

Podcast
The Golden Ball

When we watch soccer, something happens
that has nothing to do with the game and everything to do with it.

What is this podcast


You will learn how depth psychology can help you play the game of life in a more fulfilling way.Three depth psychologists, one of them a former World Cup soccer player, explore soccer as a metaphor for life.They discuss what the game reveals about how to win, how to lose, how to perform, and who we are. Each episode takes one theme from the game and follows it somewhere deeper.


Machiel Klerk

Psychotherapist
Lover of soccer
Author
Founder of Jung Platform.
[email protected]

John O'Brien

Former Olympic and World Cup soccer player
Doctor of Clinical Psychology Supporting athletes in both performance and life.
https://johnobriensportpsych.com

Akke-Jeanne Klerk

Personal Development Coach Depth Psychology Teacher
Co-founder Jung Platform
[email protected]

The question


When did you fall in love with the game? What was it, you really fell in love with?In the introduction episode the three depth psychologists answer this question. They would love to hear your answer.


Jung Platform


The Golden Ball is a podcast sponsored by Jung Platform;
the largest global platform for depth psychology.
Jung Platform offers courses and certificate programs.

Episodes


Episodes on all major potcast platforms.
Below the link to the episode videos on our YouTube channel.

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One Golden Ball

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Three depth psychologists

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Nations at World Cup 2026


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Thank you

Thank you for joining us. For the love of the game.