The Ancient Egyptian Mysteries of Death and the Underworld

Fresh from his recent research travels in Egypt, Darren Le Baron returns with new insights into one of humanity’s most profound initiatory traditions: the ancient Egyptian mystery system of death, rebirth, and the underworld.

In this immersive talk, Darren explores the mythic landscapes of the Underworld of Amenta also called the Duat, not as distant religious symbols, but as encoded maps of consciousness. Moving beyond textbook narratives, he examines how the Egyptians understood death not as an end, but as a transformational process, one that mirrors psychological, spiritual, and even psychedelic initiation.

Drawing from mythology, archaeology, esoteric traditions, and his own research into altered states and entheogenic practices, Darren translates the ancient Egyptian mystery system into a framework that is both practical and relevant for modern seekers. What did the journey through the underworld truly represent? Were these myths symbolic descriptions of consciousness exploration? And how can these ancient teachings inform how we live, die, and transform today?

This presentation invites you to reconsider death, not as something to fear, but as a gateway to deeper self-knowledge, sovereignty, and renewal.

YOUR FACILITATOR

Darren Le Baron

Darren Le Baron is an educator specialising in mycology and psychedelic research, and is based between the UK and the Caribbean.

Known around the world for his Shroomshop Master classes and mushroom educational programs, he is a keen cultivator and teacher. His achievements include launching the UK's first accredited Mycology and Mushroom Cultivation course for schools and young people in 2021, providing hands-on experience to empower school children and at-risk youth.

A respected voice in the global psychedelic community, Darren is a regular speaker at major conferences and festivals including Breaking Convention, All Things Fungi, Ozora, and Lightning in a Bottle. Through his work with The Psychedelic Society and other organizations, he continues to inform and empower individuals from diverse backgrounds to cope with social challenges and contribute to community development as well as self-improvement in an innovative, creative, culturally-aware style.

@darren\_le\_baron

OUR TEAM

Carlotta Artuso

Carlotta is an Event Coordinator at The Psychedelic Society, with a deep passion for nature, personal and collective growth, mystical experiences and food (Italian roots play a big role here!).

Psychedelics have profoundly transformed her life, opening her mind to new perspectives and deeper self-awareness, allowing her to break free from the 9-5 grind and to launch her own PR and Events company - Carlotta PR.

She believes in their potential to heal and transform, and she's passionate about advocating for their safe, intentional use to inspire positive change and open new pathways of consciousness.

@carlotta.artuso