The emergence of the platform society and its impact on individuals and the church

The podcast explores the concept of the platform society, which is formed by large digital platforms connected to global corporations. This new society is changing the shape of society and has significant implications for individuals and the church. It is causing a shift in the nature of work, leading to the rise of precarious employment and increasing inequality. Geopolitics is also brought into people's backyards as these transnational platforms operate outside of local laws. Furthermore, the platform society is leading to social disconnection and a decreased ability to build relationships. The fear of difficulty and challenging conversations is contributing to the decline of social skills and the rise of ghosting. The impact of the platform society on discipleship includes the challenges of secularization, the changing demographics of churches, and the need to develop new strategies for relationship-building and discipleship.