#100 - Jordan Hall - Is Christianity the Key to the Meta-Crisis?

Jordan Hall is a philosopher, futurist, and recently, a Christian. He played a significant role in the digital media landscape at MP3.com and later as the founder and CEO of DivX, a company instrumental in the online digital video revolution. After this, Hall focused on stopping the “Meta-crisis” and co-founded the Game B movement, seeking alternative societal structures to address systemic challenges.

Summary

In this conversation, Mahon McCann and Jordan Hall explore the concept of the meta-crisis, emphasising its roots in spiritual warfare and the breakdown of modernity. They discuss the implications of digital culture on virtue, identity, and community, advocating for a return to the sacred and the importance of accountability in the digital realm. The dialogue highlights the need for reconciliation among Christians and the transformative power of faith in navigating contemporary challenges.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Context of the Meta Crisis

02:45 Understanding the Nature of the Meta Crisis

05:46 The Role of Spirituality in Crisis

08:49 Virtue vs. Virtue Signaling in the Digital Age

12:05 Transitioning from Modernity to Digital Age

15:01 Digital Identity and the Commons

18:01 The Need for Accountability in Digital Spaces

20:55 The Sacred and the Governance of Digital Identity

24:09 Reconnecting with the Sacred in a Digital World

27:00 The Foundation of Virtue and Relationship with God

31:33 The Nature of Virtue and Conviction

34:08 Grounding in Relationship with God

36:44 The Challenge of Modernity and Faith

39:36 Understanding Faith as Relationship

43:25 Restoring Meaning and Language

47:28 The Weight of Responsibility in Faith

51:13 The Process of Growth and Transformation

52:51 Navigating the Meta Crisis

56:15 The Spiritual Challenge of Growth

58:43 Listening to God and Mutual Commitment

01:00:05 The Dance of Relationships and Digital Encounters

01:03:00 The Challenge of Love and Presence

01:05:56 Hierarchy and Leadership in Crisis

01:08:55 The Universal Church and Reconciliation

01:12:10 The Role of Tradition and Interpretation

01:18:01 The Call to Action and Personal Mission

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