Why Our World is Breaking: Jordan Hall on the Metacrisis

What happens when one of the world's most prominent complexity thinkers realizes that modern tools cannot fix a broken world? In this episode, I sit down with Jordan Hall—systems theorist, tech pioneer, and a leading voice on the global "metacrisis". Known for deconstructing institutional failure across economics, technology, and culture, Jordan shares the unexpected trajectory of his life and thought: a journey from applied complexity science to Christian conversion.Together, we explore why modernity’s hyper-analytic, managerial worldview is entering its death throes, and why addressing our compounding global crises requires far more than technological fixes or state policy. Jordan unpacks how his quest to design resilient models of collective intelligence unexpectedly led him to the local parish, the reality of the sacred, and a profound philosophical encounter with the Trinity. From the impending collapse of centralized education and healthcare to the urgent call for communities to reclaim deep, participatory responsibility, this conversation is an urgent, hope-filled roadmap for navigating an unstable future.🔗 MENTIONS & RESOURCES Join the discussion: https://floreology.com Retain What You Read: https://readwise.io/floreology/⏳ TIMESTAMPS 01:05 Introduction to Jordan Hall 03:02 Understanding the Meta Crisis 07:30 The Nature of Modernity 08:37 Global Implications of the Meta Crisis 11:31 Exploring the Spiritual Dimension 14:38 The Liminal Space and Collective Intelligence 17:45 The Role of Chaos in Understanding Reality 20:45 The Limitations of Modernity 23:49 The Journey Towards Christianity 42:37 Exploring Collective Intelligence and Faith 45:06 Personal Investigation into Beliefs 46:32 Understanding the Trinity 49:15 The Nature of Truth and Relationships 54:30 The Importance of Participation 57:23 The Reconquista of Responsibility 01:01:51 The Future of the Church 01:14:07 Preparing the Next Generation🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW Floreology is dedicated to the science of human flourishing, and how it intersects with Christianity. Each week, we sit down with world-class experts to explore faith, science, and flourishing, to help you see the impact of Christianity on every aspect of human experience.📱 CONNECT WITH ME https://www.instagram.com/floreology/ https://www.facebook.com/floreology X / Twitter: https://x.com/simonussher🎧 PODCAST VERSIONS Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/floreology/id1888102939 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7585zSgny23cfx4vwRdeta📝 LEGAL & DISCLOSURES Some links in this description are affiliate links, meaning I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. The content in this video is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice.