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Can Radical Hope Save Us from Despair in a Fractured World? with Jamie Wheal


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In this episode, Jamie Wheal explores the question of “Can radical hope save us from despair in a fractured world?” He argues that most of the feel-good positivity we are sold is useless when facing real crises, from climate collapse to meaninglessness. But there is a kind of hope that survives contact with brutal reality.

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Key Takeaways:

  • The internal and cultural struggle between hope and despair in the context of global crises.
  • The concept of “radical hope” as a resilient form of hope amidst harsh realities.
  • The inadequacy of typical positivity in addressing complex real-world problems.
  • The need for a new “rational mysticism” suitable for the 21st century.
  • The dangers of failing to establish a stable, shared sense of meaning in society.
  • The critique of hyper-individualistic and consumer-driven culture in relation to existential risks.
  • The historical evolution of existential risk narratives and their implications for modern society.
  • The importance of community and connection in fostering healing and growth.
  • The challenges of creating secular communities that provide meaningful structure and belonging.
  • The potential for a revived Western rational mysticism to address contemporary spiritual needs and crises.


If you enjoyed this conversation with Jamie Wheal, check out these other episodes:

How to Overcome Cynicism and Embrace Hope with Jamil Zaki

Human Nature and Hope with Rutger Bregman

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