A Post-Truth World

Politics, Polarization, and a Vision for Transcending the Chaos

By: Ken Wilber

Narrated by: Christopher Ragland

A piercing examination of our current social and political situation through the lens of Integral Theory—by the framework’s founder, cutting-edge philosopher Ken Wilber.

Our overwhelmingly divisive socio-political climate is among the greatest challenges of our time. Not only in America but also internationally, it seems that almost every issue raises incredibly vocal oppositional views. Not least of all, the arising of vast networks of disinformation is a testament to our deepening rifts. With so much hostility, antagonism, cynicism, and discord, how can we mend the ruptures in our society?

Acclaimed philosopher Ken Wilber examines our polarization through the lens of Integral Theory to show what led to these fractures, both in America and around the world—as well as what is needed for humanity to move forward. In his provocative analysis, he explores how the arising of support for antagonistic authoritarians represents a backlash against the failure of those at the leading edge of consciousness (postmodernism and pluralism) to acknowledge the challenges that persist amidst our imagined progress: that, to date, society has been not proven to be equal, and liberty and justice have not been consistent for all. But a new Integral force is emerging that can move beyond the narcissism, nihilism, and cynicism to offer genuine leadership and move us all toward greater wholeness. All of us can be part of the movement, and here Ken Wilber shows us how.

©2017, 2024 Ken Wilber (P)2024 Shambhala Publications

Well done

Easy to understand. Well laid out for every/any listener. Important for this moment in history.

Spot On.

This brilliant book foresaw the winner of the 2024 Presidential Election. Unbelievable accuracy. Let Truth Prevail…

How unhealthy green created Trump

Not enough practical solutions to combat Trump. However, the theory is solid and relatable in terms of unpacking the origin of Trump.

Hope and a Clear Path

Here is a work of loving compassion and scholarly wisdom. Ken Wilber has inspired me with hope and a clear path to personal growth and how best to engage in service to others.

"Culture wars" = solved! ...

...or at least approached in the most intelligent and compassionate way I could imagine. Seriously, this is one of those books that every human should read, and the world would become a better place fairly quickly. I fail to see how anyone could pick apart any of these arguments, which of course could just be a limitation in myself, but I digress. More helpful wisdom from Ken Wilber. (I highly recommend his "A Brief History of Everything" for a more thorough primer on Integral Metatheory if you are new to it, but this book is not heavy in jargon and for sure written with relative layman in mind.)