# Have humans progressed too far? - with James Van Lanen Page: https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-vancrux-podcast-host-jeevan-matharu-5977250/have-humans-progressed-too-far-with-james-van-lanen Text version: https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-vancrux-podcast-host-jeevan-matharu-5977250/have-humans-progressed-too-far-with-james-van-lanen.md Podcast: [The Vancrux Podcast - Host Jeevan Matharu](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-vancrux-podcast-host-jeevan-matharu-5977250) Published: 2026-05-15T21:26:52+00:00 Episode link: https://rss.com/podcasts/thevanquishpodcast/2830045 Audio file: https://content.rss.com/episodes/182135/2830045/thevanquishpodcast/2026_05_15_21_26_43_25b37c02-c37e-45c0-bc5a-e899f82c7e03.mp3 Processing state: not_requested JSON: https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-vancrux-podcast-host-jeevan-matharu-5977250/episodes/have-humans-progressed-too-far-with-james-van-lanen Duration seconds: 6172 ## Resource We dive deep into anthropology and human evolution, unpacking how rapid development and modern systems may be creating more problems than they solve. From the rise of AI to the loss of connection with nature, this conversation challenges the idea that β€œprogress” always equals improvement. We explore indigenous wisdom, what it means to live in harmony with the Earth, and the concept of reverse social Darwinism β€” where modern society may actually be weakening us rather than strengthening us. We also discuss deglobalisation, resilience, and what a more balanced, grounded future could look like. This episode will make you question the direction of humanity β€” and your place within it. 🌐 Follow James Van Lanen: https://humanrewilding.earth https://jamesvanlanen.com πŸ”₯ Sponsored By: β˜• Strong Coffee Company β€” Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com πŸ’Š More Labs β€” Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com 🍬 LiQure Gummies β€” Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com πŸ”₯ Useful Links: πŸ“˜ Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu πŸ“— A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0 πŸ“• Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb 🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/ 🧒 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store πŸ“Έ Follow on Instagram /the_vancrux_label ## Actions - request_transcript: `POST https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-vancrux-podcast-host-jeevan-matharu-5977250/episodes/have-humans-progressed-too-far-with-james-van-lanen/transcription-requests` β€” Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode. - read_markdown: `GET https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-vancrux-podcast-host-jeevan-matharu-5977250/have-humans-progressed-too-far-with-james-van-lanen.md` β€” Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource. A page view does not enqueue transcription. Agents should invoke `request_transcript` explicitly when they need this episode processed. ## Transcript Full transcripts are not published on public pages unless there is a clear rights basis.