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What's Our Problem?

A Self-Help Book for Societies

Book • 2023

This book is a comprehensive analysis of modern society, delving into history, evolutionary psychology, political theory, neuroscience, and modern-day political movements.

It introduces a vertical axis that explores how we think, as individuals and as groups, rather than the traditional left-center-right horizontal political axis.

The book is packed with original concepts, sticky metaphors, and 300 drawings, offering readers a delightful and fascinating journey that will change their perspective on the world.

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Mentioned in 31 episodes

Recommended by

Marty Cagan

as a provocative book that challenged him in many ways.

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Mentioned by

Lex Fridman

in the introduction as

Tim Urban

's new book.

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Mentioned by

Sahil Bloom

as an example of a heartfelt writer.

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Mentioned by

Tim Urban

as a book he is currently working on.

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Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as a self-help book for societies, and discussed in detail throughout the podcast.

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Mentioned in the podcast introduction as the book being discussed in the episode.

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Mentioned by

Mark Manson

as

Tim Urban

's first book, exploring the psychology behind tribalism and in-group out-group hatred.

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Recommended by

Joe Lonsdale

as one of the most important books he's read in recent years, offering insights into societal issues.

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Mentioned by

Tim Urban

as the book he wrote to explore what is wrong with society and how to improve it.

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Mentioned by

Tim Urban

as his latest book project, detailing everything from the Big Bang to the future.

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