Episode 270: How to Read the News (Literally and Figuratively)

We’re all experiencing information overload, with truth and lies mixed across all kinds of media we consume. As a journalist, Tawny has guidance on how to make sure you’re reading credible, real news. To keep ourselves mentally healthy, we need to consume news in a way that works for us. Look for objectivity and coverage that doesn’t pick sides. Also, most importantly, engage in critical thinking.

 

Music Minute features The Beatles, Green Day, 4 Non Blondes, and Fleetwood Mac

 

Some satire on how to spot misinformation

 

Check out 1440 News 

 

Check out The Bulwark 

 

Listen to The Daily from The New York Times 

 

Order The Sobriety Deck 

 

Listen to The Sobriety Deck Playlist by Hannah Gardner

 

Order Tawny’s book, DRY HUMPING: A Guide to Dating, Relating, and Hooking Up Without the Booze

 

Subscribe to Tawny's newsletter, "Beyond Liquid Courage"

 

Order Tawny’s new NA drink, (parentheses)

 

Purchase Lisa’s memoir, Girl Walks Out of a Bar