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The conflict in the Middle East escalated last night. What does this mean for the world — and even more personally — for you and your anxiety? When do we tune in to the news? When do we tune out? And when do we stand up for what we believe?

CHAPTERS

0:00:00  part i: back patio sipping on my chai
0:00:34  recent news from the middle east
0:01:08  news, anxiety, and tuning out
0:02:06  i don't know enough to comment
0:03:17  where do we place our attention?
0:05:51  lack of trust in media / confirmation bias
0:09:17  what bout those of us with anxiety?
0:10:06  part ii: front porch
0:10:59  the answer is individual
0:11:36  activism, what if you're wrong?
0:13:31  two sides to the story
0:14:36  activism and anxiety
0:15:11  when do we speak up?
0:18:43  it's hard for us with anxiety
0:19:39  part iii: back on the back porch again
0:21:04  drawn to negative news
0:21:58  overload of confirmation bias
0:24:03  peter santenello on youtube
0:27:10  finding my own channel on yt
0:27:48  murphy and his love of dirt
0:28:43  part iv: inside the house
0:29:43  audio vs. video podcast
0:31:51  enjoy your sunday

REFERENCES

Peter Santenello on YouTube
— https://www.youtube.com/@PeterSantenello
— Videos about a world the media fails to capture

Peter Santenello Website
— https://petersantenello.com/

RECODING INFO

— RECORDED: Sunday, April 14, 2024
— LOCATION: Colorado

PODCAST SITELINKS

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PODCAST SUMMARY

Welcome to “uneven,” a podcast about life, anxiety, and being human. In such a chaotic world, how do we better our lives and the lives of those around us? Maybe, just maybe, we might find a few solutions together. Join veteran podcaster D E Foster as he explores the intimate struggles so many of us experience — often in silence. I hope you’ll join us.

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The uneven podcast is for general information purposes only and should never be considered medical, psychological, or any other form of health advice. Health-related information provided is not a substitute for professional advice and should not be used to diagnose or treat health problems or to prescribe any medical devices, psychological treatments, or other remedies. Never disregard medical advice or delay in seeking it.

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— TITLE: From the Earth
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