In a digital age marked by relentless information flows, viral content, and algorithmic influence, changemakers face a critical challenge: how to consume news and media in a way that is both mindful and analytically rigorous. This episode explores the profound transformation of the information ecosystem—where traditional journalistic gatekeepers have been replaced by decentralised, opaque, and often polarising networks of content distribution.We examine how disinformation, echo chambers, algorithmic curation, and information overload undermine public reason and weaken democratic discourse. In response, we offer a dual framework of mindful and critical news consumption—emphasising attentiveness, intentionality, emotional regulation, and source evaluation. These are not simply cognitive skills but civic practices that empower changemakers to navigate complex narratives, challenge dominant frames, and model integrity in public discourse.
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