Episode 2: What does it mean to be informed? introduction and overview (part 1 of this mini series)

Hi everyone! Welcome to my podcast, Existentially Blonde. Thank you for stopping by. First off, let me start by saying I accidentally uploaded the wrong version so the last second or so is not trimmed. My final edit had a smooth cut off point with some text information about the next episode. Its no big deal- just FYI in case one person makes it to the end 😂

Anywho, this video is a brief overview about “being informed,” what that means, how this idea has evolved over time, and some unique challenges we face in the information age we live in. I introduce key terms and ideas that will be expounded upon in subsequent episodes.

Hopefully you find something interesting or useful in this segment. Please share your thoughts if you have reflections or insights to add. Don’t hesitate to ask questions or provide feedback. Thanks!

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In the next episode, I discuss the development of democracy in the 19th century and important figures, like Robert Lowe and John Stuart Mill whose ideas and beliefs are still relevant today when we think about access to information and our perceptions of being informed.