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14 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
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Oliver Burkeman argues that not only is the way we've come to consume news bad for us, it actually distorts our ability to be informed, hindering society rather than enabling it. Show more
14 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LWLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FM
Available for over a year
If our consumption of news is so problematic is abstinence the only solution? But how can you be a responsible, contributing member of society if you don’t know what’s going on? Show more
14 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LWLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FM
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Is the news making the world worse? - 'The news' came about to speak truth to power and keep citizens engaged. What if the way we get news is now doing more harm than good? Show more
14 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
Oliver explores the impact of looking elsewhere for news. If you avoid the mainstream outlets how does that shape your view of the world and what's important.
14 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LWLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FM
Available for over a year
So if going cold turkey isn't the solution to having a better relationship with the news, Oliver asks how can you find the balance between being informed and not tyrannized by it. Show more
