Chapter
Utilizing the News for Empathy
28:28 - 34:27 (05:58)
The internet and social media allow individuals to be informed and current on specific events going on, but it's important to utilize the news for empathy rather than be controlled by updates and fillers being pushed by media platforms like CNN and Fox.
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The perception of money being more valuable than lives is evident in the statement "banks not tanks" and it is what people prioritize during times of war.
28:28 - 30:00 (01:32)
Summary
The perception of money being more valuable than lives is evident in the statement "banks not tanks" and it is what people prioritize during times of war.
ChapterUtilizing the News for Empathy
EpisodeEXTRA: Russian Oligarchs, Putin, and Sam and Shaan's Thoughts on Ukraine
PodcastMy First Million
The majority of news is considered noise and is effectively useless until there is an urgent matter occurring.
30:01 - 31:08 (01:07)
Summary
The majority of news is considered noise and is effectively useless until there is an urgent matter occurring. While news can be a tool for gathering information and empathy, it is important to recognize when news sources are using individuals as a means of profit.
ChapterUtilizing the News for Empathy
EpisodeEXTRA: Russian Oligarchs, Putin, and Sam and Shaan's Thoughts on Ukraine
PodcastMy First Million
Real-time updates on wars and other events can have a negative impact on people's mental health and productivity.
31:08 - 32:19 (01:11)
Summary
Real-time updates on wars and other events can have a negative impact on people's mental health and productivity. However, the ability to broadcast events live also has the power to shape public opinion and create successful media companies.
ChapterUtilizing the News for Empathy
EpisodeEXTRA: Russian Oligarchs, Putin, and Sam and Shaan's Thoughts on Ukraine
PodcastMy First Million
Some countries may turn to cryptocurrency to avoid being financially controlled by the US after recent news of the US being able to freeze assets in a global banking network.
32:19 - 34:27 (02:07)
Summary
Some countries may turn to cryptocurrency to avoid being financially controlled by the US after recent news of the US being able to freeze assets in a global banking network. This potential change may result in the adoption of digital currencies by various governments.