# How Do You Know? Pursuing Truth in a Sensation-Driven World

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Podcast: [Pursuit Of Purpose](https://stenobird.com/podcast/pursuit-of-purpose-6736165)
Published: 2026-04-24T15:11:53+00:00
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Hosts Rob and Chuck explore the central question: How do you know what’s true? They discuss the effects of social media, sensationalism, and algorithms on our information consumption, stress the importance of critical thinking, and urge listeners to verify sources and seek evidence. The episode also touches on current controversies, the responsibility of citizens, and the need for accountability in media and government.

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