Episode
TRUST ME I AM LYING
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- Apr 2, 2026
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- 1007
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Summary
Trust Me, I’m Lying by Ryan Holiday exposes how modern media and online news can be manipulated through blogs, social media, and viral content. Drawing from his own experience as a media strategist, Holiday reveals how rumors, outrage, and sensational stories are deliberately created to gain attention and traffic. He explains how blogs often prioritize speed and clicks over truth, allowing misinformation to spread rapidly. The book uncovers the hidden systems behind headlines and teaches readers to think critically about what they consume. It is a powerful warning about media manipulation and the importance of questioning information in the digital age. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/quick-reads--6471107/support .