Summary: Keeping on from the last episode, Erin and I continue our chat on staying informed without losing our minds. Why is it a good thing to keep up with the news? It's a noble assumption that keeping up with the news makes us better people... but when is it harmful to us? We talk about the wrong sorts of whys for staying informed—and the healthier, better, more sustainable-in-the-long-term reasons for knowing what's going on.First in this series: Ep. 110—the what of Knowing the NewsFollow The Simple Show on InstagramFollow Women's Work on Instagram! (starts January 25—this Tuesday!)Erin’s blog, Design for MankindErin on Instagram and TwitterTsh (me) on Instagram and TwitterWomen’s Work, Tsh’s new podcast!Information is Food, Erin's TED talk recAmusing Ourselves to DeathWhen Helping HurtsJeremy Courtney of Preemptive LoveFor any links and codes from our lovely sponsors, head here
