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31st Aug 2026

Why Your Brain Believes Fake News (And the Two Methods That Counter It)

Russell Newton discusses how to spot fake news online using Albert Rutherford's book 'Stop Being Fooled'. Learn the Socratic Questioning technique and the SIFT method for verifying claims on social media and beyond. Understand why people believe false information, how viral misinformation spreads, and protect yourself from manipulation by spotting lies online before they take hold.

Join Russell Newton as he dives into personal development and media literacy, sharing wisdom on how to spot fake news and misinformation in our digital age. With insights from experts like Albert Rutherford and his own experience as an audiobook narrator, Russell teaches us critical thinking skills like source verification and the SIFT method to stop being fooled by online claims and viral disinformation.

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About the Podcast

Voice over Work - An Audiobook Sampler
Audiobook synopsises for the masses
You know that guy that reads all the time, and always has a book recommendation for you?

Well, I read and/or produce hundreds of audiobooks a year, and when I read one that has good material, I feature it here. This is my Recommended Listening list. These choices are not influenced by authors or sponsors, just books worthy of your consideration.

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