Do you really know what’s happening in the world, or are you just caught in a cycle of negativity and sensationalism? In this eye-opening episode, we unpack why following the news might be doing more harm than good. From its biased portrayal of reality to its focus on fear and negativity to attract attention, we reveal how consuming news often leaves you less informed and more distracted.
Instead of passively watching events unfold, we challenge you to “make the news” by taking action in your own life. Whether it’s building a business, pursuing your passions, or contributing to your community, this episode offers practical tips to reclaim your time and energy from the endless news cycle and invest it in creating meaningful change.
Tune in to break free from the news trap and start living a life that’s headline-worthy!
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CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist
It’s 1996 in rural North Carolina, and an oddball crew makes history when they pull off America’s third largest cash heist. But it’s all downhill from there. Join host Johnny Knoxville as he unspools a wild and woolly tale about a group of regular ‘ol folks who risked it all for a chance at a better life. CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist answers the question: what would you do with 17.3 million dollars? The answer includes diamond rings, mansions, velvet Elvis paintings, plus a run for the border, murder-for-hire-plots, and FBI busts.