#103 Clicks Over Truth: The Algorithm Is the Problem

n this episode of the 'I Shower After Work' podcast, John and Jason dive into the complexities of finding reliable information on the internet. They break down real issues such as contradictory data from reputable sources, the pitfalls of peer-reviewed studies, and the pervasive echo chambers that color our perceptions. Along the way, they share personal anecdotes and offer practical tips on how to sift through the noise and form well-informed opinions. Tune in for an eye-opening discussion that's as entertaining as it is enlightening! 💬 Question for you: What’s one source you trust (news site, podcast, person) and why? Drop it in the comments and we’ll read the best ones. 00:00 Introduction and Personal Health Update 00:23 Custom Orthotics and Foot Health Discussion 01:25 Living with Plantar Fasciitis 03:14 Impact of Barefoot Activities 05:59 Podcast Introduction and Announcements 06:43 Weekly Updates and Work Life 08:36 Weather and Work Challenges 11:50 Listener Interactions and Feedback 15:01 The Internet: A Double-Edged Sword 34:26 Reality Check and Personal Growth 35:28 Understanding Echo Chambers 37:41 Social Media and Happiness 39:08 The Peer Review Process 42:01 The Dog Park Hoax 45:41 The Importance of Critical Thinking 52:54 Echo Chambers and Media Bias 59:22 Finding Reliable Information 01:07:49 Balancing Life and Staying Informed 01:19:26 Concluding Thoughts #ISAWPodcast #MediaLiteracy #TradesLife #StopDoomScrolling https://www.frbservices.org/news/fed360/issues/060325/cash-2025-findings-diary-consumer-payment-choice https://www.atlantafed.org/blogs/take-on-payments/2025/05/19/more-us-consumers-use-cash-than-any-other-way-to-pay https://www.purdueglobal.edu/blog/online-learning/credible-academic-sources/ https://www.stevenson.edu/online/about-us/news/how-to-identify-reliable-information/ https://www.wweek.com/news/schools/2018/10/09/a-portland-state-university-professor-made-up-a-study-of-dog-on-dog-sexual-assault-and-got-the-hoax-published/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4975196/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/beyond-school-walls/202411/trapped-in-the-echo-chamber