Thinking Independently in a World That Tells You What to Believe with Gareth Icke

This week we sit down with Gareth Icke for a powerful and thought-provoking conversation around independent thinking, media narratives, and the reality of questioning the world we live in. Gareth shares his unique upbringing, growing up in a household that challenged mainstream thinking and how early experiences with media scrutiny shaped his perspective on truth, authority and information. We explore the impact of the Covid era as a turning point for many, the role of fear and repetition in shaping public belief and why so many people feel that “something isn’t quite right” but struggle to articulate what that is. This conversation dives into: - How to think critically in a world of information overload - The emotional influence of media and messaging - Why questioning authority is becoming more important than ever - The challenges of speaking out in today’s digital landscape - How to stay grounded, rational and self-led in uncertain times It’s an honest, open conversation about truth, perception, and the importance of staying connected to your own intuition and values, even when it’s uncomfortable. 🎧 A must-listen for anyone navigating modern life and wanting to think more clearly, independently, and consciously. ______________________ This episode is sponsored by Alba Health, an at-home gut health test that helps parents better understand their child’s microbiome and overall wellbeing. With personalised insights and expert nutrition guidance, Alba supports digestion, immunity and everyday health. Learn more at albahealth.com/RAISE and use our code for 10% off your order. This episode is sponsored by GlycanAge, an advanced biological age test that measures inflammation and immune health to help you understand how your body is ageing on the inside. Discover powerful insights into longevity at glycanage.com. This episode is sponsored by Bon Charge, creators of science-backed wellness tools designed to support better sleep, recovery and energy. From red light therapy to blue light blocking glasses, explore their range and get 15% off with the code RAISE at uk.boncharge.com. ______________________ Thank you for listening! Follow or connect with We Are Raise here:https://www.instagram.com/weareraiseThanks to our sponsors of this season:Healf Bloods — comprehensive at-home blood testing that turns guesswork into a clear picture of your health. https://healf.com/WEARERAISEEpetōme — leading market synbiotic to properly care for your gut health. 30x more effective than a standard capsule And the only probiotic we take. Use code RAISE10 for 10% off at epetome.com/RaiseSweet Bee — beautiful organic wellness products for the whole family, including their cult-favourite Sweet Sleep Magnesium Butter. Use code RAISE for a discount sitewide at sweetbeeorganics.comPast sponsors we still swear by — codes included:Alba Health — at-home gut health testing that helps parents understand their child's microbiome. Code RAISE for 10% off at albahealth.com/RAISEGlycanAge — an advanced biological age test that reveals how your body is really ageing. glycanage.comBon Charge — science-backed wellness tools for better sleep, recovery and energy. Code RAISE for 15% off at uk.boncharge.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.