Critical Thinking Resources
Sharpen Your Mind: Tools for Evaluating Media and Uncovering Manipulation
In an era of misinformation and media manipulation, critical thinking is an essential skill. This section provides valuable resources to help you sharpen your ability to evaluate information, recognize gaslighting tactics, and think critically about the narratives you encounter.
With the right tools, you’ll be better equipped to question biases, spot manipulation, and make informed decisions based on logic and evidence. Explore the links to empower yourself with the knowledge needed to see through the noise and stay informed.
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Discover the essentials of your #SpotTheGaslight process and confidently navigate the path to truth.
Legal & Government Accountability
Alan Dershowitz – Harvard legal scholar and professor emeritus providing analysis on constitutional law, civil liberties, and current events.
Judicial Watch – Focuses on promoting government transparency and accountability through investigative journalism.
Sharyl Attkisson – Investigative journalist covering issues related to media, government transparency, and accountability.
The Black Vault – A database of declassified government documents covering a wide range of topics, from UFOs to intelligence agencies.
Just the News – Focuses on investigative journalism and fact-based reporting, aiming to provide transparency in news coverage.
Heritage Foundation – Provides in-depth research on policy issues, including economics, education, and national security.
News Websites
AllSides – Rates the bias of media outlets and provides articles from across the political spectrum, encouraging critical engagement with multiple viewpoints.
BBC – Provides global news and analysis, offering a broad overview of key international and national events.
Bongino Report – A news aggregator featuring the latest stories and headlines across politics, culture, and more.
Ground News – Aims to help readers make informed decisions by understanding media biases and spotting narratives from various viewpoints.
CNN International – Provides global coverage of breaking news and in-depth reporting on international and national events.
Daily Wire – Provides news and opinion pieces focusing on societal, political, and economic issues.
Sky News Australia – Provides breaking news and analysis with a focus on Australian and global events.
The Blaze – Provides a variety of viewpoints, with in-depth discussions on societal and political topics from a wide range of hosts.
The Economist – Provides data-driven analysis on global economic, political, and social issues.
The Federalist – Provides well-researched opinion pieces focusing on culture, politics, and societal debates.
Zero Hedge – A financial blog focused on news and opinions about financial markets and economics.
Podcasts
Cato Institute Daily Podcast – A libertarian think tank offering discussions on political, social, and economic issues from a free-market perspective.
Ben Shapiro Show – Offers in-depth analysis on political and cultural topics, encouraging critical thinking on mainstream narratives.
Common Sense with Dan Carlin – A politically independent podcast that explores history and current events, presenting diverse viewpoints.
Fearless with Jason Whitlock – Explores the intersection of sports, culture, and politics with an unfiltered approach.
Freakonomics Radio – Offers economic and sociological perspectives on common societal issues through in-depth interviews and research.
Hidden Brain – Explores how unconscious patterns shape human behavior, providing scientific and psychological insights into decision-making.
The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show – Provides commentary on politics, culture, and national issues, blending humor with analysis.
The Daily Beans – Provides updates and analysis of current events, with a focus on legal and governmental issues.
Banter by AEI – A podcast that discusses political and economic policies from the American Enterprise Institute’s perspective.
Countermine Podcast – Offers commentary on political and cultural issues, presenting alternative viewpoints to mainstream narratives.
Dan Bongino Show – A podcast offering political analysis, commentary on media narratives, and discussion of current events from a former Secret Service agent’s perspective.
Left, Right & Center – A podcast that encourages balanced debates between political ideologies, offering a range of perspectives.
Political Gabfest – A podcast that debates pressing political issues, making it a valuable resource for understanding current political events from various angles.
Revisionist History – A podcast that reinterprets overlooked or misunderstood events in history, offering unique insights and challenges to common perceptions.
Stuff You Should Know – A podcast that explains how things work, from everyday concepts to fascinating history.
TED Talks Daily – A daily podcast that delivers insights from TED Talks, covering science, art, technology, and more.
The Glenn Beck Program – Provides political commentary and in-depth discussion on current events and cultural topics.
The Fifth Column – Offers a range of perspectives on politics and culture, featuring irreverent commentary on current events.
The Jesse Kelly Show – Commentary on U.S. politics, military issues, and global affairs.
The Joe Rogan Experience – A long-form podcast that interviews a wide range of guests, offering diverse perspectives on politics, culture, science, and more.
The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast – Deep conversations on psychology, culture, and human nature, featuring influential thinkers.
The Megyn Kelly Show – A podcast that dives into current events, culture, and politics, with high-profile interviews and personal insights.
The Michael Savage Show – Discusses politics, culture, and science with a distinctive and thought-provoking tone.
The Shawn Ryan Show – Candid discussions about national security, personal struggles, and untold stories.
The Tucker Carlson Show – Offers a bold perspective on U.S. politics, media bias, and cultural issues. Known for its in-depth interviews and provocative insights, the show tackles current events with a focus on questioning mainstream narratives and exploring stories often overlooked by other outlets.
Science, Technology, & Space Resources
The Webb Space Telescope – Provides reports and educational content about space and astronomical discoveries, featuring the latest advancements in technology.
The Debrief – Focuses on science, technology, and defense news, offering well-researched articles on the latest developments.
Cultural & Societal Commentary
Christopher F. Rufo – Provides commentary on societal issues, with a focus on education and cultural movements.
Libs of TikTok – Curates social media content that highlights cultural debates, with a focus on education and parenting topics.
Mental Floss – Explores fascinating facts, trivia, and intellectual insights on a wide range of topics from history to science.
Steven Crowder – Provides commentary and analysis on culture, politics, and media, often incorporating humor to challenge societal norms.
The Empire’s New Clothes – Explores how power structures influence society, offering critiques of political and social systems.
Lara Logan – Investigative journalist covering global affairs, national security, and media issues.
Commentators & Thought Leaders
Elon Musk – Provides insights on technology, innovation, and future trends, often sharing thoughts on global and societal changes.
Glenn Greenwald – Provides commentary on civil liberties, privacy, and media issues, offering a range of insights on current events.
Heather Mac Donald – Provides commentary on law enforcement, cultural trends, and academic issues.
Tucker Carlson – Provides commentary on U.S. politics and culture, with a focus on media issues and current events.
Victor Davis Hanson – Provides commentary on history, politics, and society, offering scholarly insights on cultural trends.
Thomas Sowell Quotes – Provides insights on economics, society, and politics from one of the most influential modern thinkers.
Wesley Yang – Provides deep commentary on cultural movements, identity politics, and social change.
Nonpartisan Government Data
USA Facts – Provides nonpartisan, data-driven insights on U.S. government spending, population, and policy impacts, helping users make informed decisions based on verified facts.
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