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Who can you trust? How to navigate digital media

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The growing suspicion of expertise is a growing problem on the internet, and it can be very difficult to figure out which sources are authoritative. In this episode, John Green offers some strategies to help you identify credible sources and take into account a source's point of view.

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Where does the term “think tank” originate from?

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It comes from the industrial revolution, referring to factories where innovative ideas were developed.

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It stems from academic circles, denoting research centers at universities.

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It is derived from military jargon used during World War II, representing a safe space for strategic discussions.

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It originates from the political realm, describing groups that influence policy-making processes.

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