Beyond the Diploma: Navigating the Summit of Self-Education

Hey there, podcast pals! I'm Dean Morgan, and on this episode of The Peak of Existence podcast, we're diving into a topic close to my heart: why learning is a lifelong journey.

In a world where facts are constantly in flux, we explore the ins and outs of keeping your knowledge relevant. Join me as we unravel the dangers of misinformation – from the anti-vax movement to navigating the pitfalls of social media and flashy news headlines.

But it's not all doom and gloom. We'll dish out practical strategies to keep your wits about you in the age of information overload. From fact-checking hacks to navigating the sea of opinions, we've got you covered.

Why bother, you ask? Well, because the perks of lifelong learning go way beyond avoiding fake news. It's your ticket to staying relevant at work, adapting to new tools, and flexing those mental muscles. We'll explore the advantages and share some unconventional ways to keep that brain of yours in top form.

And if you're looking for podcasts that mix knowledge with a dash of fun, we've got some recommendations just for you.

Meet the fantastic folks behind The Peak of Existence podcast, and a big shoutout to Steve Phantoms for the tunes—special thanks to the Thompson School District for supporting our journey.

Join us as we embark on this adventure to the Peak of Existence, where learning isn't a phase – it's a lifelong pursuit!

Sources:

https://misinforeview.hks.harvard.edu/article/who-knowingly-shares-false-political-information-online/

https://www.nber.org/system/files/working_papers/w25223/w25223.pdf

https://misinforeview.hks.harvard.edu/article/research-note-fighting-misinformation-or-fighting-for-information/

https://ethicalleadership.nd.edu/news/how-to-stop-the-spreadof-misinformation/

https://hospitalityinsights.ehl.edu/15-benefits-continuing-education#:~:text=Continuous%20learning%20will%20assist%20you,new%20abilities%20to%20obtain%20work]

https://blog.skillsuccess.com/learning-after-college/

https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2019/09/study-shows-that-students-learn-more-when-taking-part-in-classrooms-that-employ-active-learning-strategies/

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-athletes-way/202211/one-reason-kids-learn-faster-adults

https://www.verywellmind.com/how-to-become-a-more-effective-learner-2795162

https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0251545

Misinformation example:

https://bolenreport.com/the-cdc-has-known-all-along-how-dangerous-vaccines-are-and-has-covered-it-up-part-four-what-the-vaccine-construction-is-and-does/