Have you heard of people who actively avoid the news?

A global study has suggested that more people are now turning away from news, because they find it depressing, relentless and boring. In fact, it’s said that news avoidance is now at record high levels.

Audrey and Ryan discuss the factors that contribute to people's desire to switch off the news, and social media's role in all of this.

 

Presented by Audrey Siek & Ryan Huang

Produced and Edited by Audrey Siek 

Photo and music credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors

 

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