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Forget Prompt Engineering—Critical Thinking Is the Real Superpower
As we move toward the age of AI, the ultimate superpower is critical thinking, not raw output.
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Healthy Skepticism vs. Conspiracy: Lessons from the McConnell Photo Controversy
I think the recent controversy over Mitch McConnell’s “proof-of-life” photo is a perfect example of why we need media literacy, while still being skeptical. If you missed the drama, here’s a quick recap. The 84-year-old Senator was rushed to the hospital on June 14, 2026. In an incredibly vague statement, his team said he was…
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The Great Signal Decay: How to Spot “AI Slop”
It’s obvious to anyone who spends more than five minutes on social media nowadays that things have changed. We’ve all seen those hyper-shiny, weirdly perfect images on Facebook, hollow “inspirational” posts on LinkedIn, and TikTok videos with annoying robotic voices. And, has anyone escaped their Instagram feed without seeing an AI-generated video of a rooftop…
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It’s Rage Bait, Baby: How to Outsmart Outrage Content
Anyone who scrolls through social media for more than five minutes has seen it: a post, headline, or video so outrageous that it demands a visceral reaction. Your pulse quickens. You type out a comment, perhaps in all caps, before you’ve even finished reading it. That’s not an accident. You’ve just been hooked by rage…
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Essential Media Literacy Skills for the AI Content Era
Throughout my career as a content creator, I’ve focused on making information clear and engaging. It’s kind of my job to get the message across. However, we’re in a totally different situation: artificial intelligence doesn’t just help us find content; it makes it. I’m positive that you’ve come across numerous blog posts, videos, news articles,…
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Navigating the Wild West of Information: Your Guide to Media Literacy
As someone who spends a lot of time online creating and consuming content, I know how overwhelming the information landscape can be. On a vast, ever-shifting beach, it’s like trying to find a specific grain of sand. Everywhere we look, news, opinions, and “facts” are bombarding us, and really? It’s hard to know what to…