Tea with Dr. J

This past week we learned a lot about Facebook. One, that privacy is STILL an issue. And, we learned many people like Senators misunderstand Facebook's place in the online world. This week's episode takes a look at questioning how to define Facebook and to ask ourselves--are we also to blame for being disillusioned with the notion of online privacy?

If you are a professional or if you own a small business--social media doesn't have to be hard. You do have time to post. Build your brand AND your confidence.

Roseanne's reboot success says a lot about what is missing in Hollywood--civility. Listen to my thoughts about how Hollywood has manufactured the uncivil behavior seen in our daily lives. Listening is a lost art. And, it took 30-minute sitcom for us to have a nationwide AHA moment.

Celebrate International Fact Checking Day. April 2 is the day to celebrate facts. Learn a few simple tips in under 2 minutes to quickly fact check online news. Beware of the share is my online motto. It should be yours, too.

Don't be afraid of Twitter! Learn to engage. I give you some ideas on how to get started.

Find out what Tea with Dr. J's new podcast is all about. As always, I welcome you to listen to smart conversation with an open mind and a hot cup of tea. We will explore current event topics over social media, politics, and journalism. Take a moment and listen to my short trailer to learn a little about me.

Episode 2 explores the idea of how media manufactures celebrities, but also politicians. Career politicians may be the thing of the past if they can't become more media savvy. The Trump phenomenon is real. Sit back with a cup of tea, an open mind, and think about how you think media has influenced the political landscape.

Today, I want to talk about Facebook and the data breach. I try to understand Facebook’s impact through visionary Neil Postman. In 1993, he prepared us for the change and chaos we are seeing today. Let’s remember Facebook is still new and we had no idea the impact Facebook would have on society ten years ago. Sit back with a cup of tea and listen to this short essay and think about how technology has changed your life.