00:00 The internet is impacting critical thinking and focus.
01:39 Pandemic's impact on children's cognitive development
03:24 The internet's passive consumption affects critical thinking
05:04 The internet has made it easier to learn everything about anything, but it can be hard to figure out what information is accurate.
06:50 Diverse news sources promote critical thinking
08:34 The internet changes people's minds and reading habits
10:09 Internet feeds dogmatic thinking and tribal mentality
11:56 The internet eliminates critical thinking and amplifies mob mentality
13:37 Internet comments replace personal judgment
15:15 Online echo chambers and algorithms damage critical thinking
16:51 Online news cycle vs independent journalists
18:15 Popularity doesn't diminish hunger for in-depth discussions.