Becoming Something with Jonathan Pokluda Episode 362: How to handle the news (feat. Jason Woodruff)
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Mar 9, 2026 Jason Woodruff, founder and editor-in-chief of The Pour Over, curates short, Christian-rooted news summaries. He talks about trimming news overload and avoiding endless scrolling. He explains a disciplined news routine, how algorithms fuel outrage, and why consuming diverse sources and focusing on what you can pray for keeps media from wrecking relationships.
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Choose When And How Much News You Consume
- Treat news consumption intentionally and limit frequency so it doesn't hijack your emotions or day.
- Jason Woodruff recommends reading news in a 5–15 minute block, turn off breaking alerts, and recreate the old newspaper rhythm.
Algorithms Favor Outrage Over Objectivity
- Social media algorithms bias news toward sensational, emotional hooks over dispassionate reporting.
- Woodruff explains outlets change headlines and topics for shares, so what you see has already been filtered for virality.
Try A Short News Fast To Reset
- Do a news fast or cleanse to reset your habits and see how much you actually consume.
- The Pour Over ran a 40-day news cleanse and asks readers to try a five-day fast to notice how pervasive news exposure is.