In one of the most eye-opening segments ever featured on the CommonX Podcast, Ian sits down with Dr. Jared Ball — professor, author, and one of today’s most incisive voices on media power and representation. Together, they unpack how mainstream narratives are shaped, how truth is manipulated, and why reclaiming your voice has never been more urgent.

This isn’t just a discussion — it’s a deep dive into how the media machine defines what we believe, what we buy, and who we become. Dr. Ball challenges viewers to recognize the structures that silence dissent and commodify authenticity — and to push back by taking ownership of their own stories.

🎙️ Topics explored:

• The architecture of media manipulation and control

• Cultural commodification and the illusion of “choice”

• The intersection of activism, art, and truth

• Strategies for reclaiming narrative power in the digital era

This CommonX feature challenges every listener to ask a powerful question:
Who’s telling your story — and why?

🖇️ Watch the full conversation below:
👉 Dr. Jared Ball: The Media Is Feeding Us Myths & Lies | Episode 44