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Do you really need to read this column?

Jehan Casinader
Sat, 16 Jan 2021

Jehan Casinader
Sat, 16 Jan 2021

“Have you seen that tweet?” “Have you read that book?” “Have you listened to that podcast?” “Have you watched that show?”Every time I am asked one of these questions, a shiver runs down my spine. Almost always, the answer is: “No” – and I’m ashamed.Most of us try to keep up with news, sport, politics and pop culture. If your general knowledge is reasonable, you can join almost any conversation without looking gormless.But these days, it’s impossible to take in the eno...

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