Lauren Barnett, Chief of Staff at the Expectations Project, shares her poignant insights on grief and the pervasive issues of misinformation. In a heartfelt conversation, she reflects on the loss of her mother and the emotional toll of civic engagement. They explore the impact of alt media and algorithms on mental health, particularly for elders. Barnett dives into her work advocating for marginalized children and the challenges of public education, weaving humor into discussions about identity, faith, and the societal need for genuine connections.