Plus: See an exclusive clip from the upcoming episode, ‘Activists or Terrorists?’
I didnt even know the subject matter of each of the episodes when I began, she says.
Gyllenhaal says she feels its her responsibility to stay informed.

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But to be honest, I find it difficult sometimes, she says.
I make a run at look for sources of news that are reliable.
My husband [actor Peter Sarsgaard] is much better than me!
The series has accomplished all that and more.
They are easily digestible and about things that dont get coverage in a lot of places.
Hopefully it will activate you and make you feel like you should probably know more.
A new episode ofTruth and Power, titled Activists or Terrorists?, premieres on Friday at 10 p.m. you’re free to watch a clip from Pivots upcoming episode above.