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.