#misinformation
7 episodes
#1524: The Consensus Machine: Inside the New Era of AI Botnets
Discover how AI-powered botnets are moving beyond spam to simulate organic debates and manufacture public opinion at a global scale.
#1521: The Verification Gap: How Modern Newsrooms Fight Fake News
How do newsrooms verify a missile strike in a "black box" scenario? Discover the forensic tools fighting digital disinformation.
#1516: The False Flag: From Pirate Sails to Digital Warfare
Discover how a literal naval trick evolved into a powerful weapon of modern information warfare and global distrust.
#1298: The Wikipedia Wars: Who Controls the Digital Truth?
Is Wikipedia still a neutral gold standard, or has it become a battlefield for ideologues? We dive into the systemic collapse of digital truth.
#1149: The Pattern Machine: The Science of Conspiracy Theories
From ancient Rome to modern forums, why is the human brain hardwired to find patterns in chaos? Explore the science of the "secret."
#876: Words That Wound: The Global Battle Over Free Speech
Explore the high-stakes tension between the right to speak and the right to safety in an era of digital vitriol and real-world violence.
#70: AI for Crisis: Fact vs. Fear
AI for crisis: separating fact from fear. Discover how automated reports deliver dry facts, cutting through noise for rational preparedness.