Welcome to La Trobe University’s Clever Conversations.

This episode, from our Bold Thinking Series, explores the hottest issues and social media coverage in the 2019 federal election.

In an age of fake news and voter cynicism, our expert panel cuts through the political spin to help you, the voter, make your vote count.

We hear from La Trobe University’s political scientist Andrea Carson, who reveals what side of politics is most likely to resort to fake news.

She’s joined by retiring independent MP, Cathy McGowan, who shares what it takes to create a confident and engaged community.

While Chief Political Correspondent for The Saturday Paper, Karen Middleton, describes the national poll as 131 grassroot elections.

And media commentator, Nasya Bahfen, from La Trobe university explains why she’s changed her mind about young people’s apathy.

This panel conversation is facilitated by journalist Ali Moore.