In this episode, we dive into the growing threat of media manipulation in today’s digital world a force shaping opinions, elections, and even national security. The discussion breaks down how coordinated campaigns are used to twist the truth and push specific agendas, blurring the line between fact and fiction. We explore the three faces of information disorder: misinformation, disinformation, and mal-information and how intent separates them.

Experts reveal how our natural psychological biases, paired with powerful algorithms, have created echo chambers that divide communities and fuel polarization. From historical propaganda to modern tactics like astroturfing and AI-generated deepfakes, we expose how manipulation has evolved and what it means for democracy.

Finally, we look at how society can fight back through stronger media literacy, renewed journalistic integrity, and holding tech platforms accountable. It’s a powerful, must-hear conversation on truth, technology, and the battle for your mind.

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