Series 01 of the Ars Aequi podcast focuses on the trending topic of fake news and online dissemination.

Episode 1 provides an overview to the concept of fake news in an easy to understand way. We explore the uncertainty concerning the definition of fake news using examples from different jurisdictions. We discuss contemporary examples of fake news and distinguish this from other legal concepts such as defamation. We explore the legal framework surrounding fake news with special focus on the impact of fake news on fundamental rights. Episode 1 seeks to ease the listener into the topic, in the next episodes we will discuss the impact of fake news on the media and the response of platforms to this issue.