Welcome to The Disinfo Detox—your weekly media reality check. This episode, host Nolan Higdon is joined by guest co-hosts Dickey (our resident philosopher) and Dr. Sydney Sullivan (an education expert focused on social media and mental health). Together, they cut through the chaos and expose what mainstream coverage leaves out.

This week’s deep dive includes:
🧨 The Trump administration’s push of the debunked "white genocide" myth—what’s behind it and why it’s back
🗞️ New moves to suppress the press and why they’re more dangerous than they seem
🧠 Senator John Fetterman vs. media mental health bias—a media takedown with serious consequences
🤖 The latest AI updates you should be worried about
🎓 Harvard vs. Trump: The elite power struggle nobody’s talking about

🧼 Come detox from the disinfo and see how media-savvy thinkers dissect the headlines, debunk the hype, and reveal what’s really going on beneath the surface.

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Hey Detoxers! In this episode of The Disinfo Detox,I’m thrilled to be joined by Kathryn Bromwich—freelance journalist and formercommissioning editor and writer for the Observer New Review. We'rediving into her recent reporting on the growing visibility—andcontroversy—surrounding DINKs: dual income, no kids couples.

📌 What are DINKs, and whyare they suddenly a lightning rod for public criticism?
📌What kind of resentment is bubbling up around them—and what does that tell usabout today’s economic and cultural moment?
📌And why did Kathryn feel compelled to write, "What is it about us DINKsthat so many people dislike?"

From the shifting economics of adulthood to the media’s rolein shaping public perceptions of family, success, and selfishness, this is aconversation you don’t want to miss.

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🎙️ The Disinfo Detox — where spin meets its match. In this episode, host Nolan Higdon is joined by Professor Bill Yousman, communication & media scholar at Sacred Heart University, for a brutally honest breakdown of the week’s biggest media failures and political misdirection.👉 In this hard-hitting episode, they unpack:• The media chaos at CBS — from Trump’s $20B lawsuit over a Kamala Harris interview, to leadership resignations, and allegations that criticism of Trump is being watered down to smooth a Paramount merger,• Elon Musk’s Grok AI pushing white genocide conspiracies and Holocaust denial — what it reveals about Musk’s reckless influence on the future of AI and truth,• And a scorching critique of Jake Tapper’s new book, Original Sin, which exposes Biden’s cognitive decline and the mainstream media’s complicity in covering it up for years — even as damning audio and new cancer reports spark deeper questions.💣 Bill Yousman pulls no punches in exposing how corporate interests distort journalism, how tech billionaires rewire reality, and why the public is paying the price for an information system in crisis.🧠 If you’re tired of media gaslighting, corporate spin, and political theater — this one’s for you.📬 Like what you hear? Subscribe for more deep dives and follow Nolan on Substack: https://nolanhigdon.substack.com/🔔 Hit that bell for your weekly media detox.

🎙️ Welcome to a brand-new kind of episode of The Disinfo Detox!Host Nolan Higdon and co-host Sydney Sullivan break down the most critical and controversial headlines from the worlds of tech, media, education, and politics — stories the corporate press often bungles or buries.👉 In this special episode, they dissect:Jake Tapper’s Original Sin and the media’s belated coverage of Biden’s cognitive fitness,The Economist’s take on “Embrace the Woo Woo” and the GOP’s surreal Trump-era transformation,Elon Musk’s Grok AI platform amplifying dangerous, debunked conspiracy theories,The devastating bombing of a fertility clinic in Palm Springs and what’s (not) being reported,The courage of Gaza’s teachers amid ongoing war,And a dystopian ad for an “AI Companion” that feels straight out of Black Mirror.💥 Get ready for a fearless, critical dive into how headlines are spun — and what’s really going on beneath the surface.🧠 New format. Same detox. More truth.📬 Want more unfiltered media analysis?👉 Like, subscribe, and follow Nolan on Substack: https://nolanhigdon.substack.com/🔔 Hit the bell so you don’t miss our next headline breakdown — your weekly media cleanse starts here.

🎙️ In this episode of The Disinfo Detox, host Nolan Higdon sits down with award-winning investigative journalist and host of Full Measure, Sharyl Attkisson, for a sharp, wide-ranging conversation on the failures of the modern press and the rise of institutional distrust.👉 Together, they dissect the media’s inconsistent and often partisan coverage of Joe Biden and Donald Trump, exposing how selective reporting and political bias have eroded public confidence in journalism. Sharyl also opens up about her legal entanglements with the Department of Justice and The New York Times, offering a behind-the-scenes look at what happens when journalists challenge powerful institutions.💥 Expect a fearless deep dive into the state of American journalism, press freedom, surveillance, and the urgent need to reclaim media accountability in the age of disinformation.📬 Want more truth bombs and media detoxing?👉 Like, subscribe, and follow Nolan on Substack: https://nolanhigdon.substack.com/🔔 Hit the bell so you don’t miss an episode — the detox continues.

In this episode of The Disinfo Detox, host Nolan Higdon welcomes renowned author and scholar Chris Hables Gray to dive deep into his thought-provoking new book, AI, Sacred Violence and War—The Case of Gaza.👉 In this conversation, we explore the unsettling intersection of AI and sacred warfare, examining how the use of artificial intelligence in modern conflicts signals a chilling glimpse of future warfare. Chris and Nolan also tackle the complexities of anti-Semitism, the use of the term "genocide," and the ways media narratives shape our understanding of these critical issues.💥 Expect an insightful, no-holds-barred discussion on the implications of AI in warfare, the evolving language of conflict, and the ethical questions that arise at the crossroads of technology and violence.📬 Want more truth bombs and media detoxing?👉 Like, subscribe, and follow Nolan on Substack: https://nolanhigdon.substack.com/🔔 Hit the bell so you don’t miss an episode — we’ve got more brain fuel on the way.

🎙️ In this episode of The Disinfo Detox, we discuss the strategic use of character assassination to silence dissent, discredit critics, and manipulate public opinion. Our guest, Sergey A. Samoylenko, expert in reputation politics and founder of the Character Assassination and Reputation Politics (CARP) Research Lab at George Mason University, breaks down the nuts and bolts of character assassination.🔎 Topics Covered:✅ What character assassination really is—and how it shapes politics and public life✅ How fake news fuels reputation destruction✅ What CARP is doing to research and resist reputation warfare✅ Practical tips to recognize and resist smear campaigns in real time🎧 Don’t miss this vital conversation about the hidden tactics used to destroy credibility, distort debate, and distract the public.🔔 Support the Mission:If you value independent media criticism, help us fight disinformation:👍 Like this episode📲 Subscribe to The Disinfo Detox on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts📢 Share with colleagues, students, and anyone interested in media literacy and truth📬 For deeper analysis, subscribe to Nolan Higdon’s FREE Substack: ⁠⁠https://nolanhigdon.substack.com/⁠⁠

In this episode of The Disinfo Detox, host Nolan Higdon sits down with media literacy mavens Dr. Allison Butler (UMass Amherst) and Sydney Sullivan (San Diego State University) to crack open their brand new resource guide:👉 "Teaching Critical AI Literacy: Tools and Strategies for the Classroom" 👈https://www.nolanhigdon.com/teaching-critical-ai-literacy-tools-and-strategies-for-the-classroomTogether with co-author Tyler Poisson, this team of critical thinkers is on a mission to empower parents, teachers, and communities with the tools to demystify AI, challenge Big Tech narratives, and build classrooms where algorithms don’t get the last word.💥 Expect real talk, useful tools, and zero corporate fluff. Whether you're an educator, student, or just tired of hearing the words "ChatGPT" without context — this episode's for you.📬 Want more truth bombs and media detoxing?👉 Like, subscribe, and follow Nolan on Substack: https://nolanhigdon.substack.com/🔔 Hit the bell so you don’t miss an episode — we’ve got more brain fuel on the way.

🎙️ In this episode of The Disinfo Detox, we expose what the corporate press won’t cover: the rising tide of censorship, political retaliation, and authoritarian drift in the United States—and how the media helps it all slide under the radar.

While mainstream outlets chase culture war clickbait, the real threats to free speech and democracy go largely unreported. Our guest, Mickey Huff, Distinguished Director, Park Center for Independent Media, Journalism at Ithaca College; Director of Project Censored; and President of the Media Freedom Foundation, joins us to unpack what’s being ignored—from the ICE arrest of student activists to the silencing of young journalists—and what a truly free press must do to challenge power.

🔎 Topics Covered:

✅ Why “All Governments Lie”—and why independent journalism is essential
✅ How Mahmoud Khalil’s ICE arrest reveals political targeting of student activists
✅ The censorship of student journalist Rumeysa Ozturk for writing about gun violence
✅ The disturbing deportation and imprisonment of Kilmar Abrego Garcia
✅ How the media obscures state repression while pretending to defend free speech

🎧 Don’t miss this urgent and underreported conversation about how dissent is being punished in today’s America—and how we reclaim journalism as a tool for democracy, not control.

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This week on The Disinfo Detox, we're joined by media literacy expert Frank Baker to unpack a pressing—and too often ignored—question: Why isn’t media literacy a national priority in American schools? We kick off with a recent New York Times article that spotlights how unprepared teenagers are when navigating today’s complex media landscape. From viral misinformation to AI-generated content, students are flying blind—and it’s costing them.Frank shares why U.S. schools lag so far behind on teaching media literacy, what educators can do now, and how AI tools are only complicating the conversation. And in Segment 3, we take on the TikTok debate—from bans to surveillance to digital rights—and ask: is banning TikTok a media literacy solution, or just political theater?🔔 Support the Mission:If you value independent media criticism, help us fight disinformation:👍 Like this episode📲 Subscribe to The Disinfo Detox on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts📢 Share with colleagues, students, and anyone who cares about the future of public education📬 For deeper analysis, subscribe to Nolan Higdon’s FREE Substack: ⁠https://nolanhigdon.substack.com/⁠