In this episode, we're joined by science writer and author of 'The Irrational Ape — Why We Fall for Disinformation, Conspiracy Theories, and Propaganda', David Robert Grimes, for a discussion about science communication and the unrelenting rise of misinformation on social media.
We talk about:
• The dangers and mechanics of online disinformation
• Why, in spite of rampant mistruths, social media remains one of the most powerful tools in history for science communication
• How to navigate online information by better understanding and trusting scientific method
• The tactics of bad-faith influencers and conspiracy theorists
• How online debates and discussions can become more productive
• The beauty and importance of being wrong
Visit David's website: https://www.davidrobertgrimes.com/
David's books: https://www.amazon.com/Good-Thinking-Flawed-Logic-Critical/dp/1615197931/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=good+thinking+grimes
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