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Aug 2024
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The New Age of Media Manipulation | René...

Daily Stoic | Wondery
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How information (and misinformation) spreads online continues to change with the media landscape. Renée DiResta and Ryan continue their conversation on the role of podcasts as a medium, the pitfalls of audience capture, and the dynamics of social media silos. They talk about the ethical responsibilities of influencers and podcasters, the influence of persona ... Show More
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