"In the U.S, we're a very optimistic, open-minded population, and that's great, but it also makes us susceptible to false campaigns. We need to step it up in terms of helping our nation be more aware of this." — Molly McKew
The term “fake news” gets thrown around a lot in today’s media. Using social media as its main conveyor, misinformation spreads like wi ... Show More
May 2025
Repatterning the Future: Feminine Intelligence, Parenting, and Quantum Thinking
What if the systems we live and work in are ready for a total redesign? Strategic Futurist Nancy Giordano joins Stephanie to discuss how feminine thinking, indigenous wisdom, and quantum consciousness are pointing us toward a more relational, human-centered future. They explore w ... Show More
1 h
Oct 2020
How to recognize and combat ‘fake news,’ with Dolores Albarracin, PhD
When you open the newspaper, turn on the nightly news or scroll the Internet, is what you are reading and seeing true? How do you know? What is “fake news” and why does it seem to be everywhere? Dr. Dolores Albarracin explains why fake news is so compelling, and what it takes to ... Show More
31m 26s
Dec 2019
Fake News and Fact Checking on Social Media with Kyle Pope
Bethany talks to Kyle Pope, editor in chief and publisher of the Columbia Journalism Review, about the importance of fact checking. In this terrifying new world of fake news, it's more important than ever. Are the major social platforms doing enough, or is it just a losing battle ... Show More
39m 41s
Dec 2021
What Does It Take To Combat Disinformation?
Whitney Phillips, assistant professor at Syracuse University, talks to NPR's Miles Parks about conspiracy, disinformation, and what it would take to improve civic literacy and rebuild trust in institutions in the United States.This episode: voting and disinformation reporter Mile ... Show More
12m 44s
Jul 2022
Nina Jankowicz on what can be done to end disinformation
Nina Jankowicz, former Director of DHS Disinformation Governance Board, joins to reveal how the the latest trends in disinformation are becoming harder to solve. Then, Melissa Bell on how to reestablish trust in American media and how to find the line between informing while not ... Show More
42m 37s