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134: Misguided | Guest Matthew Facciani, Author

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Understanding Misinformation: Causes, Effects, and Solutions

In this episode of Barenaked Money, hosts Josh Sheluk and Colin White from Verecan Capital Management Inc. welcome social scientist and author Matthew Facciani. They explore the pervasiveness of misinformation across history, its acceleration in the social media age, and the cognitive and social biases that make people susceptible to falsehoods. Facciani, whose latest book 'Misguided' delves into topics like conspiracy theories and AI-generated fake news, discusses the need for critical thinking, diverse social identities, and potential strategies to preemptively counter misinformation. The conversation also touches on the impact of AI, mistrust in institutions, and practical tools for enhancing media literacy.
00:00 Introduction to Misinformation
00:18 Welcome to Barenaked Money
00:53 Meet Matthew Facciani: Social Scientist and Myth Buster
01:46 The Journey of Writing 'Misguided'
04:31 Understanding Susceptibility to Misinformation
06:53 The Human Need to Belong
12:03 The Business of Misinformation
17:06 Strategies to Combat Misinformation
22:10 Trust in Institutions and Generational Perspectives
25:58 Tools for Media Literacy
27:11 Professional Fact-Checking Techniques
27:50 Challenges of Fact-Checking and Pre-Bunking Games
28:48 Breaking the Algorithm
31:02 Strategies for Healthier Social Media
31:36 Transparency and Friction in Social Media
40:53 The Role of AI in Misinformation
43:51 The Importance of Personal Connection
45:38 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Understanding Misinformation: Causes, Effects, and Solutions

In this episode of Barenaked Money, hosts Josh Sheluk and Colin White from Verecan Capital Management Inc. welcome social scientist and author Matthew Facciani. They explore the pervasiveness of misinformation across history, its acceleration in the social media age, and the cognitive and social biases that make people susceptible to falsehoods. Facciani, whose latest book 'Misguided' delves into topics like conspiracy theories and AI-generated fake news, discusses the need for critical thinking, diverse social identities, and potential strategies to preemptively counter misinformation. The conversation also touches on the impact of AI, mistrust in institutions, and practical tools for enhancing media literacy.
00:00 Introduction to Misinformation
00:18 Welcome to Barenaked Money
00:53 Meet Matthew Facciani: Social Scientist and Myth Buster
01:46 The Journey of Writing 'Misguided'
04:31 Understanding Susceptibility to Misinformation
06:53 The Human Need to Belong
12:03 The Business of Misinformation
17:06 Strategies to Combat Misinformation
22:10 Trust in Institutions and Generational Perspectives
25:58 Tools for Media Literacy
27:11 Professional Fact-Checking Techniques
27:50 Challenges of Fact-Checking and Pre-Bunking Games
28:48 Breaking the Algorithm
31:02 Strategies for Healthier Social Media
31:36 Transparency and Friction in Social Media
40:53 The Role of AI in Misinformation
43:51 The Importance of Personal Connection
45:38 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Click here to view the episode transcript.

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