How do we separate fact from fiction in a world where everyone seems like an expert?
Release Date: 07/01/2025
How do we separate fact from fiction in a world where everyone seems like an expert?
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Everybody’s an Authority: Misinformation and Disinformation – and How to Protect Yourself Misinformation is everywhere. From social media feeds to political speeches. But how do we separate fact from fiction in a world where everyone seems like an expert? In this episode, Student Researcher and Senior Lecturer in Law , from The Hague University of Applied Sciences unpack the mechanics behind misinformation and disinformation. They explore how falsehoods spread, why they’re so persuasive, and what individuals, educators, and policymakers can do to build resilience. With a real-life...
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Misinformation is everywhere. From social media feeds to political speeches. But how do we separate fact from fiction in a world where everyone seems like an expert?
In this episode, Student Researcher Joshua Levine and Senior Lecturer in Law Asier Garrido Muñoz, from The Hague University of Applied Sciences unpack the mechanics behind misinformation and disinformation. They explore how falsehoods spread, why they’re so persuasive, and what individuals, educators, and policymakers can do to build resilience.
With a real-life example of fake news and hands-on tips for spotting deceptive content, this episode is your practical guide to staying informed and empowered.
For students, professionals, and curious minds who want to become a little more misinformation-proof.
Featuring insights from ongoing research and educational practice – including the Jean Monnet Module EULawvsDisinfo, where students explore EU public law and the impact of disinformation, supported by the Erasmus+ Programme.
This episode is brought to you by the Centre of Expertise Global and Inclusive Learning and The Lighthouse of The Hague University of Applied Sciences.
The Media Literacy Kit of Joshua Levine:
🔗 This will be published soon, you can find the link here once available.
📖 Reading tips on the topic from Joshua and Asier:
Hein de Haas, How Migration Really Works, Penguin, 2024
Sander van der Linden, Foolproof. Why We Fall for Disinformation and How to Build Immunity, HarperCollins Publishers, 2023