Many Americans now consider disinformation to be a key national security threat, and disinformation topped the World Economic Forum’s list of short-term global risks for 2024. But what’s the history of disinformation and how is it increasingly interfering in international relations and eroding the trust of civilian populations? Are democratic nations simply more susceptible to disinformation? Whose responsibility is it to limit the influence of disinformation and can we mitigate the threat moving forward?Join Jack and Julia as we examine the role and challenge of disinformation. On this episode we’ll discuss:What counts as disinformation and its historic role in intelligence operations Examples of what makes an effective disinformation campaign and when it might backfirePersonal and political strategies for uncovering disinformation and moving closer to a true understanding of what’s happening in the world

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