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Why Misinformation Works: The Psychology Behind Climate Disinformation
Season 14
Episode 3
Published 6 months, 2 weeks ago
Description
Why does misinformation spread like wildfire—and why is it so hard to correct? Climate communication researchers John Cook (University of Melbourne) and Dominik A. Stecula (Colorado State University) explain the psychology of misinformation, drawing on years of research around climate denial, political polarization, and media dynamics.
Additional resources:
Climate Obstruction: A Global Assessment
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