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In this episode of Need to Know with Dr. Nsenga Burton, presented by A Black Executive Perspective, Dr. Burton explains the difference between misinformation and disinformation, and why both have serious consequences.

Misinformation can be accidental, but it can still mislead people. Disinformation is different. It is intentional, organized, and often designed to harm reputations, shift public opinion, or manipulate how people understand events.

Dr. Burton connects this issue to politics, media soundbites, AI, deepfakes, and the public conversation surrounding Jordan Chiles and the Olympics. Her message is clear: before we repeat, repost, or react, we need to practice discernment.

This episode is about truth, accountability, media literacy, and learning how not to be manipulated by narratives designed to divide, distract, or deceive.

▶︎ In This Episode

00:00 – Introduction

00:32 – Misinformation vs. disinformation

01:17 – When wrong information spreads

02:03 – Why soundbites can mislead

02:45 – Intentional disinformation campaigns

03:45 – Jordan Chiles and harmful narratives

06:28 – AI, deepfakes, and manipulated messaging

07:41 – Final reminder: practice discernment

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