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Demagogues, Misinformation, and the Death of Truth in U.S. Democracy
Why do repeated lies work—even when we know they’re false? In this episode of UnSpun, Dr. Sturg explores the Big Lie in American politics, the psycho…
11 months, 4 weeks ago
Before you tell Aunt Gladys to stuff it
Episode 6
What does Jan. 6 have to do with cherry picking? A lot, it turns out. Find out how. Plus Dr. Sturg tells what the research says about Thanksgiving di…
1 year ago
Dog Whistles & Double Meanings: How Politicians Hide Controversial Messages in Plain Sight
What do politicians really mean when they say “law and order,” “traditional values,” or “globalists”? In this episode of UnSpun, we explore the use o…
1 year ago
Science, Health & Hype: How Misinformation Undermines Public Trust
Why are so many people turning away from evidence-based medicine? In this week’s episode of UnSpun, we explore the rise of health misinformation, the…
1 year ago
Mistakes Were Made: The Art of Political Equivocation and Avoiding Accountability
“Mistakes were made.” “Kinetic military action.” “Efficiency.” These phrases sound harmless—until you dig deeper. This week on UnSpun, we explore the…
1 year, 1 month ago
Grandstanding: How Performative Politics Undermines Democracy
Political grandstanding is everywhere—from Congress to Tik Tok—and it's shaping how we talk, think, and even legislate. In this week’s episode of UnS…
1 year, 1 month ago
The Language of Emotion, Power & Persuasion: How Metaphors Shape Politics:
Metaphors shape how we think—and feel—about politics. In this episode of UnSpun, we decode the hidden power of language, visuals, and music in politi…
1 year, 1 month ago
The Authoritarian Playbook: Why Universities, Law Firms and the Press are Under Attack
On this week's UnSpun, DrSturg explores why authoritarian governments target the press and educational institutions, and how these tactics are appear…
1 year, 1 month ago
Satanic Panic to Gaza Protests: What Happens When News Misunderstands Religion
Satanic Panic to Gaza Protests: What Happens When News Misunderstands Religion
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Can Local Journalism Survive Big Tech and Billionaires?
In this episode of UnSpun, host DrSturg explores the past, present, and uncertain future of local journalism. Learn how local newspapers and TV stati…
1 year, 2 months ago