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In this episode of DISINFORMATION WARS, host Ilan Berman speaks with journalist and author Yaakov Katz about the institutional dysfunctions plaguing Israel's conduct of public diplomacy - and the impact these deficiencies have had on the country's cu... more

In this episode of DISINFORMATION WARS, host Ilan Berman speaks with Ellen McCarthy, CEO of the Trust in Media Cooperative, about how AI and foreign actors are altering the media landscape, the dangers associated with declining trust in information, ... more

In this episode, host Ilan Berman speaks with Sam Douglas-Bate of British futures consultancy ForgeFront about how advances in technology are assisting the proliferation of “fake news” and disinformation - and what Western governments can do about it... more

In this episode of DISINFORMATION WARS, host Ilan Berman speaks with Janis Sarts, Director of NATO's Strategic Communications Centre of Excellence, about the current informational environment in Europe, and the threats now being posed to the West by ... more

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Recent Guests

Yaakov Katz
Israeli-American author and journalist, senior fellow at the Jewish People Policy Institute in Jerusalem
Jewish People Policy Institute
Episode: EPISODE 56: Israel's missing messaging
Ellen McCarthy
Chairwoman and CEO of the Trust in Media Cooperative
Trust in Media Cooperative
Episode: EPISODE 55: Rebuilding information integrity
Sam Douglas-Bate
Founder of ForgeFront, a futures and foresight consultancy
ForgeFront
Episode: EPISODE 54: How tech is turbo-charging disinformation
Janis Sarts
Director of NATO's Strategic Communications Centre of Excellence
NATO
Episode: EPISODE 53: Europe and Russian disinformation, revisited
Laura Cunningham
President of the Open Technology Fund
Open Technology Fund
Episode: EPISODE 52: Breaking down digital barriers
Andrew Fox
Research fellow at the Henry Jackson Society specializing in defense, the Middle East and disinformation
Henry Jackson Society
Episode: EPISODE 51: How Hamas has shaped the Gaza narrative
Amos Yadlin
Retired Major General in the Israeli Defense Forces and head of MIND Israel
MIND Israel
Episode: EPISODE 50: Making sense of Israel’s shifting strategic environment
Peter Garretson
Senior Fellow in Defense Studies at the American Foreign Policy Council and co-director of AFPC's Space Policy Initiative.
American Foreign Policy Council
Episode: EPISODE 48: Our digital competition with China heats up
Khalil Shikaki
Director of the Palestinian Center for Policy and Survey Research and Professor of Political Science.
Palestinian Center for Policy and Survey Research
Episode: EPISODE 47: What the Palestinians think

Host

Ilan Berman
AFPC Senior Vice President and Host of Disinformation Wars, providing expert insights into national and international security issues, focusing on disinformation strategies and geopolitical analysis.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • Note: American Foreign Policy Council's board of advisors is exclusively R.

    Podchaser
    1
    Seyfert
    7 months ago
  • Brilliant podcast!

    Extremely informative and increasingly informative in this day and age. I sincerely look forward to each of your episodes, as difficult as some of the topics are to discuss. Keep up the excellent work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jacsta1234
    Australiaa year ago
  • This program contributes to disinformation

    Episode 32, featuring Jacki Alexander, Chief Executive Officer of HonestReporting, was an abomination. This was a total PR job with the head of an organization that is as DIShonest as they come. As any self-respecting veteran journalist will tell you, the true mission of DIShonestReporting is to sic its attack dogs on any media outlet that dares feature any Palestinian voice. This has caused a major media chill for many years, one that has finally broken, now that we are witnessing Israel commit... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    CdnT2
    Canada2 years ago
  • Must listen to inoculate

    Disinformation needs a mind to manipulate. This podcast inoculates you from strategies of propaganda.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Asra Nomani
    United States3 years ago

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Overall, it receives praise for its depth of analysis and engagement with challenging topics, reinforcing its relevance in today's information environment.
Listeners appreciate the podcast for its informative and timely discussions on important global issues.
Some may criticize specific episodes for perceived biases or lack of challenging questions during interviews, highlighting a divide in audience expectations.

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#225
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#225
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Apple Podcasts
#249
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EPISODE 54: How tech is turbo-charging disinformation
Q: What are your recommendations for how Western governments should adapt to technological advancements in disinformation?
Douglas-Bate suggests creating a state-funded fact-checking panel, encouraging defensive technology development, running awareness campaigns, and supporting new platforms that minimize algorithmic influence.
EPISODE 54: How tech is turbo-charging disinformation
Q: What technologies have had the most impact on the information sphere?
Sam Douglas-Bate discusses the impact of generative AI, social media algorithms, and increased computing power on the dissemination of information and disinformation.
EPISODE 55: Rebuilding information integrity
Q: What are the problems that you're trying to solve for with the Trust in Media Cooperative?
We're attempting to give the public access to quality information and empower them against misinformation through public awareness and standards.
EPISODE 56: Israel's missing messaging
Q: Can you explain how Israel's inattention made it vulnerable on October 7th?
Yaakov Katz explains that Israel believed it could live alongside Hamas and did not take its threats seriously, which contributed to its surprise on October 7th.
EPISODE 50: Making sense of Israel’s shifting strategic environment
Q: How does Israel think about the Iranian nuclear threat now?
Amos asserts that despite focusing on other threats, the existential concern remains Iran's nuclear program, with the current landscape providing a potentially better position for Israel to address that threat.

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What is Disinformation Wars about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on the pressing issue of disinformation in the modern digital age, the content explores various facets of how misinformation shapes political narratives and global relations. Each episode features discussions with leading experts and analysts who shed light on topics like Russian disinformation tactics, digital censorship in authoritarian regimes, and the manipulation of narratives surrounding conflicts (especially in the Middle East). It highlights the critical importance of media literacy and effective strategies to counteract harmful propaganda, providing listeners with essential insights into the nuances of information warfare. The podcast stands out for its commitment to addressing complex, often contentious subjects with depth... more

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Recent guests on Disinformation Wars include:

1. Yaakov Katz
2. Ellen McCarthy
3. Sam Douglas-Bate
4. Janis Sarts
5. Laura Cunningham
6. Andrew Fox
7. Amos Yadlin
8. Peter Garretson

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