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Unchecked: The architecture of disinformation

Curious Squid
Disinformation
Information Architecture
Misinformation
Healthcare
Social Media
Public Health
Vaccines
Cognitive Bias
Spanish-American War
1918 Influenza Pandemic
LA Wildfires
Peer-To-Peer Information Sharing
Civic Tech
Iraq War
Civic Technology
Voting Systems
Immigration
Framing Effect
Confirmation Bias
Media Influence

Misinformation and disinformation thrive in today’s technology landscape, and arguably present the greatest threat to modern society. Information architecture – the practice of designing and managing digital spaces – has an opportunity to intervene. This podcast looks at disinformation from an information architecture perspective, and considers ways to expand the practice of IA to address this new... more

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Nick Suplina, Senior VP for Law & Policy at Everytown for Gun Safety joins Rachel and Dan to talk about the long-standing and persis... more

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Brandon Schauer from Rare, a conservation nonprofit, talks to Rachel and Dan about ways to modify behavior to help save the planet. Climate change and its solutions are often too big for an individual person to connect with,... more

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Dr. Claire Wardle is a disinformation expert and communications professor at Cornell University. She joins Rachel and Dan to talk about the history of disinformation study, how new technology introduces new challenges, and a... more

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David Dylan Thomas joins Rachel and Dan to talk about cognitive biases. David explains the fundamental attribution error, the framing effect, and the confirmation bias. All of these contribute to a skewed perception in which ... more

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Recent Guests

Claire Wardle
Associate professor in the Department of Communication at Cornell University, who studies information ecosystems.
Cornell University
Episode: Episode 6: Disinformation and its consequences, with Prof. Claire Wardle
David Dylan Thomas
Author of Design for Cognitive Bias and creator of the Cognitive Bias podcast
Episode: Episode 5: Disinformation and cognitive bias, with David Dylan Thomas
Dana Chisnell
Civic designer focused on improving public engagement and voting processes
Center for Civic Design
Episode: Episode 4: Disinformation and federal information spaces with Dana Chisnell
Dr. Adam Ratner
Pediatric infectious disease specialist and author of Booster Shots
Episode: Episode 3: Disinformation and vaccines with Dr. Adam Ratner
Cyd Harrell
Expert in civic tech and author of the Civic Technologist's Practice Guide.
City of San Francisco
Episode: Episode 2: Disinformation and civic tech, with Cyd Harrell
Susannah Fox
Author of Rebel Health, interested in the intersection of the internet and healthcare.
Episode: Episode 1: Disinformation and healthcare with Susannah Fox

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Dan Brown
Co-host who often explores disinformation and technology in his discussions, providing insights into information architecture.
Rachel Price
Co-host with a focus on civic engagement and public health, engaging with guests to unpack complex issues surrounding misinformation.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • It's about time!

    Just caught the pilot, and will catch up on the rest of the episodes. Very promising topic, and timely. The pilot works on defining disinformation. I would like to know how the hosts would define information in its un-dissed state…

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    United States7 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the timely and relevant subject matter, particularly regarding the definitions and dynamics of disinformation. They express interest in deeper explorations of how to define responsible information practices.

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Episode 2: Disinformation and civic tech, with Cyd Harrell
Q: What role does information play in your life or your job?
Information is a lot of my job on so many different levels, especially in government technology.
Episode 5: Disinformation and cognitive bias, with David Dylan Thomas
Q: Can you talk a little bit about some of the mechanisms in place that lend itself to misinformation, to falsehoods being the currency of it?
The relationship between confirmation bias and framing effect is crucial; misinformation thrives when narratives are structured to support existing beliefs, creating a cycle of fear and misinformation.
Episode 5: Disinformation and cognitive bias, with David Dylan Thomas
Q: Is there a particular cognitive bias that comes to mind that you feel like makes people susceptible to misinformation?
Confirmation bias, where individuals only look for information that supports their preconceived beliefs, makes people particularly vulnerable to misinformation.
Episode 6: Disinformation and its consequences, with Prof. Claire Wardle
Q: What does it look like for us to lean into that complexity?
We need to recognize emotional drivers in sharing information. PDF facts alone won't help.
Episode 1: Disinformation and healthcare with Susannah Fox
Q: What characteristics of different channels of information help us decide which to trust?
Susannah describes peer-to-peer healthcare as a transparent and responsive channel where patient communities can challenge misinformation, while clinicians usually rely on published literature that may be outdated or incomplete.

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Examining the intricate relationship between information architecture and the spread of disinformation, this podcast addresses a growing concern in the modern digital landscape. By bringing together experts and discussing contemporary and historical examples, the episodes highlight the impact of misinformation on society and explore potential solutions through improved design and management of digital spaces. Unique in its approach, it combines topics of technology, media influence, and cognitive psychology, making it essential for those interested in understanding the mechanics of information dissemination and its societal implications.

Listeners can expect in-depth discussions on various aspects of disinformation, including its historica... more

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