Trust Issues: Misinformation in the Digital Age

Update: 2025-07-22

Description

In today’s episode, we’re unpacking misinformation from a psychological angle.

We’ll talk about what counts as misinformation and disinformation, How “fake news” thrives online, and the Psychological biases that make us vulnerable. The consequences of misinformation on behaviors and society and what’s being done to fight back—from legislation to digital literacy.

Content Warning:

We discuss real-world examples of misinformation in health, politics, and social issues that may be disturbing or frustrating for some listeners.

Resources

https://www.factchecking.ie/

European Digital Media Observatory (EDMO)

https://www.medialiteracyireland.ie/training-development/

National Youth Council Report

Research

Kim et al (2023)

Kim et al (2019)

Rocha et al (2021)