How misinformation has evolved, f...

How misinformation has evolved, from carrots to clicks

What is True? por Alexa Battler & Chris Garbutt
T1 · E3
12 nov 2025
24:37

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Alexa and Chris dig in with media literacy experts Nina Verishagen and Diane Zerr, exploring the historical roots and modern evolution of disinformation.

Did you know that disinformation played a role in naming the Spanish Flu? That "carrots are good for your eyes" comes from British war propoganda?

In the modern age, advanced technologies, like AI and deepfakes, make distinguishing truth from falsehood increasingly difficult. Learn about the critical thinking tools and resources available to help you navigate the overwhelming amount of information you encounter daily.

Palabras clave

Disinformation
Misinformation
News
Canada
Journalism
Tech
Media literacy
AI
Deepfakes
Carrots
Propaganda

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