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#1022: February 27, 2025

Knowledge Fight

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Media Manipulation and Misinformation

This chapter explores the ways in which applied psychologists and media outlets manipulate public perception through emotionally charged narratives and sensational reporting. The discussion covers the criticism of a controversial figure's self-image, the dynamics of a PR stunt featuring right-wing personalities, and the broader implications of misinformation surrounding political figures. Ultimately, the speakers analyze how narrative constructions can distort truth and influence societal beliefs.

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