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#256 - A Contagion of Bad Ideas

Making Sense with Sam Harris - Subscriber Content

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Navigating Misinformation in the Digital Age

This chapter examines the complex landscape of misinformation, particularly regarding COVID-19 and vaccines, highlighting the dangers of misleading claims and conspiratorial thinking. Speakers discuss the implications of censorship and the balance between free speech and public health, emphasizing the need for factual evidence in shaping public discourse. The conversation explores the roles of credible medical professionals versus those with dubious credentials in influencing public opinions on vaccination and health safety.

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