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Navigating Political Podcasts and Misinformation

This chapter examines the classification and influence of political podcasts, focusing on a study that highlights their popularity and the prevalence of misinformation. It discusses the unique challenges of analyzing podcasts as a medium, particularly in terms of podcasting's rapid growth and the disparities between conservative and liberal content production. Furthermore, the chapter emphasizes the need for improved content moderation practices and ongoing research to better understand the implications of podcasts in the media landscape.

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