The Atlantic Out Loud Democracy Is Losing the Propaganda War
May 12, 2024
Anne Applebaum, an expert on authoritarianism and disinformation, discusses how autocrats collaborate with MAGA Republicans to undermine democracy globally. They explore the spread of misinformation, manipulation through propaganda, and the global influence of anti-democratic narratives. The podcast delves into China's internet control, the deceptive tactics of RRN, and the challenges of combating disinformation in the face of foreign influence.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Extensive Internet Control and Surveillance Strategies in China
02:37 • 3min
The Spread of Misinformation and Manipulation in Response to Dissent
05:23 • 3min
Global Spread of Anti-Democratic Propaganda
08:24 • 20min
Influence of Chinese Media and Propaganda
28:48 • 11min
The Manipulative Tactics of Doppelganger and RRN Revealed
39:36 • 3min
Foreign Influence and Anti-American Propaganda
42:28 • 11min
The Challenge of Combatting Misinformation
53:45 • 5min