

Big Tech Has Destroyed Public Trust. Can We Fix It Before the Election?
8 snips Jun 6, 2024
Steven Brill, founder of Newsguard, discusses Big Tech's moderation failures, the infiltration of 'pink slime' sites in news deserts, and the importance of regaining public trust for the 2024 election. Topics include deep fake technology, misinformation online, impact of hoax websites, loss of trust in figures like Dr. Fauci, and the rise of 'pink slime sites'. Brill emphasizes the need for journalistic integrity and accurate information during the U.S. Presidential Election.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Addressing Misinformation in the Online Landscape
01:51 • 10min
Analyzing the impact of hoax websites on public trust and health
12:00 • 3min
Loss of Public Trust in Trusted Figures
14:57 • 5min
Exploring Perceptions and Truth in American Politics with a Sponsor Segment on In the Dark Podcast
20:21 • 2min
The Rise of Pink Slime Sites and Disinformation Networks
22:03 • 10min
Prioritizing Truth and Combating Misinformation During the U.S. Presidential Election
31:34 • 3min