A. Brad Schwartz

Join A. Brad Schwartz, a writer and historian known for his book on Orson Welles, as he delves into the 1938 War of the Worlds broadcast. He uncovers the reality behind the panic, revealing that only a small fraction of listeners were truly alarmed by the staged alien invasion. Schwartz discusses the powerful role of media in shaping public perception and fear, and how the broadcast remains a watershed moment in media history. Expect insights on the intertwining of fiction and societal anxieties, and a reflection on today's misinformation landscape.