Aengus Bridgman
Director of the Media Ecosystem Observatory at McGill University. He focuses on understanding and addressing information manipulation in online spaces.
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Mar 31, 2025 • 39min
Episode 230: Aengus Bridgman on the 2025 Federal Election, Social Media Platforms, and Misinformation
Aengus Bridgman, an expert in misinformation and digital media politics, discusses the 2025 federal election's precarious landscape. He highlights the influence of social media platforms like Twitter and TikTok on political discourse. Bridgman examines the challenges of misinformation and the evolution of these platforms, including AI-generated content's impact on public trust. He emphasizes the need for government transparency and citizen engagement to combat misinformation, ensuring a healthier information ecosystem during the election.
Apr 20, 2025 • 40min
The changing face of election interference
Aengus Bridgman is the Director of the Media Ecosystem Observatory at McGill University, specializing in information manipulation. Nina Jankowicz, co-founder of the American Sunlight Project, is a disinformation expert with government experience. Together, they discuss the mounting risks of foreign interference in elections, the effects of social media on public trust, and the dangers posed by AI and deepfake technology. They emphasize the importance of critical thinking and promoting local, authentic information to preserve democratic integrity.
Jul 18, 2024 • 29min
Are the big US media platforms swallowing our culture?
Explore how global media giants impact culture, from Meta's news ban in Canada to US streaming services' influence on Australian content. Learn about challenges Aussie drama faces, the struggle for local news, and the battle between regulating big tech and preserving cultural interests.
