Charles Finfrock

Charles Finfrock, a former intelligence officer specializing in online radicalization, dives deep into the mechanisms of foreign interference and political violence. He shares insights on how social media platforms can breed extremism and examines the vulnerabilities of young adults in these contexts. Discussion includes the role of algorithms amplifying radical content and the tactics used by state-sponsored actors to groom potential recruits. Plus, they explore the psychological profiles of recent attackers and innovative ways to intervene and deradicalize individuals.