Claire Wardle

Dr. Claire Wardle, a leading expert on misinformation and media literacy from Cornell University, shares her insights on defining and navigating misinformation challenges. She discusses the emotional reasons behind content sharing and the need for better communication strategies during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. Wardle emphasizes breaking down academic silos for interdisciplinary collaboration and advocates for academia to engage more effectively with the public through modern platforms. Her perspectives could reshape how institutions build trust and communicate authentically.

Claire Wardle, co-founder of the Information Futures Lab and a professor at the Brown School of Public Health, joins Ron Steslow for a deep dive into today's information chaos. They tackle why traditional terms like 'misinformation' have lost their clarity and discuss the emotional factors driving online sharing. Claire highlights the need for collaboration across disciplines to confront misinformation effectively. They also explore the impact of AI on knowledge sharing and the significance of community engagement in combating false narratives.

Claire Wardle and Stephen Lea discuss fake coronavirus cures, social media's role in spreading disinformation, and why people fall for unproven remedies. They touch on the dangers of misinformation, the challenges faced by social media platforms, and the controversy surrounding herbal remedies like COVID Organics.