Jo Lukito

Jo Lukito, a Professor at UT Austin specializing in media misinformation, and Robert Faturechi, a ProPublica reporter, dissect Truth Social's emergence after Trump’s Twitter ban. They dive into the platform's minuscule active user base amidst its significant political implications. The duo explores how Truth Social reflects Trump's financial stakes and political leverage while critiquing its sustainability and misinformation role. They also humorously remind listeners of the importance of voting in today’s digital age.

Jo Lukito, an Assistant Professor at the University of Texas at Austin, dives into her research on misinformation and disinformation. She explains critical distinctions between the two, emphasizing the repercussions of social media's negligence in addressing these issues. The conversation highlights how misinformation spreads from social platforms to traditional media. Additionally, Lukito discusses the trust dynamics in local news, the role of emotional narratives, and how the pandemic exacerbated misinformation's effects in healthcare. A must-listen for those wanting to navigate today's information landscape!