Peter Pomerantsev

Exploring propaganda methods in modern information warfare, Peter Pomerantsev discusses historical tactics and the challenges facing democratic forces. Delving into communication strategies, he highlights the complexities of influencing beliefs and the importance of understanding echo chambers. The podcast delves into the moral dilemmas of information warfare and the impact of Russian propaganda methods, emphasizing the significance of strategic communication.

Peter Pomerantsev, an author and academic known for his work on disinformation, dives deep into the psychology behind propaganda. He discusses how to engage audiences entrenched in alternate realities, drawing on experiences from Ukraine and the U.S. Pomerantsev shares lessons from a WWII operation against Nazi propaganda, highlighting the importance of community and emotional tactics. He emphasizes innovative strategies to combat misinformation today, showcasing the crucial role of narrative and public relations in overcoming the chaos of conflicting truths.

Peter Pomerantsev, a British journalist and author, dives into the crucial battle against disinformation. He reveals historical tactics used by Sefton Delmer to combat Nazi propaganda, drawing parallels to today's media landscape. Peter discusses the rise of autocracy in the US and the urgent need for a robust, public service journalism that counters misinformation. Engaging on media literacy and the psychological power of propaganda, he also emphasizes innovative local news strategies to empower citizens and reclaim democratic values.

Peter Pomerantsev, contributor at The Atlantic and author of This Is Not Propaganda, dives into the intricacies of propaganda in America. He discusses how propaganda has evolved and affects our perception today, paralleling emotional strategies from past wars with modern media. Pomerantsev explores the blend of reality TV and political narratives, revealing how personality-driven politics shape our engagement. He emphasizes the balance of competition and collaboration needed to combat this manipulation, grounding his insights in historical contexts.

In this engaging discussion, Peter Pomerantsev, a scholar and author focused on information warfare, shares insights from his work on countering propaganda. He argues that traditional fact-checking methods fail because people seek identity and belonging rather than mere facts. The conversation dives into the legacy of Sefton Delmer, who used innovative strategies during WWII, including creating fake radio stations to sway opinions. Pomerantsev also discusses the importance of community in combatting misinformation and influencing perspectives within Russia.

Anne Applebaum, a Pulitzer Prize-winning historian, teams up with Peter Pomerantsev, a senior fellow and expert on propaganda, to delve into the subtleties of autocracy. They explore how absurd claims can serve as loyalty tests and how humor often intertwines with fear in political rhetoric. The conversation turns to the normalization of misinformation and the construction of alternative realities by political identities. They also reflect on the fragile state of American democracy and the pressing implications of the upcoming elections.

Peter Pomerantsev, a senior fellow at LSE with deep insights from Russian media, and Hani Fareed, a Dartmouth computer science professor specializing in digital forensics, discuss the catastrophic power of disinformation. They dive into the fascinating story of Operation Mincemeat, unraveling how a fake corpse helped turn the tide in WWII. The conversation shifts to the Kremlin's control of media narratives in Russia, exploring how reality TV shapes public perception and the emerging threat of deepfakes, stressing the urgency for media literacy in today's digital age.

From December 19, 2019: In this episode of Lawfare's Arbiters of Truth series, Alina Polyakova and Quinta Jurecic spoke with Peter Pomerantsev, a research fellow at the SNF Agora Institute at Johns Hopkins University and the author of "This is Not Propaganda: Adventures in the War Against Reality." The book explores how the nature of propaganda has shifted as authoritarian governments move from silencing dissent to drowning dissent out with squalls of disinformation. Pomerantsev argues that this transformation traces back to the cynicism and chaos in Russia after the fall of the Soviet Union, but now it's become all too familiar around the world.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Peter Pomerantsev discusses the evolution of Russian disinformation tactics, highlighting the Internet Research Agency's propaganda strategies. The podcast delves into the challenges of democracy, social media manipulation, and Kremlin's narrative shaping in Ukraine.

Peter Pomerantsev, a Johns Hopkins University scholar and author specializing in propaganda, joins Michael Neiberg to explore the psychology of modern propaganda. They reveal how Sefton Delmer's covert WWII radio tactics subverted German morale. Pomerantsev connects these historical strategies to present-day Russian propaganda in Ukraine, emphasizing how propaganda thrives amid identity crises. The discussion also delves into social media's role today, the importance of cultural understanding, and techniques for countering conspiracy beliefs.