Sviatoslav Hnizdovskyi, CEO and Founder of OpenMinds, discusses the pervasive influence of disinformation in today's society. He highlights how the decline of traditional institutions has fueled propaganda's rise, leading individuals to seek narratives that fulfill their existential needs. Sviatoslav also explores challenges in inferring truth through social media, the critical gaps in democratic defenses against misinformation, and emphasizes the struggle to maintain personal agency amidst overwhelming narratives. His insights reveal the complexities of combating authoritarian influences.