On this episode of The Misinformation Station, hosts Joshua, Luca, and Victoria discuss the topic of Misinformation and how it relates to echo chambers, filter bubbles, and confirmation bias. They speak on events such as PizzaGate, Nationwide Emergency Alert, and the COVID-19 pandemic. The group questions the extent of the effects of misinformation, social media’s role in amplifying this spread, and how misinformation can lead to skepticism. Their discussion highlights the importance of researching from credible sources and being digitally literate.
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