Under Cover

Misinformation can be a constant battle between social media platforms, information consumers, journalists and content creators. In Episode 2 RMIT Journalists look at the role of influence. How our local communities can be influenced by each other and outside pressures. We also look to our role models and how they may influence us when sharing content online.

Presenter: Casper McLeod Producer: Nieve Walton

Show Notes

For updated information about Australia’s vaccine rollout see the government website here. 

Story One: The access to news and information has never been greater, but the circulation of misinformation in local football clubs is just as great, Eli Duxson dissects why.

Story Two: Caspar McLeod talks to psychologist Maria Marshall about the mental health impact misinformation and misconceptions have on queer individuals.

Story Three: Professional sport was ‘hit for six’ in 2020 thanks to the coronavirus pandemic. Now one year on, athletes and sporting bodies must recognise their importance in a COVID world that is full of misinformation.

Story Four: Misinformation on social media spreads fast and wide, particularly when it comes to information about people's health. Skye Mitchell discusses this phenomenon with health communication expert Dr Amelia Burke-Garcia.


What is Under Cover?

Under Cover is not just a podcast. It's a phone call, a voice message left for those who are lonely, confused or just need someone to talk to them at this time of isolation. It's a warm and friendly midnight radio for the world. It is a good friend who is informative, trustworthy and is there for you - with stories, songs and sounds to make you feel connected. With yourself, with your friends, with your world.