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Navigating online misinformation and improving science communication, with David R. Grimes
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In this episode, we’re joined by science writer and author of ‘The Irrational Ape — Why We Fall for Disinformation, Conspiracy Theories, and Propaganda’, David Robert Grimes, for a discussion about science communication and the unrelenting rise of misinformation on social media.
We talk about:
• The dangers and mechanics of online disinformation • Why, in spite of rampant mistruths, social media remains one of the most powerful tools in history for science communication • How to navigate online information by better understanding and trusting scientific method • The tactics of bad-faith influencers and conspiracy theorists • How online debates and discussions can become more productive • The beauty and importance of being wrong
Visit David’s website: https://www.davidrobertgrimes.com/
David’s books: https://www.amazon.com/Good-Thinking-Flawed-Logic-Critical/dp/1615197931/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=good+thinking+grimes
Support for the Brain Health Revolution Podcast comes from NEURO Academy, an online community of individuals working together towards optimum long-term brain health, through science-backed on-demand courses, live coaching, nutrition guidance, and more.
Find out more at: thebraindocs.com/neuro-academy
Follow doctors Ayesha and Dean on:
• Instagram: @TheBrainDocs
• TikTok: @TheBrainDocs
More information on neuroscience:
• Our blog: thebraindocs.com/blog/
• Our brain-healthy recipes: thebraindocs.com/recipes/
The Brain Health Revolution Podcast is hosted by Doctors Ayesha and Dean Sherzai.
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Manage episode 383098189 series 2558094
In this episode, we’re joined by science writer and author of ‘The Irrational Ape — Why We Fall for Disinformation, Conspiracy Theories, and Propaganda’, David Robert Grimes, for a discussion about science communication and the unrelenting rise of misinformation on social media.
We talk about:
• The dangers and mechanics of online disinformation • Why, in spite of rampant mistruths, social media remains one of the most powerful tools in history for science communication • How to navigate online information by better understanding and trusting scientific method • The tactics of bad-faith influencers and conspiracy theorists • How online debates and discussions can become more productive • The beauty and importance of being wrong
Visit David’s website: https://www.davidrobertgrimes.com/
David’s books: https://www.amazon.com/Good-Thinking-Flawed-Logic-Critical/dp/1615197931/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=good+thinking+grimes
Support for the Brain Health Revolution Podcast comes from NEURO Academy, an online community of individuals working together towards optimum long-term brain health, through science-backed on-demand courses, live coaching, nutrition guidance, and more.
Find out more at: thebraindocs.com/neuro-academy
Follow doctors Ayesha and Dean on:
• Instagram: @TheBrainDocs
• TikTok: @TheBrainDocs
More information on neuroscience:
• Our blog: thebraindocs.com/blog/
• Our brain-healthy recipes: thebraindocs.com/recipes/
The Brain Health Revolution Podcast is hosted by Doctors Ayesha and Dean Sherzai.
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