Unraveling Propaganda with Dr. Olga Yurkova
Episode description
In this powerful episode, Rachel reconnects with Ukrainian journalist and co-founder of stopfake.org, Dr. Olga Yurkova, who has been at the forefront of combating Russian propaganda and misinformation. Following their previous conversations, Olga provides an update on the devastating impact of the ongoing war in Ukraine, which has led to immense suffering and displacement. She shares her insights on the psychological tactics employed by propagandists, highlighting the emotional manipulation triangle of fear, hope, and aggression that is used to control narratives and polarize societies.
Olga discusses her work with stopfake.org, which has evolved from a simple website into a renowned institution dedicated to fact-checking and educating the public on disinformation. She emphasizes the importance of understanding how rumors spread and the role they play in shaping perceptions during crises. As a new university lecturer, she is committed to empowering the next generation with the tools to discern truth from manipulation.
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