Season 14 · Episode 3
Why Misinformation Works: The Psychology Behind Climate Disinformation
September 30, 20251h 2m
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Show Notes
Why does misinformation spread like wildfire—and why is it so hard to correct? Climate communication researchers John Cook (University of Melbourne) and Dominik A. Stecula (Colorado State University) explain the psychology of misinformation, drawing on years of research around climate denial, political polarization, and media dynamics.
Additional resources:
Climate Obstruction: A Global Assessment
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