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In this episode of UnSpun, Dr. Sturg explorse guilt by association and dive deep into modern propaganda. From historical exampless to today's digital battlegrounds, discover how propaganda has evolved and what research says makes you susceptible.
Starting out, learn how people judge others unfairly. Seet how propaganda has changed over time, from Nazi Germany to today's social media. Those who want to influence others have found new tools but still use old tricks to persuade people.
Learn what science says about why people fall for propaganda. Scientists have found that our brains take shortcuts, our feelings can cloud our judgment, and our social groups shape what we believe. Finally, hear some clear steps anyone can take to spot and resist it.
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