Undercurrent

Undercurrent

For most New Zealanders, political violence has always been something that happens in another country. Now, as we embark upon an election campaign, it's a clear and present danger in Aotearoa.

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June 29, 2023 2 mins

For most New Zealanders, political violence is something that happens in other countries. But now, in an a election year, it's a clear and present danger.

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In 2023, mis- and disinformation is rampant on the internet.

It inspires threats and violence. And it casts a dark shadow over our coming election.

But what do we really know about what motivates the people be...

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What does the misinformation problem look and sound like? And how big of a deal is it in Aotearoa, really?

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July 19, 2023 26 mins

For people drawn in by seemingly benign mis or dis-information, things can escalate quickly with conspiracy theories and violent rhetoric.

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July 23, 2023 26 mins

Two people share their stories about being a part of the networks of mis- and disinformation. How they got there, what they found, and what frightens them most now.

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July 23, 2023 33 mins

The people who live with, love - and sometimes fear - the angriest voices in the disinformation community.

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July 26, 2023 26 mins

Yes, there really are reasons to believe society will not be overwhelmed by misinformation.

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July 26, 2023 29 mins

How to spot misinformation - and some ideas for dealing with it.

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July 26, 2023 34 mins

Has misinformation infected mainstream politics in New Zealand? And if it has, what would that mean for our democracy?

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September 17, 2023 47 mins

How the 2023 election campaign is being shaped by the surge in misinformation.

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