Undercurrent
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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.
Recent Episodes
SEP 17, 2023
Ballot Box
How the 2023 election campaign is being shaped by the surge in misinformation.
47 MIN
JUL 26, 2023
The Endgame
Yes, there really are reasons to believe society will not be overwhelmed by misinformation.
26 MIN
JUL 26, 2023
Hallmarks
How to spot misinformation - and some ideas for dealing with it.
29 MIN
JUL 26, 2023
Muddying the Water
Has misinformation infected mainstream politics in New Zealand? And if it has, what would that mean for our democracy?
34 MIN
JUL 23, 2023
Natural-Born Skeptics
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.
26 MIN
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