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Misguided: The Podcast

Matthew Facciani
Misinformation
Critical Thinking
Media Literacy
Science Communication
Social Media
Disinformation
Sociology
Artificial Intelligence
Political Polarization
Cognitive Immunology
Education
Identity
Vaccines
Breastfeeding
Parental Guidance
Public Health
Civic Learning
Teacher Development
Social Psychology
Conspiracy Theories

Misguided: The Podcast explores how social and psychological forces shape our understanding of the world. Hosted by social scientist Matthew Facciani, the show delves into the latest insights from sociology, psychology, and information science. Matthew shares his own research and engages in thought-provoking conversations with guests from diverse backgrounds. matthewfacciani.substack.com

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In this episode of Misguided, I’m joined by Renee DiResta to talk about how she went from a winding career in tech, finance, and Silicon Valley startups to becoming one of the leading analysts of online influence. Renée traces the shift back to a per... more

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In this episode, I talk with philosopher and author Andy Norman, founder of the Cognitive Immunology Research Collaborative and author of Mental Immunity. Andy shares how a provocative 1990s essay by Richard Dawkins sparked his lifelong pursuit to un... more

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In this episode, I talk with sociologist and author Barry Markovsky about his path into social science and his career studying science vs. pseudoscience. Barry shares lessons from his hit “Sociology of the Paranormal” class, previews his forthcoming ... more

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In this episode, I chat with educator, political scientist, and author Tim Redmond to discuss his path from a PhD in political science to a high school teacher building a standout course on critical thinking. Tim shares how discovering psychology aft... more

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Recent Guests

Renée DiResta
Social media researcher at Georgetown University and author of Invisible Rulers
Georgetown University
Episode: Bespoke Realities, Invisible Rulers, and the Battle for Truth
Dr. Andy Norman
Philosopher and advocate for cognitive immunology, studying how to strengthen mental immunity against misinformation.
Episode: Thinking as Freedom: Building Mental Immunity in a Noisy World
Barry Markovsky
Sociologist and author of the forthcoming book 'Everyday Extraordinary'
Episode: Everyday Extraordinary: Why We Believe in the Unbelievable
Tim Redmond
Educator and author with a PhD in political science, currently teaching high school in New York
Episode: Helping High School Students Think Critically About Media
David Robert Grimes
Physicist, author, and advocate for science communication
Author of Good Thinking and The Irrational Ape
Episode: The Irrational Ape: Facts, Feelings, and the Spread of Misinformation
Matthew Facciani
Social scientist with a focus on misinformation and critical thinking
Vanderbilt University
Episode: Misguided: A Lunchtime Chat About Misinformation with Matthew Facciani and Elisabeth Marnik
Dr. Esha Lovrić
Sociologist, educator, and advocate for critical thinking
dreshalovrić.com
Episode: Between Worlds: Identity, Vulnerability, and the Power of Critical Thinking
Melanie Trecek-King
Educator, science communicator, and the creator of the platform Thinking Is Power
Thinking Is Power
Episode: Thinking Is Power: Helping People Navigate Truth, Science, and Bias
Dr. Kevin Mewwissen
Professor of education at the University of Rochester and former high school teacher.
University of Rochester
Episode: Preparing High School Students to Navigate Disinformation and Polarization

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Matthew Facciani
Social scientist with a focus on misinformation and critical thinking.

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Bespoke Realities, Invisible Rulers, and the Battle for Truth
Q: What could institutions like universities do better?
Renée suggests that institutions need to adapt by building networks and outreach strategies to engage effectively with the public.
Bespoke Realities, Invisible Rulers, and the Battle for Truth
Q: Could you share a little bit more about your journey?
Renée shares her interdisciplinary path from working with the CIA, to finance, to social media research, culminating in her activism against misinformation.
Helping High School Students Think Critically About Media
Q: How do we get people to think more critically in today's media landscape?
We need to change the incentive structures and encourage people to seek balanced, accurate information.
Helping High School Students Think Critically About Media
Q: Can you share about how your book journey came to be?
I felt the need to consolidate critical thinking research in an accessible format, prompting me to write a book.
How to Think Like a Fact-Checker with Joel Breakstone
Q: Where do you see digital literacy education heading in the next five to ten years?
He anticipates legislative efforts to mandate digital literacy instruction and the need to develop evidence-based approaches for schools to adopt amid the growing influence of AI.

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The content encompasses a broad range of topics primarily focused on the interplay between social and psychological forces, misinformation, critical thinking, and education. Episodes feature discussions with experts across sociology, science, and education, giving listeners insights into how beliefs are formed and influenced by societal factors. The conversations often highlight the importance of media literacy, the impact of identity on information processing, and innovative ways to teach critical thinking skills in educational settings. This podcast is particularly valuable for those interested in understanding misinformation, enhancing their critical thinking abilities, and recognizing the societal influences that shape perceptions and b... more

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5. David Robert Grimes
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