Rules of engagement when talking to conspiracists
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English - February 12, 2021 10:30 - 18 minutes - 17 MB - ★★★★★ - 324 ratingsNews Society & Culture aj+ world journalism reporters al jazeera global news news podcasts international news Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
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Between anti-vaxxers, Covid-truthers, and QAnon, conspiracy theorists seem to be having a moment. But having productive conversations about these theories is easier said than done. In this episode, social psychologist Jovan Byford explains why conspiracy theories spread during moments of upheaval, and shares his advice for talking to people who believe in them.
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Dr. Jovan Byford, senior lecturer in psychology, Open University
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