Conversations from Byron
Truth and Other Lies
In this fascinating panel expertly chaired by Margaret Simons, Guardian Australia columnist Van Badham takes us on the journey behind her work where she joined some of the internet’s most extreme communities to understand conspiracy cults from the inside; Ed Coper schools us on the communications sectors’ dark underworld, aptly coined ‘Pink Slime’; and Tim Burrows shares his wealth of knowledge on media monopolies and where to from here. The session ends with some practical tips on how to reconnect with loved ones who have fallen down the rabbit hole.
Podcast notes
The beginning of this session was not recorded, where Margaret introduces each panelist and their work. Feel free to discover more via the following links:
Ed Coper, Facts and Other Lies: Welcome to the Disinformation Age
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About the speakers
Van Badham
Van Badham is an internationally award-winning writer and theatre maker. Her newest book, Qanon And On is a history of internet conspiracy cults.
Tim Burrows
Tim Burrowes is author of Media Unmade, the definitive story of Australia’s media over the last decade. He edits media industry analysis newsletter Unmade, and founded Mumbrella.
Ed Coper
Ed Coper is a leading communications expert and author of Facts and Other Lies: Welcome to the Disinformation Age.
Margaret Simons
Margaret Simons is an award-winning freelance journalist and author. Her latest book is Penny Wong: Passion and Principle.
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