Episode #27: Community vs. Propaganda - Balancing Offline and Online Resistance (With Noah Glick)

In this episode of 'Propaganda Loves You,' the hosts discuss the latest controversies arising from bot networks reacting to the Epstein scandal, highlighting Clemson University's research on the matter. Noah discusses a community initiative while Joe plugs an upcoming reading group featuring the book 'The Dawn of Everything.' The conversation extends to ethical concerns surrounding the deployment of AI chatbots for disinformation and examines the role of community building and online engagement in combating these forces. The hosts explore the efficacy of grassroots efforts and community cohesion as tools to resist the harmful effects of misinformation.

00:00 Introduction and Weekly Overview

00:05 Segment 1: Epstein Controversy and Online Bot Networks

02:05 Host Introductions and Personal Updates

02:24 Book Club Announcement: The Dawn of Everything

03:48 Discussion on Historical Books: Sapiens vs. The Dawn of Everything

05:29 Noah's Plug: Sierra Nevada Ally and Local Stories

08:17 Upcoming Content and Deep Dives

09:21 Main Topic: Bot Networks and Disinformation

25:16 The Dead Internet Theory and AI Bosses

27:17 Identifying Bots on Social Media

28:22 Ethical Questions and Social Media Ownership

29:53 Media's Role in Social Media Engagement

43:43 The Importance of Community in Fighting Fascism

56:44 Digital Warfare and Mutual Aid

https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/internet/maga-ai-bot-network-divided-trump-epstein-backlash-rcna219167

https://www.reuters.com/technology/elon-musks-x-restructuring-curtails-disinformation-research-spurs-legal-fears-2023-11-06/