Episode 3: Digital Storms: Unpacking Misinformation & Democracy in South Asia
Digital Storms: Unpacking Misinformation & Democracy in South Asia Episode 3 This episode is hosted by Dr. Umer Jan and Dr Jamie Ranger, in conversation…
Digital Storms: Unpacking Misinformation & Democracy in South Asia Episode 3 This episode is hosted by Dr. Umer Jan and Dr Jamie Ranger, in conversation…
This episode hosted by Dr Jamie Ranger and Dr. Umer Jan features guests: Niamh Cashell, a politics phD candidate at the University of Manchester and Oly Durose, a political writer and media communications officer for the former Labour Party leader. The episode delves into the aftermath of the UK's recent general election, highlighting the Conservative Party's historic defeat and Labour's victory despite a fragmented electorate and low voter turnout. The discussion also explores how emerging technologies, such as AI and social media, influenced the campaign, while raising concerns about the future of political communication and governance in the UK.