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Mitigating the negative effects of conspiracy theories

In the aftermath of the Covid pandemic we’re all aware of the negative impacts conspiracy theor...

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15.06 13 Feb 2025


Mitigating the negative effects of conspiracy theories


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15.06 13 Feb 2025


In the aftermath of the Covid pandemic we’re all aware of the negative impacts conspiracy theories can have on a global level…

But, they can also be hugely damaging to individuals and relationships.

What governments and agencies are not clear on is how best to tackle the problem.

Seán’s guest might be able to help. Cian O’Mahony is a Researcher at University College Cork. He joins to discuss.


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