This archive report was first published on 11 May 2021.
On May 11, 2021, the New York Times hosted an event to explore the complex issue of disinformation and its impact on society. Joining the discussion were comedian and podcast host Sarah Silverman, along with Times reporters Kevin Roose, Sheera Frenkel, and Davey Alba.
The event aimed to untangle the roots of disinformation and its effects on our world. To shed light on this issue, the panel heard from individuals who had emerged from radicalization, including Caolan Robertson and Caleb Cain, who was profiled in the Times podcast 'Rabbit Hole.'
Additionally, the panel analyzed how people interact with news on social media, with the help of David Rand, a professor of management and cognitive science at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. The event encouraged participants to think critically about the information they consume and to make informed decisions.
As Sarah Silverman aptly put it, 'Are you relying on facts or spin? Join us and find out.'
