Online message boards have been peddling conspiracy theories in the aftermath of tragedies for years. However, these hoaxes have started to enter the mainstream media. We'll look at how these message board users utilize social media, such as Facebook and Twitter, to push their fake news into the spotlight.
We'll also take a look at how technology has prevented us from getting lost while traveling, but also how it can get us lost in new ways.
Guests:
- Drew Harwell, AI and big data reporter, Washington Post
- Julie Beck, senior associate editor,The Atlantic
- Russell Holly, contributing editor, Android Central