Paramount Importance
Welcome to Paramount Importance — where science meets curiosity.
Hosted by marine scientist Kurt Krispyn, this podcast dives into the weird, wonderful, and wildly important questions about our world. Through open, honest, laid-back conversations with scientists, explorers, and big thinkers, we unpack the mysteries of nature, discovery, and human innovation.
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Paramount Importance
Ep 33 The science of media communications | Associate Professor Tauel Harper
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In a world shaped by headlines, algorithms, and endless scrolls, who really controls the narrative?
Associate Professor Tauel Harper, media scholar at Murdoch University, joins Kurt Krispyn to unpack the complex intersections of democracy, persuasion, and misinformation. From political spin and media ownership to social media’s sway over truth and trust, they explore how our beliefs are shaped, and how we can sharpen our critical thinking in an age of constant noise.
A thought-provoking conversation on free speech, manipulation, and the power of genuine understanding, a reminder that meaningful change starts with awareness.