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The Lie You Didn't Know You Believed with Greg Williams and Brian Marren

The Lie You Didn't Know You Believed with Greg Williams and Brian Marren

Update: 2025-10-22
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In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, Andy dives deep into the world of propaganda and misinformation with human behavior experts Greg Williams and Brian Marren. The discussion covers the historical context of propaganda, its prevalence on social media, and its impact on both individuals and large groups.

 

Greg and Brian explain the difference between misinformation, disinformation, and the importance of critical thinking in today's digital age. They also provide practical tips for parents to help them and their families navigate through propaganda. Plus, don't miss recommendations for further learning about human behavior, tips for evaluating information sources, and the importance of understanding intent.

 

For more from Greg and Brian, visit: https://arcadiacognerati.com/  

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00:00 Welcome to The Secure Family Podcast

01:02 The Importance of Personal Information Security

02:36 Introducing Today's Guests: Greg Williams and Brian Marren

04:42 Understanding Propaganda: Definitions and Examples

13:04 The Role of Social Media in Modern Propaganda

15:02 Historical Perspectives on Propaganda

18:34 The Impact of Political Propaganda

24:07 Understanding the Primitive Brain

24:29 Fear and Survival Mechanisms

27:39 The Role of Misinformation and Disinformation

31:58 Propaganda and Historical Examples

35:21 Marketing vs. Propaganda

39:46 Red Flags of Propaganda

43:14 Conclusion and Resources

 

The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. The views and opinions expressed by guests are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The Secure Dad, LLC. The Secure Dad® is a registered trademark of The Secure Dad, LLC. This post contains affiliate links. If you use these links to buy something, a commission may be earned.

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The Lie You Didn't Know You Believed with Greg Williams and Brian Marren

The Lie You Didn't Know You Believed with Greg Williams and Brian Marren

Andy Murphy