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How They Made Us Doubt Everything
From smoking and cancer to climate change, this is the story of how to manufacture doubt. Investigating the industry response to claims there could be asbestos in make-up, and the tactics that could be used to cast doubt over the science and create controversy.
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4.8 stars from 280 ratings
In-depth reporting
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“I love these podcasts. They are great enthralling reports of happenings and I highly recommend them.”
AronJA via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/22/24
“The fact’s presented clearly shows the players and techniques used. Strategies used to confuse the public are cleverly revealed. The BBC have done a great job or communicating and debunking climate denying myths.”
lessles via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/07/24
Intriguing listen
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“A look into how a few particular corporations have used misleading language to manipulate their customers and public opinion. Although there is useful insight to hear, (and I would recommend listening) the conversational tone of the narrator often came across as patronising, and at times I felt...”Read full review »
Meiquel04 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/11/23
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