Media Literacy in the Age of Misinformation with Rosemary Smith

In a time when information is more accessible than ever, are we truly expanding our perspectives—or just reinforcing our biases? The rise of digital media has given us an endless stream of news and opinions, but with it comes misinformation, manipulation, and echo chambers that threaten democracy itself.

In this episode of The Counter, we sit down with media literacy expert Rosemary Smith from the Getting Better Foundation to explore the dangers of misinformation, the importance of critical thinking, and how media literacy can empower us to separate fact from fiction. We discuss how understanding media intent, questioning narratives, and seeking diverse perspectives can help build trust, strengthen democracy, and foster informed decision-making.

🎧 Join us for an eye-opening conversation on navigating today’s media landscape—and why media literacy is more essential than ever.

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Host:  Penny Ronning

Writer:  Penny Ronning

Producers:  Penny Ronning, Ty Lowe

Editor:  Ty Lowe

Sound Designer/Engineer:  Ty Lowe

Music:  Ty Lowe, Konstantin Klimov

Intro Vocals:  Roy Pack

Graphic Design:  Penny Ronning, Ty Lowe

Website:  Ty Lowe

Social Media:  Emma Trunkle

 

 

Rosemary Smith Bio

Rosemary Smith has accumulated considerable international experience in the media over the last three decades.  She began her career in media as a co-owner of FCC licensed radio stations throughout Michigan’s Upper and Lower Peninsulas.  Rosemary is a media literacy expert, Montana’s state lead for Media Literacy Now, and envoy to the U.S. State Department’s American Film Showcase.  She manages Montana based Getting Better Foundation, spearheads its global distribution of award-winning “Trust Me” Documentary and the film’s educational curriculum in partner with News Literacy Project.

In addition to her experience as a broadcaster, Rosemary has authored many blogs and is working on her first children’s book about media literacy.  She’s delivered presentations and contributed to publications on media and citizenship-related issues in dozens of countries.  Rosemary remains interested by the challenges posed by emerging media forms and issues relating to media literacy, mental health, peace, and democracy.

 

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