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Topic: Online extremism

Online extremism refers to the rise of far-right militia groups and their coordinated efforts to organize and spread disinformation on social media platforms like Facebook.

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The provided podcast episodes explore the growing problem of online extremism, with a focus on how far-right militias and extremist groups are using social media platforms like Facebook to coordinate, recruit, and spread disinformation and conspiracy theories, especially in the lead-up to elections.

Episode 31074 from 'Marketplace Tech' discusses a report on the organization of far-right militias online before the 2024 election, as well as the controversy around OpenAI using a Scarlett Johansson-sounding voice without her consent. Episode 30719 from 'WIRED Politics Lab' provides insights into the broader landscape of online extremism, disinformation, and the challenges faced by major tech companies in moderating harmful content. Episode 56001 from 'Season of the Bitch' features an interview with Talia Lavin, author of 'Culture Warlords', who infiltrated online far-right spaces and discusses the diverse but violence-driven ideologies, the lead-up to January 6th, and insights into misogyny and gender dynamics within white supremacist groups.

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