Misguided: The Newsletter

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June 2025

Why Building Bridges Is Worth It, Even Now
The role of connection in effective science communication
 • 
Matthew Facciani
, 
Kristen Panthagani, MD, PhD
, 
Elisabeth Marnik, PhD
, 
Unbiased Science
, and 
Beth Malow
Preparing High School Students to Navigate Disinformation and Polarization
Kevin Meuwissen on teaching truth, critical thinking, and civic dialogue
 • 
Matthew Facciani
46:22
The First Copy of Misguided Arrived—Here’s What Comes Next
Preorders for my new book are live, events are coming, and I’m booking interviews.
 • 
Matthew Facciani
Why Science Feels Distant and How Bringing It Closer Can Rebuild Trust
The psychology of disconnection, and the power of local, participatory, and collaborative science
 • 
Matthew Facciani
Five Takeaways from Speaking at the GBH Media Summit
Bridging the Trust Gap: Lessons from Journalists, Researchers, and Newsfluencers
 • 
Matthew Facciani

May 2025

Trump Advocated for the COVID-19 Vaccine. So Why Do Many Conservatives Still Distrust It?
Understanding vaccine attitudes through the lens of trust, identity, and messaging.
 • 
Matthew Facciani
Why People Believe in Conspiracy Theories: A Summary of the Science
What hundreds of studies reveal about the motives behind conspiracy thinking
 • 
Matthew Facciani
How Simple Games Can Teach You to Spot Misinformation
Interactive prebunking games help people build real skills to recognize and resist false information
 • 
Matthew Facciani
Spot and Stop Common Financial Scams: A Quick & Practical Guide
Simple steps to recognize fraud and protect your money & personal information
 • 
Matthew Facciani

April 2025

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