Identity Based Disinformation And Conspiracy Scammers with Maria Giovanna Sessa (EU DisinfoLab)

Welcome to "Some Dare Call It Conspiracy," where we delve into the fascinating world of conspiracy theories and disinformation. In this episode, we're joined by the insightful Maria Giovanna Sessa, Research Manager at EU DisinfoLab. Maria shares her expertise on the annual EU DisinfoLab conference and the groundbreaking exposure of the Doppelganger disinformation campaign. We also explore the complex realm of identity-based disinformation and its far-reaching impacts. Additionally, Maria discusses her intriguing investigation into a "Nigerian Prince" style scam that lured victims into joining the Illuminati via Telegram, revealing an unexpected twist when her findings inadvertently encouraged more people to apply. Maria's exceptional communication skills make her an invaluable guest, offering a compelling look into the intricate landscape of disinformation. - For more information on the exceptional work carried out by the team, please visit www.Disinfo.EU If you appreciate our work, please consider supporting the podcast by joining us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/somedarecallitconspiracy  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/some-dare-call-it-conspiracy--5932731/support.