Dunn Street founder Stephen Donnelly was joined by former Labor government media advisor, researcher, and fellow Aussies for Obama alum, Matt Nurse. Matt discusses his current PhD research investigating the COVID-19 science communication infodemic, what misinformation is and how it can impact communities, particularly in negative ways.He describes how his experience working in communications, and the misinformation he encountered, influenced his decision to pursue this research and shares his findings thus far. Matt also gives his opinions on how to curb the spread of misinformation and to help better inform people. The presenting sponsor of the Socially Democratic podcast is Dunn Street. For more information on how Dunn Street can help you organise to build winning campaigns in your community, business or organisation, and make the world a better place, look us up at: dunnstreet.com.au