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Misinformation isn’t just a buzzword for daytime TV debates; it’s a weapon with real power that can distort reality, spread confusion and erode trust in democracy. From deepfake videos twisting elections to bot armies flooding social media with lies, the manipulation of truth is everywhere.

Intelligence Squared and Sage & Jester invite you to this series of interactive events that bring you into the conversation with journalist Sophia Smith Galer. Join us across three events at the Pleasance Theatre, London where we’ll help you cut through the noise, build resilience and connect with community. Are you ready for change?

Upcoming events

Upcoming events

Tuesday 13 May 2025, 7:45pm

Tricks, Trolls, and LOLs: Comedy’s Crash Course in Spotting Lies

With Sophia Smith Galer and Rachel Parris

Monday 19 May 2025, 7pm

Truth Hurts: From Conflict to Connection

With Sophia Smith Galer and Dr Julia Ebner

Tuesday 20 May 2025, 7pm

How To Cure Your Algorithm

With Sophia Smith Galer and Jamie Bartlett

Series Host

Series Host

Sophia Smith Galer

Award-winning Journalist, Writer, and Host of Critical Conversations

Award-winning journalist, writer, speaker, and content creator, credited for pioneering astute, engaging journalism on TikTok. She began her career reporting across the BBC World Service, BBC Radio 4 and BBC World News and building Webby-winning BBC social media channels before joining VICE News as a senior reporter until February 2024.

Sage & Jester believe information is power. Understanding its flow is crucial to surviving – and thriving, especially since the silent tide of misinformation rises ever higher.

Their immersive experiences are designed to entertain, enlighten, and help you harness your internal BS detector – arming you with the tools to question, challenge, and pause before you believe what you see and read. So next time someone claims the moon landing was filmed in Brentwood, you’ll know exactly how to respond.