Join journalist and author James Odato to learn tips on how to spot media misinformation and how best to prevent it.
Fake news can be difficult to combat because of just how quickly it spreads. Learn about the history of fake news as well as how to develop the skills to identify misinformation and find real news sources.
Presenter James M. Odato has had a journalism career rooted in watchdog reporting, and has been cited as one of New York’s top newshounds covering state government, gambling, and abuse and waste of public money. He currently works as a freelance journalist, college journalism instructor, and has served as the editor of the Adirondack Explorer magazine since 2021.
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