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Intelligence Squared presents
Sage & Jester Critical Conversations 

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 talks 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?

Tuesday 13 May: Tricks, Trolls, and LOLs: Comedy’s Crash Course in Spotting Lies – featuring Rachel Parris
Monday 19 May: Truth Hurts: From Conflict to Connection – featuring Dr Julia Ebner
Tuesday 20 May: How To Cure Your Algorithm – featuring Jamie Bartlett

Book online with Pleasance Theatre here

Tickets to all shows: £15 (£12 concessions)
Buy for two shows and get 20% off
Buy for three shows and get 25% off

Liana Patarkatsishvili, Founder, Sage & Jester:

“We recently announced our first major immersive theatre production and now we are excited to announce a series of critical conversations. We have found wonderful partners in Intelligence Squared who have worked closely with us to assemble a fearless, inspiring and genuinely entertaining series of talks. We’re not just storytellers; we’re catalysts for a more informed, more engaged society.”

Kieran Morris, Global Head of Partnerships of Intelligence Squared:

“We’re thrilled to be partnering with Sage & Jester on this unique event series at the Pleasance Theatre. At Intelligence Squared we’re always seeking to engage and inform audiences on the most pressing issues of today. Sage & Jester’s commitment to tackling the age of misinformation in an immersive way chimes perfectly with this mission, and we’re proud to be collaborating with them on Critical Conversations. Together we’ve assembled an excellent line up of expert and engaging speakers from the worlds of journalism, satire, sociology and beyond.”

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