Russia Today and Conspiracy Theories

The Russian international media outlet Russia Today (RT) has been widely accused in the Western world of producing government propaganda and conspiracy theories. This book explores for the first time what role conspiracy theories actually play in the network's broadcasts.

Autorentext

Ilya Yablokov is a Lecturer in Journalism and Media at the University of Sheffield, UK. His areas of expertise are Russian media and international broadcasting, Russian politics, conspiracy theories, conspiracy theories, mis and disinformation campaigns as well as problems of censorship and self-censorship in today's media.

Precious N Chatterje-Doody is a Lecturer in Politics and International Studies at the Open University, UK. Her areas of expertise are Russian foreign and security policy, soft power, information politics, and political communication.

Inhalt

Introduction: The Curious Case of RT 1. Conspiracy Theories, the Evolution of Communication, and the Contemporary Global Media Environment 2. 'Question More'? The Kremlin's Strategy Behind RT 3. The World According to the Truthseekers 4. Conspiracy and Democracy: Election Meddling and #TrumpRussia 5. Conspiracy and Crisis: Narrative Holes and the Skripal Affair 6. RT in the Post-Pandemic World Conclusion