In This Episode:

Peter Pomerantsev discusses Sefton Delmer’s strategies with host Jen Rubin, highlighting their relevance to modern disinformation challenges, especially concerning Russia’s actions in Ukraine. Pomerantsev emphasizes the need for engaging media campaigns to counter authoritarian propaganda effectively.

Peter’s book delves into the life of Sefton Delmer, a British journalist during World War II, who used subversive propaganda tactics against the Nazis. Delmer created fake radio stations like ‘Death Chef’ to expose Nazi corruption and secrets. His goals were to challenge Nazi emotional control, provide factual information, promote alternative identities, and encourage individual agency.

Delmer’s efforts proved successful, prompting us to ask: what lessons can we learn from Sefton?

Host:

Jennifer Rubin