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2025 brought a flood of mis- and disinformation about everything, from the rapid advance of AI technology to ever-evolving scams. For the final episode of the year, Big [If True] explores the five biggest mis- and disinformation stories of 2025.

We look into how AI dominated headlines, reshaping daily life as students used it to write essays, people formed relationships with chatbots, and viral videos of bunnies on trampolines flooded social media. Not only that, but deepfakes of world leaders and fake doctors giving harmful advice made it harder than ever to tell fact from fiction.

We also dive into a legal battle over culling ostriches during an avian flu outbreak in British Columbia, which sparked debate over government overreach and public health. Also, Canada faced one of its worst wildfire seasons on record, burning nearly nine million hectares, as false claims blaming arson and poor management spread widely. And in November, the country lost its measles-free status after 27 years, reporting more than 5,000 cases across nine provinces and one territory, driven by vaccine misinformation. Watch now as Big [If True] breaks down the biggest misinformation trends and what they mean for the future of truth online.

0:00 The Wildest Fake Stories of 2025
0:04 #5 – AI Everywhere
0:40 #4 – Ostrich Farm Legal Battle
1:32 #3 – Deepfakes and Fake Doctors
2:11 #2 – Wildfires and Disinformation
3:00 #1 – Measles Resurgence in Canada

About Big [If True]
Big [If True] tackles the rising threat of misinformation and disinformation. Hosted by award-winning journalist Molly Thomas, this bold, new show uncovers why we fall for falsehoods and how to fight back.

Unpacking misinformation, scams, and internet culture stories from all over the world, every week. Stay tuned for more Reality Check segments to keep you informed and in the know!
   • Reality Check  

Dive into the facts with Deep Dive - short explainers on the misleading narratives that (might) shape our everyday lives.
   • Deep Dive  

See 1-on-1 conversations between experts and insiders who uncover the real stories behind the headlines on Truth Talks.
   • Truth Talks  

Big [If True] Panel Discussions! Experts discuss misinformation, disinformation, scams, hoaxes, and conspiracy theories and explore why they spread so easily.
   • Panel Discussions  

Learn how journalists uncover and debunk bad information online—and get tips on how to protect yourself in our “Wait, What?” segments.
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