In the Thursday evening episode of Dr. Phil Primetime, the show looks into the timely and crucial topic of election misinformation and the role of deepfakes in shaping voter opinions. The episode, airing at 8:00 p.m. on Merit Street Media, features insights from Paul Vallas, a candidate in the 2023 Chicago mayoral election, who claims to have been a victim of deepfake manipulation. Joining him is former presidential candidate Jason Palmer, who offers a forward-thinking perspective on the influence of artificial intelligence (AI) in elections.
Imran Ahmed, the CEO of the Center for Countering Digital Hate, contributes to the discussion by addressing the concerning capabilities of AI platforms. Ahmed emphasizes their potential for misuse, particularly in generating photorealistic images that could deceive voters. The episode also includes a revealing demonstration by cyber security expert Brandon Amacher, who shows just how susceptible people are to being fooled by AI-generated deepfakes.
Dr Phil Primetime: Election Misinformation: Can You Spot A Deepfake? airs Thursday, September 19, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. on Merit Street Media.
