As fact check editor at The Conversation, Lucinda Beaman sees first-hand the conflict between facts and beliefs. She offers a framework for understanding how we process information and how we can connect with those who disagree with us. Lucinda Beaman is passionate about evidence-based journalism. She seeks to improve public debate by making accurate information accessible to as many people as possible. Lucinda is FactCheck editor at The Conversation, where she works with academic experts to tackle misinformation and test claims made by Australian leaders against the evidence.
With more than 14 years in the industry, her experience spans work as a journalist, editor, video producer and presenter for leading Australian and international publications, reporting on politics and society, world news and financial services. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community.