What lies behind hateful comments – and why do some people delete their own posts when someone responds with empathy? This episode explores the causes of digital hate speech: the psychology of hate, the role of algorithms and AI, the legal limits of freedom of expression – and the interventions that have been proven to work. A conversation with no quick fixes – but with concrete approaches.
Guests:
- Min Li Marti – National Councillor, SP Zurich; parliamentary work on hate speech, digital policy and equality
- Dr Lea Stahel – sociologist and psychologist; researches digital hate, online violence and conflicts in the digitalised society
- Sophie Achermann – Executive Director of the Public Discourse Foundation; researches digital discourse and develops solutions to combat online hate speech
What is “Dialog im Foyer”?
“Dialog im Foyer” is a moderated podcast discussion organised by Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts – Design Film Art. It brings together voices from academia, politics and professional practice to discuss socially relevant issues – openly, controversially and without predetermined answers. The university sees the format as a space where creative thinking, social engagement and a culture of democratic debate go hand in hand. An initiative of the HSLU DFK Diversity Team.
Host:
Maher Akraa-Meyer – Research Assistant, PhD candidate, Lucerne School of Design, Film and Art Shaping the world of tomorrow / University of Zurich
Production:
Camera: Elisa Theiler, Jaden Bisang
Sound: Sarah Herrmann
