Hidden Strings: Metaphor and Media Manipulation

Have you ever felt entangled in the daily news? Headlines that shock, stories that provoke—yet beneath the surface, are you seeing the full picture, or just what you're meant to see? Media manipulation is more pervasive than we realize, shaping perceptions and influencing opinions without us even noticing. Metaphors and metonymies are not just figures of speech; they are powerful conceptual tools that the media uses to frame narratives and manipulate what we perceive as truth. Join us as we explore the subtle, yet powerful techniques used to sway public thought and control narratives. Let’s tie the strings together at this year's Researchers’ Night!