Rickrolling, Micronations, Open Source Journalism

Rickrolling, Micronations, Open Source JournalismTop of Mind with Julie Rose • Season 1, Episode 1766

Apr 13, 2022 • 53m

The quintessential internet prank: the Rickroll. Where did it come from? There are about 100 active micronations around the world right now, but their role in international politics remains unclear. This group of investigators has solved puzzling questions before even the professionals using only open-source information. (Photo Credit: Joel Ryan/Invision/Ap)

Episode Segments

Never Gonna Give You Up, Never Gonna Let You DownApr 13, 202217mWhy are so many people still watching this viral video? It now has over a billion views.

Why are so many people still watching this viral video? It now has over a billion views.

What is a Micronation?Apr 13, 202219mPeople declaring themselves beyond the reach of government carries risks for countries with micronations.

People declaring themselves beyond the reach of government carries risks for countries with micronations.

Bellingcat Investigative Journalism is Solving International Crimes Without Secret IntelligenceApr 13, 202217mCan you solve crimes just by looking at what’s publicly available online?

Can you solve crimes just by looking at what’s publicly available online?