Discerning Truth in an AI age of Deception
In a world of half-truths, here’s how we can ground ourselves in what’s real
“Larry Willard brings clarity to issues surrounding AI, Truth, and Media Deception.”
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Marina Hofman, PhD • 561-337-0174 • marinahofman@gmail.com
Palm Beach County, FL | Toronto, ON
In Is That True? (2025), Larry shows how the news media has shifted from reporting to infotainment, often blurring truth with partisan spin. He examines how artificial intelligence—especially when combined with quantum computing—amplifies the potential for manipulation and control, and outlines the safeguards needed to protect the public.
LARRY N. WILLARD (MDiv) is a leading thinker on social, political, and religious issues.
With more than thirty years in senior roles at Fortune 100 companies, vice-president posts at Tyndale University (Toronto), and a track record in consulting, he brings seasoned perspective to today’s challenges. The founding publisher of Castle Quay Books, he has guided over 70 award-winning titles and 130 award nominations.
MEDIA TOPICS
1) Truth — Why It Still Matters
Why truth is not optional in a polarized world
The top threats to truth—and how deception seeps in
2) Legacy Media & “Fake News”
How media framing guides what we believe
Covert tactics used to shift public opinion
The rise of infotainment: what it means for real reporting
3) AI & Quantum
Subtle AI in everyday life: what you don’t see
What quantum computing is and why it matters
The near-term risks: information ops, deepfakes, and trust erosion
Why AI & quantum could accelerate deception—and how to prepare
4) Transhumanism & Erosion of Human Dignity
What transhumanism is—and why it’s gaining attention
Promise vs. peril: where innovation serves people…and where it doesn’t
6) Practical Safeguards for Families
What transhumanism seeks—and what’s at stake
Innovation that elevates vs. innovation that diminishes
How to preserve dignity in a tech-driven future
7) A Spiritual Perspectives
Can AI challenge or mimic divine roles?
Are aspects of AI evoking Holy Spirit attributes?
Discernment in the age of voice assistants and algorithms
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Contact: Marina Hofman
marinahofman@gmail.com
(561) 337-0174
Palm Beach County, FL | Toronto, ON