How decline porn targeting the UK is being spread by foreign accounts | Top Comment Podcast

Foreign-based social media accounts are masquerading as patriotic Brits lamenting the UK's 'decline'.

These profiles, which use AI to amplify anti-immigrant rhetoric, are being viewed and shared by vast audiences who are often unaware of the content's origin.

The BBC has seen evidence that dozens of those posting from Eastern Europe to South Asia are coordinating their activity through group chats, with some even claiming to be in communication with political actors inside the UK.

Marianna and Matt discuss the ideological approach of these remote creators and explain why their tactics are reminiscent of modern state-backed influence campaigns.

Top Comment is hosted by Marianna Spring and Matt Shea.