Director of 'Food, Inc.' sheds light on the power of misinformation in a new documentary

Robert Kenner, best known for his popular documentary "Food, Inc.," seeks to expose a world of misinformation in his latest doc "Merchants of Doubt."

The new film reveals the pundits-for-hire who pose as scientific authorities on Capitol Hill with the goal of promoting corporate interests. Think: Who's shaping national policies regarding chemicals, medications and global warming? It's a chilling look at the power of propaganda.

To learn more, catch our AOL BUILD interview with Kenner at 4 p.m. EST in the video above. He'll be discussing this new project live!