The Birds Aren't Real movement started as a humorous conspiracy theory, but has since gained popularity and turned into a rally cry for those who want to hold up a mirror to absurdity. The movement is centered around the idea that the government has replaced all birds with surveillance drones.
This excerpt recounts the general story of the Philadelphia Experiment, a supposed secret Navy experiment to make a ship invisible that resulted in some of the crew members being caught and allegedly driven insane.
Conspiracy theories surrounding UFO sightings often ignore data that doesn't support their claims. However, with new technology and data collection methods, it's likely that some unexplained sightings are simply natural phenomena or man-made objects reflecting off in the distance.
The speaker discusses the vast number of conspiracy theories surrounding the assassination of JFK and how they have been fueled by the prevalence of conspiracy thinking in modern times.
The speaker experiences an awkward car ride with two people who discuss conspiracy theories and a confrontation with Trump-supporting protesters at a protest.
The transcript discusses how Pascal's Wager could be applied to understanding conspiracy theories and encourages people to consider more nuanced views rather than subscribing to global conspiracies.
This podcast episode tackles the issue of how conspiracy theories and extreme discredited theories came to exist, why people adhere to them, and how acknowledging them can lead to a better understanding of the situation.
Conspiracy theories are anti-fragile, and attempting to conspire against them only makes them stronger. Censorship and fact-checking organizations often overlook this, and inadvertently give more credibility to the conspiracy theories they are trying to debunk.
A wiretap of Marilyn Monroe was found, in which she claimed she was going to hold a press conference to expose what Bobby Kennedy had told her about objects from outer space, just days before her death. The speaker also reflects on the context of her death, including her connections to the Kennedy brothers and involvement with the Rat Pack.
A mysterious set of VHS tapes, Amanda the Adventurer, has caught the attention of a group of people who are trying to gather them and harness their power, while others are warning against watching the cursed episodes.
In this episode, Bill Maher highlights the prevalence of conspiracy theories and anti-Semitism in the world of politics and entertainment.
The street designs of Washington, D.C. were originally laid out in powerful Satanic symbols by Masonic planners, resulting in the entire federal government complex reverberating with Satanic power, according to conspiracy theories. It is believed that the radiance of the city is designed to gather the most power possible from the vortex.
In this episode, the hosts discuss the consequences of having controversial episodes taken down, and suggest that conspiracy theorists should avoid becoming too popular for advertisers to be comfortable. They also suggest having guests who are strongly opposed to pedophilia.
Host Woody shares his theory that Richard Nixon was responsible for the assassination of John F. Kennedy and discusses the evidence he believes supports his claim with co-host Jim. Jim is skeptical but Woody remains determined to seek justice.
Some people believe that the death of hiker Diana was a part of a conspiracy theory related to the park's anniversary, as it was designated a park on the same day she went on a hike in the area.
The speaker reflects on how conspiracy theories, such as birds not being real, require as much belief as controversial beliefs like the denial of the Holocaust. They also mention a personal experience with a bird, which leads to a playful suggestion for a name.
In this podcast, Johanna shares her thoughts on conspiracy theories and how she believes in them despite others calling her crazy. She encourages listeners to share their opinions and to use her platform as a way to start conversations.
A discussion about the connections between the world's most dangerous and evil people and how it might drive some people crazy and lead to conspiracy theories.
Some people who are into wellness fads can eventually be led closer to anti-vaxx or QAnon beliefs which themselves are related to white supremacy, with QAnon often using hashtags like "save the children" to disguise their real agenda.
A conversation about a pilot who worked with a cocaine trafficker for the CIA, and after writing two 9-11 truth books, was mysteriously shot to death along with his teenage children and dog, brings up questions about potential CIA involvement.
