Chapter
The Dark Prophecies of Alex Jones
23:51 - 28:27 (04:36)
Alex Jones builds rapport and trust with his listeners through the promotion of conspiracy theories and the sale of products such as water filters. However, his fear-mongering tactics and naming specific individuals as members of a poisoning group can inspire violence, as seen in some of the shooting sprees inspired by his rhetoric.
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Alex Jones realized early on the power of selling products by building trust and rapport with his audience through his show Infowars.
23:51 - 26:35 (02:44)
Summary
Alex Jones realized early on the power of selling products by building trust and rapport with his audience through his show Infowars. His fear-based approach to topics like radiation and terrorism have translated to successful sales of items like radiation shield supplements, body armor, and survival food.
ChapterThe Dark Prophecies of Alex Jones
EpisodePart Two: How Alex Jones Got Rich at the Low, Low Price of Other People's Lives
PodcastBehind the Bastards
In this episode, the hosts discuss how conspiracy theories can inspire individuals to commit acts of violence, specifically referencing the recent El Paso shooting.
26:35 - 28:27 (01:52)
Summary
In this episode, the hosts discuss how conspiracy theories can inspire individuals to commit acts of violence, specifically referencing the recent El Paso shooting.