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Investigating the Investigators: A Chemical Imbalance

ᴋʟᴀᵾs • 569 implied HN points • 30 Jan 24
📰 News Investigative Journalism Media Manipulation Whistleblowers Conspiracy Theories Government programs
  1. Real skeptics should establish credibility and motives in debates for educated decisions.
  2. Watch out for biased information and covert manipulation in online platforms and communities.
  3. Question the motivations and connections of individuals involved in discrediting movements like UFO disclosure.

RFK Jr.: Pedigreed Menace

OLD GOATS with Jonathan Alter • 982 implied HN points • 25 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Political Figures Conspiracy Theories Public Health Political Campaigns
  1. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is running for President and could potentially be used by the right to attack Joe Biden.
  2. Despite his troubled past, Kennedy's candidacy is gaining some support, particularly from conservatives and younger voters.
  3. Kennedy's controversial views and history may make him a disruptive and polarizing figure in the upcoming election.

Crazy people do crazy things

The Dossier • 237 implied HN points • 03 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conspiracy Theories Terrorism Government Public Trust Radicalization
  1. People easily believe in big government conspiracies, but often these ideas come from bad reasoning and distrust. It's important to stay grounded and think clearly.
  2. Recent violent events show how crazy individuals can act for their own reasons, often connected to extremist views. Not every action is part of a broad conspiracy.
  3. It's smart to examine our assumptions and understand that not every crazy act is linked to a larger plot. Sometimes, troubled people just act out in unexpected ways.
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The banality of paranoia

White Hot Harlots • 219 implied HN points • 16 Apr 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conservatism Liberalism Conspiracy Theories Elections Political Discourse
  1. The article discusses how incoherent paranoia is not exclusive to conservatives, and how left-wing ideologies have also been associated with similar beliefs in the past.
  2. The text explores the evolving perceptions of masculinity and how cultural shifts have impacted ideologies over time.
  3. It highlights the universal trend of increasing distrust in established systems of power among conservatives and liberals, leading to a loss of faith in electoral politics and expert narratives.

Conspiracy Theorists and Coincidence Cultists

Contemplations on the Tree of Woe • 1425 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Conspiracy Theories Pop culture UFOs Ancient History Quantum Mechanics
  1. The term 'conspiracy theory' was created to mock critics of the Warren Commission's report on JFK's assassination.
  2. There is a divide between conspiracy theorists who see hidden cabalistic actions in major events and normies who believe in coincidences.
  3. Conspiracy theorists face the challenge of choosing which theories to believe and often entertain contradictory ideas.

Mysterious drones, 'loose nukes,' and baseless viral takes

The Dossier • 225 implied HN points • 16 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conspiracy Theories Media influence National Security Public Opinion
  1. Many people are struggling to think critically and use reason, especially when it comes to viral stories and conspiracy theories. It's important to question what we see and hear online.
  2. Claims about missing nuclear weapons and drones are often based on unreliable sources and lack evidence. We should be cautious of sensational statements without solid proof.
  3. There are many simple explanations for drone sightings, and they are not always linked to military activities or serious threats. It's crucial to look at the facts rather than jump to conclusions.

Censorship: How Does It Work?

Moly’s Substack • 334 implied HN points • 27 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Censorship Propaganda Conspiracy Theories Protests
  1. Censorship in China focuses on making the country look good, hiding negative information, and implying that other countries are just as bad.
  2. The Great Firewall of China is not very effective due to the widespread use of VPNs for accessing banned content.
  3. Chinese censorship also includes subtle methods, like controlling English education and promoting government-approved conspiracy theories.

kitten corner: late night conspiracies

bad cattitude • 220 implied HN points • 20 Nov 24
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Conspiracy Theories Media influence
  1. Pharmaceutical companies advertise heavily on TV, which seems unusual to some people. It makes you wonder why all the TV content is often in favor of these companies.
  2. The author expresses a sense of confusion about the relationship between media messaging and the interests of pharma companies.
  3. There's a hint of worry from the author about how working in this environment might be affecting their thoughts and perceptions.

Photo of the Day

Photo of the Day • 275 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Education Civil War Conspiracy Theories Government History
  1. Ulysses S. Grant emphasized the importance of universal public education for both Black and White children as vital for a republic's survival.
  2. Grant believed in the necessity of intelligence among citizens to maintain a republic, cautioning against ignorance, superstition, and ambition overtaking patriotism.
  3. Historians warn that with internet-driven conspiracy theories and cult fetishes influencing government, society is on the verge of a perilous situation.

Nihilism And McCarthyism Behind Media’s Trump-Russia Conspiracy Theories

Public • 407 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election interference Conspiracy Theories Russian Influence
  1. Media and Democratic politicians are pushing theories of Russian interference in US elections without substantial evidence.
  2. Allegations linking Russian government to disinformation and election interference lack concrete proof.
  3. There is growing concern about the FBI's involvement in spreading false information and disinformation to discredit certain groups.

Censorship Industrial Complex Leaders Were Also Behind Trump-Russia Collusion Hoax

Public • 404 implied HN points • 15 Dec 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Censorship Conspiracy Theories Election interference Propaganda
  1. There are connections between the leaders of the Censorship Industrial Complex and the Trump-Russia Collusion Hoax.
  2. The Cyber Threat Intelligence League (CTIL) was involved in censoring content on social media, with links to the Russian collusion narrative.
  3. Various individuals and groups, including Zetalytics and members of the Clinton campaign, were tied to promoting the Trump-Russia collusion narrative and engaging in disinformation activities.

Links and Thoughts (Feb '24)

Secretum Secretorum • 454 implied HN points • 21 Feb 24
📚 Literature Quotes Conspiracy Theories Conference Music
  1. Beautiful video pairings like "Wings of Desire" with Linda Perhacs' song; "Breathless" with "Time Moves Slow" by BADBADNOTGOOD evoke haunting beauty.
  2. The origin of "tree hugger" is surprisingly hardcore, stemming from the Khejarli massacre in 1730, where villagers protected sacred trees at all costs.
  3. Discover the word of the day - "Cacoethes" - an irresistible urge to do something inadvisable, along with an intriguing quote about presuming improvement.

Antisemitism permeates China’s internet after conflict broke out between Israel and Hamas

Wenhao’s news blog • 255 implied HN points • 11 Oct 23
🌍 World Politics Antisemitism China Israel Palestine Conspiracy Theories
  1. In the wake of conflict between Israel and Hamas, antisemitism has been spreading on China's internet.
  2. Despite Beijing's call for ending violence, Chinese netizens strongly support Palestine and express dislike towards Jews.
  3. Conspiracy theories about Jews controlling politics and wealth have perpetuated antisemitism on China's internet for years.

The 'October Surprise': Inside Carter's Grueling 1980 Iran Hostage Crisis

OLD GOATS with Jonathan Alter • 255 implied HN points • 19 Mar 23
💾 History Political History Conspiracy Theories
  1. The 'October Surprise' in 1980 involved efforts by Ronald Reagan's campaign manager to delay the release of American hostages until after the election.
  2. Despite the alleged interference, the hostages were eventually negotiated for release by Jimmy Carter in late 1980 and early 1981.
  3. The October Surprise theories extended to later scandals like Iran-Contra and involved complex international dealings that were closely intertwined.

Disinformation & Why People Believe It

The Digital Anthropologist • 19 implied HN points • 03 Jul 24
📰 News Disinformation Storytelling Conspiracy Theories Online Communities Critical Thinking
  1. Disinformation and misinformation are unintended consequences of the early days of the Digital Age, impacting societies globally.
  2. Disinformation often revolves around storytelling, with different groups creating narratives to shape their reality.
  3. The spread of disinformation is fueled by the rapid dissemination of stories in our hyperconnected world, highlighting the need for critical thinking skills in education.

How to Treat Conspiracy Theories

Going Awol • 79 implied HN points • 28 Feb 24
📖 Philosophy Conspiracy Theories
  1. Conspiracy theories should not be dismissed outright; some may hold merit.
  2. Initial suspicion towards conspiracy theories is reasonable, but diving deep into evidence is crucial.
  3. Fantastical claims and gamification within conspiracy theories are reasons to approach them cautiously.

LPJ, The Atlantic Monthly, Shadowland, and Child Sex Trafficking

Who is Robert Malone • 26 implied HN points • 30 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political Influence Media Criticism Public Health Child welfare Conspiracy Theories
  1. The author feels attacked by major media outlets like The Atlantic Monthly, believing they published misleading information about him. He describes this as a damaging hit piece that affected his reputation.
  2. There's a claim that child sex trafficking is a serious issue that many, including powerful individuals, downplay. The author connects media narratives with personal and political motivations.
  3. The piece suggests a connection between high-profile figures and the media, indicating potential influence over coverage of sensitive issues like child trafficking, raising questions about bias and truth in reporting.

Carmelo Pampillonio: Apophenic Realism

Do Not Research • 179 implied HN points • 24 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture Conspiracy Theories Media Studies
  1. The study delves into the world of conspiracy theories and how they are propagated in today's media landscape.
  2. Conspiracies like chemtrails and 5G illustrate people's desire to find hidden meanings in complex societal and technological issues.
  3. Conspiratorial thinking is often a means of holding those in power accountable and seeking a sense of empowerment.

Bizarre hypervaccinator from Magdeburg receives 217 Covid jabs over 29 months, finally achieves antibody levels necessary to prevent infection

eugyppius: a plague chronicle • 177 implied HN points • 06 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccination Immune System Medical Research Conspiracy Theories Public Health
  1. A man from Magdeburg received 217 Covid vaccine jabs over 29 months, showing that achieving high antibody levels can prevent infection, with no negative health effects reported by researchers.
  2. The man's peculiar vaccination pattern raised questions about the investigation, incomplete jab data, and the feasibility of receiving so many doses without detection.
  3. The bizarre story prompts speculation about potential conspiracy theories regarding the man's extensive vaccination history and the challenges of verifying such a unique case.

China accuses the US of developing weapons targeting the Chinese race

Wenhao’s news blog • 176 implied HN points • 12 May 23
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics National Security Conspiracy Theories International relations
  1. China accuses the US of developing genetically engineered weapons targeting specific races, including Chinese, European, and Middle Eastern
  2. The accusation is based on an old Chinese state media article from 20 years ago, not recent revelations by the Wall Street Journal as claimed
  3. Activist Tong Zeng has been linking various events, such as the SARS outbreak and Covid-19 pandemic, to alleged US biological warfare activities

The Nonzero Chance of the Zombie Apocalypse

Handwaving Freakoutery • 667 implied HN points • 26 Apr 23
🎭️ Culture Social media Artificial Intelligence Conspiracy Theories Current Events
  1. Zombies are fictional beings driven by a singular groupthink to spread their animus by attacking humans.
  2. Egregores, evolving groupthink entities on social media, may control human sense-making, leading to cancellation for those opposing them.
  3. There is concern that artificial intelligence may drive cultural wars and eventually turn individuals into soulless techno-zombies.

The Matrix as symptom

The Leftovers • 199 implied HN points • 04 Jan 23
🎭️ Culture Conspiracy Theories Ideology Cultural criticism Online Culture Alienation
  1. Fools convinced of a supposed revelation can be dangerous, leading to calamity if they believe they see hidden truths others can't.
  2. Conspiracy theories often oversimplify and focus on baroque explanations for obvious phenomena, when the real issues are visible to everyone.
  3. The Matrix, a movie from the '90s, is relevant even today as it symbolizes a collective alienation that still exists, highlighting society's struggles for credible answers.

HWFO Reading List, February 2024

Handwaving Freakoutery • 237 implied HN points • 21 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conspiracy Theories Policy Analysis Media influence Political Commentary
  1. The foundation of SETI uses the Drake Equation to estimate the existence of extraterrestrial life, similar to how an estimate could be made for the likelihood of someone shooting Trump.
  2. James Hankins' anti-diversity statement may signal shifts in ideologies and academic environments.
  3. Studies on topics such as car seat laws affecting fertility rates and brain structures defining self-perception shed light on various intriguing scientific findings.

Plandemic Amnesty: they give you empty apologies in exchange for your renewed vaccine compliance = $$$ sales

DrV’s Newsletter, Notes, Essays, Articles, Videos, and Book Chapters • 137 implied HN points • 13 Feb 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccines Public Health Conspiracy Theories
  1. Empty apologies in exchange for renewed vaccine compliance mean more sales
  2. Requests for amnesty aim to maintain power and avoid accountability
  3. The goal of 'pandemic amnesty' is to ensure blind obedience and compliance

Hunter Biden vs. the drive forensics

Cybersect • 137 implied HN points • 10 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Investigation Forensics Conspiracy Theories Technology Journalism
  1. To take a forensics image of Hunter Biden's laptop drive, a similar model MacBook Pro is needed with a non-standard hard-drive connector.
  2. Experts can provide inaccurate opinions when not directly involved or without thorough research.
  3. Asking techies to comment without detailed work can lead to biased conclusions and contribute to the spread of conspiracy theories.

2025 Predictions

The Corbett Report • 28 implied HN points • 12 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Predictions Climate Policy AI Impact Public Opinion Conspiracy Theories
  1. 2025 is expected to be a major year for AI, likely bringing an increase in AI-related news and developments. It's essential to stay informed about how AI is changing the landscape around us.
  2. There is a growing shift in public opinion against the climate crisis narratives, with people realizing the realities behind climate policies and backing away from extreme measures. This indicates a potential retreat from aggressive environmental agendas.
  3. There is hope for unity among various groups who believe in conspiracy realities. People are encouraged to come together, share ideas, and work towards freedom and solution-oriented actions.

CIA's 'Havana Syndrome' conspiracy implodes: Here are media's worst fake news stories

Geopolitical Economy Report • 438 implied HN points • 23 Jan 22
📰 News Conspiracy Theories US government Health Issues
  1. The CIA's 'Havana Syndrome' conspiracy has been deemed mass hysteria, with no evidence of foreign attacks on US spies or diplomats.
  2. Major corporate media outlets, including The New York Times, CNN, and BBC, spread the bogus conspiracy theory without verification.
  3. The extensive coverage reveals a pattern of mainstream media promoting baseless accusations against US adversaries to advance political agendas.

Dead Internet Theory

Brain Lenses • 58 implied HN points • 16 Jan 24
🕹 Technology AI Conspiracy Theories Social media Chatbots Artificial Intelligence
  1. A conspiracy theory suggests that the internet is dominated by automated messages and bots, pushing humans out of online conversations.
  2. The increasing presence of AI-generated content raises concerns about overwhelming human-produced content and potential communication difficulties.
  3. There are worries that excessive AI content may lead to decreased human interaction on online platforms.