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The UFO craze was created by government nepotism and incompetent journalism

The Intrinsic Perspective • 18042 implied HN points • 09 Jun 23
🔬 Science UFOs Journalism Government Conspiracy Theories Media
  1. Conspiracy theories thrive in today's society due to declining trust in traditional institutions.
  2. Journalists promoting fake conspiracy theories for clicks diminishes overall skepticism and credibility.
  3. The UFO craze is influenced by government funding, key figures like Harry Reid, and media sensationalism, rather than substantial evidence.

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.

From War Of The Worlds To Laurence Rockefeller’s Disclosure Project Part 1: A Century Of UFO Psyops Exposed

Matt Ehret's Insights • 1041 implied HN points • 21 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics UFOs Disclosure Propaganda Global Governance
  1. Major governmental and space agencies are now openly discussing alien disclosure.
  2. There is a history of using psychological operations (PsyOps) to manipulate beliefs and perceptions.
  3. Past events like the War of the Worlds broadcast show how media can influence public perceptions.
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The Galactic Quarantine

ᴋʟᴀᵾs • 471 implied HN points • 06 Jun 23
🔬 Science UFOs Extraterrestrial Life Evolution
  1. The zoo hypothesis suggests a scenario where a more advanced intelligence has isolated or quarantined the planet, similar to animals in a zoo.
  2. Civilizations may rise and fall based on genetic selection, with humans being perceived as 'angry apes' by more advanced species.
  3. Encounters with UFOs and potentially non-human beings could be viewed in the context of a 'farm' or 'nature preserve' scenario, where humans are studied or observed by a superior intelligence.

The Magnet 75

The Magnet • 334 implied HN points • 21 Feb 23
🔬 Science UFOs Cognitive Biases Advertising
  1. The U.S. has shot down 4 unidentified aerial objects recently.
  2. Baader-Meinhof phenomenon involves suddenly noticing something more often after learning about it.
  3. Pitted Windshield Panic of 1954 was caused by normal driving conditions, not cosmic threats.

UFOs

The Leftovers • 139 implied HN points • 12 Feb 23
🎭️ Culture Aliens UFOs
  1. UFOs are believed to arrive in the United States, chasing the American Dream.
  2. Aliens, like God, seem to have a fondness for America.
  3. The post discusses UFOs as a material proof of alien love for the United States.

There's a UFO in My Garage

Skeptic • 61 implied HN points • 27 Jul 23
🔬 Science Extraterrestrial Life Skepticism UFOs Evidence
  1. The public frenzy over UFOs and UAPs is increasing due to recent congressional hearings.
  2. It's important to approach extraordinary claims with skepticism and demand evidence for beliefs in aliens or UFOs.
  3. Being open-minded but skeptical is key when evaluating claims about extraterrestrial intelligence and UFO sightings.

Neil deGrasse Tyson is a terrible spokesperson for scientists

Machine Learning Everything • 7 HN points • 19 Jul 23
🔬 Science Physics Philosophy Empiricism Interview UFOs
  1. Neil deGrasse Tyson's arrogance and lack of curiosity make him a poor spokesperson for scientists.
  2. Tyson dismisses the role of philosophy in physics over the last century, leading to a contentious interview.
  3. Tyson's defensiveness, arrogance, and focus on trivial facts overshadow meaningful discussions on important scientific topics.