Conspiracy Theories

Have you ever heard someone claim that the moon landing was faked? Or that JFK was shot by someone other than Lee Harvey Oswald? These are some of the most commonly-believed conspiracy theories out there, but there are many!

Conspiracy theories have been around for ages, but digital media spreads them farther and faster than ever before. A conspiracy theory can’t be disproved, which makes them a very persistent source of misinformation.

Conspiracy theories are persistent and persuasive by design. They prey on our desires to be ‘in the know' and part of a group. You’re not dumb if you fall for one of them! But some tips and tricks can help you spot them.

Pause the audio track now to read more about how to identify a conspiracy theory, and how to talk with a friend or loved one who believes one. Press play when you’re ready to continue.

Conspiracy theories can be pretty tricky, can’t they? It’s important to learn how to dismantle one because theories like these create distrust toward credible authorities and expert information. They make us wonder who we can trust and make us more susceptible to the next one.

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