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Conspiracy Theories Exploring The Unseen

Michael Fortune

The act of conspiring an evil, unlawful, treacherous, or surreptitious plan formulated in secret by two or more persons; plot. A combination of persons for a secret, unlawful, or evil purpose. An agreement by two or more persons to commit a crime, fraud, or other wrongful act, any concurrence in action; combination in bringing about a given result.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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2:33

Visibility Metrics vs. Real-World Outcomes

Conspiracy Theories Exploring The Unseen ·

2025/08/31

Visibility Metrics vs. Real-World Outcomes1. Visibility MetricsDefinition: Quantifiable signals of being seen — likes, shares, followers, impressions, views.Logic: If it’s visible, it’s valuable. If it’s invisible, it doesn’t matter.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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2:07

Clicks vs. Truth in Media

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2025/08/31

Clicks versus Truth in MediaThe Allure of ClicksMedia platforms are engineered to maximize engagement through sensational headlines, eye-catching visuals, and emotionally charged framing.Engagement-driven algorithms prioritize content that elicits strong reactions—outrage, fear, or schadenfreude—over measured analysis.Metrics like click-through rate (CTR), time on page, and social shares become the primary signals of success, steering editorial choices toward what “performs,” not what’s

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2:17

The Cultural Inversion of Surveillance

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2025/08/31

“The cultural inversion of surveillance means that what was once punishment — being watched — has become our aspiration. We no longer fear the gaze. We chase it.”Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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2:05

Visibility Conspiracy

Conspiracy Theories Exploring The Unseen ·

2025/08/31

When visibility becomes the primary currency, we trade our capacity for self-direction and private decision-making in exchange for the fleeting approval of an audience.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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2:01

Fashionable Surveillance

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2025/08/31

“Surveillance is no longer hidden in the shadows — it’s walking the runway.” Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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2:54

Election Conspiracy

Conspiracy Theories Exploring The Unseen ·

2025/08/31

Executive Actions and Legal OverreachOn his first day in office, President Trump issued blanket pardons for January 6 defendants who sought to overturn the 2020 results, signaling that challenges to democratic outcomes would face no federal penalty.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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4:24

Surveillance Chic

Conspiracy Theories Exploring The Unseen ·

2025/08/30

“Surveillance as Fashion” hits right at the intersection of aesthetics and control.Surveillance as Fashion 1. When Surveillance Becomes WearableSmartwatches, earbuds, and AR glasses don’t just monitor; they signal status.Health trackers sell surveillance as self-care.Fashion collabs with tech brands make being tracked look aspirational.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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4:18

School Shootings Conspiracy

Conspiracy Theories Exploring The Unseen ·

2025/08/30

Firearms are now the leading cause of death for children and teens in the United States, a grim reality unmatched by any other major industrialized nation. Beyond lives lost, every incident erodes students’ sense of safety, undermines trust in institutions, and imposes long-lasting psychological trauma on survivors and witnesses.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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1:42

Trans Conspiracy

Conspiracy Theories Exploring The Unseen ·

2025/08/30

In the immediate aftermath of the Annunciation Catholic School shooting, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and several GOP lawmakers rushed to blame transgender identity for the tragedy. Greene posted on X that “today’s evil church school shooter was a trans who was likely groomed and transitioned as a teenager,” despite no evidence linking the shooter’s gender identity to the act of violence.Become a supporter of this podcast:

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3:54

Starvation Conspiracy in Gaza

Conspiracy Theories Exploring The Unseen ·

2025/08/30

The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) has declared a “worst-case scenario” of famine unfolding across the Gaza Strip as of July 29, 2025. Every resident—approximately 2.1 million people—is experiencing severe food shortages, with nearly half a million in catastrophic hunger and malnutrition conditions.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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1:15

Invasive is Rebranded

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2025/08/29

The Invasive RebrandedFrom Threat to LifestyleWhat once felt intrusive — microphones in our homes, GPS on our phones, biometric scans at airports — is now branded as convenience. Instead of “being tracked,” we’re told it’s “seamless,” “personalized,” or “smart.”Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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3:42

Surveillance is Control

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2025/08/29

“Surveillance is no longer extraordinary—it’s ordinary. What once felt like the domain of spy thrillers and government black sites is now part of daily life. From the apps in our pockets to the drones in our skies, being watched has quietly become the backdrop of modern existence.”Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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2:18

Power Conspiracy

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2025/08/29

The weaponization of minor acts under authoritarian policing is a hallmark of regimes seeking control through fear, surveillance, and symbolic punishment. It’s not just about law enforcement—it’s about turning everyday behavior into a battleground for power.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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2:05

Affective Computing

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2025/08/29

Affective computing is the quiet engine behind a new kind of emotional capitalism—where machines simulate empathy not to connect, but to convert.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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2:52

Edmotional Engineering

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2025/08/29

Algorithms are no longer passive tools. They’ve evolved into emotional agitators—learning your triggers, exploiting your patterns, and feeding you content that keeps your limbic system on high alert.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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2:28

Outrage For Sale

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2025/08/29

Outrage for Sale”: How Conspiracies Became Click CurrencyEmotional Economics in ActionSocial media platforms have weaponized outrage. Their algorithms prioritize content that triggers strong emotions—fear, anger, tribal loyalty—because those emotions drive engagement. And engagement drives ad revenue.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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4:23

Symbolism Over Substance

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2025/08/29

Symbolism Over Substance: Executive Myth-MakingConcept OverviewPresidential power in modern politics often extends far beyond policy or governance. Leaders increasingly cultivate myths of authority — shaping themselves into symbols rather than administrators. This is executive myth-making: the transformation of political figures into icons, brands, or saviors, often masking institutional erosion or policy failures with spectacle.Become a supporter of this podcast:

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2:29

The Spectacle State

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2025/08/29

The Spectacle State refers to a mode of governance where state power is enacted through performance rather than substance. Think press conferences over policy briefings, militarized photo ops instead of community engagement, and viral moments replacing legislative nuance.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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2:43

Clickbait Democracy

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2025/08/29

Clickbait democracy refers to the way engagement-driven algorithms shape political discourse. Platforms reward content that provokes, polarizes, and performs—regardless of its truth, nuance, or civic value. The result? A system where emotional reaction replaces informed participation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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2:38

Manufactured Consent

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2025/08/28

Manufactured consent in digital spaces isn’t just a theory; it’s the operating system of the modern web. It’s how platforms, governments, and corporations engineer agreement without awareness, turning participation into performance.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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