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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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1:43

Disinformation and Narrative Architecture

Conspiracy Theories Exploring The Unseen ·

2025/10/10

Neil Sadler’s 2025 paper in Communication Theory reframes disinformation through a “hermeneutic realist” lens:“Stories disclose realities rather than simply reflect them.” This means even accurate content can be ethically or referentially problematic if it’s woven into a misleading narrative arc. Disinformation isn’t just what’s said — it’s how it’s framed, sequenced, and felt source.Become a supporter of this podcast:

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1:50

Narrative Sabotage_ The Role of AI

Conspiracy Theories Exploring The Unseen ·

2025/10/10

1. What Is Narrative Sabotage?It’s not just lying — it’s rewriting the emotional arc of a story to manipulate belief and behavior.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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2:02

Narrative Framing and Disinformation

Conspiracy Theories Exploring The Unseen ·

2025/10/10

“Stories disclose realities rather than simply reflect them.” This means even accurate content can be ethically or referentially problematic if it’s woven into a misleading narrative arc. Disinformation isn’t just what’s said — it’s how it’s framed, sequenced, and felt source.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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4:06

Erosion of Trust from Shutdown Threats

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2025/10/10

Psychological Impact of Repeated Shutdown Threats on Public Trust. Erosion of Institutional TrustBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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1:53

The Dynamics of Power_ Silence and Strategy

Conspiracy Theories Exploring The Unseen ·

2025/10/10

Spectacle: Televised hearings, viral outrage clips, meme politics.The CostThe more power operates through Silence, Strategy, and Spectacle,The less democracy depends on truth, and the more it depends on attentionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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1:32

Framing Dysfunction_ The Impact of Disinformation...

Conspiracy Theories Exploring The Unseen ·

2025/10/10

The Paradox of PowerGovernments often wear two hats:Instigators of disinformation, using propaganda to consolidate controlRegulators of disinformation, passing laws that claim to fight falsehoods but often muzzle dissent, as explored at Perry World House, create a feedback loop: disinformation justifies censorship, and censorship conceals disinformation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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3:37

AI and the Creation of Conspiracies

Conspiracy Theories Exploring The Unseen ·

2025/10/07

AI isn’t just used to debunk conspiracies. It’s increasingly being used to create them, amplify them, and make them feel realBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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7:09

AI and Censorship Concerns

Conspiracy Theories Exploring The Unseen ·

2025/10/07

Beliefs & Concerns. AI (or platforms using AI) suppresses or censors certain viewpointsThe belief: AI models or content-moderation algorithms will “silence” dissenting perspectives, especially on politically sensitive topics, by refusing to show them, downranking them, or labeling them as disallowed.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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2:52

The Algorithmic Trap_ How Social Media Prioritizes...

Conspiracy Theories Exploring The Unseen ·

2025/10/06

Distortion isn’t a side effect—it’s the product. The Algorithmic EngineSocial platforms are built to maximize time-on-site, not accuracy. Their core metric? Engagement—likes, shares, comments, watch time.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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2:48

Echo Chamber Effect

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2025/10/06

When engagement replaces truth, distortion becomes profitable.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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1:08

AI Hallucinations in Real-World Contexts

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2025/10/06

“AI hallucinations represent a distinct form of misinformation requiring new frameworks of interpretation.”Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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1:14

Conspiracy and Polarization Dynamics

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2025/10/06

Identity over evidence: People align with stories that affirm their group’s worldview, even if the facts don’t hold up. Distrust as fuel: When media, government, or science are seen as corrupt or elitist, alternative narratives gain traction.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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2:16

Debunking the Great Replacement Theory

Conspiracy Theories Exploring The Unseen ·

2025/10/06

Great Replacement theory—which falsely claims that immigration is part of a deliberate plan to “replace” white populations in Western countries with nonwhite, often Muslim, immigrants. These ideas have been widely debunked by scholars, journalists, and fact-checkers, but they continue to circulate in political rhetoric, media, and extremist movements.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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3:18

Faith-Based Legislation Debate

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2025/10/06

In a democracy, policy should emerge from reasoned debate and a shared understanding of interests. Faith-based legislation, however, replaces evidence with revelation — invoking divine sanction to settle political questions.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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4:32

Theocracy Isn't Democracy

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2025/10/06

Theocracy Isn’t Democracy. Democracy is built on pluralism — the idea that many beliefs coexist under equal law. Theocracy, by contrast, fuses political power with divine authority, declaring one moral code as absolute.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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2:01

Algorithmic Morality & Freedom

Conspiracy Theories Exploring The Unseen ·

2025/10/06

In the algorithmic age, morality is no longer an internal compass — it’s an external metric. Governments, platforms, and corporations are increasingly using behavioral surveillance to define what is considered “good,” “safe,” or “appropriate.”Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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2:12

Religious Governance

Conspiracy Theories Exploring The Unseen ·

2025/10/06

Religious governance refers to the integration of religious doctrine into the structures, laws, and operations of government. While some argue this restores moral clarity, critics warn it undermines pluralism, civil rights, and democratic principles. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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2:27

The Three Pillars of AI Accountability

Conspiracy Theories Exploring The Unseen ·

2025/10/06

Algorithmic accountability means being able to trace how a decision was made, test whether it’s fair and reliable, and offer redress when it’s wrong. It’s the democratic equivalent of a chain of command — ensuring that power exercised through code remains accountable to peopleBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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3:03

Project 2025_ A Conservative Roadmap

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2025/10/06

Formally titled “Mandate for Leadership: The Conservative Promise”, Project 2025 is a policy roadmap developed by the Heritage Foundation and over 100 conservative organizations. It outlines sweeping changes for a future conservative presidencyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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1:34

Strategic Spectacle_ Conflict as Theater

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2025/10/04

Proponents argue that recent military actions and diplomatic breakdowns between Israel, Iran, and the U.S. follow a predictable arc: provocation, retaliation, media frenzy, and economic fallout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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