Inside the Conspiracy Mind: History, Belief, and Harm

Logosofia no Dia a Dia · May 25, 2026 · 28m

Why do conspiracy theories persist in an age of information? This episode unpacks the psychology, history, and real-world impact of conspiratorial thinking. From ancient Rome to the Flat Earth International Conference, we explore why our brains are wired for these narratives, whether education actually protects us, and the damage these beliefs can cause. We examine the blood libel, the Illuminati panic, and modern data from Pew Research to understand what makes these stories so sticky—and why facts alone rarely break the spell. Episode 3087 — myweirdprompts.com/n/3087 (permanent short link…