Exploring Radicalization and Personal Narratives

This chapter features a discussion with a guest about the documentary 'Dear Kelly,' which investigates the impact of QAnon and Trump's propaganda through the lens of individual experiences. The conversation centers on a specific case study of Kelly J. Patriot, illustrating how personal struggles and societal factors contribute to radicalization. Themes of class mobility, identity, and the psychological ramifications of financial hardship are explored, shedding light on the complexities behind extremist ideologies.