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The Great Fortean Taylor Swift Conspiracy

Paul Giamatti’s CHINWAG with Stephen Asma

CHAPTER

Fentanyl Fear and Social Myths

This chapter explores the panic surrounding fentanyl, examining police reports of contact overdoses and connecting symptoms to anxiety rather than the drug. It discusses how societal fears shape exaggerated narratives, including urban legends about crime and health, and delves into the interplay of myth and reality. The conversation further touches on paranormal phenomena, drone sightings, and the credibility of various explanations, highlighting a fascination with the unknown in modern society.

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