What’s the difference between a conspiracy theory and gossip? When does joking around about Kate Middleton’s abduction turn into something much darker? Are women actually more susceptible to contemporary conspiracy theories — or are we just finally paying attention to it? Cristen Conger, host of the new podcast Conspiracy, She Wrote joins me to talk about Taylor Swift’s evil twin, Beyoncé’s illuminati connections, Katie Holmes getting impregnated by Scientology aliens, sex trafficking panics, and how to talk to someone when they start directing a conspiracy theory your way. We go deep down the wormhole in this one, friends, but I think you’re gonna love it.
Show Notes:
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The Present and Past of NICOLE KIDMAN (with Sam Sanders!)
Midwest [Dad] Masculinity / Tim Walz Memedom
What Happened to the Summer Blockbuster?
The new Gladiator + Paul Mescal JUST GENERALLY
Explaining trends on BookTok
Why does it feel like thrifting sucks now
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For today’s discussion: What do you think leads particular groups towards conspiracy theories? Is my ‘women don’t know how to explain patriarchy’ theory full of shit? Let’s talk about it!
