The Hitler Hoax | 145
Scamfluencers
00:00
The Illusion of Authenticity
This chapter explores the lavish lifestyle of an individual caught in a hoax surrounding Hitler's diaries, as skepticism rises among peers regarding the documents’ authenticity. It highlights the ethical dilemmas faced by a publishing team torn between the allure of media exposure and the integrity of historical journalism. Tension escalates as an expert is tasked with evaluating the diaries, grappling with discrepancies and the mounting pressure from the press.
Transcript
Play full episode
