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Birds aren't real? How a conspiracy takes flight | Peter McIndoe

TED Talks Daily

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Crafting a Satire: The Conspiracy of Birds as Drones

This chapter explores a satirical movement led by an individual feigning leadership in a conspiracy theory that claims birds are surveillance drones. Through their unique journey, they highlight themes of media gullibility and the growing prevalence of conspiracy theories in modern society.

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