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Offline with Jon Favreau

Trump’s TikTok Edge and Why Birds May or May Not Be Real

Jun 2, 2024
Peter McIndoe, Birds Aren’t Real founder, discusses the allure of conspiracy theories and the impact of false realities. They also explore TikTok's influence on the election, Google's comical search results, and the 'Birds Aren't Real' movement's growth. The conversation delves into the power of social media activism and mobilizing young people for advocacy.
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  • The Birds Aren't Real Movement blends anti-surveillance and animal rights activism to showcase birds as innocent victims of government poisoning.
  • The accidental start of the movement as a joke post-Trump's election sparked curiosity and inquiries, evolving into a satirical yet captivating movement.

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The Birds Aren't Real Movement: A Blend of Anti-Surveillance and Animal Rights Advocacy

The Birds Aren't Real Movement originated from a blend of anti-surveillance and animal rights activism. Believing that the US government systematically killed over 12 billion birds from 1959 to 2001 using a poisonous toxin, the movement aims to showcase the plight of birds as innocent victims. Starting in 1976, the movement unites activists who oppose surveillance and animal cruelty, aiming to highlight the hidden agendas within the government.

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