The Nick Bryant Podcast The Last American Road Trip with Sarah Kendzior
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Mar 14, 2025 
Sarah Kendzior, a bestselling author known for her insightful works on corruption and civil society, dives deep into intriguing themes. She discusses the rise of conspiracy theories and their roots in societal manipulation. Kendzior also tackles the complex controversies surrounding the Epstein case, linking it to broader issues of trust and transparency. The conversation touches on government surveillance's impact on rights and parenting in a digital age, as well as the evolution of political disillusionment through America's troubled historical narrative.
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Conspiracies Often Silenced
- The book 'They Knew' discusses how real conspiracies are dismissed as wild theories, stifling public awareness and accountability.
- This leads to complacency and ignorance about governmental corruption and societal threats.
Conspiracies Are Real and Hidden
- Conspiracies have historically been real and executed by wealthy, connected elites.
- The rise of censorship, paywalls, and AI-generated content threatens public access to truth and investigative journalism.
'Conspiracy Theorist' as a Tool
- The CIA deliberately invented the term 'conspiracy theorist' to discredit and stigmatize skeptics.
- This tactic serves to suppress legitimate inquiry and protect powerful institutions from exposure.
