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Breaking History

Why We Can't Escape JFK Conspiracy Theories

Feb 19, 2025
The podcast dives into the cultural impact of the 1991 film JFK, revealing how it brought conspiracy theories about the assassination into the mainstream. It explores the public skepticism towards official narratives and highlights the role of figures like Oliver Stone in shaping perceptions. Various theories are dissected, including involvement from the U.S. government and the chaos following the event. With government transparency questions at play, the discussion leaves listeners contemplating the elusive nature of truth in history.
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Quick takeaways

  • Oliver Stone's film JFK profoundly influenced American perceptions of the assassination, mainstreaming conspiracy theories and questioning government narratives.
  • Ongoing concerns about governmental transparency regarding JFK's assassination reveal deep-seated public skepticism and a relentless pursuit of hidden truths.

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