The Daily Show: Ears Edition Replay | Voter Fraud, Italian Satellites and... Marla Maples? | Jordan Klepper Fingers the Conspiracy
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Aug 22, 2025 
Join Eric LeVay, a digital research analyst known for his work on conspiracy theories, alongside Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro, who’s triumphed over Trump legally, and Dahlia Lithwick, a Supreme Court expert. They dive into the outlandish 'ItalyGate' theory suggesting Italian satellites rigged the 2020 election. The team hilariously debunks outrageous claims while addressing voter integrity and misinformation. They also touch on the repercussions of conspiracy theories and ongoing Supreme Court cases that shape democratic rights.
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How Outlandish Theories Gain Traction
- Italygate exemplifies how elaborate, implausible narratives can gain political traction despite weak evidence.
- Conspiracy theories spread when high-profile figures amplify them, not because they're credible.
Strange Source Interaction Raises Doubts
- Eric LeVay recounts contacting Maria Strollo Zak and getting an odd phone response that raised credibility doubts.
- That interaction illustrated how murky sources and performative media tactics prop up conspiracies.
Fake Mansion Footage Used As Credibility
- Michelle Roosevelt Edwards used a mansion in footage that wasn't actually hers, confusing the homeowner.
- That incident showed how false appearances were curated to bolster credibility.
