Behind the Bastards

Part Four: A Complete History of the Illuminati

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Mar 2, 2023
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Satiric Chaos Religion Created

  • Kerry Thornley and Greg Hill created Principia Discordia as a satiric religion based on chaos and the Greek goddess Eris.
  • They mixed conspiracy theory with humor to parody secret societies and underground cults.
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Welch Shapes Right-Wing Conspiracies

  • Robert Welch of the John Birch Society popularized conspiracism linking the Illuminati to communism, liberals, and the 'insiders.'
  • This framing seeded right-wing conspiracy culture blending Illuminati, communists, and liberals into one grand conspiracy.
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Principia Discordia's Illuminati Satire

  • Principia Discordia satirizes secret societies by fake ads to join the Illuminati with absurd requirements and warnings.
  • It cleverly blends conspiracy history with humor poking fun at real cults and mass media.
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