Ong's Hat and Weaponized ARG's: A Conversation w Joseph Matheny, Ong's Hat Creator & Transmedia Artist

Joseph Matheny, a pioneering transmedia artist and the mastermind behind Ong's Hat, dives into the impact of 'weaponized' alternative reality games. He explores how narratives can manipulate perceptions in the digital age, especially concerning conspiracy theories like QAnon. Matheny discusses the roots of Ong's Hat in the 1980s and reflects on the evolution of immersive art. He also highlights the psychological dynamics of cults and the influence of thinkers like Robert Anton Wilson, encouraging critical thinking to combat mental enslavement.