

170: The Age of Insurrection (w/David Neiwert)
Sep 7, 2023
David Neiwert, journalist and author, discusses the current state of American society, conspiracy theories, and the rise of extremism. Topics include the Trump presidency, COVID-19, QAnon, the January 6th insurrection, legal consequences for spreading conspiracies, far-right extremism, white nationalism in politics, declining religious belief, and the connection between conspiracy theories and fascist ideologies.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Exploring the State of American Society and the Rise of Extremism
04:28 • 3min
Confronting Far-Right Extremism and Conspiracy Theories
07:21 • 21min
Contrasting Trends of Science, Religion, and Philosophy
28:37 • 2min
Conspiracy Theories and the Rise of Far-Right Extremism
30:33 • 18min
Standing Up Against Threats to Democracy
48:45 • 6min
Distorted Patriotism and Anti-Democratic Beliefs
54:27 • 21min
Recognizing and Fighting Far-Right Extremism in America
01:15:51 • 3min