The Long Seventies Podcast The Illuminatus! Trilogy by Robert Anton Wilson & Robert Shea
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Sep 15, 2019 Delve into the twisted world of The Illuminatus! Trilogy by Shea and Wilson, filled with conspiracies, sex, drugs, Atlantis, and talking dolphins. Explore the origins of the Bavarian Illuminati and the mystical significance of the number 23. Unravel complex narrative structures, time travel, and the impact of conspiracy theories on society. Reflect on libertarianism, hidden fears, and the evolution of news media in the 'long 70s'.
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Lee Harvey Oswald's Colorful Career
- Lee Harvey Oswald worked for the Gestapo and Communist Underground simultaneously.
- He manipulated both sides so well he avoided repercussions after the war.
The Rise of Conspiracy Thinking
- The breakdown of tradition and increased exposure to subjective ideas led to epistemological uncertainty.
- This fueled increased conspiracy thinking and a rise in best-selling conspiracy books.
The CIA and Conspiracy Theorists
- One conspiracy theory alleges the CIA labeled people "conspiracy theorists" to discredit them.
- This aimed to deflect attention from actual CIA activities, some later proven true.