Paul Giamatti’s CHINWAG with Stephen Asma The Great Fortean Taylor Swift Conspiracy
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Dec 18, 2024 In this intriguing discussion, Ian Simmons, News Editor of Fortean Times, delves into the peculiar world of conspiracies and urban legends. The trio covers bizarre topics such as Taylor Swift’s rumored occult links and sightings of giant rabbits. They explore the implications of misinformation, the eerie Havana Syndrome, and the zany antics of the KLF. From phantom jetpacks to the curious behavior of drones, they unravel how contemporary fears and folklore shape our perceptions of reality. It's a bizarre journey through the uncanny!
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Conspiracy Culture Shift
- Conspiracy theories used to be fun, like the "we didn't go to the moon" narrative.
- They have become menacing, reviving old prejudices and hateful ideologies.
KLF Antics
- Bill Drummond, after designing the set for "Illuminatus," formed several bands, including the KLF.
- The KLF became incredibly successful, engaging in stunts like burning a million pounds and mock machine-gunning an audience.
Bunny Man of Fairfax County
- A man in a bunny suit terrorized Fairfax County, Virginia, in 1970 by throwing hatchets and threatening people.
- Though never caught, the "Bunny Man" became an urban legend, inspiring numerous similar stories.