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The Michael Shermer Show

Michael Shermer Reflects on the Trump Assassination Attempt

Jul 17, 2024
55:30
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Author and founder of The Skeptics Society, Michael Shermer, explores the conspiracy theories surrounding the Trump assassination attempt. They discuss reasons why such theories gain traction, cognitive factors like proportionality bias and patternicity, and emphasize the Conspiracism Principle. Reflecting on historical assassination attempts and examining rationality vs. irrational beliefs.
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  • Conspiracy theories surrounding the Trump assassination attempt highlight cognitive biases and pattern-seeking behavior.
  • Examining past presidential assassination attempts offers insights into lone actor motives and historical patterns.

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Assassination Attempt on President Trump and Its Aftermath

The podcast episode delves into the attempted assassination of President Trump, highlighting the intriguing reactions and implications that followed. A detailed account of the event is provided, discussing the shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, and the surrounding circumstances. The episode explores various conspiracy theories that emerged post-incident and reflects on the impact of this event on politics and public perception.

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