Behind the Bastards It Could Happen Here Weekly 198
Sep 6, 2025
Raven, a journalist from Unraveled in Chicago, dives into the murky waters of political conspiracies and grassroots movements. They discuss how the 2020 uprisings reshaped narratives and the rise of both left and right-wing conspiracy theories, notably 'Blue Anon'. The conversation highlights the challenges of reporting amidst misinformation, especially regarding ICE's presence in Chicago. Raven emphasizes community resistance against oppressive tactics and how local activism intersects with broader political dynamics, all while stressing the urgency of truthful dialogue.
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How Consensus Reality Breaks
- Conspiracy thinking spreads when consensus reality fractures and becomes entertainingly plausible.
- Garrison Davis argues that disbelief often loses to belief because conspiracies are more emotionally compelling.
Blue Anon Is A Pattern, Not A Theory
- Blue Anon denotes a pattern, not a single theory: liberals adopt conspiratorial methods and functions similar to QAnon.
- Garrison Davis highlights methodology and function as the key parallels rather than exact content.
Immediate 'Staged' Claims After Shooting
- Viral posts claiming Trump's assassination attempt was staged surged immediately after the shooting and amplified on social platforms.
- Garrison Davis and Mia Wong played clips of rally attendees and online videos that spread 'staged' narratives.
