AI-powered
podcast player
Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features
Here's Where It Gets Interesting
Jewish Space Lasers, QAnon, and Two Centuries of Conspiracy Theories with Mike Rothschild
Oct 4, 2023
Journalist and conspiracy theorist expert, Mike Rothschild, discusses the history of conspiracy theories rooted in anti-Semitism, including the Rothschild family's involvement as bankers to European royalty. The podcast explores the origins of anti-Semitic sentiments, the connection between QAnon and anti-Semitic tropes, and the role of influential figures in shaping public opinion regarding conspiracy theories. It also debunks misconceptions surrounding conspiracy theories involving Jewish space lasers and George Soros.
41:08
Episode guests
AI Summary
AI Chapters
Episode notes
Podcast summary created with Snipd AI
Quick takeaways
- Many modern conspiracy theories are rooted in the same antisemitic rhetoric and accusations that have been present for centuries.
- Conspiracy theories often target successful groups, such as Jews, by portraying their achievements as unnatural and part of a secretive agenda.
Deep dives
The Origins and Power of the Rothschild Family
The Rothschild family, originally from Frankfurt, Germany, rose to prominence as bankers to European royalty. They quickly amassed wealth and power, leading to the creation of conspiracy theories and anti-Semitism.
Get the Snipd
podcast app
Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
AI-powered
Discover
highlights
Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode
Save any
moment
Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways
Share
& Export
Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more
AI-powered
podcast player
Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features
Discover
highlights
Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode