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The Mandela Effect
- The Mandela Effect is a phenomenon where many believe false information.
- It highlights how shared false memories spread, blurring reality's lines.
Sinbad's "Shazam"
- The "Shazam" film starring Sinbad exemplifies the Mandela Effect.
- Many vividly recall this movie, yet it never existed, raising questions about shared false memories.
Memes as Cultural Genes
- Memes function like cultural genes, spreading rapidly within populations.
- This explains how false information, like the misremembered "Luke, I am your father" quote, propagates.