The Bunker – News without the nonsense How the QAnon conspiracy theory wrecked families and ruined lives
Aug 30, 2024
Jesselyn Cook, a journalist and author, sheds light on the devastating impact of the QAnon conspiracy in her new book. She discusses how this theory has fractured families and altered relationships, often pulling loved ones into a 'mirror world'. Jesselyn shares personal stories that reveal the emotional needs driving belief in QAnon and explores the difficulties of deprogramming those ensnared by these conspiracies. The podcast highlights the necessity of empathy, open communication, and media literacy to heal the wounds inflicted by such toxic ideologies.
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