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The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg
Rothschild Abuse
Nov 15, 2023
Mike Rothschild, an author and expert on conspiracy theories, joins Jonah to discuss the fallacies behind conspiracy theories like Pizzagate and the Rothschilds' supposed lease on Israel. They explore the reasons people subscribe to conspiracy theories and the role of social media in spreading them. The podcast also highlights the dangerous consequences of conspiracy theories, such as antisemitism.
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- Conspiracy theories like QAnon gain traction by providing a sense of unity and explanation for individuals dissatisfied with the world.
- Anti-Semitic narratives can evolve from conspiracy theories when individuals believe in a dark cabal, like a Jewish cabal, funding and controlling the conspiracy.
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Overview of the Rothschilds and their history
The Rothschilds were a German Jewish banking family that emerged in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. They started as money changers in the Frankfurt Jewish ghetto and eventually rose to become court Jews to the crown prince of Hess. They expanded their wealth by funding the Napoleonic Wars and later invested in railroads, mines, and other businesses. The family became highly influential and wealthy, known as the kings of Jews in Europe.
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