Shawn Gilmore

Aki Peritz, a former CIA counterterrorism analyst, discusses the stark differences between fictional 'stringboards' and real investigative practices. Shawn Gilmore, a scholar documenting the trope, highlights its array of representations in media. They explore how these boards act as both insight tools and symbols of obsession, tracing their cultural evolution from early cinematic representations to their contemporary presence. Aki argues against their practicality in real investigations, while Shawn notes their role in conspiracy movements, showing how fiction shapes public perception of investigative methods.