Valerie Gilbert

Kevin Roose, a New York Times technology columnist, engages with Valerie Gilbert, a devoted QAnon believer, to unpack the aftermath of Joe Biden's inauguration. They discuss the bewilderment faced by followers as their predictions crumble. Gilbert shares her emotional struggle with disillusionment and the challenges of reconciling reality after deep immersion in conspiracy theories. The conversation dives into the psychological toll of unmet expectations and the relentless hope some maintain in their belief systems, even in the face of glaring contradictions.