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Join Ariel Bogle, a technology and law reporter, and Cam Wilson, an acclaimed journalist on internet culture, as they delve into the fascinating world of conspiracy theories. They discuss how the internet fuels these beliefs, particularly during the pandemic, and illuminate Australia's unique role. From the evolution of fan culture to the impact of social media on societal discourse, their insights reveal how online communities can both connect and isolate. They also tackle the challenge of empathy towards those with conspiratorial views amid rising skepticism.

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Please consider buying us a coffee or subscribing to a membership to help keep Centennial World's weekly podcasts going! Every single dollar goes back into this business🩷 https://buymeacoffee.com/centennialworldThe biggest stories on the internet from August 11th, 2025.Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:37 Close Friends1:54 Tana & Brooke feud over 'Cancelled' archive5:34 Liv Schmidt vs. Carly Weinstein9:12 TikTok catfish saga13:44 TikTok adoption plagiarism storytimeFind our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/ 

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