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On Skepticism: Michael Shermer & Jeremy Rys on DarkHorse

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Conspiracy Theories Surrounding Famous Deaths: From JFK to MLK

The speaker discusses the tendency for people to entertain conspiracy theories when important figures die, such as JFK, MLK, and Princess Diana. They mention the desire for big causes behind significant deaths and the suspicion towards governments or powerful individuals. They emphasize the mainstream narrative versus alternative theories, including the established involvement of the government in RFK's assassination. Overall, it highlights the human inclination to question and seek alternative explanations for significant events.

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