Conspiracy Theories
The world’s most controversial events, and the complex beliefs behind them. From Bigfoot sightings to bitcoin takeovers, alien landings to assassinations, who’s shaping the narrative — and why? Conspiracy Theories is a Spotify Podcast. New episodes Wednesdays.
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“Black Sox Scandal”
In 1919, America had two favorite pastimes: baseball and corruption.
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Oklahoma City Bombing Pt. 2
The 1995 Oklahoma City bombing carried out by Timothy McVeigh and Terry Nichols was the deadliest act of domestic terrorism ever carried out by American citizens on their own country’s soil.
48 min
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Oklahoma City Bombing
Timothy McVeigh and Terry Nichols met in army basic training during the 1980s.
46 min
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Genetically Modified Organisms Pt. 2
Some people claim scientists are distorting facts to silence the discoveries of non-GMO activists. Others say biotech companies are allowing dangerous products to be released to the public… possibly for mass mind control.
47 min
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Genetically Modified Organisms
Opponents claim that GMOs cause health issues, and harm the environment. Advocates insist they help safely and cheaply increase food supply and are more environmentally conscious.
40 min
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Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 Pt. 2
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Malaysia Airlines Flight 370
Less than one hour into its flight, Malaysia Airlines flight 370 disappeared from the skies.
44 min
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Marilyn Monroe Pt. 2
Officially, Marilyn Monroe died of suicide on August 5th, 1962.
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Marilyn Monroe
Norma Jeane Mortenson adopted the name and persona of Marilyn Monroe when she began modelling as a teenager in Hollywood.
62 min
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Are Diamonds Really Rare? Pt. 2
Diamonds are considered to be the rarest and most valuable gemstone. Is that really true?
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Are Diamonds Really Rare?
Diamonds are considered one of the world’s most valuable gemstones.
40 min
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Freemasons Pt. 2
The Freemasons are seen as a secretive and elusive fraternal organization.
58 min
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Freemasons
Officially established in the late 1300s, the Freemasons were initially an oversight committee for other stonemasons in Europe.
50 min
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Saturated Fat vs. Sugar Pt. 2
We now know that sugar plays a large role in the risk of developing heart disease.
49 min
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Saturated Fat vs. Sugar
In 1980, the federal government’s Dietary Guidelines recommended Americans restrict their saturated fat intake to reduce their risk of heart disease.
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Men In Black Pt. 2
Who are the Men in Black?
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Men In Black
The Men in Black are a secret organization that are believed to cover up UFO sightings and alien encounters.
54 min
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Operation Paperclip Pt. 2
After World War II, the U.S. and Soviet Union raced to capture top German scientists in order to utilize the advanced technology the Nazis had used during the war.
42 min
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Operation Paperclip
Did the U.S. overlook war crimes for the sake of technological advancement?
43 min
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Prison Industrial Complex Pt. 2
Did the CIA create the crack epidemic by planting the drug in the inner cities?
43 min
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Prison Industrial Complex
Over the past two decades, private prisons have increased exponentially to accommodate the rising incarceration rate.
52 min
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The Murder of Chandra Levy Pt. 2
The body of Chandra Levy was found over a year after her disappearance.
39 min
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The Murder of Chandra Levy
Chandra Levy was a graduate student from the University of Southern California working at an internship in Washington D.C., when her life was tragically cut short in 2001.
36 min
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Jonestown Massacre Pt. 2
With more than 900 people dead, the Jonestown Massacre has sparked many theories over the past 40 years.
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Jonestown Massacre
At the command of Jim Jones, more than 900 followers of The Peoples Temple drank a beverage laced with cyanide in an act that Jones labeled “revolutionary suicide”.
56 min