The real-life impacts of conspiracy theories with Ariel Bogle and Cam Wilson
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We’re diving into the topic of conspiracy theories for this episode, particularly on the impacts these beliefs have on an individual and the ripple effect on others.
Our guests for this episode are Ariel Bogle and Cam Wilson who have written a book called CONSPIRACY NATION: Exposing the dangerous world of Australian Conspiracy Theories.
Ariel is an investigative journalist at the Guardian Australia who specialises on technology, extremism and internet policy.
Cam is an Associate Editor at Crikey and his reporting and investigations focus on the intersection between internet culture, extremism and politics.
Conspiracy Nation is published by Ultimo Press and available online and in bookstores now.
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Chapters
1. Introduction to Get Real Podcast (00:00:00)
2. Understanding Conspiracy Theory Appeal (00:02:35)
3. Personal Impact on Relationships (00:06:44)
4. Byron Bay: Australia's Conspiracy Epicenter (00:13:30)
5. Conspiracy Theories in Australian Politics (00:21:15)
6. Responding to Conspiratorial Beliefs (00:33:00)
7. Mental Health Impacts and Self-Care (00:39:22)
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