Why Conspiracy Theories Are So Addictive | Michael Shermer
Michael Shurmer distinguishes between real conspiracies (secret plots by small groups) and conspiracy theories (unverified claims), arguing that modern social media and AI accelerate the spread of false narratives.summaryDistinction between Conspiracies and Conspiracy Theories: Conspiracies are real events where two or more people plot secretly for an unfair advantage (e.g., Watergate, MK Ultra). Conspiracy theories are unverified claimstakeawayImpact of Technology on Spread: The speed and penetration of conspiracy theories have changed drastically due to social media and AI. A single individual can launch a conspiracy page with millions of followers overnight,takeaway














