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EPISODE · Apr 5, 2025 · 16 MIN

The Psychology of Conspiracy Theories: Why Do We Believe Them?

from Kurzgesagt Podcast: Science Revealed

This episode explores the psychological underpinnings of why people believe in conspiracy theories that explain significant events as secret plots. It reviews existing research suggesting that epistemic (understanding), existential (safety and control), and social (self-image and belonging) motives drive this belief. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/kurzgesagt-podcast-in-a-nutshell/exclusive-contentBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kurzgesagt-podcast-science-revealed--6600013/support. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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