Topic: 9 11 Conspiracy

In response to a listener email, the hosts discuss their evolving views on various conspiracy topics. While remaining skeptical of Stargates and certain UFO claims, there is an expressed openness to questions regarding the collapse of World Trade Center 7 on September 11.

Former Representative Kurt Weldon appeared on Tucker Carlson's program to call for a new investigation into the September 11 attacks. Weldon argues that 9/11 remains the biggest scandal in American history and suggests that relevant information is still being suppressed. He advocates for architects and engineers to testify under oath regarding the collapse of the buildings.

The hosts suggest that the unresolved trauma of the September 11 attacks and the subsequent wars in Afghanistan and Iraq fuels modern political instability. They argue that the suppression of the "Truth Movement" and the labeling of skeptics as conspiracy theorists has left a lasting psychological scar on the American public.

The Verge report notes that some Facebook moderators began believing the conspiracy theories they were tasked with deleting, such as 9/11 "inside job" claims or Flat Earth theories. The hosts discuss the psychological toll of constant exposure to misinformation and the high turnover rate among moderation staff.

State Department spokesperson John Kirby refuses to "re-litigate history" when questioned about Saudi involvement in 9/11. He dismisses further debate as a "fool's errand," insisting the public record is already exhaustive despite the 28 pages remaining classified.

New information has emerged regarding the father of "Clock Kid" Ahmed Mohamed, Sudanese activist El Hassan Mohamed. Reports indicate he maintains an Arabic Facebook page featuring 9/11 conspiracy theories and claims that the attacks were a U.S.-sponsored hoax. The Irving school district claims it has more information on the incident but cannot release it without a family waiver.

NPR reports on research from the University of Chicago suggesting that 50% of Americans believe in at least one conspiracy theory. The study identifies a distrust of authority and a belief in individualism as the primary predictors of these beliefs. The hosts argue that what the media labels "conspiracy theory" is often just a patriotic desire to avoid being controlled by secret forces.

Emily Bazelon of Slate Magazine appeared on CNN to discuss the persistence of 9/11 conspiracy theories. She argued that the theories are driven by anti-government sentiment and "virulent" right-wing talk. The hosts mock her suggestion that believing the government is "monstrous" would lead people to stop paying their taxes.

During an interview with Diane Sawyer at the opening of his presidential library, George W. Bush appears to stumble over the word "conspiracy" when discussing the Boston bombing. The hosts mock the exchange and Bush's perceived discomfort with the term.

Public Policy Polling released a "National Conspiracy Theories Poll" surveying 1,247 registered voters. MSNBC's Chris Matthews used the results to mock Republicans, specifically highlighting that 22% of Romney voters believe President Obama is the Antichrist. The poll also covered beliefs regarding 9/11, the moon landing, and the New World Order.

An interview clip describes Hugo Chavez's conspiratorial beliefs, including his skepticism regarding the Apollo 11 moon landing and the official narrative of the September 11 attacks. The hosts discuss Chavez's charismatic personality and his tendency to view American media culture as a tool for global deception.

The hosts address "second half of the show" topics like 9-11 and UFOs, with Dvorak admitting he is more open to questions regarding World Trade Center 7. They firmly reject the idea of selling naming rights or accepting large corporate donations, asserting that the show's independence is more valuable than a $100,000 contract that would require editorial compromise.

A BBC Radio 4 program featuring an author discussing the psychology of conspiracy theorists is critiqued. The hosts mock the author's use of terms like "toxic distrust" and "radicalized," arguing that distrusting the media and government is a logical response to current events.

Jesse Ventura engaged in a heated debate with Piers Morgan on CNN regarding the true motivations for the war in Afghanistan. Ventura claimed the military presence is tied to a $1 trillion vein of lithium discovered in the region, while Morgan dismissed Ventura's skepticism regarding the official 9/11 narrative.

The hosts discuss the collapse of World Trade Center 7 and the lack of official explanation for its freefall speed. They reference an interview by Jesse Ventura with a 9/11 Commission lawyer who claimed the "institution" had to be protected over the truth. Adam Curry pledges to stop discussing 9/11 theories if a logical explanation for Building 7 is provided.

The discussion explores the theories of Webster Tarpley and other whistleblowers regarding government secrecy and disinformation. It is suggested that intelligence agencies protect highly classified information by allowing fringe theories to circulate, thereby discrediting legitimate leaks through association. Examples mentioned include claims about 9/11 holographic images and the use of public ridicule to maintain the secrecy of advanced technologies.

The BBC is set to air an episode of "The Conspiracy Files" investigating the collapse of World Trade Center Building 7. While official reports expected in July attribute the collapse to fire, the documentary explores alternative theories regarding a "sinister plot." The hosts anticipate the program will attempt to debunk popular 9/11 conspiracy theories.