The Full Fact Podcast: The Psychology of Conspiracy Theories

From the moon landing being a hoax to the Queen being a reptile - conspiracy theories are everywhere. But with the advent of social media, it’s never been easier for them to be shared. But why do people believe them? What is it about certain people that makes them more susceptible to these theories? And can they be convinced otherwise once they’ve taken hold?

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