Washington Monthly
Washington Monthly
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Politics, policy and fresh ideas from the Washington Monthly, an independent magazine founded in 1969. Our mission: To support a strong democracy and good governance through honest journalism and thoughtful commentary. Hosts: Anne Kim and Garrett Epps.
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Explores a variety of political topics, with a focus on governance, economy, and social issues, featuring episodes that discuss the implications of Trump’s economic policies, the crisis in Ukraine, and the debates surrounding veterans' healthcare, while promoting thoughtful activism and societal change.
Since 1969, the Washington Monthly has brought a sharp eye to politics, policy and the business of government. Our mission today is to support a strong democracy and good governance through honest journalism and thoughtful commentary.
Join co-hosts Anne Kim and Garrett Epps each week for expert analysis on both the biggest issues driving Washington – and the issues you may not know about but should.
YouTuber Natalie Wynn (aka ”ContraPoints”) spent a year immersing herself in the conspiracy theories wreckingour politics. Now, she’s sharing what she’s learned.
Wynn's latest video, “CONSPIRACY,” has racked up more than 4 million views with a deep dive into the history anddynamics of conspiracist thinking in America, and how conspiracism undermines democracy. The success of her approach could hold important lessons for how toloosen conspiracists’ grip on American politics.
Guest: Natalie Wynn
Hosts: Anne Kim and Gillen Martin
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to ContraPoints and Conspiracy Thinking
03:54 The Evolution of Conspiracy Theories
06:53 Understanding Conspiracist Thinking Patterns
09:40 Historical Context of Conspiracy Theories
13:33 Trump and the Rise of Conspiracism
16:24 The Role of QAnon in January 6th
19:22 Psychological Vulnerabilities to Conspiracist Thinking
22:18 Conspiracism's Threat to Democracy
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