Conspiracy theories are no longer harmless online jokes: they shape politics, fuel polarization, and influence millions across the world. In this episode of Anatomy of Disinformation, Maia Mazurkiewicz explores why people believe in conspiracies and how these narratives spread so quickly.
Our guest, Prof. Jan-Willem van Prooijen, a leading expert on radicalization and conspiracy thinking, explains the psychological roots behind these beliefs. Hallie Stern, Co-Founder of Optica Labs, shows how digital platforms and algorithms amplify conspiratorial content and distort public debate. From cognitive biases to tech–driven echo chambers, this episode reveals how conspiracy theories go viral and what we can do to build resilience.
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