Premium Episode 239: The Key Bridge Collapse (Patreon)

Nowadays, when a horrific tragedy occurs, you can pretty much guarantee that conspiracy theorists will flood the channels with wild narratives and flat-out disinformation.  This week, we’re breaking down the various theories surrounding the collapse of the Key Bridge, including a completely AI generated 911 call.  Later in the episode, Jake finds a conspiracy theory influencer with such a funny name, he just had to do a story starring him.  

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Music by Pontus Berghe, Nick Sena, and Jake Rockatansky. Editing by Corey Klotz.

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Unfounded conspiracy theories spread online after Baltimore bridge collapse (nbcnews.com)

The 7 Dumbest Conspiracy Theories About the Baltimore Bridge Collapse (gizmodo.com)

Container ships easy to hack, track, send off course and even sink, security experts say | The Security Ledger with Paul F. Roberts

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