Listen "The Persistence of Flat Earth Theory in the 21st Century"
Episode Synopsis
S1E03 - In this episode, NotebookLM discusses modern Flat Earth beliefs - tracing the history of Flat Earth theories from ancient cultures to their contemporary resurgence, largely driven by the internet. Highlighting key figures like Samuel Rowbotham, whose 19th-century work laid the groundwork for modern Flat Earth ideas, the Ai discusses the Flat Earth Society's evolution and current online presence, detailing the beliefs and arguments of its supporters. It also examines sociological and psychological factors that sustain these beliefs, including the influence of social media, conspiracy theories, and confirmation bias.
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