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I don't think that is the case. I think it is more a matter of frequency of exposure and less exposure to material to counter the conspiracies. Most people are at least somewhat intrigued by various conspiracy theories. This has long been the case. We had these things when I was a kid, for example. Erik von Daniken's book "Chariots of the Gods" was a bestseller. Art Bell's radio long running conspiracy/paranormal nat…
God, Art Bell! It used to be pretty amusing, back when The X-Files was in its original run.. but if it existed over the past 4 years it would be downright terrifying.
Didn't George Noory still have Coast to Coast?