It’s easy to dismiss conspiracy theories as fringe or imported.

But conspiratorial ideas are gaining traction with everyday Australians – about one in three endorse at least one conspiracy belief.

They’re also being echoed by people in power, and have spilled into real-world violence.

Today, Conspiracy Nation authors Cam Wilson and Ariel Bogle on how conspiracies leap from the fringe to the mainstream – including all the way to Parliament house.

This is part two of a two-part series.


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Guest: Authors of Conspiracy Nation, Cam Wilson and Ariel Bogle

It&rsquo;s easy to dismiss conspiracy theories as fringe or imported.
But conspiratorial ideas are gaining traction with everyday Australians &ndash; about one in three endorse at least one conspiracy belief.
They&rsquo;re also being echoed by people in power, and have spilled into real-world violence.
Today, Conspiracy Nation authors Cam Wilson and Ariel Bogle on how conspiracies leap from the fringe to the mainstream &ndash; including all the way to Parliament house.
This is part two of a two-part series.
 If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.
 Socials: Stay in touch with us on Instagram
Guest: Authors of Conspiracy Nation, Cam Wilson and Ariel Bogle

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Conspiracy Nation part 2: From fringe to Parliament

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