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The Paranoid Strain

The podcast that explains why so many people believe ridiculous conspiracy theories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Flat Earth

Flat Earth

Welcome back to your home away from home, the Paranoid Strain. This time, we squash flat earth beliefs…well, flat, I sup... Read more

4 Dec 2018

2hr 6mins

Ranked #2

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The Posse Comitatus

The Posse Comitatus

Welcome to the inevitable third episode of The Paranoid Strain. “Well. Took you long enough.” That’s what I hear you thi... Read more

7 Jul 2017

1hr

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9/11 Truthers: Part 1

9/11 Truthers: Part 1

Just in time for the 4th of July, we’re back to our regularly scheduled programming. This time, we’re bringing you the s... Read more

3 Jul 2018

1hr 42mins

Ranked #4

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Qanon: Quick Hit

Qanon: Quick Hit

I know what you’re thinking. This was supposed to be 9/11 Part 2. And don’t worry–it’s still coming. But this super-stup... Read more

11 Sep 2018

1hr 23mins

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9/11 Truthers: Part 2

9/11 Truthers: Part 2

Back in record time, we’re here to provide closure for our 9/11 story. Last time we touched on this national tragedy and... Read more

2 Oct 2018

1hr 28mins

Ranked #6

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Introducing: Stupid Land

Introducing: Stupid Land

I can already hear you: “It’s been two months. Where’s the new episode of our favorite anti-conspiracy theory podcast?” ... Read more

11 Jun 2018

13mins

Ranked #7

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Sovereign Citizens to Wesley Snipes

Sovereign Citizens to Wesley Snipes

Hey there, strangers. We’re publishing our fifth episode. And on time, no less. This is our fifth episode, and the third... Read more

5 Dec 2017

1hr 36mins

Ranked #8

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From the Posse to the Sovereigns

From the Posse to the Sovereigns

Hey there, loyal listener. First, we’d like to apologize. This show is coming to you several weeks after we had original... Read more

4 Oct 2017

1hr 33mins

Ranked #9

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Assassinations (non-JFK edition)

Assassinations (non-JFK edition)

My, my, my. Have two months flown by already? Where does the time go? Thanks for all of your concern–I safely escaped fr... Read more

9 Apr 2019

2hr 14mins

Ranked #10

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False Flags and Alex Jones

False Flags and Alex Jones

Call it Easter, call it April Fool’s…either way, we’ve got one helluva present for you. It’s the seventh episode of the ... Read more

3 Apr 2018

1hr 52mins

Ranked #11

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Chemtrails and HAARP

Chemtrails and HAARP

Look! Up in the sky! It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a plane spraying evil, toxic, murderous chemtrails! Nope. It’s the ... Read more

6 Feb 2018

1hr 21mins

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Quick Hit: Alex Jones and the Denver Airport

Quick Hit: Alex Jones and the Denver Airport

Hey there, Strainiacs. Today, we bring you another of our Quick Hit episodes. Yes, that means the return of the Quick Hi... Read more

12 Feb 2019

1hr 20mins

Ranked #13

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Assassinations (JFK Edition)

Assassinations (JFK Edition)

Hi. Miss us? The Chads say “Hi”–they weren’t with you last month because…you know, actually, I have no idea why. They we... Read more

4 Jun 2019

3hr 17mins

Ranked #14

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Stupid Land: Church of Latter-Day Flat

Stupid Land: Church of Latter-Day Flat

Ok. Nobody panic. It’s happening again. But we’ve been through this before, haven’t we? We understand that sometimes ter... Read more

9 Jan 2019

21mins

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Stupid Land: Q-level Clarence

Stupid Land: Q-level Clarence

Wait–we’re doing this again? Many have approached me, deep concern on their eager faces. “Why, Fearful?” they plead. “Wh... Read more

14 Nov 2018

33mins

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Stupid Land: Bush Can't Melt Steel Beams

Stupid Land: Bush Can't Melt Steel Beams

A brand-new, steaming heap of whatever it is that the Chads do is now here for your delectation.  Following through on o... Read more

8 Aug 2018

26mins

Ranked #17

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Stupid Land: Don't Cross The Streams

Stupid Land: Don't Cross The Streams

Guys, I’m not gonna lie. Some stuff went down in this one. Yes, it’s once again a Stupid Land episode. And yes, that onc... Read more

20 Mar 2019

41mins

Ranked #18

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Quick HIt: Coronavirus Conspiracies 2, The Phlegm and the Fury

Quick HIt: Coronavirus Conspiracies 2, The Phlegm and the Fury

Yeah, I know. This wasn't the episode we promised last time. But coronavirus is, in addition to being a real asshole of ... Read more

12 May 2020

1hr 5mins

Ranked #19

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Quick Hit: Coronavirus Conspiracies

Quick Hit: Coronavirus Conspiracies

Whaaaaaa? A new episode? But it's been just a few weeks?  That's right, Strainiacs. We're back in the saddle, albeit an ... Read more

18 Mar 2020

49mins

Ranked #20

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Reality is an Illusion? Part 2, Philip K Dick

Reality is an Illusion? Part 2, Philip K Dick

Sorry about the delay, but we’re very pleased to present you, via our brand new podcast feed (which should, from your pe... Read more

25 Feb 2020

3hr 11mins

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