The Real Illuminati

In the spring of 1989, thousands of people filled the heart of Beijing demanding reform, freedom, and an end to corruption. For weeks, the world watched as hope seemed to rise in Tiananmen Square that maybe, China would see major political reforms. Then, in a single night, tanks ...  Show more

Today, they’re worn on basketball courts, fashion runways, city streets, and in almost every home on Earth. But the humble sneaker began as a simple rubber-soled shoe and evolved into a global cultural force worth billions. They didn’t just revolutionize footwear. Along the way, ...  Show more

Please note that today’s episode is going to sound a little different than a typical episode of Conspiracy Theories. We felt it was important for us to share the founding and history of the Illuminati before diving into the conspiracy theories. The Illuminati has stirred up fear ...  Show more

The root of hundreds of conspiracy theories, the modern Illuminati is shrouded in mystery and secrecy. And at the top of the rumored group are the most illuminated ones, 12 ruling bloodlines that control every major event. We dive deep into the Illuminati, investigating the theor ...  Show more

We conclude the story of Adam Weishaupt and talk about how the Illuminati went from nerd club to the USAs favorite conspiracy theory.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Robert sits down with Garrison Davis and Margaret Killjoy to talk about the birth of the Illuminati, the Secret Society behind every modern conspiracy theory.

(6 Part Series)

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