Psychology of Conspiracy Theories Pt. 2

Psychology of Conspiracy Theories Pt. 2

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The Superman Curse and the Death of George Reeves

In the 1950s, Adventures of Superman dominated TV screens thanks to its star George Reeves. However, while the world loved him as Superman, George reportedly felt trapped in the role. According to the Hollywood rumor mill, the resulting depression drove him to die by suicide. But ...  Show more

The Colorado Cannibal: Alfred Packer

A man stumbles out of the Colorado wilderness in 1873. After his traveling party ran out of food in the dead of winter, he’s the only survivor. Except he looks surprisingly well-fed. Alfred Packer’s story of what became of his companions changes not once, but twice. In the end, w ...  Show more

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