{"product_id":"escaping-the-rabbit-hole-how-to-debunk-conspiracy-theories-using-facts-logic-and-respect-paperback","title":"Escaping the Rabbit Hole: How to Debunk Conspiracy Theories Using Facts, Logic, and Respect - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eMick West\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Earth is flat, the World Trade Center collapse was a controlled demolition, planes are spraying poison to control the weather, and actors faked the Sandy Hook massacre.... \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e All these claims are bunk: falsehoods, mistakes, and in some cases, outright lies. But many people passionately believe one or more of these conspiracy theories. They consume countless books and videos, join like-minded online communities, try to convert those around them, and even, on occasion, alienate their own friends and family. Why is this, and how can you help people, especially those closest to you, break free from the downward spiral of conspiracy thinking? \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e In \u003ci\u003eEscaping the Rabbit Hole\u003c\/i\u003e, author \u003cb\u003eMick West\u003c\/b\u003e shares over a decade's worth of knowledge and experience investigating and debunking false conspiracy theories through his forum, MetaBunk.org, and sets forth a practical guide to helping friends and loved ones recognize these theories for what they really are. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Perhaps counter-intuitively, the most successful approaches to helping individuals escape a rabbit hole aren't comprised of simply explaining why they are wrong; rather, West's tried-and-tested approach emphasizes clear communication based on mutual respect, honesty, openness, and patience. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e West puts his debunking techniques and best practices to the test with four of the most popular false conspiracy theories today (Chemtrails, 9\/11 Controlled Demolition, False Flags, and Flat Earth) -- providing road maps to help you to understand your friend and help them escape the rabbit hole. These are accompanied by real-life case studies of individuals who, with help, were able to break free from conspiracism. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e With sections on: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe wide spectrum of conspiracy theories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eavoiding the \"shill\" label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epsychological factors and other complications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(and concluding with) a look at the future of debunking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e Mick West has put forth a conclusive, well-researched, practical reference on why people fall down the conspiracy theory rabbit hole and how you can help them escape.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMick West\u003c\/b\u003e is a science writer and professional debunker. While he began his career as a video games programmer, his primary focus at the moment is investigating and explaining conspiracy theories such as Chemtrails, 9\/11, False Flags, etc. He also covers more esoteric topics such as UFOs, pseudoscience, the Flat Earth, photo analysis, and other quackery. Mick has appeared on numerous major media outlets, including \u003ci\u003eCNN\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eCBS This Evening\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eJoe Rogan Experience\u003c\/i\u003e, and many others.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 312\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 x 8.9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 02, 2020\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51771804844320,"sku":"9781510755772","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/3048eb9b9d7285608ebf39b245fd0d0f.webp?v=1780393986","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/escaping-the-rabbit-hole-how-to-debunk-conspiracy-theories-using-facts-logic-and-respect-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}