XKCD speaks truth

Explore the art of debunking conspiracy theory with insightful examples and engaging discussions, including Joe Rogan's views.

Written byPhil Plait

2007-05-07T21:03:07 | 1 min read

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[click the image to see the whole comic] That is one of the best -- and most concise -- examples of debunking of the conspiracy theory subculture I have ever seen. Joe Rogan, you listening? Too bad, though, that the last panel in the comic won't work.

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