A Look Back at *The* 9/11 Truther Movie
Summary
This episode examines Dylan Avery’s viral documentary *Loose Change* and its role in popularizing 9/11 conspiracy theories. Host Dan Tabirski interviews Avery, who now distances himself from the "truth movement" he helped spark. The discussion explores how post-9/11 disillusionment, the Iraq War, and early internet technology created a perfect storm for misinformation. Ultimately, the episode argues that *Loose Change* amplified existing public skepticism rather than creating it from scratch.
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Sponsors: Lavender Locksmith and Odoo
Intro: 9/11 anniversary and Dan Tabirski's podcast
Dylan Avery and the 'Loose Change' documentary
Media coverage and celebrity endorsements
Viral success and failed theatrical deal
Avery's current views and disinformation debate
Historical context: Iraq War and Abu Ghraib
Erosion of trust in government and media
Conclusion: How 9/11 broke our brains
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