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Psychology · 20 min

Them

By Jon Ronson

Jon Ronson's 'Them' dissects the surprising humanity and complex motivations behind fringe groups and conspiracy theories. This episode explores Ronson's empathetic approach, revealing how our perception of the 'other' often mirrors our own societal anxieties, challenging the clear divide between 'us' and 'them'.

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“Jon Ronson's 'Them' dissects the surprising humanity and complex motivations behind fringe groups and conspiracy theories. This episode explores Ronson's empathetic approach, revealing how our perception of the 'other' often mirrors our own societal anxieties, challenging the clear divide between 'us' and 'them'.”

— Jon Ronson, Them

What it is about

conspiracy theories, fringe groups, humanity

Who it is for

Best suited to listeners who want a clearer working understanding of conspiracy theories, fringe groups, humanity and better judgment in how they apply it.

The author

Jon Ronson brings a credible and useful lens to conspiracy theories, fringe groups, humanity, with enough subject command to make the book worth hearing.

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Jon Ronson

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