Episodes

  • Smoke & Mirrors: Top 5 Christmas & Holiday Conspiracies

    Smoke & Mirrors: Top 5 Christmas & Holiday Conspiracies
    Dec 17 2024
    In the latest episode of Smoke & Mirrors, host Brian Brown explores fascinating theories surrounding Christmas and holiday conspiracies. From the idea of Santa Claus serving as a government surveillance tool, and the Star of Bethlehem potentially being a UFO, to the concept that Christmas itself was invented by corporations, Brown delves into enlightening discussions about these off-beat ideas. The chilling folklore surrounding Krampus, the half-goat, half-demon figure from European mythology is also examined along with an unusual theory suggesting Government-controlled 'Christmas Snow'. While each of these theories invites skepticism, they also add an intriguing layer of mystery and conversation to the holiday season.
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    16 mins
  • Smoke & Mirrors: Big Pharma vs. Cannabis – The Grand Conspiracy Episode #2

    Smoke & Mirrors: Big Pharma vs. Cannabis – The Grand Conspiracy Episode #2
    Dec 4 2024
    In this episode of Smoke & Mirrors, Brian Brown delves into the conspiracy theory that Big Pharma played a significant role in the prohibition of cannabis due to its potential threat to their profit margins. The podcast explores how pharmaceutical companies supposedly manipulated politics and public opinion while also creating synthetic versions of cannabis products. Evidence discussed includes the historical use of cannabis as a medicine, the establishment of the Marihuana Tax Act coinciding with the rise of lab-created drugs, lobbying against cannabis legalization, a decline in opioid prescriptions in states legalizing cannabis, and pharmaceutical companies' attempts to patent cannabis components despite its Schedule I classification under federal law. However, the podcast also highlights the recent trend of increasing cannabis legalization. Brian asks listeners to stay skeptical and reminds them of the importance of following the money to uncover possible hidden agendas.
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    14 mins
  • Illuminati Special Episode – History, Myths, and Modern Rumors | Smoke & Mirrors: Ep 1

    Illuminati Special Episode – History, Myths, and Modern Rumors | Smoke & Mirrors: Ep 1
    Nov 27 2024
    In this episode of Smoke & Mirrors, host Brian Brown delves into the mysterious world of the Illuminati. He starts with the origins of the secret society, founded in 1776 by Adam Weishaupt, and how they were disbanded but left a lasting cultural imprint. He then delves into the modern interpretation of the Illuminati in popular culture, including rumors about their presence in Hollywood and the world of politics. Brown also discusses symbol misinterpretation and societal mistrust that fuel these conspiracies. He concludes with debunking some of the myths and reiterating that the enduring belief in the Illuminati primarily reflects societal skepticism and fear of the unknown.
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    20 mins