Is Stockholm Syndrome Real?

Is Stockholm Syndrome Real?

Doubtlessly familiar to any fan of exploitative true crime shows, the concept of "Stockholm Syndrome" argues that people victimized by kidnappers, hostage takers, or even trapped in abusive relationships will tend to identify with their captors. In tonight's episode, Ben, Matt and Noel explore the surprisingly hidden origin story of this concept -- as well as discovering why experts worry law enforcement has weaponized this idea to further diminish and dismiss the experiences of survivors in the modern day.

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False Flag Attacks

False Flag Attacks

Imagine if a government disguised its operatives as members of some other organization -- and then attacked itself. While this might sound crazy, several historians have argued that false flag attacks...

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Big Data and You

Big Data and You

We hear about "big data" more and more these days - but how much of it is sensationalism, and how much is true? The answers may surprise you. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpod...

10 Apr 201545min

The Mysterious Symbols of Easter

The Mysterious Symbols of Easter

Easter is one of the most important celebrations in Christianity. So why does it involves a rabbit and painted eggs? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comThey don't...

3 Apr 201544min

Operation Gladio: Invisible Armies and The Secret War

Operation Gladio: Invisible Armies and The Secret War

At the close of WWII, US allies created secret, "stay-behind" armies, designed to protect the population in the event of a Communist invasion. So why are they linked with terrorist groups? What were t...

27 Mar 201544min

Did a UFO crash in Kecksburg, PA?

Did a UFO crash in Kecksburg, PA?

On December 9th, 1965, multiple witnesses saw a bright object shoot through the sky and - allegedly - land in Kecksburg, Pennsylvania. So what actually happened? Tune in to learn more. Learn more abo...

20 Mar 201535min

Are the police targeting minorities?

Are the police targeting minorities?

Did you know that there's no systematic, comprehensive study of police shootings across the United States? Some blame a distaste for paperwork, while others think there's something sinister afoot. Le...

13 Mar 201537min

Who runs the internet?

Who runs the internet?

The FCC's 2015 Open Internet ruling is either a victory or a disaster, depending on whom you ask. But what is it, exactly? Join Matt and Ben as they explore the facts and fiction surrounding the Open ...

6 Mar 201545min

North Korea: Fact and Fiction

North Korea: Fact and Fiction

In an age of global connectivity, North Korea remains one of the most isolated -- and enigmatic -- countries on Earth. How much do we really know about it? Learn more about your ad-choices at https:/...

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