Can AI Reduce Conspiracy Beliefs? Testing MIT’s DebunkBot - An In-Depth Review.
Some Dare Call It Conspiracy28 Aug

Can AI Reduce Conspiracy Beliefs? Testing MIT’s DebunkBot - An In-Depth Review.

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In today's "premium unleashed" episode, Brent Lee and Neil Sanders embarked on a deep dive to test a new AI chatbot called "DebunkBot" developed by MIT, which is touted to reduce conspiratorial beliefs by 20%.

Our journey began with a discussion about the chatbot's capabilities and some initial expectations. As former conspiracists turned debunking enthusiasts, we were keen to explore its effectiveness from our unique vantage point. We simulated our past selves and presented DebunkBot with some of the prominent 9/11-related conspiracy theories, such as the controlled demolition theory, the NORAD war games, and the lack of CCTV footage at the Pentagon.

The conversation with DebunkBot was enlightening. It provided detailed responses to each point we raised, explaining the structural collapse of the Twin Towers with insights on building construction and weight distribution, clarifying the routine nature of NORAD's war games and the ensuing initial confusion among responders, and delving into the technical limitations of the Pentagon’s CCTV footage during the attack. The bot was well-equipped with official narratives backed by credible evidence from multiple lines of sources, such as physical plane components, eyewitness testimony, and flight data.

Despite the solid responses, we identified several areas where DebunkBot fell short. The explanations, although factually sound, often lacked the depth required to sway deeply entrenched conspiracy theorists. The chatbot delivered answers that were too straightforward, potentially missing the layers of skepticism that seasoned conspiracy believers entertain. We observed that it could appear patronizing and insufficient for those ingrained in these beliefs.

To enhance DebunkBot's effectiveness, we suggested a few improvements:

1. **Deeper Engagement**: Incorporate more nuanced discussions that consider the various levels of skepticism and alternate narratives conspiracy theorists might hold.

2. **Personalized Responses**: Tailor responses to align with the specific doubts or assumptions the questioning individual may harbor, bridging the gap between casual skepticism and deep-seated belief.

3. **Interactive Evidence Presentation**: Use interactive elements to present evidence in a more compelling and engaging manner, such as visual aids or comparisons that directly counter alternate theories.

4. **Audience Trust Building**: Develop strategies to build trust with users who inherently distrust official narratives, perhaps by showing behind-the-scenes transparency of how evidence is verified and vetted.

5. **Expanded Fact-Checking Capabilities**: Ensure the bot can access a broader range of verifiable sources and provide real-time links to comprehensive, detailed explanations and rebuttals.

6. **Tone and Approach Variation**: Offer different tones of responses, from formal to jokey, to make the interaction more relatable and less confrontational.

Ultimately, our test of DebunkBot demonstrated that while it’s a promising tool for debunking conspiracy theories with credible evidence, there is a significant need for adjustments to more effectively engage and persuade those deeply immersed in conspiracy thinking. As such, continued refinement and enhancing its capability to address both surface-level and deeply ingrained queries hold the key to its wider acceptance and success.

Try DebunkBot yourself at https://www.debunkbot.com/

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Former Info Wars Editor Exposes Alex Jones - Interview With Rob Jacobson

Former Info Wars Editor Exposes Alex Jones - Interview With Rob Jacobson

What Really Happened At Info Wars? Alex Jones Exposed By Former Employee! Welcome to our new addition to the Some Dare... roster! Some Dare Call It An Interview!! As well as our monthly deep dives that we release on the first of the month.. we will be releasing interviews with Academics, Experts, Authors and Insiders on the 15th of every month! Hit subscribe now because I'm telling you this.. you do not want to miss what we have coming up! Joining us today is Rob Jacobson who worked for Alex Jones at Info Wars from 2004 till 2017 and helped Alex create his most iconic films "Endgame" "Terror Storm" & "The Obama Deception". But most recently, Rob was involved in the Sandy Hook Defamation trial where he gave evidence against Alex Jones. But we'll get into all of that.. This was a great interview hearing first hand the inside scoop of Info Wars and Rob's own journey out of the rabbit hole. Enjoy! I just want to give a quick shout out to DJ Thermal Detonator of TrutherTV for suggesting we speak with Rob. You can follow him on Twitter @DjThermalD You can follow Rob on twitter @RobJa237 And we are @SomeDarePodcast @NeilSandersMC & @BrentLeeSDCICBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/some-dare-call-it-conspiracy--5932731/support.

14 Aug 20221h 58min

WEF and the Great Reset 2/2 (Sarcastic Barman)

WEF and the Great Reset 2/2 (Sarcastic Barman)

Welcome to episode 004 PART TWO of Some Dare Call It Conspiracy with Brent Lee and Neil Sanders!! Today we are taking a field trip to Davos to explore the conspiracy theories surrounding The World Economic Forum and The Great Reset!! Joining us today is the hilarious YouTuber Dan The Sarcastic Barman. Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheSarcasticBar YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/SarcasticBarman… We hope this episode will give you enough information to understand what this conspiracy theory is, who pushes it and what the root is.. join us as we discover where the truth lies. Follow us on Twitter for show notes, links and updates! SDCIC Podcast - https://twitter.com/somedarepodcast Brent Lee - https://twitter.com/BrentLeeSDCIC Neil Sanders - https://twitter.com/NeilSandersMC Or you can email us at somedarecallitconspiracy@gmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/some-dare-call-it-conspiracy--5932731/support.

31 Juli 20221h 51min

WEF and the Great Reset 1/2 (Sarcastic Barman)

WEF and the Great Reset 1/2 (Sarcastic Barman)

Welcome to episode 004 PART ONE of Some Dare Call It Conspiracy with Brent Lee and Neil Sanders!! Today we are taking a field trip to Davos to explore the conspiracy theories surrounding The World Economic Forum and The Great Reset!! Joining us today is the hilarious YouTuber Dan The Sarcastic Barman. Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheSarcasticBar YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/SarcasticBarman… We hope this episode will give you enough information to understand what this conspiracy theory is, who pushes it and what the root is.. join us as we discover where the truth lies. Follow us on Twitter for show notes, links and updates! SDCIC Podcast - https://twitter.com/somedarepodcast Brent Lee - https://twitter.com/BrentLeeSDCIC Neil Sanders - https://twitter.com/NeilSandersMC Or you can email us at somedarecallitconspiracy@gmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/some-dare-call-it-conspiracy--5932731/support.

31 Juli 20221h 15min

Alex Jones and The Bohemian Grove (Intel Lady)

Alex Jones and The Bohemian Grove (Intel Lady)

Welcome to episode 003 of Some Dare Call It Conspiracy with Brent Lee and Neil Sanders!! Today we will be exploring the Bohemian Grove conspiracy theory popularised by the controversial Alex Jones with our guest Jen aka Intel Lady Twitter: https://twitter.com/Intel_Lady YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/IntelLady We hope this episode will give you enough information to understand what this conspiracy theory is, who pushes it and what the root is.. join us as we discover where the truth lies. Follow us on Twitter for show notes, links and updates! SDCIC Podcast - https://twitter.com/somedarepodcast Brent Lee - https://twitter.com/BrentLeeSDCIC Neil Sanders - https://twitter.com/NeilSandersMC Or you can email us at somedarecallitconspiracy@gmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/some-dare-call-it-conspiracy--5932731/support.

13 Juni 20222h 41min

Cultural Marxism & Great Replacement Conspiracy Theories (Brian Kurvie)

Cultural Marxism & Great Replacement Conspiracy Theories (Brian Kurvie)

Welcome to episode 002 of Some Dare Call It Conspiracy with Brent Lee and Neil Sanders!! Today we will be exploring the far right conspiracy theory known as "Cultural Marxism" with our guest, Flat Earth Satirist: Steve aka Brian Kurvie (The Conspiracist) Twitter: https://twitter.com/BKurvie YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCWeHkziRppwrwrjJuvKt9ig We hope this episode will give you enough information to understand what this conspiracy theory is, who pushes it and what the root is.. join us as we discover where the truth lies. PDF of sources quoted by Neil: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Jad4lNQY0p-3GiQTvSC0jlSZt_LZ8RwY/view?usp=drivesdk SDCIC Podcast - https://twitter.com/somedarepodcast Brent Lee - https://twitter.com/BrentLeeSDCIC Neil Sanders - https://twitter.com/NeilSandersMC Or you can email us at somedarecallitconspiracy@gmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/some-dare-call-it-conspiracy--5932731/support.

13 Juni 20223h 4min

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