12. Conspiracy Theories

Published: Jan. 4, 2021, 3 a.m.

History is littered with conspiracy theories, from Popish plots to JFK\u2019s assassination. But what makes people believe in them and how do they gain currency? As strange stories continue to swirl around the coronavirus vaccine, Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook examine conspiracy theories through the ages. Oh and Dominic finally solves the question of who did kill JFK.\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices