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Too Perfect? The WHCD Shooting That Sparked a Conspiracy Firestorm

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In the aftermath of a shocking incident at the 2026 White House Correspondents’ Dinner where a shooter - potentially trying to assassinate the President - was apprehended at a security checkpoint, conspiracy theories spread at lightning speed online—raising questions about security, misinformation, and public trust. Michael examines what actually happened, looks at the psychology behind viral conspiracies, and opens the phones to listeners divided on what to believe. From the WHCD scare to broader debates about “false flag” thinking and the role of social media, this episode explores why so many Americans are questioning reality—and what that means for the future of political discourse. Original air date 28 April 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Too Perfect? The WHCD Shooting That Sparked a Conspiracy Firestorm

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