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Squib Theory and Mentality
In film or special effects, a squib is a small explosive used to simulate a gunshot or explosion — a controlled illusion of impact.
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Exploring Conspiracy Event Implications
Attending conspiracy-themed events—whether as a speaker, observer, or even a curious outsider—carries layered cultural and political implications tha…
7 months, 2 weeks ago
The Art of Poetry
“Poetry vs Propaganda” — exploring definitions, similarities, contrasts, tensions, and implications
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Emotional Truth in Storytelling
Unlike factual truth, which deals with verifiable data, emotional truth is about the authenticity of feeling. It’s the difference between saying:
“It’…
7 months, 2 weeks ago
Cultural Hegemony_ Maintaining Power Through Narrative
Dominance, Erasure, and the Status Quo
1. Dominance as Narrative Control
Dominant groups maintain power by shaping what’s considered normal, legitimate…
7 months, 2 weeks ago
Challenging Dominant Narratives
1. What Is Counter-Framing?
Counter-framing is the strategic act of challenging dominant narratives by:
Exposing contradictions in mainstream discourse…
7 months, 3 weeks ago
Ethics of Disinformation Storytelling
Stories shape how people feel, remember, and act. That’s why disinformation campaigns weaponize storytelling—not just to mislead, but to emotionally …
7 months, 3 weeks ago
Disinformation and Narrative Architecture
Neil Sadler’s 2025 paper in Communication Theory reframes disinformation through a “hermeneutic realist” lens:
“Stories disclose realities rather than…
7 months, 3 weeks ago
Narrative Sabotage_ The Role of AI
1. What Is Narrative Sabotage?
It’s not just lying — it’s rewriting the emotional arc of a story to manipulate belief and behavior.
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7 months, 3 weeks ago