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1. The amount of information these individuals have amassed in an attempt to disprove the established spherical earth model is remarkable. Some devote their entire lives to researching and finding loopholes, disregarding the vast array of evidence that supports the mainstream understanding.

2. Engaging in healthy discussions and considering alternative perspectives, while analyzing biases, is crucial. It allows us to recognize the mistakes made by others and potentially identify any flaws in our own reasoning. This particular topic highlighted the extent to which individuals can go in pursuing an idea, even in the face of undeniable evidence, leading them to sound ridiculous and ultimately waste their lives.

3. The complexity and intricacy of their websites and theories are noteworthy. The creativity employed to construct intricate worlds aimed at proving well-established concepts such as sunsets or gravity is truly impressive.

4. The use of elaborate language and rephrasing is prevalent within these communities. The practice of proof by verbosity is evident, as these individuals often turn their beliefs into quasi-religious ideologies. Anything that contradicts their beliefs is deemed incorrect or only partially valid, as they prefer to adjust everything rather than accepting well-proven ideas.

5. Among various pseudoscientific beliefs, vaccine denialism stands out as the most harmful. Vaccines have significantly increased our lifespan and saved countless lives, and rejecting them exposes humanity to preventable dangers. Regarding the least harmful, it depends on the context. For example, believing in divine health may be harmless if it doesn't lead to the avoidance of necessary medical treatments, and astrology may pose minimal risk if one refrains from spending money on it. It ultimately boils down to how logical and cautious individuals are when engaging with specific pseudoscientific beliefs.

6. Doubt, question, and do your own research! It is incredible how many myths and ideas persist through generations without anyone challenging them, such as the notion that eating carrots enhances eye health. Good luck amulets, or even all-natural stuff.

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Post #10 Website: The International Flat Earth Research Society

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Post #10 Website: The International Flat Earth Research Society

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The International Flat Earth Research Society website aims to share information and research supporting the belief in a flat earth. It explores various aspects of the flat earth theory, including alternative cosmologies and arguments challenging the mainstream understanding of the earth's shape. The website provides resources, articles, and discussions to engage individuals interested in the flat earth theory.

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The International Flat Earth Research Society website serves as a relevant connection to the lecture content on pseudoscience and the propagation of unsupported beliefs, highlighting numerous red flags and biases within its discourse. By employing red herrings, proof by verbosity, mixing correlation and causation, practicing confirmation bias, and almost creating an ideology, the website attempts to bolster the flat earth theory. However, a thorough analysis reveals the limitations and flaws that undermine its credibility. One significant flaw is the website's understanding of the shape of the Earth, directly contradicting a wealth of substantial scientific evidence supporting the spherical earth model. While the website presents arguments and alternative cosmologies, these lack reasoned scientific basis and fail to withstand critical evaluation. It is essential to recognize the overwhelming scientific consensus that solidifies our understanding of a spherical earth, rendering the alternative explanations provided by the website unsatisfactory in light of the robust evidence.

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Deprogramming the masses since 1547, the Flat Earth Society has long been dedicated to the Flat Earth principles which define our organization.

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Post #9 Website: Eric Dubay's Flat Earth Research

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Eric Dubay's Flat Earth Research website is dedicated to promoting and providing research materials related to the flat earth theory. It offers articles, books, and other resources that advocate for a flat earth model. The website presents arguments, alternative explanations for various phenomena, and challenges the mainstream scientific consensus on the shape of the earth.

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As an individual's platform, the website gathers and presents information that supports the flat earth theory, exemplifying the perpetuation of pseudoscientific claims. Exploring websites like this allows us to delve into the mechanisms behind the spread of misinformation and the techniques employed to convince individuals of these unsupported beliefs.It is crucial to critically examine the limitations and flaws of Eric Dubay's Flat Earth Research website. Despite overwhelming scientific evidence supporting the spherical earth model, the website promotes a flat earth theory that contradicts this consensus. While it may present arguments and alternative explanations, it is essential to acknowledge the scientific consensus and the robust evidence that underpins our understanding of a spherical earth. Eric Dubay's Flat Earth Research website falls directly into the realm of pseudoscience due to its promotion of an unsupported and debunked belief. This serves as a red flag and it is evident the use of red herrings, use of proof by verbosity and even the accusation of Suppresion by authority, emphasizing the need for skepticism and critical thinking when encountering such platforms. It is vital to approach these websites with caution, relying on scientific evidence, critical evaluation, and logical reasoning to assess the credibility of the claims made. It is possible to belief in websites like this mainly by an ideology already established and also by the confirmation bias where all external material is ignored. Actively engaging in scientific discussions and seeking information from reputable sources play a crucial role in countering the influence of pseudoscientific beliefs and fostering a better understanding of the world around us.

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Where do I start with Eric? Well, I guess the most obvious place is Flat Earth. Just as hundreds of thousands of other people, Eric is responsible for waking me up to flat earth. I owe him my sincere gratitude and admiration for the work he does.

My first introduction to FE was around 2016. I was still mostly asleep to the world around me at that time, so I followed Eric's work with kid gloves. Flat Earth was an interesting idea, but I suppose I was still waiting for the catch after the bait. I was also much more occupied with every day life. Still a Newlywed, new baby son, new job. My life was is very complicated.

After becoming aware of the overwhelming amount of evidence about 9/11, The Challenger Hoax, The Moon Landing Hoax, Hoax after Hoax after Hoax. Then enters into my life yet again, Flat Earth. Everything always lead back to Flat Earth. It always will. Flat Earth is the ultimate deception.

The elite that run our world have convinced the masses of many unproven, unscientific, half-baked and immature theories like gravity, evolution and the big bang theory. Eric introduced me to the truth about some of these deceptions that all support each other. Free Energy, Evolution Hoax, Dinosaur Hoax, NWO, Holohoax, Freemasonry. The list goes on and on.

Eric is also a musician, an artist, a kick ass video editor, and a vegan. He has introduced me to a different ways of living, eating and being. Specifically on begin vegan, he also exposes the unfair, inhumane and downright cruel treatment of animals slated for consumption. It's absolutely horrifying.

Eric Dubay's messages cannot be summarized in a small blog post, so I will link you directly to his website. EricDubay.com

Eric's Other Websites:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0_CSKUIVVFlfocgezQEBDg
The Atlantean Conspiracy: http://www.atlanteanconspiracy.com/
The International Flat Earth Research Society (IFERS): http://ifers.123.st/

Thank you Eric.

Amish Space Station Confirms the Flat Earth

Flat Earth FAQ (Full Audiobook)

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Where do I start with Eric? Well, I guess the most obvious place is Flat Earth. Just as hundreds of thousands of other people, Eric is responsible for waking me up to flat earth. I owe him my sincere gratitude and admiration for the work he does.

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The Flat Earth Society website serves as a platform for individuals interested in the flat earth theory. It provides information, resources, and a community for those who support the notion of the earth being flat. The website presents arguments, discussions, and frequently asked questions about the flat earth theory, as well as engaging in debates with proponents of the spherical earth model.

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The Flat Earth Society website is directly linked to the lecture content on pseudoscience and the promotion of scientifically unsupported beliefs. Despite overwhelming scientific evidence debunking the flat earth theory, this website represents a persistent community that continues to advocate for it. Exploring such websites provides insight into the formation and perpetuation of pseudoscientific beliefs, including the role of confirmation bias, cognitive dissonance, and the appeal of belonging to a like-minded community. However, it's important to recognize the limitations and flaws of the Flat Earth Society website. It is built upon a fundamentally flawed understanding of the Earth's shape. The scientific consensus, supported by substantial evidence, unequivocally confirms that the Earth is an oblate spheroid. While the website may present arguments and discussions supporting the flat earth theory, it is crucial to critically evaluate the evidence and consider the overwhelming scientific consensus that upholds the spherical Earth model. Due to its promotion of an unsupported and debunked belief, the Flat Earth Society website falls within the category of pseudoscience. It is essential to approach such websites with a critical mindset, and skepticism utilizing scientific knowledge, evidence, and critical thinking to evaluate their claims.

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And so we come to the end of 2021! Wherever you are, and whatever your views on the world, we hope 2022 will treat you well.

In Veritate Victoria!

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Yesterday, the Flat Earth movement has lost a dear friend.

Michael Hughes - inventor, daredevil, and a self-proclaimed madman, has taken one final leap into the sky in a self-constructed steam-powered rocket as part of a Science Channel series he was to star in. He lost his life in a tragic accident

A Guinness World Record holder for the longest limousine ramp jump, Mike never shied away from controversy and danger. It coursed through his veins. His bold, outspoken attitude will be greatly missed by all.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family in these trying times. It is my hope that Mike has found whatever it was he was looking for in this crazy world.

Godspeed, Michael, you glorious bastard.

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While this may be old news to our followers on Twitter, it is my pleasure to announce that as of a few days ago, the Flat Earth movement's own football club is ready to kick off!

The Spanish football team formerly known as Móstoles Balompie has been officially renamed to Flat Earth FC by its president, Javi Poves.

Poves provided the following comments for Marca, a Spanish daily sport newsletter:

We are born to unite the voices of millions of flat earth movement followers and all those people who are looking for answers. Football is the most popular sport and has the most impact worldwide, so creating a club dedicated to the flat earth movement is the best way to have a constant presence in the media. This will also be the first football club associated with a cause and an idea, without having a specific location. Professional football clubs are subject not only to a nation, but also to a city. Flat Earth FC is the first football club whose followers are united by the most important thing, which is an idea.

Godspeed, FEFC. Your friends at the Flat Earth Society wish you nothing but success!

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It has come to our attention that a documentary titled Behind the Curve has appeared on Netflix and is introducing significant numbers of new people into the Flat Earth discussions. After viewing this piece we feel that the work depicts a poorly researched Flat Earth Theory. It should be noted that the Flat Earth Society was not consulted with the science of the documentary and that the topics discussed should be further researched.

Questions have come up about the light experiment at the end of the film. We point to the following from an account of a self-proclaimed Round Earth proponent who was present at the Jeran event [archive link] :
"In about 10 tries, with the light held waist-high at 17 feet above water we never clearly saw it through the center panel hole. On one of the attempts, maybe the fourth of ten, we clearly saw it when Enrique lifted it over his head. On that one, Jeran asked him to raise it and lower it a few times, and it would appear when Enrique raised it and vanish when he lowered it. That was the "gasp" moment. Jeran said, "that's interesting." I noted it was the prediction for a round Earth. When they repeated the whole procedure, it did not happen again. I suggested having Enrique move from side-to-side a bit when occluded by the panel, in case it was lateral alignment that was off. Jeran accepted the suggestion, but it made no observable difference."
Of about ten observations, the fourth observation was the only one where the event occurred, and the only one which was published in the documentary. Nine of the ten trials did not see the event. The above description of inconsistency suggests the presence of curving light rays in the experiment-refraction. The manner in which the experiment was portrayed in the film by the producers further suggests dishonesty. The documentary does not show the times the event did not occur. Misrepresentation of this nature is called scientific fraud. Had the results of all ten trials been honestly presented it would have, assuredly, been a far different segment.

It should be noted that time lapse photography has shown that the curvature of light rays across long distances can be a regular occurrence. Since ancient times, mankind has used this inconsistent effect as a primary piece of evidence that the Earth was spherical 1.

Per the Ring Laser Gyroscope, the claim that this device can see the rotation of the Earth is the latest in the controversy between Copernicans and Anti-Copernicans on the matter of the Earth's rotation. From the era of Ptolemy, to Tycho Brahe, to conflicts of the Victorian Era, and even to attempts in present day, science has been engaged in the attempt of finding direct and conclusive evidence for the rotation of the Earth 2. When assessing the Ring Laser Gyroscope studies of Earth's rotation, we find that the device does not appear to be measuring the Earth's rotation directly 3.

Regarding other social aspects of the film as presented by Delta-v Productions, we may only comment that it is a non-compelling argument to consult with psychologists rather than to seek the consultation of scientists and experimenters on combating the Flat Earth movement and demonstrating truth on empirical grounds. The Flat Earth Society values scientific integrity and demands direct, conclusive, and repeatable evidence that our Earth is a globe.

Footnotes:

¹ Sinking Ship Effect Caused by Refraction - Information on the Sinking Ship Effect
² Coriolis Effect - Information on the Coriolis Effect and historical attempts to determine rotation
³ Ring Laser Gyroscope - Resource on the claim of the Ring Laser Gyroscope observing Earth's rotation

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We've made some changes to the forum's password security. This is a proactive move to resolve a potential SMF vulnerability which the software's original maintainers appear to be ignoring. I've covered this in slightly more detail in this Technology & Information thread.

To benefit from the update, please log out from the forum and log back in. You shouldn't notice any changes, but if anything does go wrong, please post here or e-mail admin@tfes.org.

While working on this, we also decided to withdraw support of Tapatalk. It appears that this service is not popular (with only 1 active user over the past 5 months, and 0 users in the last month), and it's proving to be a continuous maintenance burden. Tapatalk's use case should be pretty much entirely covered by our mobile design, but if you have any concerns with this, please let us know and we'll investigate alternatives.

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Five years ago to the minute, I asked for help in building the best damn Flat Earth discussion forum on the web. The growth and success we've seen since then is more amazing than any of us ever could have hoped for.

The number of people who've helped make this place what it is is too numerous to mention, but here are some high points:

Our forum growth is accelerating both in terms of new topics and new members, in a decade when independent web forums overall are rapidly declining.

We remain one of the few Flat Earth discussion forums that welcomes constructive discussion from Round Earthers. We still believe that the best way to improve our own ideas is by exposing them to criticism.

Our wiki has grown into one of the richest references for Flat Earth knowledge on the web, and continues to be actively maintained.

On social media, we continue to be a voice of reason in discussions with Round Earthers and fellow Flat Earthers alike. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook for your daily dose of logic!

We've expanded our media presence to include regular interviews with the press.

We have developed our own consistent branding across all our channels, and it's pretty slick, if we do say so ourselves.

We're especially proud to be a positive influence on the growth of the Flat Earth movement at large. We believe that being transparent and providing a freethinking platform for open (but civil!) discussion of all ideas is the best way to promote our own ideas, as people see how they stand up to scrutiny. We believe the numbers speak for themselves on this one.
To everyone reading this, no matter where you are, what shape you think the Earth is or what your opinion of our organisation, we invite you to raise a glass to these accomplishments, and hope you'll be a part of making the next five years even better!

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As most of our regulars will be aware by now, YouTube celebrity Logan Paul has recently attended the Flat Earth International Conference in Denver and publicly voiced his support of the Flat Earth Movement. This announcement came as a surprise to most, given a complete lack of Logan's prior interest in the subject, and the nature of the content he usually produces. Understandably, this has raised a number of questions from the general public, and we have been repeatedly contacted with requests for comments.

As the organisers of FEIC have made abundantly clear on their own website, they are in no way affiliated with the Flat Earth Society. As such, we have no influence over who they invite to the conference or how they schedule their talks. While we respect all parts of the movement and wish them nothing but the best of luck, maintaining this distinction is particularly important in light of recent events.

As of the time of publishing this statement, the Flat Earth Society has not been in contact with Logan Paul or anyone acting as his representative, and we have no intention of offering him membership or otherwise affiliating with him or his recent statements. Any claims that Logan Paul is a member of the Flat Earth Society or that he may have been considered for membership are simply untrue.

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We have been approached by multiple members of the public and media organisations regarding BBC Ideas' recent video "What's behind denialism?", specifically the implicit suggestion that the Flat Earth Society has links to climate change or Holocaust deniers.

In response, we have reached out to the BBC who removed our logo from the video to avoid further misleading of the public. The Flat Earth Society, as an entity, prides itself in its commitment to counteracting climate change, and we are glad to see that the BBC has acknowledged their error by altering the material, although we regret the damage that's already been caused.

Any FES members who have been affected by this development are encouraged to get in touch with Pete who will be happy to answer your questions.

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This is the home of the world-famous Flat Earth Society, a place for free thinkers and the intellectual exchange of ideas.

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The meme displays an image of the moon with a shadow cast on its surface, illustrating the phenomenon of a lunar eclipse. The shadow appears as a thin, flat shape, representing the Earth's flat shadow during the eclipse. The  meme humorously implies that the presence of this shadow contradicts the notion of a spherical Earth model flat Earth, as in reality this shadow is curved, aligning with the spherical Earth model.

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The meme connects to critical thinking and skepticism by highlighting the incompatibility of a flat Earth with observable phenomena such as lunar eclipses. According to Flat Earthers, who propose a flat Earth model, the occurrence of a lunar eclipse is attributed to a translucent "shadow object" or "antimoon" interposing between the sun and moon. However, this explanation fails to account for the curved shape of the Earth's shadow during a lunar eclipse, as depicted in the meme. By analyzing this connection, we can identify red flags such as red herring and confusion between correlation and causation used in the alternative explanations put forth by Flat Earthers. Additionally, the meme demonstrates the importance of critical thinking and skepticism in evaluating claims that contradict well-established scientific knowledge about the shape of the Earth.

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This image depicts the flat earth map, which presents the earth as a flat disk with the North Pole at the center and an ice wall surrounding the circumference. It is a visualization of the flat earth theory and its alternative geography.

The flat Earth map, reminiscent of ancient beliefs held by early civilizations like the Egyptians and Mesopotamians, contradicts the scientifically proven spherical model of the Earth widely accepted since the time of the ancient Greeks and supported by figures such as Plato and Aristotle. This outdated and inaccurate representation of the Earth's shape raises red flags, including an appeal to ancient wisdom and authority. They also seem to rely on biblical references and criticizing the "Globe Theory," the map employs misleading scientific-sounding language without providing substantial evidence or logical arguments against the spherical Earth model. Its lack of scientific rigor, reproducibility, and inability to account for the Earth's curvature, accurate representation of landmasses and distances, and inconsistencies with real-world observations highlight its limitations and flaws. This connection emphasizes the need for critical thinking, scientific methodology, empirical evidence, and skepticism when evaluating claims related to the Earth's shape. The flat Earth map serves as a reminder of our progress in understanding the world and the importance of critically examining beliefs lacking scientific validity.
It is important to note that the flat Earth map is based on an archaic and scientifically disproven conception of the Earth's shape.

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The logo of the Flat Earth Society represents their organization and belief in a flat earth. The logo typically features a depiction of the Earth as a flat disc with a circular edge and often includes text identifying the organization. The colors, design, and specific elements of the logo may vary depending on the version or adaptation used.

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The use of scientific-sounding language that may be meaningless and the deliberate creation of mystery shows the value as pseudoscience. The logo can also be linked to the reasons for belief in pseudosciences, including emotional connection and perception and observation which in this case is clearly shown in their logo the misconception of the earth phenomena. Additionally, the presence of the logo on websites, videos, or other materials related to the flat earth theory may indicate the ideology and community associated with flat earth beliefs. One reason to belief in this could be ideology, because in presence of evidence they make use of faith and lack of logic to maintain their position defending the flaws of the pseudoscientific claims it represents.

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Post #4 Documentary: Behind the Curve (trailer)

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Post #4 Documentary: Behind the Curve (trailer)

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"Behind the Curve," was available for streaming on Netflix, but now I was only able to find it available on apple.tv. The documentary explores the Flat Earth movement and focuses on Mark Sargent, a prominent figure. It showcases experiments conducted by flat Earth believers that unintentionally prove the Earth's roundness. Despite this evidence, the documentary highlights the movement's resistance to accepting scientific evidence. The video also mentions "In Search of a Flat Earth," a YouTube video essay that examines the curvature of the Earth and the shift of the Flat Earth movement towards other conspiracy theories like QAnon.

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Several red flags and biases present within the flat Earth movement. It reveals the utilization of misleading scientific language that lacks substance, unintentionally providing evidence that supports the roundness of the Earth even when trying to prove the opposite. The video showcases a resistance to progress and deliberate cultivation of mystery within the movement, dismissing any evidence that contradicts their beliefs. Rather than relying on empirical evidence, the video appeals to emotions and convinces through faith and belief. Additionally, it acknowledges the involvement of money in the movement, aligning with the pseudoscience watchlist. The video serves as a critical analysis, uncovering the limitations and flaws of flat Earth beliefs, and exposing the flawed reasoning and selective acceptance of evidence.

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Post #3 Video: High Altitude Balloon Proves Flat Earth With Small & Close Sun

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Post #3 Video: High Altitude Balloon Proves Flat Earth With Small & Close Sun

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This video explores the idea of a flat Earth by presenting footage captured from a high-altitude balloon. It shows a view of the Earth from above the atmosphere, attempting to demonstrate that the Earth appears flat when observed from such a vantage point. The video claims that the close and small appearance of the sun in this footage supports the concept of a flat Earth.

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In this video, we can observe several red flags and biases. One red flag is the confusion between correlation and causation, as the video tries to connect the appearance of a small and close sun to the notion of a flat Earth. Additionally, the use of scientific-sounding language and the presentation of visual evidence that cannot be independently verified or reproduced are also present. This video appeals to emotional connections and agenticity, as it tries to provide a simpler explanation for the shape of the Earth that aligns with preconceived beliefs. However, it lacks credibility and fails to consider overwhelming scientific evidence, such as satellite imagery and gravity, which support the spherical shape of the Earth. The video's arguments are based on flawed observations and ignore critical scientific knowledge.

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Post #2 Video: The Best Flat Earth Documentary

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Post #2 Video: The Best Flat Earth Documentary

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The video titled "The Best Flat Earth Documentary" explores the concept of a flat Earth and presents arguments and evidence supporting this belief in a long 6+ format. It discusses various aspects of the flat Earth theory, including the curvature of the Earth, gravity, and the shape of the horizon. The video includes interviews with flat Earth proponents and attempts to debunk conventional scientific explanations. It presents alternative perspectives and challenges the mainstream scientific consensus regarding the shape of the Earth.

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This video connects to the lecture content on red flags and beliefs in pseudosciences by exhibiting a common red flag - the confusion between correlation and causation. Flat Earth proponents in the video use selective evidence and faulty connections between unrelated phenomena to support their claims. They rely on anecdotal observations without rigorous scientific analysis, employing red herrings and proof by verbosity. The belief in a flat Earth stems from simplicity, emotional connection, and agenticity, as discussed in the lecture. However, the video disregards substantial scientific evidence, such as satellite imagery and space exploration missions, that consistently demonstrate the Earth's spherical shape. Its arguments lack scientific rigor and critical thinking, making it an unreliable source. It falls into the category of pseudoscience, presenting unfounded claims contradicting established principles.

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By David Avendano