The Appeal and Trickery of Conspiracy Narratives: Chalk Talk at Forum Wissen Göttingen
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When Everyday Narratives Suddenly Feel Like Certainties
Why do conspiracy narratives seem so convincing to some people? In the Chalk Talk on the Appeal and Trickery of Conspiracy Narratives, Prof. Dr. Regina Bendix explores how such narratives arise, why they spread, and what role everyday experiences, fears, and societal developments play in this.
Science for Direct Experience
On November 20, 2026, Forum Wissen will be the place for a special encounter with current research. Prof. Dr. Regina Bendix from the Institute of Cultural Anthropology and European Ethnology takes the audience into the cultural and social mechanisms behind conspiracy narratives. The event combines understandable knowledge transfer with an open atmosphere, where complex questions become tangible.
Chalk, Blackboards, and Clear Thoughts
The Chalk Talks consciously focus on a reduced form: Scientists from the University of Göttingen present their research directly on chalk and blackboards, without modern presentation technology. This creates a concentrated event experience where arguments, sketches, and connections come to life right before the audience's eyes.
A Topic of Immediate Relevance
Conspiracy narratives confront people in everyday life, on social networks, and in societal debates. The lecture contextualizes their appeal and focuses on the connection between personal experiences, uncertainties, and public developments. The event appeals to everyone interested in culture, society, media, and scientific perspectives on current issues.
Organization and Framework
Forum Wissen is hosting the approximately one-hour lecture as part of the Chalk Talks Season 9 series. It begins at 16:30 and is scheduled to end at 17:30. No registration is required, and admission is free. The format is suitable for curious city visitors as well as students, teachers, and anyone wishing to experience scientific topics in a special event atmosphere.
Conclusion: Research That Stays in Memory
The Chalk Talk by Prof. Dr. Regina Bendix promises a concentrated hour filled with strong stimuli for thought and an unusual perspective on familiar everyday narratives. Those wishing to better understand societal dynamics and experience science live will find at Forum Wissen a fitting occasion for an inspiring visit to Göttingen.
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