The 1969 moon landing is one of the most documented events in history.
The questions are:
why do some people still doubt it—and how should those claims be evaluated?
In this episode, I explore both sides—not to argue - to understand:
• Why certain footage raises questions for some viewers
• The role of the Cold War and political incentives
• How distrust in institutions shapes interpretation
• What separates a compelling claim from a sound one
This isn’t about forcing a conclusion.
It’s about learning how to think through claims when the stakes are high and the answers aren’t immediately obvious.
How we evaluate one claim often determines how we evaluate everything else.
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What's Real? 9/11, Moon Landing, MKUltra, Truth vs Misinformation - John Abrons
About the Host
Daniel Stih (danielstih.com) is an aerospace engineer, software engineer, indoor environmental consultant, and author of 12 books. For more than 30 years, he has investigated complex problems spanning engineering, technology, the built environment, and human decision-making. His work explores how evidence, assumptions, and systems shape the conclusions we draw—and whether we're solving the right problem. Learn more about his approach in Why I Think This Way.