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A core strategy Hancock employs is to frame archaeological inconsistencies as “cover-ups” by mainstream science. He frequently suggests that established scholars are intentionally hiding ancient truths, fostering distrust. This tactic undermines critical scientific discourse and promotes conspiracy thinking.
The Selective Use of Evidence
Throughout his series, Hancock cherry-picks data points—like a handful of pottery shards or geologic formations—while ignoring extensive archaeological consensus. His narrative often relies on making impossible claims appear plausible through manipulation of maps, misinterpretation of geological formations, and invoking ancient myths as factual evidence.