Date/Time
Date(s) - Thu 14 May
20:30 - 21:30
ISCAST-NZCIS Conversations 2026
Conspiracy theories are everywhere, and Christians are not immune. In this three-part series, the ISCASTâNZCIS Conversations 2026 brings together scholars from across science, theology, and technology to explore why conspiracy theories spread, who believes them, and what resources Christian faith offers for navigating a world awash with misinformation.
The Psychological Appeal of Conspiracy Thinking
Session two speaker: Rev. Dr Maja Whitaker
Why do conspiracy theories appeal to so many people? This talk will explore the psychological pull of conspiracy theorism, consider how they address fundamental human needs, provide compelling narratives, and foster powerful social networks
Bio
Rev. Dr Maja Whitaker is Academic Dean and lecturer in Practical Theology at Laidlaw College in New Zealand, based at the Christchurch campus. She comes to theology from a background in anatomical science and bioethics, and is an ordained pastor in the ACTS movement.
Registration
$40 for non-members
$30 for ISCAST/NZCIS members
Free for students
One ticket gives you access to all three sessions. Join for one evening, two, or all three.
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Registered participants will also receive early access to recordings of each session.