Flat Earth vs. Round Earth
Synopsis
A recent survey found that 2 percent of Americans, over 6.5 million people, believe the Earth is flat, despite centuries of scientific evidence to the contrary.
Synopsis
Mariana van Zeller travels to Southern California to investigate the flat Earth movement, which claims the Earth is not a sphere. She interviews Mark Sargent, a prominent figure in the community, who argues that the Earth is a flat disc with Antarctica encircling its edge. Sargent and others express distrust in scientific evidence, including satellite imagery. The documentary reveals that about 6.5 million Americans believe in a flat Earth, raising concerns about the implications of rejecting established science in favor of conspiracy theories.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet Mark Sargent, a leader in the flat earth community.
- Find out how flat earthers view scientific evidence.
- See how this movement is gaining traction in America.
Did You Know
- A survey found that two percent of Americans believe the earth is flat.
- This belief represents over 6.5 million people in the US.
- Mark Sargent, a former video game designer, promotes the flat earth theory full-time.
- Flat earthers believe that Antarctica surrounds the earth like an ice ball.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What percentage of Americans believe the Earth is flat?
A recent survey found that two percent of Americans believe the Earth is flat, which amounts to over 6.5 million people.
Who is Mark Sargent?
Mark Sargent is one of the leaders of the Flat Earth community, who previously designed video games and now promotes the Flat Earth theory full-time.
What is the Flat Earth model described in the documentary?
The Flat Earth model described includes the North Pole at the center, continents splayed out on the sides, and Antarctica stretching around the outer edge.
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