Newsy + Coda Story: Living With Q

The transcript details the personal experiences of individuals whose relationships were affected by Q Anon beliefs. It highlights the emotional turmoil and challenges faced when a loved one becomes engrossed in conspiracy theories, leading to changes in personality and increased anti-Semitism. The narrative explores attempts to reconcile, the eventual decision to leave, and reflections on the broader impact of Q Anon, emphasizing the role of the internet in spreading such beliefs.

What was the initial emotional impact on the narrator due to their spouse's involvement in Q Anon?

• Increased happiness

• A sense of relief

• Feeling of losing a loved one

• Indifference

What specific change in behavior did the narrator notice in their spouse due to Q Anon?

• Rise in anti-Semitic views

• Improved work performance

• Increased interest in sports

• More social interactions

What was one of the challenges faced by the narrator in trying to reconcile with their spouse?

• Health problems

• Financial issues

• Spouse's refusal to stop posting on social media

• Lack of time

How does the narrator compare Q Anon to historical events?

• As a positive movement

• As a minor issue

• As a political campaign

• As a mass hysteria similar to the Salem witch trials

What was the narrator's initial reaction to their spouse's Q Anon involvement?

• Support

• Warning about its dangers

• Indifference

• Encouragement

What did the narrator find on their spouse's desk that indicated Q Anon involvement?

• Books

• Cooking recipes

• Q Anon merchandise

• Sports equipment

What was the narrator's strategy if Biden peacefully took office?

• To ignore the situation

• To move to another country

• To start deprogramming their spouse

• To join Q Anon

What did the narrator hope would happen after the inauguration?

• Their spouse would admit they were wrong

• Their spouse would become more involved in Q Anon

• Their spouse would start a new job

• Their spouse would leave the country

What was the narrator's final decision regarding their marriage?

• To move to a new city

• To seek a divorce

• To continue trying to reconcile

• To ignore the issues

What does the narrator believe about the future of Q Anon?

• It will continue to spread worldwide

• It will be forgotten

• It will disappear quickly

• It will become a political party