Upcoming event:
Friday, January 17th: 12:30pm EST
A forum with the Modern Criminal Law Review on my first book. Registration encouraged, but not required.
I research and write about medieval literature, the long history of conspiracy theories, and criminal justice.
As of July 2024, I am a 2024-2026 Carnegie Fellow and on research leave.
For recent projects and media appearances, scroll down.
For my reading list and recommendations, see Bookshelf.
Students past and present are welcome at the Students tab!
Recent Projects
That’s What They Want You to Think: Identifying Dangerous Conspiracy Theories
The Making of Felony Procedure in Middle English Literature (OUP)
Citizen Witnessing
The Bright Body
Recent Media
What's Next: Truth or Consequences?
A Mark of Shame for 900 Years. Until Now?
Jordan Klepper Fingers the Conspiracy: Pizzagate
Interview at 42Magazine
TEDxDuke Talk: Why conspiracy theories just won't die
Conspiracy Theories: Past, Present, and Future
9/11 & the Golden Age of Conspiracy Theories
Between Truth and Trust: Conspiracy theories
CSUSB: The Psychology of Conspiracy Theories