TikTok User Says Pyramids Hide a Giant Secret and People Are Freaking Out
Pyramids, Sound, and a Surprising Claim
Many people are amazed by the ancient pyramids in Egypt. These giant stone buildings have stood for thousands of years. As kids, lots of us loved reading about space, dinosaurs, or ancient Egypt. The pyramids are one of the most famous wonders in the world.
For a long time, scientists and archaeologists have wondered how the Egyptians built the pyramids. The stones are huge and very heavy. The work was very hard, especially because there were no trucks or cranes back then. People keep asking, “How did they do it?” Some think there are secrets we do not know.
One person on TikTok, who calls himself the Didgeridoo Dude, made a video about this. A didgeridoo is a long wooden instrument from Australia. In his video, he claims that the pyramids could have been built using sound. He used his didgeridoo to make a plastic bag move in the air. Some people asked if he could do this with a rock.
He made a new video. This time, he put a small rock inside a piece of foil. He used his didgeridoo, and the foil floated. When the video ended, he showed the rock inside the foil. This was supposed to be “proof” that sound can move rocks.
But there is a problem. The rocks in the pyramids are much, much heavier than a tiny rock in foil. Sound waves can move small things if they are light enough. But moving a huge stone block with sound would be almost impossible. The Egyptians would have needed the loudest didgeridoo ever!
Most experts think the Egyptians used ramps and a lot of people to push and pull the stones. They worked together to build the pyramids, stone by stone.
Why Do People Believe Strange Theories?
Some people love to believe in wild ideas. These are called conspiracy theories. A conspiracy theory is when people believe something happened in a secret or sneaky way, even if there is not much proof.
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Dr. Daniel Jolley, a professor at the University of Nottingham, studies why people believe in conspiracy theories. He says that these ideas have been around for a long time. People have always wondered about strange things or big events. Even before the internet, people made up stories about things they could not explain.
Now, with social media, people can share these ideas quickly. Some theories get more popular at certain times, like during elections. But they have always been with us.
Why do people believe these stories? Dr. Jolley says most people are just trying to understand a confusing world. When something bad happens, people want to know why. Sometimes, blaming a powerful group or person makes them feel better. It helps them make sense of things.
He says, “When you are seeking answers, a conspiracy theory that points a finger at someone who is seen as powerful can be very appealing.”
Not all people who believe these theories act or look strange. They are often regular people. Some just have trouble trusting others or managing their feelings.
How Conspiracy Theories Work
Dr. Jolley explains that all conspiracy theories have three parts. First, there is an “actor.” This is usually a group or person seen as powerful or sneaky. Second, the group is doing something secret or bad. Third, they have a reason, like wanting more power or money.
Many conspiracy theories focus on groups that seem different or are not trusted. Sometimes, people point to immigrants or those who are not like them.
He says, “You’ve got an actor, which is always someone who’s seen as a powerful group. It’s never someone ordinary or weak. It is always a group people see as powerful.”
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Why Conspiracy Theories Can Be Harmful
Some people may think, “Why does it matter if someone believes in a strange idea?” But these beliefs can lead to real problems. If someone truly believes a conspiracy, they might do something risky or even dangerous.
Dr. Jolley says, “It can ultimately lead to violent extremism.” This means that some people might feel so strongly that they try to stop the group they think is bad, even if it means hurting others. Throughout history, some people have done bad things because they believed a conspiracy theory.
How To Spot A Conspiracy Theory
So, how can you tell when something is just a wild idea? Dr. Jolley says to use critical thinking. Look for clues. If someone blames a big group, like “the government” or “all immigrants,” that is a red flag. He says, “It’s more arbitrary, like everyone in this group is best friends, and they’re all involved in this together. For me, those are red flags.”
Still, he says it is important to ask questions. Instead of just believing or ignoring a theory, look it up. See what other people or experts say about it. Ask, “Who are ‘they’? Why would these people do this?” If you cannot find good answers, it is probably just a story, not real.
Be careful not to just believe things because they fit what you already think. Always check if there is real proof.
Helping Someone Who Believes in Conspiracies
If you know someone who believes a strange theory, just giving them facts does not always work. Dr. Jolley says it is better to be kind and try to understand where they are coming from.
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He says, “It’s good to approach it with empathy, in a sense of humanizing.” This means talking to the person and listening to them. Try to help them feel understood, instead of just telling them they are wrong.
He adds, “Rather than dealing with the conspiracy theory and saying, ‘here’s the reasons why climate change is happening and vaccines are safe,’ rather let’s think about what that actual journey is, and how can we try and support it with community aspects and, indeed, digital literacy.”
If people feel like they belong and can trust others, they may not believe in wild stories as easily.
Famous Theories About Tupac and Déjà Vu
Some conspiracy theories are about famous people. One example is the rapper Tupac Shakur. He died in 1996 after a shooting. But some people think he did not really die. They believe he is still alive. Some say he moved to Cuba. Others think they saw him in videos years after his death.
There are even famous people who say they are not sure if Tupac died. Suge Knight, a friend of Tupac, once said, “With Pac you never know.” Some fans think they see Tupac in videos online. They write comments like, “Yo, I can’t front, this guy really looks like Pac.” But others say, “Let him rest in peace.”
People want to believe their favorite stars are still around. But most experts say Tupac really died in 1996.
Another idea people wonder about is déjà vu. Déjà vu is when you feel like you have already seen or done something before, even if you know you have not. It can feel strange, like a “glitch in the Matrix.”
What Is Déjà Vu?
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The Cleveland Clinic says almost everyone has felt déjà vu at least once. The words “déjà vu” are French and mean “already seen.” It is a feeling that something happening now has happened before.
Dr. Jean Khoury, a neurologist, says, “Déjà vu is a false sense of familiarity. Your brain creates a sensation as if you have lived a certain situation before, but you’re unable to retrieve it from your memory and cannot identify the actual situation.” He explains that it happens when memory and feeling do not match up.
Some things can make you feel déjà vu more often. If you travel a lot, remember your dreams, have a high education, or have open-minded views, you might feel it more.
One TikTok user, Brandon Monhollen, has a strange theory about déjà vu. He says, “What if when we die, the light at the end of the tunnel is the light to another hospital? There we are born, and the only reason you come out crying is because you remember everything from your past life and you’re crying at the fact that you died and lost everything. As you grow and start to forget your past life, and you focus on the life that you have now, patches of memory stay behind and that memory causes déjà vu.”
It is an interesting idea, but most scientists say déjà vu is just a brain trick.
The Mystery of President Kennedy’s Assassination
One of the biggest conspiracy theories in America is about President John F. Kennedy. He was shot in 1963 in Dallas, Texas. He was riding in a car with his wife and the governor of Texas. After he was shot, he was taken to the hospital but did not survive.
Soon after, police arrested Lee Harvey Oswald and said he was the shooter. But two days later, Oswald was also shot and died. This made people wonder if there was more to the story.
Some people think the government, the mafia, or other groups were involved in President Kennedy’s death. According to lawyer Vincent Bugliosi, there have been many ideas about who did it—some say up to 42 groups and 214 people!
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One famous idea is called the “single bullet theory.” This means one bullet hit both President Kennedy and the governor, causing six wounds but staying in one piece. Some people do not believe this is possible. They think there had to be more shooters.
A YouTube creator, Zackdfilms, made a video showing how the single bullet theory could work. The video explains that the bullet went through President Kennedy, then hit the governor, broke a rib, hit his wrist, and landed in his thigh.
The video says, “The bullet continued exiting the governor’s chest and hitting his right wrist, breaking a bone. Finally, it lodged itself into the governor’s thigh where it stayed until removed by doctors in almost perfect condition.”
The Warren Commission, who studied the shooting, said the single bullet theory is true. But others, like the House Select Committee on Assassinations, said there might have been more than one shooter.
Even today, people still talk about what really happened to President Kennedy. Some want all the secret files about the case to be made public.
How to Think About These Stories
Learning about conspiracy theories can be fun and interesting. But it is important to ask questions and look for real proof. Sometimes stories are made up to trick people or make them scared.
If you hear a theory, try to find out who is saying it and why. Ask if there is evidence. Talk to adults, teachers, or experts if you are not sure.
Remember, not every strange story is true. But it is good to be curious and learn more about history and science.
What You Can Do
If you want to help others, be kind and listen. Try to share facts and help people feel like they are part of your group. The more we learn together, the better we can spot what is real and what is just a story.
Keep asking questions, keep learning, and always try to find the truth!
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