Former major‑league baseball player Jose Canseco sat down for a recent episode of the All the Smoke podcast and shared his views on a range of popular conspiracy theories. When asked to rank each theory on a scale of one to ten, Canseco gave the existence of Bigfoot a perfect ten, saying he believes an unknown species is being concealed by the government.
Other theories discussed
Canseco was less convinced about the moon‑landing hoax, assigning it a five and noting, “I don’t know much about that science area, moon landing and outer space, so I’ll say five.” He also expressed that he does not consider himself a flat‑earther and does not think professional sports teams deliberately tank games.
Regarding the idea that celebrities use body doubles for security reasons, Canseco said, “I would say some do for security reasons, that can walk around or distract other people. Yes.” He dismissed the Loch Ness Monster and said he is not currently convinced that Area 51 is being used to hide anything, though he acknowledged it may have served that purpose in the past.
Atlantis and alien contact
When asked about the legendary island of Atlantis, Canseco replied, “It was real at one point. Not today, no.” On the subject of extraterrestrials, he was unequivocal, stating, “100% times infinity. As a matter of fact, I believe we have some type of agreements with aliens.” He added that he believes alien visitation is a certainty.
Sports scripting claim
Canseco also addressed a claim that professional sports are scripted, arguing that such a notion is impossible because “there’s no way something physical that happens so fast it can be scripted.” He emphasized that the speed and spontaneity of athletic competition make pre‑determined outcomes implausible.
The interview also included personal anecdotes, including a story about meeting his future second wife at a Hooters restaurant and a footrace he once ran against Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson. While these details added color to the conversation, the focus remained on Canseco’s perspective on various conspiracy topics.
Public reaction
Listeners have responded with a mix of curiosity and skepticism. Some appreciate Canseco’s willingness to discuss unconventional ideas, while others question the credibility of his claims. The podcast episode highlights the ongoing public fascination with mysteries such as Bigfoot, alien contact, and alleged government secrecy.
Regardless of where one stands on these issues, the interview underscores the broader cultural interest in exploring the unknown and the ways public figures can influence that conversation.
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