From a very young age, American children across the country are indoctrinated in cultural stories that are both untrue and harmful. While they hide behind kernels of truth, the stories of Columbus and The First Thanksgiving have served to create and promote a national identity as well as a variety of political agenda's. Among these agenda's - the diminishment of crimes perpetuated against the indigenous people's of North America. On this episode, Michael explores why we choose believe and promote stories that are untrue and cause harm to others.