A viral podcast clip on TikTok claimed that Earth will lose gravity for 7 seconds on August 12, 2026, allegedly causing 40 million deaths. The hoax cited a fake 'leaked NASA document' called Project Anchor. NASA has explicitly debunked this claim, and we trace how a satire piece transformed into viral panic.

<p>This episode was generated with AI assistance.</p>

A viral podcast clip on TikTok claimed that Earth will lose gravity for 7 seconds on August 12, 2026, allegedly causing 40 million deaths. The hoax cited a fake 'leaked NASA document' called Project Anchor. NASA has explicitly debunked this claim, and we trace how a satire piece transformed into viral panic. This episode was generated with AI assistance.

Will Earth Lose Gravity for 7 Seconds in 2026? The 'Project Anchor' Hoax Explained

Digitally savvy viewers who love debunking viral claims, unraveling internet hoaxes, and discovering the real science behind popular myths and misconceptions.

This episode was produced with the assistance of artificial intelligence, including script research, narration, and visual production. All images and illustrations are generated using artificial intelligence for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to represent actual persons, living or dead, or real situations.

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Digitally savvy viewers who love debunking viral claims, unraveling internet hoaxes, and discovering the real science behind popular myths and misconceptions. This episode was produced with the assistance of artificial intelligence, including script research, narration, and visual production. All images and illustrations are generated using artificial intelligence for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to represent actual persons, living or dead, or real situations.

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Will Earth Lose Gravity for 7 Seconds in 2026? The 'Project Anchor' Hoax Explained

Will Earth Lose Gravity for 7 Seconds in 2026? The 'Project Anchor' Hoax Explained