There is a popular idea that there are conspiracy theories that involve malfeasance of the government in orchestrating events. The conspiracy idea is that these theories are inherently false and thus given the name "conspiracy" as if to downplay or denegrate them. This is a buzz-word that is often used by some to challenge those who would open investigations.
An open mind would not dismiss an idea with a label. To scoff or to laugh at a so-called "conspiracy" theory is to deny any credibility of an idea without giving it necessary thought. This is the problem with information for which the public is given. It is not usually tested and assumptions are made based on prejudices and political bias.
The people on Mudcat appear to be intelligent and aware of current events. This is one of the reasons I bother to read the comments and respond.
Intelligent dialogue on a topic is better than dismissing any out of hand. I have found some very insightful comments from folks on Mudcat which keeps me interested not only in the musical side but the BS side as well.
I don't think that Mudcat is all about "conspiracy theories" any more than the nature of information given officially by the news media or the present administration. An attempt to brand Mudcat as being loony or frivolous because of built-in bias or condescension on the part of those who don't care for dialogue is disingenous.