Ancient Aliens: Utsuro-bune UFO and the 1561 Nuremberg Wood Carving
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Travel back in time this week as Tim and Zach discuss some truly unbelievable stories of ancient - ahem - aliens. Tim starts out the show sharing the bizarre Utsuro-bune incident of a spherical boat (UFO??!!) that washed up in Japan. What did the fishermen find? Did they have contact with an actual extraterrestrial? In the second half of the show, Zach shares the infamous 1561 celestial phenomenon over Nuremberg. What took place over the city skies? Did the citizens of Nuremberg witness an actual UFO battle? And what did newspapers from the day have to say about it? Find out this...
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Jack Parsons: NASA's Magical Past
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Jack Parsons, the inspiration for Iron Man and devotee of Aleister Crowley, was a brilliant loner genius who revolutionized Jet Propulsion and Rocket Science. Without him, NASA would have never gotten off the ground. But without Magick and Thelema, Jack Parsons would never have come up with groundbreaking discoveries. Join the boys this week as they go out to the American Southwest and learn a thing or two about Rockets, Magick, Scientology and espionage.
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Pumapunku and Sanxingdui
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Pumapunku and Sanxingdui are two ancient archaeological sites shrouded in mystery and intrigue. Pumapunku, located in Bolivia, is believed to have been built by the Tiwanaku people over 1,000 years ago. Sanxingdui, located in China, dates back over 3,000 years and is thought to have been built by the Shu culture. In this episode, we explore the fascinating mysteries surrounding the construction and origin of these two sites. Pumapunku's complex stonework and precise engineering have led many to believe it was built by an advanced civilization or even extraterrestrial beings. Sanxingdui's...
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The Large Hadron Collider
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The Large Hadron Collider has been the source of conspiracy theories from the moment it launched. Actually, from even before that. From time travelers to aliens, from black holes to sinister plots to take over the world. This week's Crackpot episode has it all!
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Ouija Boards
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Ouija boards are a type of board game typically used as a tool for communicating with the spirit world. The board itself is usually a flat board with letters of the alphabet, numbers, and other symbols printed on it, along with a planchette, which is a heart-shaped or triangular device with a small window in the center. The players place their fingers on the planchette, which then moves around the board to spell out words, phrases, or answer yes-or-no questions. While many people believe that Ouija boards can be used to communicate with spirits, some people use them as a form of divination or...
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UFOs: Generals, Pilots, and Government Officials
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Leslie Kean published a groundbreaking book in 2010 detailing reports of the UFO phenomena by government officials around the world. This week the boys look at the observations, findings, and mysteries surrounding the detailed investigations by military agents globally. What have thousands of credentialed witnesses seen? What have they experienced? And what have officials determined? Tune in this week to find out!
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Project 2025
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Recorded in early 2024...how close were we?
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The Ape Canyon Bigfoot Attack
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The boys revisit one of their favorite topics: BIGFOOT. This week Tim shares the infamous Ape Canyon bigfoot attack in which miners in the pacific northwest were attacked by - you guessed it - a group of bigfoot! While it may seem like an easy one to dismiss or chalk up to legend, keep in mind there’s an actual canyon named after the incident. So clearly there’s something to it. Tune in this week to find out!
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Heaven's Gate
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This week Zach and Tim talk about the Heaven’s Gate suicide cult. They dive into the history of their charismatic leader and what the cult actually believes, including but not limited to: UFO’s and their own offbrand denomination of Christianity. You won’t want to miss this one, as we guarantee that even if you remember this happening in the late 90s, you probably don’t know half of this wild story.
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UFO Patents
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Dr. Salvatore Pais, a renowned aerospace engineer, has gained significant attention for his groundbreaking inventions that blur the lines between science fiction and reality. These patents, filed on behalf of the US Navy, describe revolutionary technologies that seem straight out of a sci-fi movie. They hint at advanced propulsion systems, anti-gravity devices, and even the possibility of bending space-time. As we delve into the details of these patents, we'll discuss their potential implications for the future of aerospace technology. Are these inventions the key to unlocking interstellar...
info_outlineIn this episode, we'll explore the fascinating world of dowsing, a method used to locate underground water sources, minerals, and other objects. Dowsing is a simple technique that involves using a dowsing rod or pendulum to detect the presence of water or other objects.
We'll also talk about how dowsing can be used in modern-day applications, such as finding lost objects or improving the quality of water sources, and even some less than shady military purposes it’s been used for.
Join us as we delve into the history of dowsing, explore the different types of dowsing tools, and discuss the scientific research behind this technique.