In this intriguing discussion, Rizwan Virk, an MIT graduate and video game pioneer, delves into simulation theory and its links to UFOs and consciousness. He explores the concept of multiverses and whether we are players in a cosmic game. The Mandela Effect and collective memory also take center stage, questioning how realities might diverge. With insights on individual experiences versus societal narratives, Virk highlights how personal UFO encounters could convey messages from advanced beings. A philosophical journey awaits!
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Mandela Effect Explained
The Mandela Effect describes when a group of people remember history differently than the consensus.
It's named after many remembering Nelson Mandela dying in prison, despite him being released and later becoming president.
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Tank Boy Example
Another Mandela Effect example is the Tiananmen Square Tank Boy incident.
Some remember the tank running over the protestor, despite footage showing otherwise.
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Berenstein Bears Example
The "Berenstein Bears" is another famous Mandela Effect example.
Many remember it spelled with "-een," despite officially being "-ain," leading to discussions about the bears' perceived Jewishness.
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American Cosmic
UFOs, Religion, Technology
Diana Pasulka
The Simulated Multiverse
An MIT Computer Scientist Explores Parallel Universes, Quantum Computing, The Simulation Hypothesis and the Mandela Effect
Rizwan Virk
Journey of Souls
Case Studies of Life Between Lives
Michael Newton
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Saved by the Light
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Daniel Brinkley
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The Man in the High Castle
Michelle Charrier
Philip K. Dick
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The Simulation Hypothesis
An MIT Computer Scientist Shows Why AI, Quantum Physics and Eastern Mystics All Agree We Are In a Video Game
Rizwan Virk
In this book, Rizwan Virk draws from research and concepts in computer science, artificial intelligence, video games, quantum physics, and ancient eastern spiritual texts to explain the Simulation Hypothesis. This theory suggests that our physical reality is part of an increasingly sophisticated video game-like simulation, consisting of pixels with its own internal clock run by a giant Artificial Intelligence. The book addresses mysteries of quantum and relativistic physics, such as quantum indeterminacy and parallel universes, and explores the evolution of video game technology towards virtual and augmented reality, artificial intelligence, and quantum computing. Virk also discusses how this theory has been considered by scientists, engineers, and philosophers, including Elon Musk and Nick Bostrom[1][2][5]
Treasure hunt
Rizwan Virk
**This is part 2 of 2**
Andy is joined by MIT graduate, Video game pioneer, best selling author & Galileo Project advisor (among many things), Rizwan Virk to discuss;
Simulation Theory
Multiverse
Are we players in a game of sorts?
Who runs the simulation?
How do UFO's, ghosts and such play into this theory?
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