The Delingpod: The James Delingpole Podcast Dr. Richard B. Spence
Apr 12, 2025
Dr. Richard B. Spence, a History Professor with expertise in espionage, Russian history, and the occult, dives deep into the intriguing intersections of intelligence and belief systems. He navigates the controversial legacy of Aleister Crowley, exploring his ties to espionage during the World Wars. Spence also critiques mainstream climate change narratives, challenging the picture of man-made global warming. Throughout, he emphasizes the complexity of historical narratives and the often-hidden influences of secret societies on major events.
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Conspiracies Shape Russian Revolution
- The Russian Revolution was deeply intertwined with conspiracies and secret societies beyond politics.
- Espionage and occultism further linked revolutionary actors across enemies, highlighting complex cooperation.
History Blends Facts and Interpretation
- History combines about 10% facts and 90% opinion, as facts alone don't tell full stories.
- Multiple narratives can be constructed from the same data to explain events like the JFK assassination.
Beliefs Resist Challenge
- People resist challenges to their beliefs because they often lack true conviction.
- Belief without questioning leads to uncritical acceptance and exclusion of alternative views.
