Otherworld Episode 123: The Story of The Integratron
May 14, 2025
In this discussion, architectural historian Daniel Paul shares insights about George Van Tassel, an aerospace engineer and UFO pioneer who constructed the Integratron in California’s Mojave Desert. Paul explains the origins of the Integratron, designed as a life-extension machine influenced by extraterrestrial communication. He highlights Van Tassel's connection with a mysterious group known as the Council of Seven Lights and shares colorful anecdotes about the unique structure's purpose and acoustic properties. The conversation takes a fascinating turn as Paul reflects on efforts to preserve Van Tassel’s historical archives.
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Integratron's Purpose and Acoustics
- The Integratron is a large wooden dome designed for life extension via regulated electricity.
- Its remarkable acoustics were unintentional, stemming from its unique dome construction.
Van Tassel and Giant Rock Beginnings
- George Van Tassel moved to California, befriended Frank Kritzer living under Giant Rock boulder.
- After Kritzer died in an explosion, Van Tassel acquired the land and started the Giant Rock airstrip and cafe.
Sulganda Visit Sparks UFO Work
- In 1953, Van Tassel claimed contact with extraterrestrial Sulganda who gave him Integratron building instructions.
- This encounter sparked UFO conventions and a campus focused on channeling and space beings' messages.