Renegade scholars Graham Hancock & Randall Carlson discuss cataclysmic events, challenging mainstream science with evidence of ancient civilizations, underwater megalithic sites, and cosmic impacts. They explore historical mysteries, societal consciousness, and the fragility of civilization amidst potential future disasters, emphasizing the importance of supporting scientific inquiry and understanding Earth's history.
The importance of crowdfunding for Comet Research Group to investigate ancient comet impacts on civilizations.
The significance of catastrophes in shaping human history and the need to study hidden cosmic influences.
The resistance faced by researchers proposing global catastrophe theories and the necessity to challenge mainstream scientific paradigms.
The correlation between massive melting events and catastrophic consequences like tsunamis, illustrated through geologic evidence.
Controversies surrounding historical sites like Bosnian pyramids and Chinese pyramids, highlighting skepticism and differing perspectives on their origins.
Exploring mysteries of ancient floods shaping landscapes and the urgency of studying potential cosmic impacts for civilization awareness.
Deep dives
Impact of Comet Research Group Crowdfunding Campaign
Last year, the podcast discussed the importance of a crowdfunding campaign for the Comet Research Group, a team of scientists investigating a massive comet impact on the North American ice cap 12,800 years ago. Inspiring by the podcast, the scientists initiated the campaign to fund further research that had not received official funding. They aim to explore Greenland for nanodiamonds in ice cores and examine an ancient city suspected to be wiped out by a comet impact 4,500 years ago.
Global Catastrophes and Human Civilization Impact
The podcast highlighted the significance of catastrophes in shaping human history, referencing events like the Chelyabinsk meteor impact in 2013. Discussion centered on the Younger Dryas impacts caused by a comet, wiping out multiple species and potentially civilizations. The analysis underscored the need to study the Torrid meteor stream for hidden cosmic influences on civilization and the importance of acknowledging past cataclysms in Earth's history.
Challenges to Acceptance of Catastrophic Events in Mainstream Science
The episode delved into the resistance faced by researchers proposing theories of global catastrophes in history. Mainstream scientists with vested interests in current models find it challenging to accept cataclysmic explanations, seeking to defend gradualism theories instead. The narrative highlighted the need for a shift in paradigms and the inclusion of heretical perspectives to consistently challenge established scientific frameworks.
Evidence of Catastrophic Melting Events and Meltwater Spikes
Citing evidence from marine geologists and oceanographers, the podcast discusses the correlation between massive melting events, such as the documented meltwater spikes 1a and 1b, and catastrophic consequences resembling tsunamis, with specific examples from locations like Montana, Idaho, and Washington, showcasing deep freshwater tsunamis off ice caps.
The Controversy Surrounding Historical and Archaeological Discoveries
The discussion delves into the controversies related to historical and archaeological sites like the Bosnian pyramids and the pyramids in China, with a focus on the skepticism and differing perspectives around their constructions and origins, highlighting Sam Osmanagic's promotion of the Bosnian pyramids and the vast, unexcavated pyramid sites in China.
Geological Evidence Pointing to Ancient Floods
Exploring the geological evidence from locations like Camas Prairie in Western Montana, the conversation reveals massive gravel deposits, river deltas, and rippled landscapes suggesting past gigantic water flows and making comparisons to beach ripples, emphasizing the scale and impact of ancient catastrophic floods.
Ancient Chinese Pyramids and Terracotta Army
The podcast delves into the mysteries of the ancient Chinese pyramids, discussing their terraced agricultural use and recognition as deltas caused by rivers slowing down, supplying sediment creating distinctive ripples, alongside insights into the massive terracotta army in the pyramid site, offering a perspective on ancient Chinese civilizations.
Implications of the Geomorphologic Consequences
Analyzing the geomorphological impacts from the discussed catastrophic melting events and flood evidence, the podcast underlines the significant implications for understanding past civilizations, environmental changes, and the need for further exploration and study of such phenomena to unravel historical mysteries and human interactions with geological forces.
The Stunning Scale of the Ancient Floods
The podcast explores the evidence of a monumental ancient flood that shaped the Pacific Northwest landscape. Massive meltwater streams created scab land tracks and left bare basalt bedrock, exposing the aftermath of cataclysmic events. Examples include the potholes cataract and Coeur d'Alene area, showcasing scars and ripples from glacial activity.
The Impact of Light Pollution on Stargazing
The impact of light pollution on observing the night sky is discussed, emphasizing how modern urban lighting obscures stars and disconnects us from the cosmos. The importance of experiencing the majesty of the night sky, as seen in wilderness areas, is highlighted to rekindle awe and inspiration.
Support for Comet Research and Understanding Cosmic Events
The urgency of supporting the Comet Research Group to study potential cosmic impacts and historical cataclysms is emphasized. Insight into the need for public awareness and funding to address episodic bombardments and potential threats to civilization is provided, underscoring the importance of exploring and preparing for such events.
Giant Floods and Catastrophic Ice Melts
Discussing the aftermath of a mile-high sheet of ice covering North America around 12,000 years ago, leading to catastrophic floods that reshaped the landscape. Evidence of eroded terrains, core samples showing temperature fluctuations, and enormous boulders carried by water icebergs reveal the scale of these events.
Memory of Catastrophic Events and Geological Impacts
Exploring the global memory of ancient cataclysmic floods and impacts, reflected in various flood legends and geological features like giant current ripples. Dissecting the effects of rainfall and impacts on earth formations, linking mass extinctions and significant climate shifts to comet impacts. Recognizing the need for further research and environmental consciousness in understanding Earth's dynamic history.
Graham Hancock is an English author and journalist, well known for books such as "Fingerprints Of The Gods" & his latest book "Magicians of the Gods" is available now. Randall Carlson is a master builder and architectural designer, teacher, geometrician, geomythologist, geological explorer and renegade scholar. Comet Research Group Crowdfunding: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/killer-comets-are-coming/ Magicians of the Gods: http://grahamhancock.com/magicians/ Graham Hancock website: http://grahamhancock.com/ Randall Carlson websites: http://sacredgeometryinternational.com/ & http://geocosmicrex.com/
