The Paranormal Podcast You're Living In A Video Game - The Paranormal Podcast 893
Jul 21, 2025
Rizwan Virk, an MIT grad and tech entrepreneur, dives into the mind-bending concept that we might be living in a sophisticated simulation. He connects video games with ancient texts and quantum physics, suggesting life could mirror game mechanics, including karma and purpose. The conversation touches on near-death experiences, déjà vu, and the Mandela Effect, all raising questions about free will and identity. Virk also explores the implications of AI in our simulated reality and the idea of a multiverse, making for a thought-provoking discussion that challenges our perception of existence.
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VR Ping Pong Sparks Simulation Thought
- Rizwan Virk shares a personal experience with a VR ping pong game that felt surprisingly real.
- This led him to question when fully immersive virtual realities might make us forget we're in a game.
Religious Metaphors as Code
- Ancient religious concepts like angels and recording spirits align with the idea of computer programs tracking our lives.
- These metaphors explain complex simulation ideas in the language of the past.
Life Reviews Like Game Replays
- Near-death experiences often include life reviews that resemble video game replay sessions.
- Rizwan discusses VR replays allowing perspective views similar to these life reviews.
