In a rare interview, Lt. Colonel Michael Aquino, a retired U.S. Army officer and founder of the Temple of Set, offers deep insights into consciousness and identity. He explores how personal health challenges shape introspection and discusses dolphin intelligence's implications for understanding consciousness. Aquino reflects on his formative experiences, from Boy Scouts to the Vietnam War. He critiques belief systems, the evolution of the Church of Satan, and the societal fears surrounding the Satanic Panic, blending personal anecdotes with historical context and socio-political commentary.