Robert Cabrales

Robert Cabrales delves into the origins of Hyperstition, the intriguing idea that fiction can shape reality through belief. He revisits William Burroughs' concepts of time and control, emphasizing the impact of magick and semiotics. The conversation features explorations of the CCRU, the mystical Lemurian Time War, and notable figures like Aleister Crowley and Lovecraft. Cabrales and Burroughs dissect how these narratives intertwine, revealing the liberating potential of merging fiction with our understanding of reality.

Robert Cabrales, an insightful thinker on hyperstition and memes, dives deep into how narratives shape our reality. He unpacks feedback loops using 'The Sixth Sense' and examines memes like 'Pepe the Frog' as tools in political chaos. Their discussion reveals how virtual and actual realities intertwine, and how cultural artifacts gain unanticipated meanings. The conversation also touches on conspiracy theories and the impact of figures like Bob Lazar, highlighting the fluid nature of truth and identity in contemporary culture.