Title: "The Conspiracy Theories Iceberg They Can't Suppress"
Transcript: "(00:00) Welcome to The Conspiracy Theory Iceberg a series that takes you deep into a world where the line between fact and fiction blurs and the truth is often Stranger Than Fiction whether you're a skeptic or a Believer prepared to question everything you thought you knew also don't forget to like And subscribe and share this video with your various co-conspirators the influential ideas of Edward bernes the father of propaganda Edward bernes is one of of the most influential figures in human hi time to mold public opinion he saw that the techniques used to influence enemy and neutral Nations (01:53) could be repurposed to manipulate the thoughts and behaviors of civilians in everyday life this real ation was the seed that grew into his lifelong advocacy for what he termed the engineering of consent in 1928 bernes published his seminal book which was very literally entitled propaganda in which he argued that the manipulation of the habits and opinions of the masses is a critical element d need to be Guided by those who understand the mechanisms of social control one of the most famous examples of Bern's work is the Torches of Freedom Campaign which he orchestrated on behalf of a Sinister (03:44) Corporation in the 1920s smoking among women was taboo but the industry saw a lucrative Market in changing this perception double your customers and double your profit so the logic went Bernie May ingeniously tied the ACT to the women's Liberation movement staging a now Infamous event w cises of influence are those influences which are made so subtly and gradually that the individual being influenced doesn't even notice the law of attraction and the concept of manifestation have garnered significant attention and popularity in recent years these Concepts hinge on the belief (05:39) that thoughts whether positive or negative can influence one's life experiences the Law of Attraction suggests that like attracts like meaning that if you focus on positive thoughts positive outcomes nd spiritual success The Law of Attraction entered mainstream Consciousness in the early 21st century largely due to the success of the film and book The Secret by Ronda burn the secret popularized The Law of Attraction by presenting it as a form of esoteric knowledge that could lead to wealth health and happiness this work suggests that by focusing on what you want visualizing it (07:29) and maintaining a POS positive mindset you can attract your desires into your life the book and film became action is being suppressed puts forth that powerful entities or groups intentionally prevent widespread knowledge and acceptance of the idea the purpose of this is to maintain control over over the masses proponents of this Theory argue that the principles behind the Law of Attraction Empower individuals to break free from societal financial and certain governmental constraints if widely embraced they believe that this knowledge could lead to a significant shift in power dynamics enabling indivi Law of Attraction against the general populace some argue that quote Doomer content is being deliberately promoted (10:39) to exploit the negative aspects of the Law of Attraction this Theory holds that certain powers or entities are intentionally pushing pessimistic and defeatist narratives to manipulate the Public's mindset dmer content typically includes media and online discussions that emphasize Bleak hopeless outlooks on the future often focusing on economic collapse environmental disaster into a specific case where some theorize this tactic is being used later in the video the new world order or NWO conspiracy theory proposes the existence of a secretive global Elite working to establish an authoritarian World (12:33) Government this Theory suggests that a group of powerful individuals and organizations are conspiring to control the World by manipulating political economic and social systems to serve their own interests the roots of the New World Order conspiracy theory can be tr belief that a global Elite often referred to as globalists are working to undermine National governments and establish a totalitarian World State this Elite is typically described as consisting of powerful individuals from various sectors including International banking politics media and business the theory often identifies specific organizations such as the world (14:26) economic Forum Council on Foreign Relations and and the trilateral commission amongst others as key players in This Global of national sovereignty the theory gained new life in the 1990s and 2000s as economic globalization accelerated and international institutions like the World Trade Organization and the international monetary fund became more prominent for many proponents of the NWO Theory these organizations are seen as tools of the global Elite designed to impose a new form of Economic and political control over nations in recent years the theory has further evolved to incorporate elements of contemporary poli IA sponsored paramilitary group composed of Cuban Exiles although not directly an attempt (17:41) on Castro's life it was part of a broader strategy to overthrow Castro's government which if successful would likely have led to his capture and elimination the failure of this Invasion marked a significant escalation in US efforts to eliminate Castro leading to more covert and direct attempts on his life following the Bay of Pigs the CIA intensified its efforts under the guise of operation [ __ ] a attempts on Castro's life continued into the 1970s and Beyond with each Administration from Eisenhower to Clinton allegedly endorsing various schemes to eliminate him despite these Relentless efforts (19:36) Castro survived each attempt often publicly mocking the US government's failures his survival became a symbol of his resilience and a propaganda victory for his regime in the later years the nature of these attempts evolved becoming more elaborate and involving a wider array of participants ailed assassination attempts against Castro despite the vast resources and Advanced Techniques at the cia's disposal critics argue that the sheer incompetence displayed in these attempts could point to a deliberate effort to maintain Castro as a perpetual Threat by keeping him alive the CIA (21:32) could argue that more funds were needed to counter the Communist threat in the Western Hemisphere notably the agency's budget influence and overall power grew significantly during the 1960s a period m e among Cubans this thus bolstered his legitimacy and rein forced the Revolutionary spirit that was Central to his regime's identity Additionally the image of Castro as a survivor of numerous assassination attempts also played well on the global stage allowing him to position himself as a symbol of resistance against imperialism this narrative was especially powerful in the context of (23:22) the Cold War where Castro's survival became a metaphor for the resilience of socialist and anti Colonial 4:37) mid-5th century as playing cards in Europe they evolved over time into a tool for spiritual guidance and fortune telling particularly from the late 18th century onwards today they are widely associated with mystical and occult practices serving as a bridge between the material and spiritual worlds a typical Tarot deck consists of 78 cards which are divided into two main groups the major Arcana and the minor Arcana the major Arcana consists of 22 cards each depicting significant life events on in the spread representing different aspects of the individual's life the reader then interprets the (26:38) cards based on their positions the images depicted and the traditional meanings associated with each card one of the most critical aspects of tarot reading is the role of intuition while the cards have traditional meanings the interpretation is highly subjective and relies heavily on the read readers intuitive abilities a skilled tarot reader combines their understanding of the card's ful tools for self-reflection and personal growth for example the fool card which represents new beginnings and potential can be interpreted as an encouragement to embrace New Opportunities without fear (28:29) further this card is generally regarded as a card of infinite potential in addition to their psychological significance tarot cards are also associated with esoteric traditions and occult practices some believe that the cards are connected to ancient wisdom from civilizations such as Egyp ublicly declare his beliefs which would later evolve into a complex web of interconnected theories that challenge the very fabric of mainstream understanding of the world I's major contribution to conspiracy theories is the belief that the world is controlled by a race of shapeshifting reptilian humanoids according to ick these (30:27) reptilians are originate from the alpad draconus star system and have been manipulating human history for Millennia ick argues that these reptilians are responsib se of the controversy surrounding his theories David ick has managed to build a substantial following his books lectures and videos have reached millions of people people worldwide some conspiracy theorists posit that David ick himself might be a disinformation agent this Theory suggests that ick using his prominent position as a Critic of global Elites could be intentionally spreading false information to discredit legitimate (32:16) truth Seekers proponents of this Theory argue that the extrem concept of ancient astronauts (33:36) is rooted in the idea of paleo contact the supposed prehistoric interactions between humans and extraterrestrial beings early references to such ideas appeared in the late 19th and early 20th centuries particularly in the realm of Science Fiction with HG Wells being particularly famous for this early fictional accounts laid the groundwork for more serious interpretations of ancient astronaut theories in the decades that followed the theory gained significan ese beings created humans through genetic engineering to mine the planet of resources for them to sustain their (35:32) Interstellar Empire he argued that many ancient texts including the Bible were misinterpreted accounts of real events involving these extraterrestrial visitors sitchin's interpretations of ancient texts were controversial and his work has been criticized by Scholars for inaccuracies in Translation and interpretation nevertheless his ideas have had a last Las in impact on the de apabilities some argue that by attributing the achievements of ancient civilizations to extraterrestrial intervention the theory subtly implies that humans are incapable of such Monumental Feats on our own this could (37:21) Foster a belief that human Innovation creativity and perseverance are insufficient without outside help thus weakening our Collective self-esteem and confidence in what we as a species can accomplish the cover up of the true nature of biblically accurate Angels the portrayal or the intensity of their Divine Light equally fascinating are are the cherubim described primarily in the Book of Ezekiel these beings are depicted with four faces those of a lion an ox a human and an eagle each representing different aspects of God's creation wild animals domesticated animals humanity and birds (39:19) they possess four wings and are said to have bodies like burnished bronze their complex and multifaceted appearance underscores their role as guardians of sacred spaces such as re meant to evoke a sense of the Divine majesty and the fear that often accompanies encounters with the Holy they are not meant to be comforting figures but rather manifestations of God's Will and Power often appearing at pivotal moments in the biblical narrative to convey God's commands or execute judgment one conspiracy theor suggests that the true terrifying appearance of biblically accurate angels has been deliberately obfuscated or downplayed (41:14) throughout history proponents of this Th de Janeiro diving into the Bay's depths (42:33) Marx uncovered a collection of Roman aeri large clay jars typically used by Romans to transport Goods like wine and olive oil the discovery of these Amor initially believed to date back to the 3rd Century ad posed a significant challenge to the accepted Narrative of the America's Discovery if authentic these jars would suggest that Roman Sailors might have reached Brazil over a thousand years before the Portuguese explorer Pedro Alvarez cabal also liberately covering the site with silt to prevent further exploration Mark suggested a conspiracy to preserve the historical narrative (44:27) that honored Portuguese Discovery this claim has been denied by the Brazilian authorities who have attributed Marx's ban from further explorations to allegations of artifact theft despite these controversies some experts have defended the Jar's authenticity Elizabeth will a professor of Classics at MIT and an expert on Roman amperi identified the jars as s date back to the carnival days where matches were predetermined to ensure audience satisfaction and revenue while limiting risk to the performers audiences were blissfully unaware that the spectacles they saw (46:21) which involved great athleticism and legitimate injury were not competitive sports events as wrestling evolved into the spectacle it is today the concept of kayab emerged a term used to describe the portrayal of events within wrestling as real despite their scripted nature this co t the elite enjoy watching professional wrestling largely because of the persistent belief amongst the masses that the outcomes are fixed proponents of this conspiracy theory argue that wrestling is also used for predictive programming or as a subtle gesture to the elites who are watching and know the truth of the sport one of (48:11) the most popular wrestling factions in the 1990s was even named the new world order this wrestling faction with its Narrative of taking over the WCW and maintainin ext morning the official explanation given by those close to Lewis including Thomas Jefferson and William Clark was that he had chosen to end himself they cited his well documented bouts of depression and earlier attempts at this act Jefferson himself mentioned Lewis's sensible depressions of mind and noted that Lewis had arranged his Affairs in a way that suggested he anticipated his own passing however this explanation has been challenged over the years some (50:11) believe that Lewis might ha ants and historians alike calling (51:24) for his remains to be exuded to allow for modern forensic analysis despite advances in technology that could potentially shed light on the mystery the National Park Service has denied these requests citing concerns over the Integrity of the grave site the theory that us governmental agencies such as the FBI and CIA exert control over organized crime is a conspiracy theory that has gained significant popularity in the last decades this perspective is fuel tage and fostering intelligence connections cooperation with organized crime figures hasn't just been limited to Italian and Italian-American Mafia organizations for instance in postwar (53:25) Japan the US occupation government freed members of the Yakuza from prison and gave them access to large quantities of illicit drugs to sell these freed Yakuza members were given free reign over their traditional domains however the occupation government wanted them to play a role in suppressing left-wing t has led to significant prosecutions of Mafia figures since the 1970s This legal tool has been instrumental in dismantling organized crime networks raising questions about why a government agency would [ __ ] entities it supposedly controls however conspiracy theorists argue that the RICO Act is applied (55:13) selectively only to those who have fallen from Grace or who will no longer play ball spring heeled Jack is a figure from Victorian folklore known for his terrifying appearance and extrao remove his cloak and breathe blue and white flames in her face and tear at her clothes with his claws this creature then quickly jumped away before anyone could come to Jane's assistance on February 28th 1838 shortly after the alsop incident 18-year-old Lucy scales and her sister were on their way home from visiting their brother during her police interview Lucy scales recounted that while passing through Green Dragon alley they (57:12) encountered a cloaked figure lurking in a corner as Lucy ap (58:29) or simply a maob prank this was supported by the suggestion that the Marquis of Waterford known for his wild Antics might have been one of the people behind the early appearances however other explanations leaned towards the supernatural with suggestions that he could be a malevolent Spirit or minion of the devil modern theories propose that he could be an extra terrestrial being due to his unnatural abilities and characteristics though this theory was completely unknown contemporaneousl ver be known it's no surprise that the legend of spring heeled Jack has persisted long after his sightings have (1:00:27) stopped he became a staple character in Victorian folklore and has seen a great Resurgence in interest all around the world in the early 21st century the veila incident on September 22nd 1979 a US veila satellite detected a mysterious double flash of light in the South Atlantic near the Prince Edward Islands the veila satellites were designed to detect atmospher nuclear explo n suggestions included potential tests by Pakistan India the Soviet Union or France some Declassified documents and intelligence reports suggested that the two countries might have collaborated on a clandestine nuclear test despite these (1:02:20) suspicions the US government was reluctant to officially confirm the nuclear test hypothesis a panel of scientists known as the Runa panel was convened to examine the data They concluded that the flash was unlikely to be a nuclear explosion they sugges t D Plaza and her apparent filming of the motorcade during the assassination has made her a central figure in the many conspiracy theories that surround the event photographic and video evidence show the Babushka lady standing near Elm Street where the president was struck down unlike others in the vicinity who reacted with shock and fear the Babushka (1:04:18) lady remained calm and continued filming the scene even as chaos unfolded around her this unusual behavior combined with her prime locat mages despite these inconsistencies Oliver's claim has persisted in public discourse partly because no other credible individual has come forward to claim the the identity of the Babushka lady the idea that this woman could hold a piece of undiscovered evidence has kept the speculation alive and her story has been a staple in the various conspiracy theories surrounding JFK some theories even suggest that the Babushka lady's camera might have been something more Sinister like a weapon (1:06:19) d e traveler who had come to observe the event proponents of this idea argue that (1:07:35) her calm demeanor during the shooting suggests that she was not surprised by the events because she already knew what would happen this could explain why she continued filming While others fled or ducked for cover as a time traveler her Mission might have been to document this pivotal moment in history without interfering adhering to the commonly held belief in time travel lore that one must not alter the p heories and speculations about the circumstances surrounding it coob Bain born in 1967 in Aberdine Washington Rose to fame with Nirvana's groundbreaking Album never (1:09:25) mind which included hits like Smells Like Teen Spirit he was known for his erratic behavior and frequent substance use which compounded his health problems and personal struggles in March 1994 Cobain's Behavior became increasingly alarming he was found unresponsive in Rome after an overdose which some claim was an attempt t n his system on the toxicology report he also points to alleged inconsistencies in the note and suspicious Behavior by love as reasons for his doubts additionally various individuals close to Cobain including his grandfather and some fans have expressed their belief that the circumstances of (1:11:26) his passing are suspicious despite these theories official reviews of the case including a reexamination by the Seattle police in 2014 have upheld the original findings the police have stated that BC hyperboria was often associated with Apollo the Greek god of the sun music and poetry the hyperboreans were described as devout worshippers of Apollo sending him gifts and in return they enjoyed a peaceful existance free from the hardships of war and disease the connection between Apollo and hyperboria was deeply ingrained in Greek mythology with Legends stating that Apollo himself would visit (1:13:26) hyperboria during the winter months the geographical location of hyperboria was a subject d a (1:14:48) significant effect upon all subsequent historical and geographical analyses of this supposed region despite these doubts the legend of hyperboria persisted with various cultures beyond the Greeks mentioning Northern environments in the fall of 2001 the United States experienced a series of Anthrax attacks which compounded the national anxiety already heightened by 911 the anthrax letters were first mailed on September 18th 2001 targeting media outlets and political figures these at his name the FBI's intense investigation into this individual included surveillance and multiple invasive (1:16:44) searches he was eventually completely exonerated and won a substantial settlement from the US government for defamation attention then turned to Dr Bruce Ivans another scientist at the US Army Medical Research Institute of infectious diseases the FBI linked Ivan to the anthrax used in the attacks based on his access to the strain and other circumstantial evidence Ivan's behavior du t conclusive and flawed some suggest that Ivan's Mental Health struggles were exacerbated by the intense pressure of the investigation possibly leading to his demise a government accountability (1:18:34) office report also highlighted deficiencies in the FBI's investigative techniques casting further doubt on the official narrative the ucini Mysteries among the most significant religious rights in ancient Greece were held annually in honor of demer and pany in the city of alus these ceremonies c ies served as a preliminary stage purifying initiates and preparing them for the greater Mysteries the greater mysteries in involved a grand procession from Athens to elus purification rituals sacrifices and fasting participants drank a special potion called kikon which some scholars believe may have contained psychoactive (1:20:39) ingredients to induce Visions upon arriving at elus initiates entered the telesterion a large Hall that could accommodate thousands of people inside secretive ritual odosius I officially ended the mysteries in 392 ad as part of a broader effort to eliminate Pagan practices the final blow came with the invasion of allor King of the Goths who desecrated the sacred site in 396 ad however it is speculated that some of the practices associated with the elini Mysteries were adapted into local christian ritual and belief further According to some theories these beliefs and practices of (1:22:42) the eluc inian Mysteries were subsequently adopted by secret societies urce of collapse is (1:24:01) diverse but is generally due to factors like environmental degradation economic instability and Corruption at all levels of society this subculture is epitomized by the Doomer meme which typically features a young man in a black hoodie embodying a sense of Despair and resignation the Doomer phenomenon has expanded Beyond mere meme culture it has become a lens through which many young people particularly those disillusioned with the current state of the world view th g when nothing is being done this Theory ties into broader discussions about the role of psychological operations in the online space with the rise of social media (1:25:56) scops have conspiracy theorists argue evolved from traditional propaganda to more sophisticated forms of subtle influence the anonymous and viral nature of Reddit content makes it difficult to trace the origins of specific narratives allowing for the seamless integration of scop tactics throughout the site the Aurora inciden extraterrestrial life influenced by contemporary astronomical theories and the widespread Mars fever of the era the materials found at the crash site were described as being made of a metal resembling aluminum and silver and there were claims of mysterious hieroglyphic pap papers found with the (1:27:56) pilot over the years the incident has attracted significant attention and skepticism leading many to speculate about the authenticity of the event investigations throughout the 20th century incl er consciousness this esoteric concept is most commonly associated with the chakras in Hinduism and the pineal gland in modern interpretations the third eye is traditionally seen as a mystical and esoteric Concept in various spiritual Traditions particularly in Hinduism and Buddhism in Hinduism the third eye is associated with the ajna chakra located between the eyebrows which is considered the the center of intuition intellect (1:29:57) and spiritual Insight this chakra is believed to connect i the brain the pineal gland has been a (1:31:19) subject of Fascination due to its connection with light sleep regulation and and the production of melatonin some holistic practitioners and spiritual teachers believe that the pineal gland when activated can lead to the Awakening of the third eye thereby enhancing intuition and spiritual Insight the association between the third eye and the 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Edward Bernays and Propaganda: Edward Bernays, a key figure in the development of modern propaganda, repurposed techniques used for influencing nations to manipulate public opinion and behaviors. His famous campaign, "Torches of Freedom," linked cigarette smoking with women's liberation to boost sales (00:00 - 03:44).
Law of Attraction and Suppression Theories: The Law of Attraction, popularized by "The Secret," suggests that positive thinking can attract desired outcomes. Some believe powerful entities suppress this idea to maintain control, while others argue that pessimistic media content manipulates public mindset to undermine the Law of Attraction (05:39 - 10:39).
New World Order Conspiracy: The New World Order (NWO) theory posits a secret global elite working to establish an authoritarian world government. This elite supposedly manipulates political, economic, and social systems through organizations like the World Economic Forum and the Council on Foreign Relations (12:33 - 14:26).
CIA and Castro Assassination Attempts: The CIA made numerous failed attempts to assassinate Fidel Castro, leading to speculation that maintaining Castro as a threat served to justify increased funding and influence for the agency (17:41 - 21:32).
Tarot, Ancient Astronauts, and Conspiracies: Tarot cards, originally used for divination, have been linked to occult practices. Theories about ancient astronauts and reptilian humanoids, such as those popularized by David Icke, propose extraterrestrial influences on human history and biblical accounts (23:22 - 30:27).
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The Reptilian Conspiracy Theory (30:27): David Icke's theory posits that a race of shapeshifting reptilian humanoids, originating from the Alpha Draconis star system, manipulates human history. Critics argue that Icke might be spreading false information to discredit legitimate truth seekers.
Ancient Astronaut Theories (33:36): Theories suggest that ancient extraterrestrial beings influenced human history and civilizations. Prominent figures like Zecharia Sitchin argued that ancient texts, including the Bible, misinterpret interactions with these beings. Critics say these theories undermine human achievements and creativity.
Biblically Accurate Angels (37:21): Some theorists argue that the true appearance of biblically described angels, like the cherubim, has been obscured throughout history. These beings, depicted with multiple faces and wings, are seen as manifestations of divine power rather than comforting figures.
Roman Artifacts in Brazil (42:33): An alleged discovery of Roman artifacts in Brazil challenges traditional narratives about the Americas' discovery. Some claim a conspiracy to suppress these findings to preserve historical accuracy, though Brazilian authorities deny such claims.
Victorian Folklore and Modern Wrestling (46:21): The legend of Spring-Heeled Jack, a Victorian figure with supernatural abilities, endures in folklore. Theories suggest his story may have influenced modern wrestling, which some believe is used for predictive programming by elites.
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