The Conspiracy Theories Iceberg They Can't Suppress

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 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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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NASA revealed TOP- SECRET Materials : The Alien Pyramid Under Antarctica...

Transcript: "(00:00) [Music] so what comes to your mind when you hear the word Antarctica most likely cold snow ice and Penguins yet this is one of the least explored regions in the world that hides many strange and unique things check them out you don't have to go to Antarctica to see this weird thing all you need to do is open Google Earth and move to one of the southernmost islands of Antarctica King George Island recently internet users have noticed a large and pretty strange cave entrance there where do es this wide dark passage (00:34) lead people started making suggestions it's the entrance to a secret base or some laboratory this is the part of the spaceship that crashed there thousands of years ago this is the door to the ancient city of Antarctica perhaps there's a giant rock mountain with an ancient cave beneath all the snow and ice well there's some ideas users have calculated the approximate dimensions of this cave in might be about 74 ft high and 250 ft wide you could hide a Boeing pas senger jet in there nature probably (01:08) created this entrance this is a logical explanation but there are two strange factors first take a look at the foot of the mountain it seems that there are steps there they're dark in color as if they're made of stone and if you look closely you can notice something similar to human Footprints has anyone entered this cave or maybe some someone is still living there now the second odity is The Disappearance of the mysterious finding for the first time p eople noticed it in a Google map snap in 2007 then the (01:42) entrance disappeared then it reappeared a few years later after that it vanished and in 2022 people saw it again perhaps old snow melts a new layer Falls and then the wind blows it away and the cycle repeats but the alleged St Maps leading deep into the cave make one doubt the natural origin of this tunnel you can easily find the coordinates on the internet and visit the cave via Google Earth you might see something there and tell th e world there's another strange thing people discovered with the help of Google Earth in 2020 one user (02:19) found a strange object that looked like a giant ship 100 Mil off the coast of Antarctica it was covered with ice and snow and lying on its side it looked like a CR ship you could notice the windows the deck and the bridge but not all people agreed with this some claimed it was a spaceship others said it was some kind of secret building the user who first noticed the ship stated that it size was about 400 ft which is the perfect length for a passenger vessel but what is this ship doing in such a remote place in the (02:54) middle of a glacier how did it get here who was its captain no one has found the answers to these questions yet in 2016 people using Google Earth discovered a photo of an unknown sea monster floating off the coast of Antarctica this creature resembled a giant squid with a length of about 200 ft this is slightly shorter than three train cars just imagine this Kraken swimming in Antarctica's dark icy waters and dragging to the bottom everything it meets on its way maybe it's the great and terrible chulu or one of its (03:31) Offspring you will quickly notice this Blood Red waterfall among Antarctica's endless dazzling white Landscapes don't worry it's not blood for many centuries the waterfall has been painting snow in a bright red color the stream flows straight out of a white Iceberg let's look inside and find out what's happening there millions of years ago there was a small Crystal Clear Pond but then a glacier formed around it a thick layer of Vice and snow blocks sunlight heat and oxygen access for Millennia the (04:05) reservoir remained in this cold vacuum but at one point the water made a hole in the icy wall and broke out when this salty water comes into contact with oxygen it immediately turns Scarlet or Rusty Antarctica is the only place where you can find such a unique natural phenomenon one of the driest places on Earth is loca ted in Antarctica it's one of the most lifeless deserts in the world the McMurdo dry valleys in this desert you won't see the scorching Sun hot sand and cacti a desert means a place with a lack of precipitation in (04:41) life the McMurdo dry valleys meet these parameters but this place is also unique for Antarctica since you won't find glaciers there despite the frost ice can't form in the desert because it hasn't rain for millions of years there it also never snows a strong wind coming from th e mountains reaches speeds up to 200 mph it would be difficult for you to stay on your feet there the wind is filled with moisture it heats up and evaporates all the liquid and snow in the desert because of its high speed only dry air reaches the ground but you (05:16) can find several Lakes there they don't freeze only thanks to the high concentration of salt the water is so salty that large life forms can't develop there but scientists have found microscopic organisms near the lake 20 million years ago Antarctica was filled with swamps trees and swarming with insects and animals but now it resembles the surface of Mars literally scientists and astronauts are exploring such regions as the McMurdo dry valys since the natural conditions there are similar to those on the red planet so (05:51) before you go to Mars you can practice living in similar places on Earth also scientists discovered an underwater world in the Antarctic filled with hundreds of amphipods crustacean animals similar to shrimp wait a minute it happened in the Antarctic but the McMurdo dry valleys are located in Antarctica well the words are very similar but what is the difference oh and don't forget the Arctic the Antarctic is the region in the southernmost part of Earth that houses the continent of Antarctica and the Arctic is another land altogether they (06:26) have the same natural conditions Frost ice and snow but they're located in different parts of the planet the Arctic is at the North Pole Antarctic a is at the South Pole now back to the Discovery scientists put forward theories that the ice of the Antarctic hides a vast network of freshwater rivers and lakes and in 2022 they found a new ecosystem researchers explored the Antarctic Ross ice shelf and its underwater Rivers this is a massive piece of ice floating in the ocean a team from New Zealand uses special drilling rig equipped with a hot (07:02) water supply to drill a hole 1,640 ft deep that's more than the height of the Empire State Building then they lowered some video cameras and saw thousands of crustations swimming in different directions so it seems they're very unorganized in the waters of the Antarctic you can also meet some of the scariest creatures on the planet these are sea spiders they got this name because they resemble land spiders but they're actually a species of of marine arthropods and unlike land spiders those in the ocean are much larger they look (07:36) like eight strong legs without a body one such sp ider can be a dinner plate in with some of them have no eyes and have probos instead of Jaws sea spiders are poorly studied because they live in deep cold Waters Antarctica hides many little known animals they are long tunnels in its glaciers leading to scary Darkness on this cold continent people found the remains of giant dinosaurs and other ancient creatures such as the ancestors of modern Ducks many underground rivers and lakes hide unexplored Wildlife even (08:11) the ice here can be weird take a look at these striped icebergs they have blue black green and turquoise shapes the color depends on the conditions of the water during freezing for example green lines appear because of algae blue ones form when the water freezes too quickly okay I'm freezing time to go thaw somewhere warmer Hawaii yeah we've all dreamed of visiting the Arctic and witnessing the natural wonders of polar bears frolicking on Ice flows or the Aurora Borealis dancing across the sky well sorry to break it to ( 08:47) you but you won't find any tourists flocking to Antarctica anytime soon why you may ask let's dive into it first off where is Antarctica it's located in the southern hemisphere spere specifically at the South Pole the southern ocean surrounds it and most of the continent is covered by Ice making it one of the most remote and frigid places on Earth now have you ever met someone who's visited Antarctica probably not it's one of the least visited places on the planet and only a handful of Lu cky (09:20) explorers have seen its interior which is mostly made up of glaciers and Ice Fields but trust me when I say the wildlife and scenery are out of this World why shouldn't you travel to Antarctica well for starters the environment is incredibly fragile and can be easily damaged plus there are no native human populations on the continent so your travels would essentially be like visiting an uninhabited Island and let's not forget that it's also one of the most expensive destinations to t ravel to despite all (09:54) that Antarctica is not exactly guarded like a fortress but there is an international agreement called the Antarctic treaty this treaty was negotiated to prevent any unwanted activity on the continent and bans some forms of testing done there by member states but the primary reason we can't just Waltz into Antarctica is that it has a delicate ecosystem that needs protection the treaty states that Antarctica should be used for peaceful purposes only and should be free from any human activity that could harm the (10:27) environment scientists are still learning about the continent's unique ecosystem and our activity and machines could disrupt the delicate balance that exists there if you're still itching to go to Antarctica getting permission isn't exactly a walk in the park US citizens for example need to complete a special form and send it to the office of ocean and polar Affairs and once you're there you'll need to follow some strict guidelines to protect t he environment like not disturbing any Wildlife or taking souvenirs like rocks (11:00) plants or animals now technically can you live in Antarctica while there are no laws Banning people from living there permanently it's a very inhospitable environment and unsuitable for human habitation temperatures can reach 76° F and Below making it nearly impossible for anyone to survive without the proper equipment and experience plus the nearest piece of land is over 1,000 Mi away making any inhabitants c ompletely cut off from the rest of the world who knows maybe one day we'll get the chance to visit this unique and fascinating (11:37) continent but until then let's admire it from afar let's now talk a bit about the discovery of Antarctica unlike other places that were already inhabited Antarctica never had a native human population ancient Greek philosophers had an idea about the continent and called it antaros meaning opposite the bear the Bears it refers to are not the polar ones though but rather the great and little bear constellations which are only observable in the northern hemisphere as a result the term signifies the opposite of the land of (12:15) the bear whaling and sealing voyages in the late 1700s and early 1800s would venture further south when rounding Cape Horn at the tip of South America it was known that going further South often meant stronger winds but also the risk of hitting floating ice of all sizes and of winds and seas that could prove dangerous to the ship ous as part of a 2-year exploratory Expedition around the world to discover new lands the captain ships were the first to have crossed the Antarctic Circle since cook the first Undisputed landing on Antarctica didn't happen until much (13:30) later on January 24th 1895 at Cape Adar during the Wailing Voyage of the ship Antarctic led by Henrik bull a small boat with six or possibly seven men on board rode ashore during calm conditions you might not believe it but Antarctica is actually a desert w found themselves elves in a bit of a pickle when it comes to time you see unlike the rest of us on this big blue planet there is no Antarctica time zone all the lines of longitude meet at a single point at the South Pole making it a bit of a heads scratcher when trying to figure out what time it (15:17) is now you might be thinking but how do the scientists and researchers keep track of time down there good question they typically stick to the time zone of the country they departed from however he largest species of penguin on Earth it's called the emperor penguin sure these creatures are flightless birds but that doesn't mean they can't jump in fact some of them can leap up to 120 in and let's not forget about the seals with their furry bodies and special songs these marine mammals are protected by the Antarctic treaty and they're thriving in the Cool Waters of the (16:58) Southern Ocean too but the real stars of the show are the whales during the Antarctic summer these huge creatures al area and that means it's almost twice the size of Australia want to see real meteorites go to Antarctica due to its dry climate Antarctica is one of the best places to observe space but what's even greater is that you can find meteorites on the White surface of the continent scientists have already plucked about 45,000 meteorites from the ice and they think they can see another 300,000 since there aren't many terrestrial rocks there it's easy for (18:43) them to spot them thanks to their dark ains but this was nothing next to what they had discovered under Antarctica's ice so what is it drum roll please NASA found two new subglacial lakes and what's even cooler about it is that they spotted these Lakes from space how is that if your answer is high-tech satellites then you're right in 2003 NASA launched a satellite called ice sat it measured ice sheet mass balance and cloud and aerosol Heights the satellite also helped create the ice free map of Antarctica in 2010 the European Space ( t how water moved for many years that started to change in 2007 (22:06) when data gathered from the ice sat provided insight into what hides beneath the surface they first discovered an entire network of meltwater lakes connected under Antarctica's fastf flowing ice streams and there were hundreds of them scripts institution of oceanography glaciologist Helen Amanda fricker figured that the elevation changes measured by Ice saat happened because of the Dynamics of these Lakes they did not hold m ice slips into the oceans and seas and that means they can evaluate how the added freshwater May alter marine ecosystems this discovery may also suggest whether life is under the ice (23:53) wow scientists drilled through about 354 ft of ice and found that water samples taken from one of the Lakes contained approximately 10,000 bacterial cells per milliliter such a high number of bacterial life is a good sign because that means the icy waters might also support higher life forms such as micro an little penguins consider these animals the locals because there is no native population in Antarctica it's a no man's land because no single country owns it but do you know who really owns it five different species of penguins seals and killer whales haha despite the continent's harsh (25:48) conditions you can visit it as a tourist for fishing and research purposes around 5,000 people reside on the continent during summer at research stations but when winter comes the number naturally drops dow lsworth mountains a range over 250 Mi long so they're just mountain peaks that have broken through the ice sheet as for their particular shape it's just a coin ents pyramids are found throughout nature the matter horn in the Alps and mount balance sinder in Iceland for example are quite similar in terms of shape as for the official name of these Peaks they're called nun attacks or (27:42) peaks of rock peaking through a glacier or an ice sheet Antarctica has way more incredible features like the e 6 months of daylight in the summer followed by 6 months of complete darkness during the colder season so scientists working here stay on average in the same time zone they've come [Music] from The Blood Falls aren't a chapter of a thriller movie they are merely a (29:18) series of waterfalls located in one of the driest regions of Antarctica they emerge from an underground Lake filled with a special type of bacteria the these little organisms use sulfates as fuel instead of sugars which makes to 23 in long but it's still the Antarctic largest terrestrial animal a lot of Antarctic fish also come with an anti-free substance in their blood they don't necessarily need it for protection against the cold temperature but mostly against touching ice these antire Es are made up of large glycoprotein molecules they surround any small ice crystals that may form making sure they don't (31:06) spread through the animals tissues which could cause a lot of damage they also create a sort of small p hat lower temperature is adjustable depending on the substance itself and the amount that has been placed into the water Antarctica was the last official continent to be discovered it remained completely unseen until the 1820s but it took another 20 years to confirm it was actually a continent and not just a group of icy Islands just because it's really cold here doesn't mean you can't go on a date here one December night an American scientist that was posted in Antarctica (32:53) logged into a ot scared of the cold you'll (34:00) surely freak out when you hear about the winds here that's because Antarctica is for the most part the windiest place on earth wind speeds have been reported here to reach even 200 mph the largest volcanic region on Earth is not in Africa or Japan but under the ice of Antarctica scientists found 138 volcanoes in its western part and if they decide to go wild you'll surely notice it they could melt huge amounts of ice that will move into the ocean raise its le t say it shouldn't go wild anytime soon Antarctica also has plenty of ferals those are volcanic vents that release gases and Vapors into the air in the (35:49) right conditions they can spew out enough stuff to build feric ice towers up to 10 ft tall scientists keep an eye on the antar an Arctic volcanoes with seismometers that detect when the earth starts trembling from volcanic activity sometimes they also use more complicated Tech but it's all really challenging because of how far away this p ious amount of melt water the West Antarctic ice sheet is wet and not frozen to its bed so this meltwater would work as a lubricant and set the overlying ice into motion soon the volume of water that even a large volcano would generate in this way is nothing compared to the (37:30) volume of ice beneath it so a single eruption wouldn't make a difference but several volcanoes erupting close to or beneath any of the western Antarctica's big ice streams would those ice streams are rivers of ice tha ouldn't be the end of the world a super strong super angry super volcano could do it though and it has already happened in the past over 200 million years ago the world went through a major makeover with not one not two but four massive volcanic eruptions and huge pulses the super volcano called Camp had been erupting over and over for 600,000 years it all happened in rangelia a large chunk of (39:18) land that used to be a super massive volcano stretching across what's now British Columbia in A us volcanic eruption in US history it followed 2 months of earthquakes an injection of magma below the volcano that weakened and destroyed the entire North Face of the mountain the eruption column went 880,000 ft into the atmosphere and spread Ash over 11 US states and several Canadian provinces the last Yellowstone eruption was a thousand times greater than that the ground above Yellowstone sits on a hot spot made of molten and semi molten rock called magma this magma stuff flows into a chamber llowstone Caldera today experts say a massive eruption like the last one is an unlikely (42:10) scenario we're more likely to see eruptions of steam and hot water or lava flows when and with what force it will wake up remains a mystery to scientists it was one of the biggest creatures ever to roam the Earth it was longer than your average school bus and could easily weigh more than 10 elephants combined but where did it live how did it end up having this size and most importantly why is it extin that the temperature of the surrounding environment affects the animals body size because they either need to conserve or shed heat the Megalodons that reach cooler Waters probably needed more body weight to make (43:51) sure they survived in low temperatures on the contrary those living in warmer Waters had to be small to avoid burning up but what did this enormous fish look like most modern depictions show the Megalodon resembling an enormous great white shark but well it seems it may not nece you a better picture that means it could have easily gulped down two adult people side by side wait which two adults those impressive Jaws also feature 200 76 teeth based on Modern reconstructions of the force of its bite it looks like it may have been one of the most if not the most powerful animals of prey ever to existed for (45:39) comparison humans can have a bite force of around 1300 Newtons today great white sharks have been estimated to be able to bite down with a force of over 18,000 N a lot but have I mentioned where it comes from when translated from Greek it means giant tooth ah those clever Greeks however this giant shark's full scientific name is a bit more complicated karles Megalodon but are these gigantic Predators actually extinct we tend to believe so but let's be honest for a second we've come to know more about the surface of Mars than the depths of our oceans like we've only explored 15% of (47:23) our oceans altogether who knows what may be lying out there in th s to (48:32) survive here the Megalodon would also need to learn to navigate in complete darkness that means they would have to either become luminescent or evolve to grow massive eyes like the giant squid while it may sound like an intriguing and good idea for a movie script most scientists don't think it's possible why well most of them say it's because of the Megalodon size most Foods that megalodons like to eat live in shallow ocean areas and not in the deep deep sea Specialists believe that or so long mostly because of its unbeatable size I mean they can make a meal out of almost everything in the sea at the time we may (50:13) think about both of them as prehistoric creatures but the Megalodons and the dinosaurs never coexisted on Earth the dinosaurs probably died out about 66 million years ago Megalodon seem to have appeared a bit later that's because the oldest Megalodon fossils we have yet discovered are from the myosin Epoch which began 23 million years ago so long [Music] mag cience fiction movie are you dreaming are you seeing things nope it's a76 it's real and it's currently on the Move what could happen to it is anyone's guess well scientists have a few (52:02) theories but let's get a grasp of its size first the iceberg is 110 Mi long and 16 Mi wide it's basically the shape of a gigantic finger if you were standing at the coast of Dober looking across the English Channel toward France the iceberg would be almost as wide the channel is 21 M across at its narrowest the beginning of 2022 a76 is the world's most Giant floating Iceberg it was CED from the filchner Ron ice shelf in Antarctica in the middle of May 2021 ice cing also known as Glacier cing is the breaking up of ice chunks from the edge of a glacier it then pulls away from the ice Mass into a separate entity (53:46) if you were nearby you would hear a lot of cracking and a massive booming sound blocks of ice up to 200 ft would break free and crash into the water it would cause huge waves not even see a colony of AD Deli Penguins they're the dominant penguin species in this area because they adapt to the harsh environment in fact this is the only location in the world they live what an incredible array of wildlife to observe all from the comfort of the ship's deck while you drink another cup of hot tea it gets pretty cold in these parts to get an idea of what could happen to a76 scientists refer to other data such as the even more enormous (55:33) Iceberg called a68 it was caved from the ill simply change form into (56:45) water icebergs like this one are different from glaciers or ice sheets found on land those are the things that help to raise sea levels when they break off and melt for example if the whole of Antarctica ice sheet were to melt it could raise sea levels by nearly 190 ft if you think a76 is enormous and it clearly is there was another that makes it look small in comparison on record the largest iceberg was cited in November of 1956 150 Mi west of Scott island in iorate through melting and fracturing which as you can imagine changes the mass and the surface area are combined with wind and ocean (58:28) currents it can make Iceberg modeling difficult as for a76 we'll just have to wait and see before we go let's return to our imaginary Voyage down the English Channel the island of ice 73 times the size of Manhattan with its gigantic Frosty finger pointed down toward the Celtic Sea rolling steadily onwards unable to be stopped hundreds of thousands of peopl volcanoes currently in action proudly Bears the title of the world's southernmost active one it has been continuously erupting since at least 1972 it emits plumes of gas and steam and sometimes even spews out rocks and scientists call it strombolian eruptions (1:00:15) one of the coolest features is a lava lake in one of its Summit craters with molten material on the surface such Lakes are rather rare because they need certain conditions to make sure the surface never Freezes Over the second act uptions and spewed out a good amount of halogens rich in Ozone back then some scientists say these events warmed up the southern hemisphere glaciers started to melt and help finish the last ice age for these events to repeat we'd need a series of eruptions with substances rich in halogens from one or more volcanoes that are now above the ice it's unlikely (1:01:56) scenario but since it already happened in the past it's not completely impossible as for volcanoes hiding under a thick layer of ice of volcanic eruptions went up when glaciers started to recede at the end of the last ice age so it looks like for massive changes several powerful volcanoes above the ice with gases full of halogens need to get active within a few Decades of each other and stay strong over many tens to hundreds of years Antarctica stores around 80% of all the fresh water in the world and if they melted all of it Global sea levels would rise by almost 200 ft and then we'd have (1:03:37) to look for a new planet hole world hot and humid (1:04:47) and the Dinos just loved it researchers dug deep into sentiment layers beneath an ancient Lake in Asia to uncover these secrets found traces of volcanic ash and Mercury clear signs of those epic eruptions there were carbon signatures showing huge spikes and carbon dioxide levels it made the atmosphere toasty and the rain poured down so the bad news is another eruption like this could happen the super volcano beneath Yellowstone National Park has been sleeping f the experts say we have no big eruptions on the horizon so doomsday isn't coming anytime soon but there's some underground activity going on lately (1:06:33) which keeps us interested since humans haven't been around to witness every little thing Yellowstone does it's kind of tough to say for sure what's brewing down there Yellowstone has had some epic eruptions within the last couple million years they happen like clockwork with gaps of 6 to 800,000Antarctica's Hidden Mysteries (00:00 - 01:08): Antarctica is one of the least explored regions on Earth, revealing strange and unique phenomena. A mysterious cave entrance on King George Island, visible on Google Earth, has sparked theories of a secret base, ancient city, or alien spaceship. Its disappearance and reappearance over time have only fueled these speculations.

• Strange Discoveries via Google Earth (02:19 - 02:54): Google Earth users have found various unusual objects in Antarctica, including a giant ship-like structure and a massive sea creature resembling a Kraken. These discoveries continue to intrigue and baffle the public.

• Unique Natural Phenomena (03:31 - 07:02): Antarctica is home to several unique natural wonders, such as the Blood Falls, a bright red waterfall caused by iron-rich water, and the McMurdo Dry Valleys, one of the driest deserts on Earth. The continent also hosts a hidden underwater ecosystem filled with strange creatures like sea spiders.

• Scientific Discoveries (18:43 - 23:53): NASA's satellite missions have uncovered subglacial lakes and rivers under Antarctica's ice, hinting at a vast and unexplored freshwater network. These lakes may even support bacterial life, raising the possibility of more complex organisms existing in these extreme conditions.

• Antarctica's Harsh Environment and Protection (09:54 - 11:00): Antarctica is protected by the Antarctic Treaty, which restricts human activity to preserve its fragile ecosystem. The continent is also one of the most challenging and inhospitable places on Earth, with extreme temperatures and isolation making permanent human habitation nearly impossible

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The transcript touches on several enigmatic and mysterious features of Antarctica, some of which have sparked intense curiosity and speculation:

1. Mysterious Cave Entrance on King George Island:

   • Transcript Insight: This cave, spotted on King George Island via Google Earth, has been observed to appear and disappear over time. The potential human-made steps and footprints around it suggest a connection to ancient civilizations or secret activities.
   • Off-Script Exploration: Such cave entrances have fueled theories about hidden underground cities or military bases. Antarctica's harsh environment and ice-covered landscape make it a prime candidate for ancient, untouched sites, possibly harboring remnants of lost civilizations like Atlantis or secret government facilities from World War II.

2. Giant Ship-Like Object:

   • Transcript Insight: Discovered off the coast of Antarctica, this massive, ship-like object buried under ice and snow has led to speculation that it could be an alien spacecraft or an ancient, preserved vessel.
   • Off-Script Exploration: The idea of ancient, preserved ships in Antarctica isn't entirely far-fetched. Some theorists suggest that explorers or even ancient mariners may have reached the continent far earlier than recorded history suggests. The Piri Reis map, a world map from 1513, famously depicts Antarctica with surprising accuracy, hinting at the possibility of advanced seafaring civilizations.

3. Giant Squid-Like Sea Monster:

   • Transcript Insight: A photograph of a massive, squid-like creature found floating near Antarctica has stirred comparisons to legendary sea monsters like the Kraken.
   • Off-Script Exploration: The deep, cold waters surrounding Antarctica are still largely unexplored, making it possible for giant, unknown species to exist. The colossal squid, which can reach lengths of up to 40-50 feet, is one of the known giant cephalopods in these waters. But what if there are even larger, undiscovered species lurking in the abyss?

4. Blood Falls:

   • Transcript Insight: Blood Falls, a blood-red waterfall in Antarctica, is caused by iron-rich water from an underground lake that oxidizes when it comes into contact with the air.
   • Off-Script Exploration: The existence of Blood Falls suggests there are hidden subglacial lakes and rivers under Antarctica's thick ice sheets. These lakes, isolated for millions of years, could harbor ancient microorganisms or even new forms of life, offering a unique window into the planet's past and potential insights into extraterrestrial life.

5. Striped Icebergs and Exotic Marine Life:

   • Transcript Insight: Striped icebergs, with their vibrant blue, green, and black stripes, are formed under specific conditions, while the waters beneath the Antarctic ice host exotic marine life.
   • Off-Script Exploration: The striped icebergs are not just visually striking but also indicative of complex geological and environmental processes. The exotic marine life, such as giant sea spiders and mysterious amphipods, hints at a world beneath the ice that is largely unexplored. Some speculate that these extreme environments could reveal forms of life that challenge our understanding of biology, possibly offering analogs for life on other icy worlds like Europa or Enceladus.

Additional Hidden Mysteries Beyond the Transcript

1. Subglacial Lakes and Ancient Ecosystems:

   • Lake Vostok: Beneath Antarctica's ice lies Lake Vostok, one of the largest subglacial lakes in the world. Sealed off for millions of years, it could contain ancient microbes or new life forms. The lake's environment is similar to conditions that might exist on Jupiter's moon Europa, making it a focus of astrobiological research.
   • Mystery of Antarctica's Magnetic Anomalies: Some areas of Antarctica exhibit unusual magnetic readings, suggesting the presence of vast metallic structures or large, unexplored geological features beneath the ice. These anomalies have fueled speculation about hidden meteorites, ancient meteor impact craters, or even large-scale man-made structures.

2. Pyramids in Antarctica:

   • A handful of pyramid-like formations spotted on satellite images of Antarctica have sparked theories that they are ancient, human-made structures similar to the pyramids of Giza. While many scientists argue these are simply natural mountain formations shaped by the wind and extreme weather, the possibility of an ancient, advanced civilization on Antarctica continues to intrigue researchers and conspiracy theorists alike.

3. Antarctica's Forbidden Sector:

   • Some conspiracy theories focus on areas of Antarctica that are off-limits to the public and even to most scientists. These "forbidden sectors" are rumored to contain evidence of secret Nazi bases, hidden entrances to the Hollow Earth, or even alien outposts. While these claims are largely unfounded, the sheer isolation and secrecy surrounding certain Antarctic expeditions during and after World War II continue to fuel such speculation.

4. Antarctica's Role in Global Climate:

   • Beyond the more fantastical mysteries, Antarctica plays a critical but poorly understood role in the global climate system. The stability of the West Antarctic Ice Sheet, for example, is a major concern for climate scientists. If it were to collapse, it could lead to catastrophic sea-level rise, but understanding the complex dynamics of this ice sheet remains a major scientific challenge. The recent discovery of increasing geothermal activity beneath the ice adds another layer of complexity to predicting Antarctica's future.

These hidden mysteries of Antarctica, both scientific and speculative, continue to captivate the imagination, blending the boundaries between documented research and speculative fiction.

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