Paper Trail comes up in 3 chapters across 3 episodes of The Higherside Chats Free Show, from June 2016 to January 2020.
Pragmatism in Testing and Vetting New Energy Devices
Susan Manewich emphasizes the importance of pragmatic testing to separate charismatic stories from functional technology. She reveals that 95% of devices fail her group's vetting protocols, highlighting the need for rigorous guardrails and a paper trail to establish credibility in the alternative energy field.
Shakespearean Authorship Anomalies and Lack of Paper Trail
Alan Green explains the fundamental mystery of William Shakespeare, noting the complete absence of a contemporary paper trail regarding his literary career. While thousands of books exist about the writer, there are no original manuscripts, letters, or personal records connecting the man from Stratford to the plays. Green references Mark Twain’s skepticism and the disconnect between the historical record of a grain-hoarding businessman and the profound wisdom found in the Shakespearean canon.
Poppy Bush, Paper Trails and Iran-Contra
George HW Bush developed a reputation for extreme secrecy and avoiding paper trails following a reprimand during his Navy service. This habit of creating alibis and misleading documentation was evident during major events such as the Bay of Pigs and the Iran-Contra affair. Russ Baker explains that by unravelling these carefully constructed trails, researchers can identify Bush's actual involvement in covert operations.
