Topic: Parapolitics

Jason Horsley outlines his methodology for identifying truth through self-examination and investigating the personal motivations of information sources. He recounts how his research into his brother's death led him to discover his grandfather's ties to the Fabian Society, a group he previously dismissed as a right-wing conspiracy trope. He emphasizes that "Truth" requires a philosophical and psychological inquiry into one's own addictions and behaviors.

Stephen Snyder, also known as Recluse from the Viceup blog, joins the program to discuss his latest book, "The Minotaur: A Stanley Kubrick Odyssey." The work serves as a deep dive into the life and career of the legendary director, examining his films through the lens of parapolitics and esoteric symbolism. Snyder explains that the project grew from years of research and a desire to provide a perspective from someone who actually appreciates Kubrick's cinematic craft.

Stephen Snyder, known as Recluse, returns to discuss the Jeffrey Epstein scandal and its roots in international intelligence operations. The conversation introduces Snyder's three-part book series, beginning with "A Special Relationship," which explores the secret history of the Anglo-American establishment and intelligence networks dating back to the 1930s.

Greg Carlwood welcomes back the researcher known as Recluse to discuss his first published book, Strange Tales of the Parapolitical. The work, co-authored with Frank Zero, explores post-war Nazis, mercenaries, and the hidden history of international intelligence operations.

Gordon White and Greg Carlwood discuss the current toxic state of public discourse and the shift in conspiracy culture toward less productive topics. White notes that while the media focuses on Russiagate, polls show less than one percent of the U.S. public considers Russian interference a pressing issue. They explore the psychological payoffs of parapolitical research, with White sharing his personal experience of losing money during the 2008 Lehman Brothers collapse as a catalyst for his interest in how the world actually works.

Greg Carlwood introduces Gordon White, a chaos magician and author of the blog Rune Soup. White is a subscriber to the show's premium service, providing a unique listener-turned-guest perspective on Gnosticism, Archons, and the history of magic among the elite. The discussion aims to bridge the gap between esoteric practices and parapolitical conspiracy theories.

Host Greg Carlwood introduces researcher Ken Thomas, author of Popular Parapolitics and founder of Steam Shovel Press. Thomas explains his preference for the term parapolitics over conspiracy theory. The introduction mentions Adam Gorightly as a mutual connection and influence on their research styles.

Ken Thomas discusses the "corporate crime" involving comic book artist Jack Kirby, who created many of the characters that made Marvel Comics billions of dollars. Thomas argues that Stan Lee receives undue credit while Kirby's heirs see no royalties. This topic is featured in Thomas's Kindle book, Popular Parapolitics, and a video lecture available on his website.