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Matt Shy joins us again with a presentation on another kind of legendary giant: dragons. We look at ancient depictions of dragons and giant serpents across the world from Sumer to China. We talk about the significance of the Ouroboros, about ancient artifacts depicting dragons and serpents, about the many ancient gods who were depicted as serpents, or had serpent or dragon-like aspects.   Support us through Patreon and get special episodes, early access, and bumper tunes! You can also donate directly through Paypal. Thank you all so much for the support! https://www.brothersoftheserpent.com/support   Chapters 00:00 Welcome to the Brothers of the Serpent Podcast 06:02 New Year Reflections and Podcast Plans 12:06 Ancient Chinese Dragon Depictions 18:05 The Ouroboros and Its Significance 24:04 The Candle Dragon and Protruding Eyes 29:00 Concluding Thoughts on Historical Artifacts 34:11 Cosmic Serpents and Their Symbolism 37:02 Indra and the Slaying of Vritra 39:33 Agency of Nature: Serpents and Spirits 42:05 Cognitive Dissonance and Perception 44:29 Shesha: The Cosmic Serpent 46:40 Tiamat: The Dragon of Chaos 49:10 Feathered Serpents in Mesoamerica 58:19 Quetzalcoatl and the Temple of the Feathered Serpent 01:00:22 The Serpent as a Symbol of Wisdom 01:03:07 Psychedelics and Altered States of Consciousness 01:06:56 Mythical Creatures and Their Symbolism 01:09:49 Historical Accounts of Serpents and Dragons 01:12:41 Pterosaurs and Native American Legends 01:15:34 The Evolution of Dragon Myths 01:18:31 The Serpent in Religious Texts 01:21:52 Epic Tales of Heroism and Dragons 01:32:08 The Value of Knowledge 01:32:59 Mythical Creatures in Gaming and Literature 01:34:03 The World Serpent and Its Symbolism 01:36:05 Arthurian Legends and Their Origins 01:36:57 Saints and Dragons: A Historical Perspective 01:37:56 The Legend of Loch Ness 01:39:11 St. George and the Dragon 01:39:56 Japanese Dragons and Their Significance 01:41:58 The Concept of Dragons in Civilization 01:44:08 The Role of Dragons in Different Cultures 01:47:01 Slavic Dragons and Their Mythology 01:49:11 The Connection Between Dragons and Kingship 01:51:01 Dragons as Ancient Demons 01:53:02 The Serpent as a Symbol of Knowledge

Another Listener Comms as we try to get through our massive backlog of excellent emails. As ususal the combination of emails and comments from the live chat spur all kinds of snakey discussion on multiple topics.  Enjoy!   Support us through Patreon and get special episodes, early access, and bumper tunes! You can also donate directly through Paypal. Thank you all so much for the support! https://www.brothersoftheserpent.com/support

This week we spoke to author and researcher Jason Quitt. He discusses his out-of-body experiences and how they reshaped his understanding of existence, leading him to explore the connections between ancient texts, astronomy, and the cycles of nature. He demonstrates the significance of celestial bodies in ancient cultures, the symbolism of fertility, and the agency of nature as perceived by ancient civilizations. Quitt emphasizes the importance of the pyramids as celestial clocks and the interconnectedness of symbols across different cultures, suggesting a shared ancient knowledge that transcends time and geography. We discuss the duality of the serpent in various cultures, including its representation in Christianity, and how these ancient stories have been passed down through generations, revealing a shared knowledge across civilizations. A really amazing conversation that hit all the points we love to discuss on the podcast!   You can find more of Jason's work at his website: https://thecrystalsun.com/ If you want to buy the books for the subjects discussed on the show, you can find them on amazon: Gates of the Annunaki https://a.co/d/9ZF3raA Astral Genesis https://a.co/d/bHzsHpc   Jason is also active on X: https://x.com/jason_quitt   Support us through Patreon and get special episodes, early access, and bumper tunes! You can also donate directly through Paypal. Thank you all so much for the support! https://www.brothersoftheserpent.com/support   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Jason Quitt and His Journey 02:47 Exploring Ancient Texts and Spirituality 05:04 The Language of the Stars and Mythology 08:13 The Connection Between Ancient Cultures 10:50 Archaeology and Rediscovery of Ancient Knowledge 13:29 The Role of Symbols in Ancient Civilizations 16:04 Agency of Nature and Spiritual Realms 18:56 The Importance of Cycles and Fertility in Ancient Cultures 21:47 Consciousness of Nature and the Sun 24:18 The Symbolism of Serpents and Healing 26:52 The Myth of Orion and Its Significance 29:55 The Interconnectedness of Myths Across Cultures 32:51 The Role of Meteor Showers in Ancient Stories 39:27 Celestial Storytelling and Meteor Showers 40:59 Mythology and Astronomy: The Scorpion and the Bull 42:50 The Tilt of the Earth and Ancient Measurements 45:22 Solar Symbolism in Ancient Civilizations 48:27 The Language of Angles and Seasons 52:10 Equinoxes, Solstices, and the Sphinx 56:23 Creation Myths and the Benben Stone 58:44 Pyramids as Solar and Lunar Clocks 01:01:42 Fertility Symbols and Ancient Technology 01:07:59 Resurrection Myths and the Two Mounds 01:10:21 The Symbolism of Osiris and Creation Mounds 01:13:03 The Necropolis and the Journey to the Afterlife 01:16:48 The Gates of the Underworld and Celestial Navigation 01:20:15 The Duality of Stories in Ancient Religions 01:23:24 The Serpent as a Symbol of Knowledge and Fertility 01:32:07 The Temple of Hathor and Astronomical Alignments 01:39:13 Decoding Ancient Geometry and Astronomy 01:45:51 The Celestial Stories Behind Ancient Structures 01:53:14 Mythology and Its Repetition Across Cultures 02:01:06 Connecting the Dots: Trade and Knowledge Across Civilizations

At long last, another Listener Communications episode! We are so far behind on emails that we are reading emails from June of 2024. But as always there are lots of great points and questions, this time the theme is mostly religion, spirituality, consciousness, and a bit of Gobekli Tepe and ancient mysteries.   Support us through Patreon and get special episodes, early access, and bumper tunes! You can also donate directly through Paypal. Thank you all so much for the support!  https://www.brothersoftheserpent.com/support

We went live to discuss our 5 week trip to Peru, and of course we ended up focusing on the possible construction techniques used to build a site like Sacsayhuaman. Throughout the conversation, we are referencing footage we took from the site, so check our youtube channel if you want to see what we are talking about!   Support us through Patreon and get special episodes, early access, and bumper tunes! You can also donate directly through Paypal. Thank you all so much for the support! https://www.brothersoftheserpent.com/support    

This conversation with Peter delves into the rich history and culture of Britain, exploring the interplay between myth and reality, particularly through the lens of Arthurian legends and the influence of Christianity. We also delve into the exploration of ancient civilizations, focusing on archaeological finds, the Neolithic period, and the connections between zodiac symbols and historical narratives. We discuss the significance of cultural exchanges, the influence of geography on ancient societies, and the legacy of figures like Arthur in the context of myth and history. Peter also touches on the idea of secret knowledge being passed down through generations, highlighting the intertwining of history and mythology in understanding our past. We look for connections between the Holy Grail, the Bronze and Iron Ages, and the historical context of King Arthur.   Join our Patreon, support the show, get extra content and early access! https://www.patreon.com/brothersoftheserpent Support the show with a paypal donation: https://paypal.me/snakebros   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Brothers of the Serpent Podcast 04:43 The Legends of Lud and His Sons 12:04 Historical and Mythological Figures in Welsh Tradition 16:29 The National vs. Regional Arthur 18:12 The Significance of Memorials and Inscriptions 20:59 Discussion on Archaeological Findings 25:36 The Significance of Burial Practices 27:26 Christianity's Arrival in Britain 30:11 Joseph of Arimathea's Role in Early Christianity 33:07 Cultural Interactions and Language Barriers 36:01 Legends of Jesus' Missing Years 38:33 Neolithic Monuments and Their Mysteries 43:00 The Zodiac and Ancient Mapping 47:16 Exploring the Legacy of Arthurian Legends 47:45 Exploring Ancient Monuments and Zodiacs 49:12 The Transition from Neolithic to Bronze Age 51:17 The Story of Queen Albine and Her Legacy 52:39 Cultural Exchanges and Influences in Ancient Britain 56:20 The Role of Adventurers in Knowledge Exchange 01:01:25 Connecting Myths: The Epic of Gilgamesh and Welsh Traditions 01:07:23 The Significance of Mapping and Surveying in Ancient Cultures 01:12:16 Hidden Knowledge and Ancient Traditions 01:15:25 The Glastonbury Zodiac and Its Significance 01:19:10 Arthurian Legends and Secret Knowledge 01:22:38 The Ark of the Covenant and the Holy Grail 01:24:45 The Bronze Age and Trade Routes 01:32:39 Hillforts and Their Historical Context 01:38:40 Political Upheaval and Innovation 01:40:59 Chariots: A Historical Perspective 01:42:58 The Continuation of Ancient Traditions 01:44:06 The Etruscans and the Fall of Troy 01:44:57 The Legend of King Arthur 01:48:09 Mythologizing Historical Figures 01:52:00 The Role of Oral Tradition 02:00:00 Druidism and Its Evolution 02:10:00 Cultural Interactions and Historical Contexts

In this live episode, Russ delivers his presentation on flood myths from around the world. It is amazing how many common elements are found in this common story that comes from the ancestors of so many different peoples!   Join our Patreon, support the show, get extra content and early access! https://www.patreon.com/brothersoftheserpent Support the show with a paypal donation: https://paypal.me/snakebros

Lots of topics in this live episode, we discuss possible biosignatures on Mars, the possibility that the universe is inside a supergiant black hole, and much more! Enjoy! Join our Patreon, support the show, get extra content and early access! https://www.patreon.com/brothersoftheserpent Support the show with a paypal donation: https://paypal.me/snakebros

Peter Chesbrough joins us to discuss his research into the pervasive legends of King Arthur. Is this person a true historical figure? What is the basis for the myths and stories? It is a complex and interesting subject, and Peter delivers on both primary sources and in explaining the cultural and political context in which many of the Arthurian legends are based. You can find more of Peter's research on the channel "Britan's Hidden History" https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@BritainsHiddenHistoryRoss⁩  More research into the topic of Arthur and the history of Britain can be found at these channels as well: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@orgolwg⁩  https://www.youtube.com/@paulsmith-esotericexplorer   Join our Patreon, support the show, get extra content and early access! https://www.patreon.com/brothersoftheserpent Support the show with a paypal donation: https://paypal.me/snakebros   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests 02:04 Exploring Arthurian Legends and Their Significance 06:03 The Influence of Textual Analysis on Historical Understanding 10:04 The Role of John Dee in British History 14:02 Celtic vs. Brythonic: Understanding Historical Terminology 17:59 The Roman Influence on Britain and Its Legacy 22:03 The Archaeological Evidence of Arthur's Time 25:58 Christianity in Britain: A Historical Perspective 29:56 The Debate Over Arthur's Historical Existence 36:10 The Unpublished Works and Conspiracies Surrounding Arthur 39:39 Ambrosius vs. Arthur: Historical Perspectives 41:08 Prehistoric Records and the Dark Ages 46:47 The Controversy of Arthurian History 47:39 The Story of Arthur: Early Sources and Battles 01:01:10 Arthur's European Campaigns and Legacy 01:10:49 The Mythology of Technology and Storytelling 01:11:41 Exploring Welsh Legends and the Mabinogion 01:14:25 The Intertwining of Arthurian Legends and Historical Figures 01:19:11 The Cosmic Elements of Arthurian Mythology 01:24:20 The Academic Dismissal of Arthurian History 01:28:02 Political Influences on Arthurian Narratives 01:38:24 The Grail Legends and Their Origins 01:41:37 The Creative Force of Arwen 01:44:44 Welsh Bardic Traditions and Necromancy 01:47:42 The Complex Brithonic Tradition 01:49:19 Flood Myths and Their Connections 01:50:45 Prince Maddock and the Discovery of America 01:52:20 The Sword in the Lake and Excalibur 01:56:40 The Significance of Swords in Mythology 02:01:34 The Art of Sword Making and Its Secrets 02:07:46 The Importance of Modern Technology in Historical Research

Kyle delivers his latest presentation on Gobekli Tepe and the wider "Tas Tepeler Civilization" topic. How far back do these ancient megaliths really go? The evidence we have cannot actually tell us, because all of the dating is based on the material found around the megaliths. And is there a connection between the people who inhabited these t-pillar sites and the area of Giza in Egypt?   Join our Patreon, support the show, get extra content and early access! https://www.patreon.com/brothersoftheserpent   Support the show with a paypal donation: https://paypal.me/snakebros

Filipo Biondi and Armando Mei are the Italian scientists heading the project to scan the Giza Plateau with satellite-borne Scanning Aperture Radar(SAR). In this interview we discuss the technical aspects of the technology in an attempt to get a basic grasp of how it works. We also discuss the history of the technology, including the epxperiments and testing it underwent before being used at Giza. We also talking about the Giza findings themselves, what the confidence level is for the depictions of the underground structures, and what they might be. Thanks to George and Steph of the Cosmic Summit for helping us arrange this interview!   Join our Patreon, support the show, get extra content and early access! https://www.patreon.com/brothersoftheserpent   Support the show with a paypal donation: https://paypal.me/snakebros     Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Interview 01:14 Exploring Pyramid Scanning Technology 08:21 Meet the Researchers Behind the Scans 10:43 Understanding the Scanning Methodology 25:10 Results and Findings from the Scans 34:47 Future Research Directions and Implications 52:45 Exploring the Pyramid Project and Ancient Civilizations 58:05 The Megastructures Beneath the Pyramids 59:46 Technological Advances in Mars Exploration 01:02:41 Future Excavations and Discoveries 01:03:16 Conferences and Future Collaborations 01:04:33 Reflections on the Conversation and Insights

We return from the New York trip to floods and devastation very close to us. We Bring Dozer Dan on in the first part of the episode to talk about the destructiojn he witnessed first-hand. We also show some maps of the watersheds so people can understand a bit more about how this happened and why. After that we discuss the New York event and the trip to Boston. Many ancient Egyptian artifacts were scanned in the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, and we had a great time with the attendees of the "Evening at the Explorer's Club" event. We finish by discussing where our minds are at regarding ancient mysteries - there are plenty of mysteries still to explore!   Join our Patreon, support the show, get extra content and early access! https://www.patreon.com/brothersoftheserpent   Support the show with a paypal donation: https://paypal.me/snakebros

Dr. Trevor Lohman is an assistant professor and researcher into the neuroscience of aging. He joins us in this episode to give us a crash course on the physical functions of the brain, and how current science still has no good explanation for the phenomena of consciousness. We discuss the history of quantum physics experiments into the "double slit" problem and the collapse of the wave function, and how consciousness seems to be fundamental to how the universe works.   If you are interested and want to know more, you can get Trevor's book, "God's Eye View" here: https://a.co/d/fvMPyJ9   Hemispheric Press Substack:  https://hemisphericpress.substack.com/BOTS    Happy Fools Podcast:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-fools/id1782845057   Thank you, hope you enjoy this epsiode!     Join our Patreon, support the show, get extra content and early access! https://www.patreon.com/brothersoftheserpent   Support the show with a paypal donation: https://paypal.me/snakebros       Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 01:36 Exploring Consciousness and Neuroscience 05:12 Near-Death Experiences and Consciousness 07:06 AI and Consciousness: A Complex Debate 13:41 The Double Slit Experiment: Understanding Reality 22:36 The Nature of Matter and Consciousness 28:12 Quantum Mechanics and Consciousness 34:54 The Intersection of Science and Spirituality 36:09 Cultural Shifts in Science and Skepticism 41:44 Understanding Consciousness Through Neuroscience 56:41 The Complexity of Consciousness and Its Mechanisms 01:10:11 The Complexity of Consciousness 01:18:19 AI: Magic or Complexity? 01:25:44 Theories of Consciousness: Transmission vs. Production 01:32:09 Transducers and the Nature of Perception 01:45:25 The Nature of Light and Consciousness 01:47:52 Near-Death Experiences and Consciousness Transduction 01:49:50 Anesthesia and Consciousness: The Microtubule Connection 01:55:36 Microtubules: The Mechanism Behind Consciousness? 02:01:42 Quantum Effects and Consciousness 02:09:51 The Role of Microtubules in Light Emission and Consciousness 02:12:37 Exploring Spirituality and Science 02:17:10 Community and Collaboration in Scientific Inquiry

Seriah, the host of the excellent show "Where Did the Road Go", joins us this week for a swapcast conversation about all the topics we're interested in. We talk UFOs, ancient civilizations, pyramids, Gobekli Tepe and Derenkuyu. We throw in some scifi discussion as well for good measure. You can find Seriah's podcast here: https://wheredidtheroadgo.com/     Join us, Ben from UnchartedX, Adam Young, and Karoly Poka for an afternoon at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York where we will peruse their collection of Ancient Egyptian artifacts, then we will move to the Explorer's Club for dinner and presentations from us and Ben! https://eveningattheexplorersclub.eventbrite.com/ Join our Patreon, support the show, get extra content and early access! https://www.patreon.com/brothersoftheserpent Support the show with a paypal donation: https://paypal.me/snakebros   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests 03:06 Exploring UFOs and the Unknown 05:52 The Nature of Alien Encounters 08:53 Consciousness and Perception in the Paranormal 12:02 The Absurdity of Encounters 14:57 Sci-Fi Inspirations and Cultural Reflections 24:07 Skepticism Towards New Discoveries 25:49 Exploring Promising Technologies 28:01 Debating the Validity of Claims 30:00 Understanding the Water Table Dynamics 32:00 Unraveling the Mysteries of the Giza Plateau 34:56 Investigating the Sphinx's Secrets 39:00 Diving into Ancient Wonders 43:59 Connecting Cultures: Egypt and Turkey 50:00 The Enigmatic Sabians and Their Legacy 54:02 The Origins of Megalithic Structures 57:43 Gobekli Tepe: A Turning Point in Archaeology 01:02:38 The Evolution of Tools and Techniques 01:10:12 Dating Gobekli Tepe: Challenges and Discoveries 01:21:14 The Purpose and Symbolism of Gobekli Tepe 01:29:31 Future of Archaeological Research

We start off with some good old spaceweather news, which leads into a discussion of the earth's rapidly weakening magnetic field and the possibility of a polarity flip. We then move on to some discussion of further observations on the construction of pyramids and new things we learned in our recent trip in Egypt. In the second half of the show, we talk about the amazing cart ruts we visited in the Phrygian Valley in Turkey. We show lots of pictures and video, and discuss and discard multiple hypotheses on what they are and how they were formed.   Join us, Ben from UnchartedX, Adam Young, and Karoly Poka for an afternoon at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York where we will peruse their collection of Ancient Egyptian artifacts, then we will move to the Explorer's Club for dinner and presentations from us and Ben! https://eveningattheexplorersclub.eventbrite.com/ Join our Patreon, support the show, get extra content and early access! https://www.patreon.com/brothersoftheserpent Support the show with a paypal donation: https://paypal.me/snakebros   Chapters 00:00 Welcome to Brothers of the Serpent 02:01 Space Weather News 05:32 Earth's Magnetic Field Dynamics 10:05 Geomagnetic Excursions and Their Implications 15:49 Magnetic Field Weakening and Its Consequences 20:08 Mars, Venus, and Planetary Magnetic Fields 24:22 Life on Other Planets: The Case of Europa 28:08 Life in Extreme Environments 29:51 Theoretical Life Forms and Energy 31:21 Science Fiction Inspirations 33:35 Podcast Reflections and Communication Barriers 34:35 Debating Ancient Structures 37:43 Pyramid Construction Insights 39:20 The Anatomy of Pyramids 42:30 Theories on Pyramid Design 50:30 Mythology and Historical Interpretation 58:24 Exploring the Met and Event Details 59:08 The Mystery of Cart Ruts 01:01:03 Colonial Cart Ruts: A Historical Perspective 01:03:20 Investigating Turkish Cart Ruts 01:06:03 Analyzing the Characteristics of Ruts 01:09:12 Theories on Rut Formation 01:12:32 Erosion and Its Impact on Ruts 01:15:58 The Case for Hand-Carved Ruts 01:19:20 Challenging Conventional Explanations 01:27:59 Concluding Thoughts on Cart Ruts 01:29:25 Exploring the Mechanics of Ruts 01:36:00 Drone Footage Insights 01:43:11 The Mystery of Disappearing Ruts 01:50:06 Theories and Speculations on Cart Ruts