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Paranoid American | Strange Times, Lo and Behold, and Occult Cartoons

Apr 2, 2026

Paranoid American (Thomas)

Paranoid American (Thomas), a podcaster, comic-book publisher, and author, returns with sharp takes. He explores occult symbolism in cartoons and anime, DARPA-style autonomous weapons and exotic sonic arms, and how AI, deepfakes, and media distrust reshape truth. He also touches on tech culture, recruitment shifts, and upcoming multimedia projects.

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ANECDOTE

Cartoon Cabal Decodes Occult Symbolism

Thomas describes Cartoon Cabal, a series analyzing occult symbolism in non-Disney animation.
He and Matthew Comegis use anime and other cartoons to decode alchemical and kabbalistic imagery in shows like Neon Genesis Evangelion.

INSIGHT

The Internet Was Built On Fragile Milestones

Thomas says Werner Herzog's Lo and Behold shows the internet's shaky origins and recurring bugs.
He emphasizes early milestones often failed and technology rests on fragile foundations despite glossy marketing.

INSIGHT

Objective News Is Lost In Incentives

Thomas argues objective information is essentially impossible now; you must aggregate many sources.
He warns news selection reflects incentives like ad space, shaping subjective awareness rather than objective truth.

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