The Joe Rogan Experience #501 - Randall Carlson
May 15, 2014
Randall Carlson, a master builder and geometrician, dives deep into the intersection of geology and human history. He explores cataclysmic events and their effects, linking ancient narratives to scientific discoveries like the Chelyabinsk meteor. The discussion flows into climate's role in shaping civilization, challenging conventional views on carbon's impact. Carlson also unravels the mysteries of ancient structures, proposing advanced, forgotten technologies. With a focus on resilience, he connects geological changes to human survival, reminding us of our place in Earth's vast timeline.
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Younger Dryas and Atlantis
- The Younger Dryas, a climate spasm, ended the last ice age around 11,600 years ago.
- This is the same time Plato dates the catastrophic sinking of Atlantis.
Limited Recorded History
- Recorded human history only covers a small fraction of humanity's existence.
- Modern humans, based on skeletal remains, have existed for 150,000 to 180,000 years.
Cataclysmic Erasure
- Extreme global changes, possibly catastrophes, have erased evidence of past civilizations.
- These events could explain the lack of cultural artifacts from early humans.