Exploring Ancient History with Michael Button: Lost Civilizations, Mainstream Archeology, and Alternative Theories

In this episode of Illegitimate Scholar, we delve into the fascinating world of ancient history and alternative theories with Michael Button, a YouTuber known for his content on lost civilizations and the debate surrounding mainstream archeology. He was recently on the Joe Rogan experience podcast (JRE) discussing his ideas with Joe Rogan (this episode was recorded before that). Michael discusses his educational background in ancient history, his disillusionment with traditional teaching methods, and his journey into making YouTube videos. He discusses inspirations in Graham Hancock and Randall Carlson and their views on lost ancient civilizations and the story of our past The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including the significance of sites like Gobekli Tepe, the impact of natural disasters on human civilization, and the role of myths in understanding our past. Michael also shares his views on the accusations of racism in the alternative history space and emphasizes the importance of allowing speculation and open interpretation in historical discussions.

Michael's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MichaelButton1

Housekeeping: Sorry for the delay. Personal Issues. Should be back on track now.

00:00 Clips
00:34 Michael Button
01:56 Discovering Alternative History
04:32 UK vs USA Academics
07:31 Impact of the Catastrophe Course
14:25 Megafauna Extinction Theories
21:19 What makes an advanced civilization?
23:12 Gobekli Tepe
35:27 Interconnected Ancient Societies
37:26 Hunter-Gatherer Complexity
41:55 Egyptian Civilization and Zep Tepi
50:11 The Role of Myth in History
57:01 Modern Interpretations and Controversies
01:04:01 Racism and Alternative History

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Scott Manion on Philosophy, Spirituality, and Modern Corruption

In this episode of Illegitimate Scholar, Scott Mannion joins me. Scott is a former Australian filmmaker and director to discuss Christian Mysticism. He discusses how he left his former job based on the issues he saw in modern life, the west, and in Hollywood. We discuss the differences between Christian Mysticism and Evangelicals, Eastern philosophies and beliefs, and other comparisons. We discuss a Christian Theocracy in the future and how else to solve the issues of the modern world.

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00:00 Scott Mannion
00:41 Intro
02:14 Woke Hollywood
03:50 Philosophical Exploration
07:44 The Role of Values and Morality
12:49 The Crisis of Modernity
21:04 The Intersection of Technology and Tradition
39:15 Christian Mysticism and Spiritual Practices
44:16 Spiritual Phenomena and Symbolic Communication
48:15 Grace and Mysticism in Christian Practice
51:33 Loss of Value in Modernity
57:30 Shamanism and Mysticism
01:08:15 Evangelical Christianity and Modernity
01:14:04 Christian Theocracy
01:17:21 Religion and the Second Renaissance
01:19:33 Collective Unconscious and the Renaissance
01:23:28 Paganism and the Will to Power
01:28:19 The Role of Christ and Spiritual Practices

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Origins of European Cultures & History Behind 'Survive the Jive' | Interview with Tom Rowsell

Tom Rowsell, from the Youtube Channel: 'Survive the Jive' joins us on Illegitimate Scholar. He delves into the history of European peoples primarily during the pre-Christian era. He discusses the origins and significance of horse domestication, the evolution of pastoral societies, and the Indo-European cultural expansions.We compare Tom explains the background of his YouTube channel, 'Survive the Jive,'. He provides insights into various historical periods, ancient rituals, and social dynamics, including the impacts of different technological advancements and cultural exchanges. Tom also touches upon his personal heritage and the interconnection between media influence, philosophical inquiry, and ancestral religion.

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00:00 Intro
00:48 Survive the Jive
01:30 Early Youtube
04:09 History of European Peoples
16:47 Horse Domestication Changing Culture
21:28 Bride Stealing
24:19 Value in Different Cultures
33:26 Technological Advancements and Cultural Shifts
37:19 Feuding Cultures and Honor Societies
39:48 Anatolian Farmers in Europe
40:53 Scandinavian Hunter-Gatherers
43:14 Hunter-Gatherers Meeting Farmers
47:34 Norman Influence & the Commons
49:41 Irish, British, Ancestry
56:15 Scots-Irish in America
58:26 Ulster Scots vs Scots-Irish
01:03:00 Home Counties to Devon
01:06:14 Cornish and Devonian Traditions
01:20:49 Bronze Age Trade
01:25:40 Philosophy and Paganism

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