July 17, 1997: Encyclopedia of Conspiracies - Robert Anton Wilson #124; Remote Viewing Training - Ed Dames

Robert Anton Wilson brings his encyclopedic knowledge of conspiracy theories to examine the landscape of alternative explanations for political and social events. His upcoming "Encyclopedia of Conspiracies" catalogs hundreds of theories ranging from plausible government operations to elaborate fictional narratives. Wilson's approach combines scholarly research with healthy skepticism, examining how conspiracy theories emerge and evolve while considering which might contain elements of truth. Major Ed Dames follows with discussion of remote viewing training and applications, sharing insights from his military experience with psychic espionage programs. Dames explains the systematic methodology used to train remote viewers and the operational successes achieved through psychic intelligence gathering. His presentation covers the declassified aspects of government remote viewing programs while suggesting that such research continues in classified settings. The combination of conspiracy research and psychic investigation reveals connections between government secrecy and attempts to develop paranormal capabilities for intelligence purposes. Wilson's literary approach to conspiracy theory analysis provides framework for evaluating claims and evidence without falling into either complete skepticism or uncritical belief. Together, these presentations examine how hidden knowledge and secret programs might operate within government and military institutions while maintaining public deniability.