About this episode
John Hogue , the world's leading Nostradamus authority and author of "The Millennium Book of Prophecy," explores the fascinating world of predictions and their role in human consciousness as we approach the year 2000. Hogue explains how Nostradamus called his prophecies "my threats" - not to guarantee their fulfillment, but to warn humanity and potentially prevent catastrophic outcomes through awareness and changed behavior. The discussion covers Hogue's encyclopedic collection of 777 visions and predictions from visionaries across history and cultures, examining how prophecy should be understood as guidance for present decisions rather than fixed future outcomes. Art Bell and Hogue analyze the quantum nature of potential futures, discussing how collective human choices can alter predicted timelines and create new possibilities. They explore patterns in prophetic traditions that suggest 30 years of coming chaos, followed by revolutionary changes in politics, religion, and global consciousness. Hogue draws connections between ancient prophetic wisdom and modern challenges, showing how understanding predictive patterns can help navigate uncertain times. This episode demonstrates how serious prophecy study can serve as both warning system and roadmap for humanity's choices.