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In today's episode of American Alchemy, Jesse Michels sits down with Riz Virk to explore the provocative idea that our reality might be a simulation, blending cutting-edge physics, ancient mysticism, and gaming theory. They dive into topics like quantum mechanics, free will, and the Mandela Effect, offering a fresh perspective on the nature of existence.

Riz Virk's Book "The Simulated Multiverse": https://tinyurl.com/rizvirkamazon

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Produced by

Jesse Michels and Bryan Felber

Written by

Jesse Michels

Editing and Animation

Bryan Felber

Additional Animation

Ross

@FlatPackFX

Featuring

Jesse Michels and Rizwan Virk

Cinematography

Isaac Rodriguez

Additional Cinematography

Mario Kidd

Appearances from

Jacques Vallée

Garry Nolan

Rob Rinehart

Brian Muraresku

Graham Hancock

Paul Schatzkin

Special Thanks

Roger Penrose

The PEAR Lab

Philip K. Dick

The Simulated Multiverse and The Simulation Hypothesis

by Rizwan Virk are available in print, ebook, and audiobook now!

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

03:32 - Are We Living in a Simulation?

07:10 - The Physics of Simulation Theory

12:08 - Evidence from Fine-Tuned Constants

18:14 - The Mandela Effect and Changing Realities

20:40 - Information Theory

30:42 - The Role of the Mind

35:57 - Free Will

37:17 - Time

39:50 - Parapsychology

48:32 - Donald Hoffman's Theory

56:10 - Mystical Practices and Simulation Overlaps

01:02:55 - Psychedelics and Altered Consciousness

01:09:23 - The NPC Hypothesis

01:15:47 - UFOs, Timelines, and Simulation

01:22:30 - Choosing Your Quest in the Game of Life

Original music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6LlLRudDi60Uy4jcmOSEs1

*** AMERICAN ALCHEMY is an original series hosted by Jesse Michels that explores the frontier of science and tech. Each week, we bring you exclusive interviews with some of the leading thinkers of our time.

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