Andy and Greg dive into paranormal internet folklore with John Titor, the self-proclaimed time traveler who captivated early-2000s message boards with shocking predictions and claims about a 2034 time machine. As true believer vs skeptic, they unpack Titor's IBM 5100 obsession, failed forecasts, and the eerie question: was this an elaborate hoax or genuine paranormal knowledge? A modern tale of unexplained mysteries and internet mythology.

Takeaways:

• In the early 2000s, connecting to the internet felt like a trip back in time, with dial-up sounds that brought nostalgia to many.
• Andy and Greg dive into the fascinating story of John Titor, a supposed time traveler who shared his theories online.
• The podcast reveals how John Titor claimed that time travel would be developed at CERN by 2034, stirring up discussions about future technology.
• Listeners are reminded about the fragility of timelines, suggesting that even small changes in the past could create entirely new futures.
• The duo humorously debates the practicality of time travel, including the bizarre idea of needing to bring oxygen on a journey to the past.
• Greg and Andy explore the humorous side of conspiracy theories, questioning whether John Titor was a genuine time traveler or just a clever internet hoax.

Links:

• The Time-travel Paradoxes message board posts
• Time Machine Manual
• John Titor Foundation Website
• John Titor Cryptic Video