Nostradamus and Precognitive Dreams

The video explores the life and work of Nostradamus, focusing on his prophecies and their historical impact. It delves into a Brazilian cult case linked to child disappearances and examines the concept of precognitive dreams, featuring neuroscientist Julia Mossbridge's experiences. The narrative weaves through skepticism, historical events, and the potential of dreams to predict the future.

What was the initial public reaction to Nostradamus' 'The Prophecies'?

• It was banned by the authorities.

• It was met with skepticism and derision.

• It was widely accepted and praised.

• It was ignored by the public.

What event did Nostradamus predict that increased his reputation?

• The invention of the printing press

• The death of King Henry II

• The discovery of America

• The fall of the Roman Empire

Why was Nostradamus' work considered politically risky?

• It was written in a secret code.

• It contained predictions about the church.

• It was critical of the monarchy.

• It was seen as aligning with ancient prophets.

What is the significance of the name 'Hister' in Nostradamus' prophecies?

• It is a fictional character.

• It is a code for a river.

• It refers to a mythical creature.

• It is a misspelling of Hitler.

What was the role of Valentina Andrade in the Brazilian child disappearances?

• She was a police investigator.

• She was a journalist covering the case.

• She was the leader of a cult involved in the disappearances.

• She was a victim of the cult.

How did Valentina Andrade avoid conviction?

• She confessed to the crimes.

• She had a strong alibi.

• She was found mentally unfit for trial.

• She fled the country.

What is a precognitive dream?

• A dream that reflects past events.

• A dream that predicts future events.

• A dream that has no meaning.

• A dream that is influenced by external sounds.

What did Julia Mossbridge do after experiencing a precognitive dream about a potential attack?

• She moved to a different city.

• She reported it to the authorities.

• She ignored it.

• She wrote a book about it.

What scientific explanation is given for the occurrence of precognitive dreams?

• Complete shutdown of brain activity during sleep.

• Increased blood flow to the logical part of the brain.

• Decreased blood flow to the emotional part of the brain.

• Blood flow to the emotional part of the brain during sleep.

What was the outcome of the increased security around the Coronado Bay Bridge?

• The threat was proven to be a hoax.

• The bridge was closed indefinitely.

• Nothing happened, and the threat was unconfirmed.

• An attack was successfully thwarted.