

Ep 33 – Allan Brown: Crop Circles, Sacred Geometry, and the Creative Intelligence of Reality.
In this wide-ranging and deeply reflective conversation, host Gary King is joined by artist, geometer, and long-time crop circle researcher Allan Brown to explore the rich tapestry of symbolism, geometry, and consciousness that underlies the crop circle phenomenon. Together, they venture beyond surface-level interpretations and into the profound interplay between art, science, spirituality, and the human imagination.
The dialogue begins with a look at the personal journeys that brought both men to their current understandings—stories marked by awe, inquiry, and a persistent call to remain open to mystery. From there, they explore the philosophical dimensions of crop circles, particularly through the lens of dual aspect monism—a perspective suggesting that mind and matter are two aspects of a deeper, unified reality.
Central to the conversation is the symbolism of squaring the circle, a timeless mystery that appears repeatedly in crop circle formations and hints at ancient mathematical and metaphysical insights. Allan offers a detailed exploration of quintuplet formations, discussing their construction, evolution over time, and the ways in which these patterns mirror both cosmic principles and inner archetypes. Together, they examine the idea that crop circles may act as expressions of a deeper creative intelligence, one that speaks not in words but in geometry, number, and proportion.
As the episode unfolds, Gary and Allan consider the balance between human creativity and the possibility of channeling inspiration from a greater source—whether nature, consciousness, or something more mysterious. They touch on the methods of data compilation and geometric analysis, as well as the role of intention in the creation of these enigmatic forms. Alongside technical discussion, they reflect on the spiritual nourishment and existential wonder that these formations can inspire, particularly when encountered in the fields themselves.
Ultimately, this episode is a deep dive into the mysteries of reality itself, using crop circles as a doorway into broader questions about belief, truth, and the human search for meaning. With reflections on dreams, nature, sacred geometry, and the creative imagination, this conversation offers not only insight but a sense of hope—inviting listeners to reimagine their relationship with the world around them.
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33 episodes
Ep 33 – Allan Brown: Crop Circles, Sacred Geometry, and the Creative Intelligence of Reality.
In this wide-ranging and deeply reflective conversation, host Gary King is joined by artist, geometer, and long-time crop circle researcher Allan Brown to explore the rich tapestry of symbolism, geometry, and consciousness that underlies the crop circle phenomenon. Together, they venture beyond surface-level interpretations and into the profound interplay between art, science, spirituality, and the human imagination.
The dialogue begins with a look at the personal journeys that brought both men to their current understandings—stories marked by awe, inquiry, and a persistent call to remain open to mystery. From there, they explore the philosophical dimensions of crop circles, particularly through the lens of dual aspect monism—a perspective suggesting that mind and matter are two aspects of a deeper, unified reality.
Central to the conversation is the symbolism of squaring the circle, a timeless mystery that appears repeatedly in crop circle formations and hints at ancient mathematical and metaphysical insights. Allan offers a detailed exploration of quintuplet formations, discussing their construction, evolution over time, and the ways in which these patterns mirror both cosmic principles and inner archetypes. Together, they examine the idea that crop circles may act as expressions of a deeper creative intelligence, one that speaks not in words but in geometry, number, and proportion.
As the episode unfolds, Gary and Allan consider the balance between human creativity and the possibility of channeling inspiration from a greater source—whether nature, consciousness, or something more mysterious. They touch on the methods of data compilation and geometric analysis, as well as the role of intention in the creation of these enigmatic forms. Alongside technical discussion, they reflect on the spiritual nourishment and existential wonder that these formations can inspire, particularly when encountered in the fields themselves.
Ultimately, this episode is a deep dive into the mysteries of reality itself, using crop circles as a doorway into broader questions about belief, truth, and the human search for meaning. With reflections on dreams, nature, sacred geometry, and the creative imagination, this conversation offers not only insight but a sense of hope—inviting listeners to reimagine their relationship with the world around them.
=====================================================================
Email me at gary@againstthegrain.site
Check out my website: https://againstthegrain.site/
Against the grain instagram: https://www.instagram.com/againstthegrain2024/
Support the channel on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AgainstTheGrain777
Against the grain on X: https://x.com/the_against777
Against the grain on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-5952207
Buy me a Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/againstthegrain
Make a donation to support the Against The Grain Channel. https://paypal.me/againstthegrain777?
LINKS:
https://againstthegrain.site/
https://www.instagram.com/againstthegrain2024/
https://rumble.com/c/c-5952207
https://twitter.com/the_against777
ttps://www.patreon.com/user?u=123451290
33 episodes
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