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“Never Been To Space” - Bryce Mitchell On Flat Earth, Pride, NASA & The Firmament | PBD Podcast

By Patrick Bet-David

In this episode of the PBD Podcast, UFC fighter Bryce Mitchell discusses his transition from atheism to Christianity and the supernatural experiences that influenced his beliefs. Mitchell expresses his conviction that the Earth is flat and enclosed by a dome-like structure, asserting that mainstream science and organizations like NASA perpetuate these falsehoods as part of a global conspiracy.

The UFC fighter also delves into his staunch political and social views, espousing strong anti-LGBTQ sentiments and expressing skepticism towards Islam and Muslim-majority nations. Mitchell voices his support for former President Donald Trump while raising allegations about President Joe Biden's mental capacity and moral character.

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Bryce Mitchell's Supernatural/Religious Beliefs and Experiences

Bryce Mitchell describes becoming a Christian after he witnessed a demon being expelled from his ex-girlfriend through invoking Jesus Christ's name, according to his account. He says this dramatic spiritual experience prompted him to turn away from atheism and embrace an obedient Christian life. Now, Mitchell claims to have been gifted with spiritual discernment to identify evil, including suspicions that Elon Musk's ventures like Neuralink have demonic ties linked to the Antichrist and "Mark of the Beast" biblical prophecies.

Bryce's Conspiracy Theories About the Flat Earth and Global Deception

Mitchell firmly believes the Earth is flat and stationary, enclosed by a dome-like firmament with the sun, moon, and stars rotating around it. He argues this truth is hidden by a vast conspiracy perpetrated by organizations like NASA to mask the second coming of Jesus. Mitchell rejects mainstream scientific evidence as fabricated to steer people away from God. He suggests powerful groups like the Freemasons, the government, and United Nations are associated with Satanic practices and privy to the flat Earth reality, as part of deceiving the public. Figures including Elon Musk and Neil deGrasse Tyson are seen as involved in spreading these alleged lies.

Bryce's Strong Political and Social Views

Mitchell holds extreme anti-LGBTQ beliefs, claiming homosexuality is part of a demonic "gay agenda" threatening Christianity. He also expresses intent to homeschool his son to prevent him from "turning gay." Mitchell is highly critical of Muslims, Islam, and Muslim-majority countries, predicting they will unite with Russia and China to attack Israel and Christians while being deceived themselves. As a staunch Donald Trump supporter, Mitchell is suspicious of Joe Biden's mental fitness and accuses him of being a potential pedophile manipulated by shadowy figures, though offering no evidence.

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  • Conversion to Christianity based on personal experiences is subjective and not empirical evidence of the supernatural.
  • The claims about Elon Musk's ventures, like Neuralink, having demonic ties are speculative and not supported by tangible evidence.
  • The flat Earth theory is widely discredited by centuries of scientific observations and evidence supporting a spherical Earth.
  • Accusations of a vast conspiracy involving NASA and other organizations lack credible evidence and are contradicted by the international scientific community's consensus.
  • Mainstream scientific evidence is the result of rigorous testing and peer review, aiming to eliminate bias and error, rather than to deceive.
  • Powerful groups like the Freemasons, the government, and the United Nations operate with varying degrees of transparency, and there is no verifiable evidence of a collective effort to deceive the public about the shape of the Earth.
  • Anti-LGBTQ beliefs are considered discriminatory and not supported by scientific understanding of sexual orientation as a natural variation of human sexuality.
  • The idea of homeschooling to prevent a child from "turning gay" is based on a misconception; sexual orientation is not a choice and cannot be influenced by education.
  • Criticism of Muslims, Islam, and Muslim-majority countries based on predicted future actions is speculative and can contribute to harmful stereotypes and discrimination.
  • Political support is a personal choice, but suspicions about a political figure's mental fitness should be based on factual, medical evidence rather than conjecture.
  • Accusations of criminal behavior, such as pedophilia, should be based on credible evidence and due process rather than unfounded suspicion.

Actionables

  • You can explore the historical context of beliefs similar to those presented by researching the origins and development of various conspiracy theories. Dive into books, academic papers, or documentaries that trace the evolution of such theories to understand the psychological and social factors that contribute to their persistence.
  • Start a journal to reflect on your personal beliefs and how they align with or differ from the ones discussed. Writing down your thoughts can help you clarify your values and the reasons behind them, providing a clearer picture of where you stand on complex issues.
  • Engage in community service or volunteer work with diverse groups to broaden your perspective. Working alongside people from different backgrounds can challenge preconceived notions and foster a more inclusive worldview, countering the tendency to generalize or harbor unfounded suspicions about others.

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Bryce Mitchell's Supernatural/Religious Beliefs and Experiences

Bryce Mitchell recounts a dramatic spiritual experience that led him from atheism to Christianity, and now he claims to possess spiritual discernment, particularly against what he perceives as evil and deception, including suspicions about public figures like Elon Musk.

Bryce had a dramatic spiritual experience where he witnessed a demon being cast out of his ex-girlfriend through the power of Jesus Christ's name

Bryce was an atheist until this incident, which led him to accept Jesus Christ and completely transform his life for the better

Bryce Mitchell describes a disturbing encounter with his ex-girlfriend, where she acted out violently and spoke in tongues. Previously an atheist, Bryce felt a demon's presence during this incident. In a desperate bid for peace, he invoked Jesus Christ's name, which he believes led to the demon being expelled from her. This event prompted him to turn away from his atheistic beliefs, completing a life-changing transformation. He embraced Christianity, leading to a more obedient life to God and subsequent improvements in his personal life, including marital and familial happiness.

Bryce believes he has been gifted with spiritual discernment and the ability to identify evil and deception

Bryce claims he can detect when people are possessed by demons or aligned with Satan, such as with Elon Musk and the 9/11 attacks

Bryce claims to have been given the gift of discernment from the Holy Spirit, enabling him to effectively gauge the nature of people and events. He mentions a sense of empowerment to ide ...

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  • The experience Bryce Mitchell describes is subjective and personal, and while it was transformative for him, it does not constitute empirical evidence of the supernatural.
  • Atheism to Christianity is a personal journey and may not be universally applicable or convincing to others who require different forms of evidence or experience.
  • Spiritual discernment is a belief-based concept and may not be recognized as a reliable or verifiable method for detecting evil or deception by those who adhere to scientific or empirical standards.
  • Associating public figures with demonic possession or alignment without concrete evidence can be considered defamatory and may reflect personal biases rather than objective truths.
  • The interpretation of Greek Beta Gematria and the number 666 is open to debate and can be seen as a form of numerology, which is a pseudoscience and not widely accepted in academic circles. ...

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  • You can explore the historical context of spiritual beliefs by reading texts from different cultures and time periods to understand the evolution of ideas like demonic possession and spiritual discernment.
    • Delving into religious studies or anthropology books can provide a broader perspective on how various societies have interpreted supernatural events. For example, comparing the Christian concept of demonic possession with similar beliefs in other religions might offer insights into the commonalities and differences in spiritual experiences across cultures.
  • You might start a journal to document and reflect on any personal experiences that you feel may have spiritual significance.
    • Keeping a detailed record of events that you perceive as spiritually meaningful can help you analyze patterns or changes in your beliefs over time. For instance, if you encounter a situation that makes you feel uneasy or suspect a deeper meaning, writing it down allows you to revisit and contemplate these moments with a clearer mind later.
  • You can educate yourself on the ethical i ...

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Bryce's conspiracy theories about the flat earth, government deception, and powerful figures

Bryce Mitchell harbors conspiracy theories concerning the shape of the Earth, a grand cover-up by influential organizations and key public figures.

Bryce firmly believes the earth is flat, not a sphere, and that this is being covered up by a vast global conspiracy led by organizations like NASA

Bryce claims the earth is enclosed by a dome-like firmament, and that the sun, moon, and stars all rotate around the stationary earth

Bryce Mitchell asserts that the Earth is flat, stationary, and covered by a dome-like firmament. He believes all heavenly bodies, including the sun and moon, revolve around the Earth. Mitchell argues that this truth is hidden as part of a conspiracy to mask the second coming of Jesus and accuses NASA of being deceptive. Flat Earther beliefs, such as those by Bryce, include mistrust in space imagery by NASA and other organizations, suggesting that all images, including those of the Earth from the moon, are fabrications.

Bryce rejects scientific evidence for the earth's spherical shape and the solar system, believing it is all fabricated to turn people away from God

Mitchell challenges traditional scientific beliefs, such as the spherical Earth, evolution, and the Big Bang, viewing them as part of a scam to negate the need for God and to preserve belief systems that distract from biblical teachings. He discounts evolution and heliocentrism, basically advocating for a geocentric model where all other celestial bodies orbit a stationary Earth.

Bryce implies that NASA’s alleged deceit is connected to Satanic practices by interpreting its logo as a serpent's tongue and suggesting that adding a "T" to its name spells "Satan."

Bryce believes powerful groups and individuals, including the government, Freemasons, and the United Nations, are part of this conspiracy to deceive the public

Bryce Mitchell frames a wide-ranging conspiracy that he believes includes white politicians orchestrating 9/11 and the Freemasons knowing the Earth is flat. He perceives high-level members, such as John Kerry and George Bush, as being part of groups that worship Satan and are privy to the flat earth. Mitchell looks ...

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  • Scientific evidence overwhelmingly supports a spherical Earth, including satellite imagery, the way ships disappear over the horizon, and the Earth's shadow on the moon during a lunar eclipse.
  • The physics of gravity and motion observed in the solar system are consistent with a spherical Earth and cannot be explained by a flat Earth model.
  • Space agencies around the world, not just NASA, have provided consistent evidence supporting the Earth's spherical shape through various missions and experiments.
  • The United Nations logo is a map projection, a common way to represent the spherical Earth on a flat surface, and not evidence of a flat Earth conspiracy.
  • Accusations of Satanic practices are serious and require substantial evidence, which is not provided in the context of space exploration and scientific inquiry.
  • The success of space exploration and technology, such as GPS systems and satellite communications, relies on the understanding of the Earth as a sphere, which would be impossible if the Earth were flat.
  • Historical records, ancient scientific observations, and modern education across diverse cultures support a ...

Actionables

  • You can start a journal to document observations that challenge or support the idea of a flat Earth, noting things like the movement of the sun and moon, the way ships disappear over the horizon, or the curvature of the Earth from an airplane window. This personal record can serve as a basis for your own understanding and provide material for discussions with others who share your interest or skepticism.
  • Engage in map-making by trying to create a map that represents the world as flat, using available geographical data and distances between locations. This exercise can help you grasp the complexities of cartography and the challenges of representing a spherical Earth on a flat surface, which may offer insights into the assertions about Earth's shape.
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Bryce's strong political and social views on controversial topics

Mitchell holds strong political and social views on various controversial subjects, ranging from dismissive attitudes towards LGBTQ identities to conspiracy theories and critically unpopular stances on religious matters.

Bryce holds extreme anti-LGBTQ views, claiming the "gay agenda" is demonic and part of a plot to destroy Christianity

Bryce Mitchell expresses extreme anti-LGBTQ views, suggesting homosexuality is part of a "gay agenda" threatening to destroy Christianity. He believes homosexuality and LGBTQ identities are sinful, unnatural, and equates them with the death of familial bloodlines since LGBTQ individuals cannot reproduce. He considers Pride Month a glorification of demons, alleging the term "Pride" includes the word "demon," which indicates a plot to cast spells and promote demonic influence. He suggests successful LGBTQ individuals do not build families and cannot create an army, insinuating they are unable to contribute to the continuation of a society. Moreover, he has expressed his intent to homeschool his son to prevent him from turning gay, associating homosexuality with undesirable outcomes like communism and Satan worship.

Bryce is highly critical of Muslims, Islam, and Muslim-majority countries, claiming they are deceived and will eventually unite to attack Israel and Christians

Bryce Mitchell holds a critical stance towards Muslims and Islam, predicting a coalition of Muslims, Russians, and Chinese attacking Israel. He believes elite Jews want to kill Christians and Muslims, stating that elite Jews bomb innocent Muslims, which could provoke retaliation leading to World War III. Mitchell claims Muslims will establish an army to respond to excessive bombing, distinguishing Christianity's forgiveness from his perception that extreme Muslims would execute someone for being gay. He criticizes Ben Shapiro for dehumanizing Muslims and asserts everyone is made in the image of God regardless of whether one goes to war with them. Mitchell also attacks the Prophet Muhammad, calling him a pedophile, and expresses the ambition to convert Muslims to Christianity despite their marital customs having historical and cultural contexts.

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  • You can deepen your understanding of diverse perspectives by reading books or articles from authors with different backgrounds and beliefs. This broadens your worldview and helps you form your own informed opinions. For example, if you've heard viewpoints that are critical of certain groups, seek out literature that offers a positive insight into those communities to balance your perspective.
  • Engage in conversations with individuals from the communities discussed to gain firsthand insight into their experiences. This can be done through local community centers or online forums. Approach these interactions with openness and respect, aiming to listen and learn rather than deba ...

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