December 29, 1996: Nostradamus - John Hogue

John Hogue, author of "Nostradamus: The Complete Prophecies" and the upcoming "Millennium Book of Prophecy," joins Art Bell during the busy year-end period for prophecy scholars. Hogue's unique background as a former opera singer led him to prophetic studies after experiencing spiritual moments during performances that he describes as almost transcendent. His search for understanding these mystical experiences led him around the world three times, studying religious movements, prophetic traditions, and paranormal phenomena. Hogue explains how singing naturally opens the heart, which mystics consider the doorway to truth, contrasting with the mind as the farthest layer from our essential being. His "Millennium Book of Prophecy" examines not only Nostradamus but also Edgar Cayce and other seers, providing a comprehensive compilation of prophetic visions. The discussion explores the nature of prophetic consciousness and how altered states of awareness can provide glimpses into future possibilities. Hogue's artistic background brings a unique perspective to prophecy interpretation, combining mystical experience with scholarly research. This episode provides essential preparation for understanding prophetic traditions as the millennium approaches, offering insights into consciousness, time, and the nature of prophetic vision through both classical music performance and detailed study of history's greatest seers.