I feel like commenting on the Smithsonian was a big influence on this attack/retraction I feel like they were pushed by some people to shit him down but I think if they are worried about what and how people are going to present then they should do a rehearsal and help them clean it up and give suggestions and insights that help it to be conveyed successfully and without accusations or misinformation. Bill Vieira is known for One Tough Bastard (1996), Mrs. Munck (1995) and The Wharf Rat (1995). Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 10, 2022, Another well researched book and i am delighted with the content, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 19, 2018. But the disease reared its ugly head once again, sending Cohen into a deep depression. Tragedy struck Meredith Vieira's family when she was just a teenager, when her grandmother received some bad news: She was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer. The full statement and letter sent to him can be found here. Interesting that the comments here offer no contrary evidence, just opinion and/or insult. "I was [in L.A.] and my phone started going off at 4 a.m. What is the origin of the legend of the Christed Son who was born of a virgin on December 25th? Jim Vieira is a stonemason, explorer, historical detective and host of the History Channel shows -"Search for the Lost Giants" (2014) "Roanoke: Search for the Lost Colony" (2015) and "Return to Roanoke: Search the Seven" (2016). The first show, a two-hour special, has been condensed to an hour and will be televised at 8 p.m., according to Vieira. My friend knows the decendentsbof that man in the article he introduced me to them. You absolutely did an excellent job at proving the point you set out to examine here. Many of the statements highlighted were figures of speech or aside comments that werent relevant to the material and theory being presented. ga('send', 'pageview'); They give great details on all the interesting findings and present the information intelligently but with a nice flair for adventure. He has articles published in Atlantis Rising (US), New Dawn (Australia) and numerous other publications. James E. Vieira, a stonemason, writer and Northeast Antiquities Research Association member, believes there is ample evidence that Ancient America was a melting pot of races from other lands,. A stonemason by trade, Vieira has been studying ancient sites for over 20 years and back in 2012, he delivered a TEDx talk for Shelburne Falls discussing his research and what he had found. AtAncient Origins, we believe that one of the most important fields of knowledge we can pursue as human beings is our beginnings. The statement then made several pinpoints at certain marks in the video where Vieira made statements that were considered to be unsubstantiated claims. NORTHFIELD The town partnered with the state Department of Transportation and WSP Consultants to apply for a federal grant to help replace the GREENFIELD The Greenfield man accused of pulling a gun on another man at the Stop & Shop supermarket on Thursday is being held without the AMHERST Tibetan activist and writer Tenzin Tsundue, whos been arrested and jailed multiple times for his activism, is coming to the Valley for a SUNDERLAND In a partnership with the North Star Center for Self-Directed Learning, the Sunderland Public Library is hosting biweekly American From left: Stoneworkers Bill and Jim Vieira of Ashfield continue researching an inscribed stone, purporting to tell the story of the lost colony of Roanoke, in their new special for the History Channel. I doubt there are any solid records that say what happened for certain as far as any potential cover up is concerned. I happen to know Jim very well. Rent HD$3.99 Buy HD$9.99 More purchase options Add Add Add to Watchlist Add to Watchlist By ordering or viewing, you agree to our Terms. Come waste some time with us! As Greek mythology goes, the universe was once a big soup of nothingness. I have NO doubt that an eight ft skeleton was dug out of that cave. //LBtag_id.innerHTML = ''; If the public knew how deep and rich the native American culture had been, they would have been less likely to support their own governments slaughter and theft of their lands. Stonework experts Jim and Bill Vieira continue their hunt for the Lost Colony of Roanoke by analyzing the inscription on the mysterious Dare Stone against the 400-year-old historical record. Stonework experts Jim and Bill Vieira continue their hunt for the Lost Colony of Roanoke by analyzing the inscription on the mysterious Dare Stone against the 400-year-old historical record. Elvis Presley and Oprah Winfrey. Well done men! While things went well for Vieira for a while, eventually the show's format began to grate on her nerves, something she discussed in Ladies Who Punch: The Explosive Inside Story of The View by Ramin Setoodeh. They included a thoughtful summary of the influence of hoaxed reports and exaggerations that have clouded our modern view of these anomalous finds and what is left is a mystery. Where are the physical remains of those disinterred giants, so frequently discussed in the 19th Century county and local histories of the United States? She's hosted game shows, helmed talk shows, and covered some of the most important breaking news that's out there on more than one occasion. "She didn't blink. Clearly they are passionate about finding the truth, getting the facts, and presenting an interesting story. var currentheadline = document.getElementById("headline").innerText; var currentLocation = window.location; "I don't believe she ever questioned her doctor she just did what she was told," she shared in an interview with Health. But that doesn't mean that things are dire for Cohen and Vieira. But the question remains, why? By combing through microfilm in the town library of the local newspaper, they find a story of the find, complete with a photograph of the 8 foot skeleton with a six foot man beside it for scale. I didn't know what to make of all of it." This would explain burial mounds & tombs giant skeletons reportedly were found in. As for giants, I am a Ohio native, my father was a archeology hobbyist at best and influenced my brother and I to go to lectures, digs, reading, etc. For Ms. Kontrabecki to expect that she would be shown every single thing at the Smithsonian is quite pompous actually. "But as the year progressed, I began to realize that it wasn't working for me in terms of my personal life.". StarringJim Vieira Bill Vieira Andrew Collins Hugh Newman. For several years, Jim Vieira has given talks about ancient manmade stone formations and the reported findings of giant human bones in this region and elsewhere. This book is packed with information on giants. In 1989, Meredith Vieira landed a dream job: She was hired as a correspondent on 60 Minutes, the youngest person ever to join the team at the time. Library in Stone: The Ica Stones of Professor Cabrera Part I, Two Sides to Every Story: The North American Martyrs Shrines and Indigenous/ Roman Catholic Relations, The Origins of the Faeries: Encoded in our Cultures Part I, Curse of the Buried Pearl: The Hunt for Ancient Treasures Part I, The Enigma of the Shugborough Inscription, Mexico Maya & Olmec Tour 2018 - Pyramids, Gods & Giants. "I went on this ridiculous diet," she continued. A couple of years ago I ran a series entitled the Genesis Giants: Jim and Bill Vieira, the Vieira Brothers, both stonemasons from a small town in Massachusetts, became interested in the subject of giants. Both a photo and a tooth confirm there indeed was a giant, the veil is now lifted, this is a game changer with two strong corroborating, During their quest they were able to find an old-timer who had is rib repaired by Doc Parker when he was younger. The pair star on a new History channel show, "Search for the Lost Giants," premiering Nov. 4. Additionally, Vieira, one of several morning show hosts who've turned heads with their stunning transformations, has appeared on 60 MinutesandCBS Morning News,eventually returning to a game show in 2018 with25 Words or Less. It deserves an esteemed place in any shelf, discussion, and bookstore. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness. "And to this day, it sticks in my head.". Scientific discoveries havent always been welcomed with open arms especially when they challenge the accepted ideas of the day. The first 2 are clearly just figures of speech that he was using which Ms. Kontrabecki didnt understand. ", In late 2016, Meredith Vieira joined Today as a journalist, a pretty exciting step in her career. Jim and James talk to a descendant of the Billy, Harman, named Ed Harman. "I think he was a much angrier man. Given that one of Vieiraskey claims is that evidence of giants having existed has been and remains activelysuppressed, TEDs action of removing the talk plays right into the theory. I thought, too, that the dismissal was a bit too quick. Last updated on February 13th, 2022 at 12:02 am. I agree that it doesnt matter whether you believe in giants or not, but every point and counterpoint certainly leaves me questioning the credibility (or should I say integrity? ) -. Extremely tall skeletons ranging from 7 feet up to a staggering 18 feet tall have been reportedly uncovered in prehistoric mounds, burial chambers, caves, geometric earthworks, and ancient battlefields.Strange anatomic anomalies such as double rows of teeth, horned skulls, massive jaws that fit over a modern face, and elongated skulls have also been reported. And while that's relatable, it's a shame Vieira deals with that, especially with experience like hers. I am the owner of Puckets Cave and have questions and information re my cave. This is the Vieira brothers second History Channel special on the disappearance of 117 colonists from Roanoke Island, Va., in 1587. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. Curious to know more about those details, which Vieira has handled with both strength and grace? Big thanks to the followup of this story. An insult is also called ad hominem and is a logical fallacy. //var LBtag_id = document.getElementById('buylinkLBB1 Ashfield's Vieira bros. back on History Channel,ph2'); No idea what you are talking about. The following quotes are taken directly from the letter: TEDs fact check found that your talk is based on a debunked popular hoax from the early 1900s and promotes a well-known and widely discredited fringe theory. Spanish conquistadors couldn't believe their eyes while exploring the rugged terrain of the Andes during their invasion of Peru. One would figure with all these high-end producers, writers and researchers that in this day and age we could get some quality TV. These giants are not supernatural occurrences. Mahatma Gandhi and the Dalai Lama. She also worried that somehow some of what was happening might be her fault, as he would often cry after his abusive episodes. link in our early beginnings. And while some people may seem content with the story as it stands, our view is that there existcountless mysteries, scientific anomalies and surprising artifacts thathave yet to be discovered and explained. While things started out great, and she loved her partner, over time he began to get more and more abusive. Jane Goodall did a TED talk on the superhumanity of primates which was basically a 100% opinion piece. In the 16th-19th centuries, native Americans werebranded as savages in an attempt to dehumanize them and justify the expansion of settlement and murder of native peoples. Blogging Health, Fitness, & a Little bit of everything else. First of all, Vieira doesnt claim his research to be science as much as he claims it to be archaeology. Were you ever given permission to take a peek at the guy that was buried by the monks as well. Subscribe Today, Northfield seeks $12.5M federal grant to replace Schell Bridge, Greenfield man pleads not guilty to waving gun at Stop & Shop, Noted Tibetan activist and writer to visit the Valley, Sunderland Public Library, North Star team up for ASL lessons. Ancient Chinese Earthquake Detector Invented 2,000 Years Ago Really Worked! Hes digging up old stuff about people and civilizations and Im pretty sure that qualifies as archaeology. "I'm proud of the work we did there, but it's not a good time in the history of the show," she confessed. That was the whole idea of Me and Micah Ewers getting this information out there. Many of these discoveries were sent to the Smithsonian Institution in Washington D.C., seemingly never to be heard about again. Well clearly, it has, as more and more older women are working in top TV spots. I really enjoyed reading it (which is a LOT for me to say, or even be bothered to comment on), James, , ISBN-13 But even then, she didn't leave. But given Hewitt's status, Vieira really didn't have a choice. May i ask what happened to it? I would give this book, and plan to, to people that have no idea about the real history of our country and planet. Impressive research yet occasionally silly, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 16, 2022. Thank you for sharing your story, Meredith. '"; Search for the Lost Giants: With Kevin Delaney, Hugh Newman, Jeffrey Alan Solomon, Todd Disotell. The first was in 1999, when he was diagnosed, treated, and sent into remission. As well as exploring and writing about the stone sites of New England, he has written for Ancient American magazine, The Heretic (UK) and local newspapers. Most famous for being one of the OG hosts of The View, Vieira has also been a staple on Today, Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, and, of course,The Meredith Vieira Showto name her most prominent shows (via IMDb). of the TEDx group as I almost, just fell into the trap of referring to them as an institution for lack of a better word. TED/TEDx is not a platform that allows unsubstantiated claims to be put forward as science. Take the ultimate journey of human knowledge from the Big Bang 13.8 billion years ago to the Modern Technological World and into the Future. These cluster around a range of 7 to 8 feet in eight, but there are credible reports of far larger ones. As most of you know, Adventists believe that our earliest forebears were substantially larger than modern humans, but gradually devolved to a smaller size after the Flood. Jim Vieira is a stonemason, author, explorer and host of the History Channel shows "Search for the Lost Giants" (2014) "Roanoke: Search for the Lost Colony" (2015) and "Return to Roanoke: Search the Seven" (2016). I think the authors convey great knowledge and immense research on such an interesting subject. It presents an unprecedented overview of a lost race of people. I believe it could be possible; there are mentions in ancient texts and stories of giant humans going back as far as writing itself. Over a 200-year period thousands of newspaper reports, town and county histories, letters, photos, diaries, and scientific journals have documented the existence of an ancient race of giants in North America. He is a historian and written a couple books, trying to finish a couple now. We were hoping people would follow up on these articles, no one has done that better than you guys. In my experience, 2 ways you can identify a southern or deep south state are: grits come automatically with breakfast (whether you want them or not) and ice tea is always sweet tea. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. In 2012 he created the online blog The Daily Giant that showcased a giant report every day for nearly two years. "What I will miss the most is his kindness," she continued, adding that Philbin "never forgot that he was this kid from the Bronx.". It didn't feel the same way," she recalled. This item cannot be shipped to your selected delivery location. I highly recommend this book. Please try again. //var LBtag_id = document.getElementById('buylinkLBB1 Ashfield's Vieira bros. back on History Channel,ph1'); Returning book. Yes, I believe they all could have been hoaxes. One of Vieiras key claims is that the general scientific community along with museums, specifically The Smithsonian Institute, have worked to keep the existence of giants in ancient America out of the history books. By lining up passages on the stone with clues left behind by Captain John Smith of Jamest Stonework experts Jim and Bill Vieira continue their hunt for the Lost Colony of Roanoke by analyzing the inscription on the mysterious Dare Stone against the 400-year-old historical record. In addition to MS, Meredith Vieira's husband, Richard Cohen, was diagnosed with colon cancer not once, but twice. However, just six months into her stint on the show, she and a team were dispatched to cover a tragic story the day it happened: the massacre at Virginia Tech. Instead of attacking the evidence, they attack the person. As well as exploring and writing about the stone sites of New England, he has written for Ancient American magazine, The Heretic (UK) and local newspapers. Stone Structures & Giants. But it sounds like things ended up just fine in the end. var sellablestring2 = "FOR THE RECORDER"; These may be skeletons from different time periods. Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2016. Gigantism is a known genetic defect, it has been around for generations, so of course giants have existed. At its core, this statement shows part of what might be the mindset of Kontrabecki and others like her at TED: Jim Vieira, with his stonemason background and no schooling, is not a real archaeologist or scientist or researcher he is beneath them and therefore cannot be taken seriously regardless of the evidence he puts forward. To sell papers? , Item Weight I havent asked Jim yet as I have deluged him with issues concerning the case I am working. They were often a class and race unto themselves and, with conditions changing, may be so again. Your email address will not be published. In the first hour, investigative reporter Greg Hunter responded to the British. To find them is the quest the Vieira Brothers have launched themselves into. Jim Vieira is a stonemason and co-author with Hugh Newman of 'Giants On Record' He has collated 1500 newspapers and scholarly accounts of giant skeletons being found in North America, In 2012. Learn the newest breakthroughs in demonology. Ever sympathetic, Vieira feels that what happened was complicated. Dr. Greg Little, Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2021. Native American author and professor of law emeritus, Vine Deloria, writes: Its probably better that so few of the ruins and remains were tied in with the Smithsonian because they give good reason to believe the ending of the Indiana Jones moviea great warehouse where the real secrets of earth history are buried.. In 2007 I was a visiting scientist at the Smithsonian Museum Support Center [] there is no conspiracy to cover up or hide Native American giant skeletons or artifacts. "The whole thing is just sad," she continued. They travel the country seeking evidence that such creatures once wandered through the Americas. On July 24, 2020, television icon Regis Philbin died of natural causes at the ripe age of 88, as noted by People. Make sure you get this right.'". March 17, 2020. If there was a grain of truth to the idea that The Smithsonian Institute has fought to keep this information secret, then theres no reason to think that once they got wind of a TEDx talk like this one they would have demanded it be taken down and discredited. Giants in Siberia more than likely white. With Matt Mangum, Daniel Williams-Lopez, Alexander Kane, Dango Nu Yen. What I like the most is that the authors present all the information they have and then often ask the reader to decide for themselves what the real answer may be. Discover the English Radio/TV Programme at Audible. His professional certifications include CASP, Sec+, Net+, MCSA, & ITIL and others. Meredith Vieira has been a reporter and host for decades, appearing on television in a wide variety of prime time programs. Archaeologists have been able to take a closer look at one of the United Kingdoms most famous shipwrecks. He is the machete welding cave guide, and researcher for the Search for Lost Giants Show on the History Channel. I have a variety of videos on a number of topics. They are on microfiche in libraries around the country. Im glad you got some value from the article. Lest you think it stops there, Vieira is also a producer on more than a few films and shows, showing just how diverse her television talents are. We dont share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we dont sell your information to others. We dont know if this particular skeleton suffered from gigantism, but the sheer number of articles around this phenomena is astounding. var tag_id = document.getElementById('buylinkB1 Ashfield's Vieira bros. back on History Channel,ph2'); Bill Vieira is known for One Tough Bastard (1996), Mrs. Munck (1995) and The Wharf Rat (1995). Jim Vieira is a stonemason, explorer, historical detective and host of the History Channel shows -"Search for the Lost Giants" (2014) "Roanoke: Search for the Lost Colony" (2015) and "Return to Roanoke: Search the Seven" (2016). CONTRIBUTED PHOTO I think I will ask her a out any knowledge of what become of those artifacts. Understanding the Mysterious Kingdom of Shambhala, The Truth Behind the Christ Myth: Ancient Origins of the Often Used Legend Part I, Research Confirms That 20% of the Neanderthal Genome Can Be Found In Modern Humans, The Curious Apparitions of Pagan Goddesses to the German Knights Templar, The origins of human beings according to ancient Sumerian texts, Evidence that Noahs Ark Landed on a Mountain 17 Miles South of Ararat, Caesars Savage Human Skewers Unearthed In German Fort. "And I don't sit around talking about it, but, yeah, I hope that it somehow had gotten into the DNA," Vieira continued. Feel free to email me at chefclary60@gmail.com. jim and bill vieira 2020how to connect headphones to iphone 11. "She said that she had watched Today for years and had grown to see us as an extension of her family," she continued. I came across all of this nonsense by chance, while looking up something else but something in the subject matter caught my eye and I got sucked into the whole ridiculous thing. Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2016. michaelmurphy408@gmail.com, I sent you an email, thanks for contacting me Michael, I am looking forward to our conversation. A perfect addition to the ancient mysteries bookshelf." I really liked your article and you spoke up and nailed down some really valid points. Are the Misty Peaks of the Azores Remnants of the Legendary Atlantis? Not human does sound like a dismissal, and that it was never investigated. "Must have" book for anyone interested in learning about giants! They also said something about not expecting to look for giants in the deep south.. "All I did was drink Tab and eat like five Ritz crackers a day for the entire summer. Fascinating account of how 'history books' and perceived scientific 'fact' appears to run with a specific agenda. : Click the link below to view my YouTube videos. They didnt fit their mental model of the world so they got dusted under the carpet never to be seen again. Modern-day archaeology and anthropology have nearly sealed the door on our imaginations, broadly interpreting the North American past as devoid of anything unusual in the way of great cultures characterized by a people of unusual demeanor. James thanks for stopping by and reading. He is also co-author of Giants on Record with Hugh Newmanand is co-hosting Mexico Maya & Olmec Tour 2018 - Pyramids, Gods & Giants in January 2018. Jim has presented on diverse topics such as worldwide giant mythology, ancient megalithic cultures, Atlantis and cataclysms, hybrids and ancient androgynous gods, theories of the genetic creation of humans, metaphysics, quantum mechanics, non-dualistic thought systems and Psychedelic use throughout history.