Oil has long been cast as a “fossil fuel,” yet its mysteries run deeper than the story of ancient plankton and plants. Found at depths twice as great as any known fossil, oil contains anomalies that resist biological explanations. Some reservoirs even refill themselves, hinting at processes beyond scarcity-based models. Could petroleum be more than nature’s byproduct? Perhaps it was engineered, a planetary lubricant designed to stabilize Earth’s crust and sustain life.

This thrilling exploration into our advanced ancient history uncovers remarkable aspects that have been concealed for centuries. Consider...

In the first half, Jared Murphy , researcher of ancient technologies and lost history, spoke with Richard Syrett ( Twitter ) about his...