Beyond the Brain, The Consciousness Signal - Simon Bown

Beyond the Brain, The Consciousness Signal - Simon Bown

From The Michael Decon Program by Michael Decon

April 19, 2026 · 36 min

About this episode

This episode explores the idea that consciousness is received by the brain rather than created by it, discussing various phenomena and personal stories related to this theory.

Patreon EP.135 *FULL VERSION HERE* In this episode, we explore the provocative idea that consciousness may not be created by the brain, but instead received by it like a radio tuning into a signal. Drawing from near-death experiences, out of body experiences, paranormal encounters, and decades of research, Simon Bowne presents the “receiver theory” of the brain and its possible implications for reality, awareness, and life after death. The conversation also touches on shared experiences of the unexplained, from psychic visions and missing time to UFO sightings and vivid dreams, suggesting that these phenomena may be more common than many realize. With powerful personal stories and verified near death accounts, this episode challenges conventional views of consciousness and opens the door to a fascinating possibility: that death may not be the end, but a transition.

People in this episode

Host: Michael Decon

Guest: Simon Bown

Topics covered

  • consciousness
  • receiver theory
  • near-death experiences
  • paranormal encounters
  • life after death
  • psychic phenomena
  • UFO sightings

Keywords

  • consciousness
  • brain
  • near-death experiences
  • paranormal
  • UFO
  • psychic
  • life after death
  • receiver theory

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