Jordan Maxwell From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jordan Maxwell aka Russell Pine (28 December 1940) is a researcher and independent scholar in the fields of astro-theology, religion, secret societies, and the occult, with a focus on the foundations for modern-day religion and government. He began his work in 1959 and has produced numerous video lectures and documentaries on these subjects. He has been described by peers and fans alike as "the preeminent researcher and scholar in the field of occult/religious philosophy", although Maxwell prefers to refer to himself simply as "an ordinary man pursuing extraordinary knowledge". Maxwell's areas of interest include Secret Societies, Ancient Symbols and Occult Emblems, Secret Meanings of Modern Symbols (from Corporate Logos to Government Emblems), Ancient Sciences and Technologies, and Hidden Bible Teachings and Mysteries. Confusion regarding the actual definition of the word "occult" (Latin word simply meaning "hidden") has lead some to misunderstand Maxwell's work. As he states, "Occult doesn't mean evil or bad or corrupt. It just means hidden. Secrets. In the medical field, there are terms that doctors use; certain organs are occult...it means hidden or not in view."