Daniel J. Gansle is an independent researcher, freelance journalist, technical writer, and the author of several books elucidating modern prophetic thought including 2012: Day of Reckoning, Rapture Redux, and Your World, Your Future, & Bible Prophecy. He has spoken on the topic of prophecy extensively at book signing events, study groups, meetings, and on The History Channel’s Nostradamus Effect ("Satan's Army," aired November 11, 2009 and "The Rapture," aired December 16, 2009). Mr. Gansle holds a University degree in Cultural Anthropology with a concentration in Mesoamerican studies. He currently resides in Dallas, Texas.