Time began when you were born. People stop existing when they're not around. Same with places. Also, whenever they tell you about events and things that happened while you were out of sight, they're lying. It's a little like that saying "Out of sight, out of mind" except it's "Out of sight, out of existence." History is made up. The man just doesn't want you to get suspicious. On a related note, the year is 2199 and you live in a world simulated by machines in order to keep your physical body docile. You can be absolutely certain you can be certain of nothing. Everyone besides you is a robot.
Enjoy the smoothie I've turned your brain into.
