Experts in paranormal phenomena and forensic death investigation dive into intriguing cases involving mysterious 911 calls and restless spirits at a Kansas funeral home. The podcast explores the challenges faced by emergency responders and the eerie encounters within these haunting locations, offering thought-provoking insights into the mysteries of the afterlife.
Thermal goggles reveal hidden electrical fire thwarting potential disaster.
Eldon's encounter with deceased young man reshapes his perspective on life and death.
Deep dives
Call Reporting a Fire Saves College Students
Rebecca, a 911 operator, receives a call reporting a fire from an older woman in Oakland. Despite the students at the location denying making the call, the police and fire department investigate. Using thermal goggles, the fire department discovers an electrical fire hidden behind the walls, potentially preventing a significant structure fire.
Eldon's Encounter at the Funeral Parlor
Eldon recalls an eerie encounter in Cottonwood Falls where he saw a deceased young man at the funeral parlor. The young man appeared healthy, dressed in ranch attire, after tragically drowning. Eldon felt a strong emotional connection during the encounter before the apparition vanished. The experience left him deeply impacted, reshaping his views on life and death.
Interpreting the Supernatural Encounters
Experts Neelu Ahmed and Morgan Knudsen discuss Eldon's experience. Neelu suggests psychological mechanisms behind the encounter, like his brain coping with the traumatic sight. Morgan considers paranormal explanations, highlighting the physical interaction Eldon felt. Despite differing beliefs, both admit the profound impact of the encounter on Eldon's perspective.
A double bill of two haunting and intriguing new cases. An emergency responder in rural Maine receives an impossible 911 call, and a Kansas funeral home where the dead won't stay dead.
Written and presented by Danny Robins
Experts: Nilufar Ahmed and Morgan Knudsen
Editing and sound design: Charlie Brandon-King
Music: Evelyn Sykes
Theme music by Lanterns on the Lake
Script editor: Dale Shaw
Development producer: Sarah Patten
Production manager: Tam Reynolds
Commissioning executive: Paula McDonnell
Commissioning editor: Rhian Roberts
Produced by Danny Robins and Simon Barnard
A Bafflegab and Uncanny Media production for BBC Radio 4
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