Uncanny

Series 5: Case 7: The Magnet

Dec 9, 2025
A woman's move from rural Yorkshire to bustling London leads her into a world of eerie disturbances. Electrical malfunctions and disappearing items create tension in her new relationship. Chilling encounters with a ghostly figure and unsettling experiences during holidays follow her everywhere. Experts debate whether hauntings are connected to places or people. As her relationship deteriorates, a final ghostly warning suggests deeper connections. The mystery of who—or what—is the true magnet for these phenomena leaves listeners pondering.
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ANECDOTE

Country Mouse Moves To London

  • Kate moved from North Yorkshire to live with Jim in his South London Edwardian villa and immediately noticed electrical appliances failing.
  • Her friend found the inside of her boombox smashed despite the exterior being pristine.
ANECDOTE

Apparition In The Office

  • While sitting in Jim's office, Kate swung her chair and saw a bald old man in a zip-up top who then disappeared.
  • Neighbours later showed her a grainy photograph matching the man's description and confirming he had lived in the house.
INSIGHT

Some People Attract Phenomena

  • Experts suggest some people emit higher electromagnetic fields or act as natural mediums attracting spirit activity.
  • Dr Cal Cooper and Dr Kate Sherrill debate whether Kate was the magnet or simply interpreting coincidental phenomena as paranormal.
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