Mysterious Matters: Archive - Dark Matter AM 2026

Theoretical physicist Dr. Michio Kaku discusses the future of humanity, settling on Mars, Elon Musk's space launches, the role of artificial intelligence and robotics, the possibility of organic robot beings, and predictions for space exploration.

How would you react if, after taking nighttime cold medicine, you woke up the following morning and you had committed atrocious acts of violence?  Such was the case for 20 individuals over the past 100 years. These are the tales of Parasomnias and those who fall victim to subconscious theater...being acted out in reality.

On this edition of Mysterious Matters we welcomed on Preston Dennett for a candid conversation surrounding his work in the UFO and Paranormal fields. The audio isn't the greatest on behalf of both Bob and Preston due to several technical issues that popped up and were later resolved but not until after this interview happened. But it was a great show nonetheless!

On Monday, August 21st residents of just 10 states —and the millions of travelers making the trip for the chance to see a rare phenomenon—will be able to witness the full totality of a solar eclipse.  The totality window spans a mere 70 miles wide.   Astronomer Bob Berman touches on the spectacular beauty of a total eclipse compared to a partial eclipse.  Then we turn our attention to his latest book: “Zapped“. Even during the darkest night sky, all around us we’re surrounded by light. Science writer Bob Berman joins us to talk about the many kinds of light we cannot see – how they are crucial for life and how they can kill us if we’re not careful.

Theoretical Physicist Amit Goswami believes that the science of Quantum Mechanics is not only the future of science, but it is also the key to understanding consciousness, life, death, God, psychology, and the overall meaning of life.   Today we sit down with Dr. Goswami to ask him questions regarding the world of quantum physics, and the theories that other theoretical physicists have been discussing over the years such as the multiverse theory, the holographic universe model, and more.   Some of the topics touched on include:   ► What is a Quantum representative of ► Is Time Travel possible using Quantum Leap like technology or another form of traveling through time ► Are Mystics more in touch with the mystifying world world of science than even mainstream scientists ► What are the motivations behind some scientific theories proposing the multiverse, parallel dimensions ► Are memories being passed down through DNA to our descendants ► Are our energetic forms being recycled through what is known as reincarnation ► What causes the Mandela effect

When you need insight on the future weather you go to a meteorologist. When you need insight on potential future events that may change the world then you turn to a world renowned Nostradamus expert and forecaster of potential future events. That's what we've done for what is essentially the last episode of Mysterious Matters before transitioning to the Bob Bain Show; and John Hogue's last appearance on any show hosted by Bob Bain. We've been releasing these shows backwards from newest recording session to oldest. All three episodes from the month of May were recorded during the first week of May. Predictions for 2017 include what's going on with Donald Trump, North Korea, Russia, and Syria. Listen...only if you dare.

In family rooms across America, millions of children and teenagers are playing video games, such as Call of Duty, Halo, and Grand Theft Auto, roaming violent virtual worlds—with virtual guns in their hands. In what sometimes seems like an increasingly violent world, it’s only natural to worry about the effects of all this pixelated gore. But is that concern misplaced? Authors and psychologists Patrick M. Markey and Christopher J. Ferguson say it is.  

Bob commemorates the 2nd anniversary of his father’s death (May 12th, 2015 @ 3:00 PM) by having a candid conversation with Dr. Scott Kolbaba (a real, practicing physician). Their conversation focuses on stories of Bob’s own afterlife experiences with his Dad, as well as those shared by Dr. Scott Kolbaba as either experienced first hand or relayed to him by other practicing doctors. This first edition of the Bob Bain Show, sees Bob unprepared, and thrown off by the camera, but ready to tackle the conversation as any astute professional would. Join the conversation as Bob and Dr. Kolbaba tackle Afterlife Experiences, Life After Death, Signs from the Afterlife and more. Check YouTube for the actual video of this show.

Are there truly mysterious beasts of a cryptozoological nature creeping around in forests, waterways, or otherwise unexplored areas of the earth?  Ken Gerhard believes that is the case and why he has dedicated his life to investigating claims of humanoid creatures, gargantuan water creatures, and other mysterious beasts. Unlike other cryptozoologists, Ken Gerhard has worked in a zoo as a volunteer and feels the experience has given him a better understanding of animal behaviors. Topics touched on include: ►Does Ken believe he will ever find key evidence, or a golden ticket, to break open the world of cryptozoology for mainstream investigation ►Mysterious Beasts of the Amazon Jungle ►Is Bigfoot real, or merely a fabrication by people wanting to be the next P.T. Barnum ►Larger than life wasps, spiders and coconut crabs ►Insects with the ability to cloak themselves ►Reasons why lake monsters could be real, compared to Bigfoot Plus much more!  

 Has the Paranormal taken a strong lead to become part of American Culture? That’s what we find out today as Associate Professor of Sociology and Anthropology, Joseph Baker shares his insight on Paranormal America, and the Parallels between Religion and the Paranormal. Joseph and his co-authors/co-researchers participated in psychic readings, palm readings, they had their auras photographed, joined a Bigfoot hunt, followed a group of ghost hunters in an investigation of a haunted classroom, and even visited a support group for alien abductees. Topics touched on include: ►The Satanic Panic of the late 1980’s into the 1990’s ►How Paul Ingram was personally affected by this Moral Panic ►The moral panic of today ►What’s the mindset of a professor of sociology going into the investigative field of Paranormal Phenomenon ►Key Demographics and Statistics for various Paranormal Phenomena ►Are the majority of average Americans more inclined to believe or disbelieve in Paranormal activity ►Why don’t more Christians believe in Paranormal Activity, when the Christian bible is abundant with Paranormal experiences Plus much more!   Professor of Sociology and Anthropology, Joseph Baker joined us to discuss "Paranormal America". We focus on the Satanic Panic of the late 80's into the 90's, Ghost Encounters, UFO Sightings, Bigfoot Hunts and other curiosities in religion and culture.