

Otherworld
Otherworld
Otherworld tells real stories of people who have experienced something paranormal or unexplainable. Host Jack Wagner takes an open minded and journalistic approach to the subject matter and aims to uncover some of the biggest mysteries of the world and how people react to it.
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Jan 12, 2026 • 32min
Episode 151: Heyburn Lake
After craving a night away from the kids and the city, Jerry and his wife, Chelsea, drove out to the backroads near Heyburn Lake in northeastern Oklahoma. The rural landscape was deeply familiar to Jerry, who had grown up in the area. As they slowly drove down the dark roads, something completely unidentifiable emerged in front of them, a large, iridescent, four-legged creature crossing their path.
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Jan 5, 2026 • 52min
Episode 150: The Overpass
Chris Nasrallah, a Palestinian-American wine importer and humanitarian, shares a powerful tale of survival after a near-fatal car accident that linked to his childhood nightmare of an overpass. He describes the haunting vision of his family's future without him, which prompted his return to life. Chris also reveals how this experience led him to establish The Kullective, focusing on aid for Gaza. With a bionic prosthetic, he discusses overcoming trauma, his commitment to helping others, and the deep significance of identity and purpose.

Dec 22, 2025 • 38min
Bonus: The Night Before Christmas
During the holidays at the height of the pandemic, Andrea traveled to Yuba County, California to visit her family. Desperate for a proper bed instead of sleeping on her parent's couch, she booked a cheap nearby hotel for the night. From the moment she entered the room, something felt off, but she chalked it up to the hotel's dinky conditions and went on with her night, until she found herself ambushed by an unexpected visitor.
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Dec 19, 2025 • 13min
Otherworldly Advice with Wendy [Patreon Preview]
I am joined by Wendy and Harmony for a brand new type of Patreon episode, one where we take calls from listeners about the great dilemmas they are facing and do our best to give advice. In this episode, we cover a mysterious moldy house, an anonymous warning letter, grandparents freebasing cocaine, and a mom hoping to help her 21 year old son.
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Dec 15, 2025 • 54min
Episode 149: Saint George
During a work trip to St. George, a seemingly typical Airbnb stay turns into a chilling experience. Julia feels an unsettling presence, while John encounters a translucent boy on the stairs, igniting his childhood memories of unexplained sightings. As they investigate, shared experiences with their housemates further build the eerie atmosphere. They explore the history of the house and contemplate the possibility of a trapped spirit, delving into the mysteries of the unknown.

Dec 8, 2025 • 1h 21min
Episode 148: Athena
Athena shares her eerie experience after moving into a historic row house with college roommates. Strange occurrences begin with alarm malfunctions and strange noises, prompting them to explore with a Ouija board. The board reveals a spirit named Walter, but events escalate, with Athena becoming the primary target. From mysterious locks to fading scratches, her fear grows while others remain skeptical. Cleansings bring temporary quiet, but reflection leads Athena to confront her experiences and their impact on her beliefs.

Dec 3, 2025 • 24min
The Plant Scientist [Patreon Preview]
In this two-part patreon only series about a 24 year old plant scientist named Michael whose life is turned upside down by a strange series of paranormal events and a chance encounter with a mysterious Italian-American man named Rafael. I am putting out an extra-long preview for all of you in hopes of luring you behind the paywall. If you like what you hear, both episodes are out this week!
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Dec 1, 2025 • 54min
Episode 147: The Mimic
Evelyn and Cassandra move into an old house with friends, only to encounter eerie happenings. They first dismiss strange noises and fleeting glimpses that echo their roommates. The unsettling experiences escalate, including seeing apparitions of their friends and hearing disembodied voices. A disturbing incident in the shower reveals the presence communicating directly with a partner. After growing increasingly uncomfortable, they decide it's time to leave the haunted abode, feeling their space invaded.

Nov 26, 2025 • 14min
The Little People [Patreon Preview]
A fisherman named Chris, deep in the Canadian wilderness, discovered a strange ring of footprints in the winter mud, including several impossibly small ones, far from anywhere a person could realistically be. When he posted about it online, a friend replied with an explanation that tied the encounter to both the supernatural and First Nations beliefs.
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Nov 24, 2025 • 57min
Interview with Jessica Hundley
Jessica Hundley, a writer and filmmaker known for her work on the Library of Esoterica series, dives into fascinating discussions about spiritual channeling and the creative process. She reflects on the artists throughout history who have embraced the unseen, including surrealists and spirit artists like Paulina Peavy. Hundley shares her own experiences with tarot and the occult, revealing connections between creativity, psychedelia, and even recent UFO encounters. Her mission? To make esoteric histories accessible and connect communities through art.


