The Paracast — The Gold Standard of Paranormal Radio
Gene Steinberg
All episodes starting in 2022 feature better audio and fewer ads! The Paracast is a paranormal radio show that takes you on a journey to a world beyond science, where UFOs, poltergeists and strange phenomena of all kinds have been reported by millions. The Paracast seeks to shed light on the mysteries and complexities of our Universe and the secrets that surround us in our everyday lives. Join long-time paranormal writer and researcher Gene Steinberg, a team of knowledgeable guest cohosts, and a panel of special guest experts and experiencers, as they explore the realms of the known and unknown. Listen each week to the great stories about the amazing history of the paranormal field in the 20th and 21st centuries. When strange things occur that confound traditional scientific dogma, from strange objects speeding across our skies, to frightening creatures in remote areas of the world, and incredible reports of haunted houses, The Paracast will be there to separate the signal from the noise.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-paracast-the-gold-standard-of-paranormal-radio--6203433/support.
Episodes
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May 1, 2022 • 1h 59min
May 1, 2022 — Chris Rutkowski with Curt Collins
Gene and guest cohost Curt Collins present Canadian UFO researcher/scientist Chris Rutkowski for a special update on his ongoing research, the latest developments in the UFO field, and the large role Canada has played in investigating the phenomenon. Chris is a Canadian science writer, educator, and consultant for the Winnipeg Paranormal Group. Since the mid-1970s, he’s written about his investigations and research on UFOs, for which he is best known. His works include A World of UFOs (2008), I Saw It Too! (2009) and The Big Book of UFOs (2010). He is on Twitter (@ufologyresearch) and blogs at: Ufology Research. In addition, he is a book reviewer for the Winnipeg Free Press, appears often on TV and radio, teaches courses on writing and is past-president of the Manitoba Writers’ Guild. He has always been one of our favorites on the show.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-paracast-the-gold-standard-of-paranormal-radio--6203433/support.
Apr 24, 2022 • 1h 58min
April 24, 2022 — Erica Lukes with Tim Swartz
Gene and guest cohost Tim Swartz present a return visit from UFO researcher Erica Lukes, who will focus on her ongoing archival efforts to preserve the work of the late investigator Ann Druffel and others. During this episode, she’ll also explain why she regards the ongoing Skinwalker Ranch mystery, involving a location of regularly reported paranormal activity, to be nothing more than a hoax. She has an undying passion for the mysteries of the universe, particularly UFO reports and other strange aerial phenomena. Since childhood, she has been fascinated with imagery of how vehicles and beings from space might appear and she pursued this interest quietly but with determination. Additionally, Erica was a team leader for “Project Orange,” a program to study so-called “Balls of Light” phenomenon that have ramification in real-world science in the form of ball lightning and other peculiar luminous phenomena.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-paracast-the-gold-standard-of-paranormal-radio--6203433/support.
Apr 17, 2022 • 1h 58min
April 17, 2022 — Micah Hanks with Tim Swartz
Gene and guest cohost Tim Swartz present the return of author/researcher/podcaster Micah Hanks. Micah is Editor-in-Chief of The Debrief, which he co-founded with journalists Tim McMillan and MJ Banias. A news site and media enterprise which examines science and disruptive technology, The Debrief has closely followed developments related to the U.S. government’s collection and evaluation of information related to UAP. During this episode, Micah will also discuss the numerous reports of massive black triangle UFOs. He is also a contributing member of the Scientific Coalition for UAP Studies (SCU), as well as a frequent commentator and writer on the subject, and maintains an interest in the history, and possible scientific explanations for aspects of the phenomenon. A “hopeful skeptic,” Micah advocates a critically-minded approach to the study of these subjects.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-paracast-the-gold-standard-of-paranormal-radio--6203433/support.
Apr 10, 2022 • 1h 58min
April 10, 2022 — Lon Strickler with Tim Swartz
Gene and guest cohost Tim Swartz present Lon Strickler, a Fortean researcher, author, and publisher of the syndicated “Phantoms and Monsters” blog. He began the blog in 2005, which has steadily grown in popularity and is read daily by tens of thousands of paranormal enthusiasts, investigators. His research and reports have been featured on hundreds of online media sources. Several of these published reports have been presented on various television segments, including The History Channel’s “Ancient Aliens,” Syfy’s “Paranormal Witness,” “Fact or Faked: Paranormal Files,” and Destination America’s “Monsters and Mysteries in America.”Lon is the author of such books as: “Mothman Dynasty: Chicago’s Winged Humanoids,” “Alien Disclosure: Experiencers Expose Reality,” and “The Meme Humanoids: Modern Myths or Real Monsters. Lon was born and raised in south central Pennsylvania, near the Gettysburg National Military Park and Battlefield.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-paracast-the-gold-standard-of-paranormal-radio--6203433/support.
Apr 3, 2022 • 1h 58min
April 3, 2022 — Preston Dennett and Dolly Safran with Tim Swartz
Gene and guest cohost Tim Swartz are joined by UFO author/researcher Preston Dennett to discuss his newest book, “Symmetry: A True UFO Adventure,” which tells the story of a UFO experiencer named Dolly Safran, who is also present to relate her experiences. Her journey, she says, began when she was just 10 months old, and has continued through her life. You’ll also learn about what she says are the motives for the alleged appearance of aliens on planet Earth. Her story remained a secret until very recently, and the interview is being conducted in the classic Paracast tradition. Dennett began investigating UFOs and the paranormal in 1986 when he discovered that his family, friends and co-workers were having dramatic unexplained encounters. Since then, he has interviewed hundreds of witnesses and investigated a wide variety of paranormal phenomena.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-paracast-the-gold-standard-of-paranormal-radio--6203433/support.
Mar 27, 2022 • 1h 58min
March 27, 2022 — Mark Olly with Tim Swartz
Gene and guest cohost Tim Swartz present Mark Olly, author of “Crystal Skulls & Human Heads: The Mystical History of Glass and the Extinction of the World.” In this book, Olly seamlessly combines the disciplines of archaeology, geology, science, and human studies, to push the boundaries of human existence wider in both directions and increase our appreciation of just exactly what the human race could potentially be capable of achieving. For over 22 years, Mark worked as a professional musician, live DJ, compare, and in music management, founding Angelharp Music, Unicorn Entertainments Agency Ltd. and Legendthink Ltd. (one of the first multmedia companies in the world) before moving on to pursue a solo career as a writer, archaeologist and television presenter.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-paracast-the-gold-standard-of-paranormal-radio--6203433/support.
Mar 20, 2022 • 1h 58min
March 20, 2022 — James McClenon with Tim Swartz
Gene and guest cohost Tim Swartz introduce James McClenon Ph.D., a sociology professor and licensed clinical social worker. He is author of these books: Deviant Science: The Case of Parapsychology, Wondrous Events: Foundations of Religious Belief, Wondrous Healing: Shamanism, Human Evolution, and the Origin of Religion, and The Entity Letters: A Sociologist on the Trail of a Supernatural Mystery. The book, The Entity Letters, details a group of individuals, the SORRAT sitter group (Society for Research on Rapport and Telekinesis) who between 1961 and 2017 were actively engaged in a variety of spiritualistic practices involving a wide range of apparent paranormal, physical phenomena that include table tipping and levitation, poltergeist phenomena, earthquake effects and rapping.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-paracast-the-gold-standard-of-paranormal-radio--6203433/support.
Mar 13, 2022 • 1h 58min
March 13, 2022 — Michael Schratt with Tim Swartz
Gene and guest cohost Tim Swartz present Michael Schratt, author of an illustrated book, “Dark Files: A Pictorial History of Lost Forgotten and Obscure UFO Encounters.” The book presents 61 fully illustrated UFO encounters from around the world. These cases were obtained from real world “boots on the ground” research by gaining access to university archives, multiple UFO research centers, and private collections. All cases presented contain references so that the reader can verify them on their own. In his “civilian life,” Michael is a military aerospace historian and has lectured across the country on the unique subject of “Mystery Aircraft” and classified propulsion systems buried deep within the military industrial complex. Michael devotes much of his free time researching aerospace technical documents, conducting interviews, and traveling to multiple University archives.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-paracast-the-gold-standard-of-paranormal-radio--6203433/support.
Mar 6, 2022 • 2h
March 6, 2022 — Shannon Taggart with Tim Swartz
Gene and guest cohost Tim Swartz present award-winning photojournalist Shannon Taggart. Her book is: “SÉANCE: Spiritualist Ritual and the Search for Ectoplasm.” Taggart says that she first became aware of Spiritualism as a teenager, after her cousin received a message from a medium who revealed a startling detail about her grandfather’s death that proved to be true. The book presents hundreds of original photographs, as well as historical imagery that attempts to capture spirits on film. Spiritualism’s photographic past contains some of the most bizarre, absurd and uniquely unsettling images in the history of photography. Ms. Taggart’s photographs have been exhibited and featured internationally, including within the publications TIME, New York Times Magazine, Discover, and Newsweek. Her work has been recognized by Nikon, Magnum Photos and the Inge Morath Foundation, American Photography, the International Photography Awards, and the Alexia Foundation for World Peace.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-paracast-the-gold-standard-of-paranormal-radio--6203433/support.
Feb 27, 2022 • 1h 58min
February 27, 2022 — David Marler with Curt Collins
Gene and special guest cohost Curt Collins present David Marler, who has had a lifelong interest in the UFO subject and has actively investigated and researched the subject for 32 years. He joined The Mutual UFO Network (MUFON) in 1990 as a Field Investigator Trainee. Since then, he has served as Field Investigator, State Section Director, as well as Illinois State Director. During his tenure with MUFON, he had conducted numerous investigations into alleged UFO sightings and related experiences. Evidence of his historical research is his acclaimed book, Triangular UFOs: An Estimate of the Situation. Here, he has provided a comprehensive analysis of triangular UFOs. He has collected, collated, and analyzed hundreds of reports. In the process, he has created a detailed profile of these objects and written a rich narrative of their history.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-paracast-the-gold-standard-of-paranormal-radio--6203433/support.
