The Paracast — The Gold Standard of Paranormal Radio

Gene and Chris present long-time paranormal researcher David M. Rountree, who focuses his studies on the scientific aspects of the paranormal and has been heavily involved in EVP research and other areas where you can actually measure things in and around possible hauntings and other mysterious phenomena. According to his biography, his EVP and EMF work "has led him to develop a wormhole hypothesi...

Gene and Chris present the return of independent researcher Thomas P. Fusco. Fusco has devoted some three decades investigating the relationship between mind, physics, spirituality, parapsychology, scientific anomalies and paranormal phenomena with the goal of uncovering the unifying cosmological framework that has eluded mankind for generations. On this episode, he'll be expanding on his theory o...

Gene and Chris welcome UFO historian Richard Dolan, author of two books in the "UFOs and the National Security State" series, "A.D. After Disclosure," with TV producer and novelist Bryce Zabel, and the upcoming "UFOs for the 21st Century Mind: An Ancient Mystery for a New Era." Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-paracast-the-gold-standard-of-paranormal-radio--...

Gene and Chris introduce crop circle artist and UFO researcher Matthew Williams. Yes, he is responsible for some of those crop circles. According to his bio: "Former British Government Customs & Excise officer, Matthew Williams, had his first UFO experience in 1991. This led him to become a well known UK UFO investigator. After investigating the crop circle subject, he decided to try making so...

He's back. One of the most prolific paranormal authors in the field, Brad Steiger, returns to The Paracast to talk about his new book, "Real Encounters, Different Dimensions, and Otherworldly Beings." This thick book covers all sorts of mysterious and unpredictable paranormal subjects, and focuses on a whole range of unusual beings, such as ghosts, phantoms, poltergeist, ETs, strange animals and e...

Gene and Chris present noted crop circle researcher Colin Andrews. Colin pioneered crop circle investigation 30 years ago and is considered the world's top authority on this controversial subject. Among his many accomplishments: He started the first research organization into this phenomenon, Circles Phenomenon Research (CPR), designed high-tech surveillance operations attempting to film a circle...

It's one of the greatest "what ifs" of all time. What if John Kennedy had survived the ambush in Dallas, Texas? What then? That's the subject of a fascinating new novel, just out in time for the 50th anniversary of the Kennedy assassination. It's called, "Surrounded by Enemies: What if Kennedy Survived Dallas?" and it's full of twists and surprises. The author is a friend of The Paracast, Bryce Za...

Gene and Chris present that prolific author of paranormal books, Nick Redfern, author of "For Nobody's Eyes Only: Missing Government Files and Hidden Archives That Document the Truth Behind the Most Enduring Conspiracy Theories." Nick will answer listener questions, and explain how he discovered what might be missing, and what it might disclose about these incredible mysteries of our time. Become...

The UFO field remains embroiled in the usual group of feuds and other time-wasting pursuits. To provide a reality check, Gene and Chris present veteran UFO researcher and historian Jerome Clark. He has been involved in UFO research since the 1960s and has written a number of books on UFO and paranormal subjects that includes "The UFO Encyclopedia : The Phenomenon from the Beginning (2 Volume Set)....

Gene and Chris Chris present another "shop talk" episode, in which we give you our views about the most important topics being discussed in our forums, the state of UFO/paranormal research, and even the state of the world. We answer your questions about a possible "Pro" or "VIP" version of the show with extra content, and the prospects for a Paracast UFO/paranormal conference in the near future. B...

Gene and Chris present paranormal investigator David Weatherly. For over 35 years, David has explored the world of the strange, investigating cases around the country and abroad. He has written and lectured on a diverse range of topics including cryptozoology, Ufology and hauntings. He has spent a considerable amount of time investigating and researching Utah's Uinta Basin — location of the infamo...

Gene and Chris present another listener roundtable that features two of our most prolific and knowledgeable posters, which include forum moderator Goggs Mackay and long-time forum member Mike Jones ("mike"). We'll focus heavily on what's wrong with paranormal research, and why a new paradigm of investigation should be considered. We'll also discuss the influences of sci-fi on the UFO field and pop...

Gene and Chris present Donald R. Schmitt, co-author (along with Thomas J. Carey) of "Inside the Real Area 51: The Secret History of Wright Patterson." We all know about Nevada's Area 51 all right. Even the government admits it's real. But what about the "real" Area 51? Where might the actual wreckage of the Roswell crash be stored? You'll learn about this and other mysteries on this fascinating ep...

Gene and Chris present the new Executive Director for MUFON, the Mutual UFO Network, Jan Harzan. Is he the right person to bring MUFON back from the brink of controversy? Harzan has been interested in UFO for years, the result of significant sighting when he was a child. He is a retired IBM executive, and previously headed the Orange County, CA MUFON chapter for a number of years. Become a support...

Gene and Chris present an all-star episode featuring Micah A. Hanks and Scott Alan Roberts. Both will catch us up on their most recent works, which includes Scotty's most recent book: "The Secret History of the Reptilians: The Pervasive Presence of the Serpent in Human History, Religion and Alien Mythos." Micah's most recent book is an out-of-the-box look at: "The UFO Singularity: Why Are Past Une...

Gene and Chris welcome former Air Force Office of Special Investigations agent and FBI counterintelligence specialist Walter Bosley, who has engaged in a lengthy research project involving a series of strange and frightening deaths, possibly murders, that occurred in the San Bernardino Valley in 1915. Bosley's recent book, "Empire of the Wheel II: Friends From Sonora," covers such topics as "the u...

Gene and Chris present Chad Lewis, a co-author of "The Van Meter Visitor: A True and Mysterious Encounter with the Unknown." According to Lewis, "for several nights in 1903, the small town of Van Meter, Iowa was terrorized by a giant bat-like creature that emerged from an old abandoned mine. The identity of this mysterious visitor was never discovered." Over 100 years later, Lewis and his fellow p...

Gene and Chris welcome movie documentary producer James Fox back to the show. On this episode, the outspoken filmmaker will explain what went wrong with the National Geographic "Chasing UFOs" reality show, on which he was a co-host. He also recount his amazing eight-day visit with long-time UFO investigator Ray Stanford, and some of what he learned. Fox will also give you a preview of the forthcom...

Gene and Chris play catch-up with Don Ecker, long-time UFO investigator and host of the Dark Matters radio show. During this session, Don will, as usual, pull no punches as he tells you about his long history in the field, along with his frank reactions to people and organizations, where he holds no prisoners. You'll also hear his responses to listener questions. Become a supporter of this podcast...

Gene and Chris explore the reports and legends of hidden government installations around the world where top secret research and possible UFO explorations are going on with Mack Maloney, author of "Beyond Area 51." In addition to discussing such mysterious locales, he'll cover incredible tales of animal experimentation and UFO sightings. And wait till you hear Maloney's views about the Roswell and...

Gene and Chris present "conscious media" producer Ron James, of Ivolve TV. Chris and Ron have worked together since 2005 creating honest, real media that examines the paranormal in an honest, unvarnished fashion. This episode will focus on upcoming media projects on the paranormal, along with the recent Citizens Hearing on Disclosure, where Ron served as the video producer. Become a supporter of t...

Gene and Chris present outspoken paranormal commentator and author Nick Redfern (an occasional guest co-host of our show), to discuss his new book, "Monster Files: A Look Inside Government Secrets and Classified Documents on Bizarre Creatures and Extraordinary Animals." So what does the government really know about Bigfoot and other bizarre creatures? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://ww...

Gene and Chris present Gary Heseltine, a retired constable in the UK who, in 1975, encountered a bright, white light that triggered a series of power grid failures. This sparked a lifelong interest in UFOs that spanned through his career as a police detective. Heseltine has established the Police Report UFO Sightings (PRUFOS), a database containing hundreds of sightings from law enforcement office...

Gene and Chris are joined by investigative journalist Leslie Kean, author of "UFOs: Generals, Pilots and Government Officials Go on the Record," and retired Air Force Colonel Charles Halt, one of the key figures in the 1980 Randlesham UFO case in the UK. Both are scheduled to speak at 2013 Symposium on Official and Scientific Investigations of UAP (UFOs). We also ask questions posted by our forum...

Gene and Chris are joined by guest panelist Goggs Mackay as they present Robert Hastings, author of "UFOs and Nukes: Extraordinary Encounters at Nuclear Weapons Sites," who will bring you up to date on his investigation into this troubling aspect of the UFO enigma. He'll also explain why he was not a participant in the recent Citizen Hearing on Disclosure, and answer your questions. Become a suppo...