The Paracast — The Gold Standard of Paranormal Radio

Gene and cohost Tim Swartz present an "off the wall" episode with UFO contactee and researcher Ella LeBain. author of a six-book series collectively called "Who's Who in the Cosmic Zoo?" Ella's close encounters with what she considers to be extraterrestrial beings, which began during her time in Israel in 1979, inspired her to dig deeper into what has become a 40-plus-year journey to research and discover the truth about UFOs, aliens, ETs, Gods, and Angels. She has also extensively studied alien abductions and other paranormal activities, and how all of these various concepts and ideas fit into the Bible's "End Times" scenario. Ella was orphaned at the age of 6, and again at the age of 15. She says that these personal and highly traumatic events left her open to experiencing multiple supernatural close encounters with a variety of interdimensional beings, including an entity that she identifies as Jesus. Her abduction story was featured as a docudrama on the Travel and Discovery + Channel's TV series "UFO Witness" Season 2, Episode 5. These experiences inspired Ella to conceive — and shaped the writing of — her six-book "Who's Who" series. As of the recording of this episode, Ella announced that her latest book, "The Cosmic Slingshot," is available at Amazon. Her site: https://whoswhointhecosmiczoo.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-paracast-the-gold-standard-of-paranormal-radio--6203433/support.

Gene and Chris present Mark Phillips, an award-winning producer who was Executive Producer for "My Ghost Story," described as one of Biography Channel's highest rated programs in its time. During this episode, Phillips will tell you how the show originated, and the methodology he and his staff use to investigate and cover stories of paranormal encounters, as told by the eyewitnesses.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-paracast-the-gold-standard-of-paranormal-radio--6203433/support.

Newspaper reporter Angelia Joiner and UFO investigator Frank Warren discuss the classic Stephenville, Texas sighting and other important events in the field in 2008. They also talk about the prospects for disclosure the following year, and what role the newly-arrived President Obama might play in such an announcement. As history demonstrates, however, dreams of disclosure were never fulfilled.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-paracast-the-gold-standard-of-paranormal-radio--6203433/support.

Gene and cohost Tim Swartz present a highly-experienced Bigfoot-hunting team, David Eller and Janice Nolan. David is an artist an adventurer who has spent over 30 years as a monster hunter and cryptozoologist. Born in Illinois, David had what he calls a “Tom Sawyer boyhood” filled with the woodland investigations and natural history experimentation's that prepared him for a lifetime of cryptozoological experiences. His travels across North America, Canada, the Yucatán and various European countries have resulted in numerous encounters with the paranormal and the unexplained. He is author of "The Pagoda: In the Presence of Mystery," about a woven tree structure, both delicate and intricate, unlike anything he had encountered in his years of cryptozoological research. This structure, which he later dubbed “The Pagoda,” defies natural explanation, showcasing deliberate design and engineering that suggests a greater intelligence at work. It stands as a potential sign of cryptid behavior. With no evidence of human-made materials like ropes or ties, the structure relies solely on the dexterity and strength of its creator(s), leaving researchers baffled. Janice has worked as a camera operator and Cryptid investigator for the past 15 years with Relic Films. Director Greg Ogles and Janice Nolan have three documentaries, including "The Downey Booger," 'Cryptic Expeditions: The Land Between the Lakes" and the forthcoming "The Vanished." Over the years, Janice has had many speaking engagements as well as investigations. Check out their site: https://pursueparanormal.com/the-pagoda-site/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-paracast-the-gold-standard-of-paranormal-radio--6203433/support.

Gene and Chris catch up on activities in 2013 and lots more with the one and only and always Don Ecker, host of the Dark Matters radio show, to discuss this crazy year, the “other” Dark Matter show, and a whole lot more. You’ll hear Don’s reaction to the constant onslaught of UFO fakers, who are exposed only to return shortly thereafter as if nothing ever happened. Is there hope for the UFO field and learning about what’s really happening in the next few years — or ever?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-paracast-the-gold-standard-of-paranormal-radio--6203433/support.

Gene and Chris present an exclusive interview with longtime California MUFON investigators Ruben Uriarte and Noe Torres, who will be discussing their book, "Aliens in the Forest: The Cisco Grove UFO Encounter." This is an amazing story about a near-abduction episode that will include actual audio clips of eyewitness interviews.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-paracast-the-gold-standard-of-paranormal-radio--6203433/support.

Gene and cohost Tim Swartz present a unique approach to evaluating the 1947 Roswell, NM UFO event: a mock trial. The guest is Christopher Johnston, J.D., a renowned trial attorney and Certified Civil Trial Specialist based at the Law Group of Iowa in Des Moines. He has held a lifelong fascination with UFOs, and this passion has resulted in the publication of his first novel, "Roswell: The Truth on Trial: The Evidence Speaks – You Decide." The novel has been described by D. Boeke, a Senior Researcher with the U.S. Department of Energy (Ret.), as, “The X-Files meets Law and Order!” Beyond the courtroom, Chris, a Founding Member of The Hollywood Disclosure Alliance, is also a lifelong Ufologist with a background in both astrobiology and space law. He has completed certificate coursework in Astrobiology and earned a Certificate in Space Law through the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA), bridging the gap between scientific inquiry and legal accountability in the expanding domain of space exploration. Chris is a contributing member of the Mutual UFO Network (MUFON) and has authored multiple articles for the MUFON Journal, including The Infratempestrial Hypothesis—a provocative exploration of ancient terrestrial intelligence's and their role in shaping humanity’s understanding of the UFO phenomenon. This episode focuses not just on the Roswell trial, but on this fascinating look at the UFO mystery. His website: lawgroupofiowa.com/blog/putting-roswell-on-trial-a-legal-look-at-ufo-evidence-and-government-claimsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-paracast-the-gold-standard-of-paranormal-radio--6203433/support.

Gene and Chris explore UFO sightings through the ages during wartime with Mack Maloney, author of "UFOs in Wartime: What They Didn't Want You To Know," which covers a number of compelling and not always well-known cases from our early history until modern times. You won't want to miss this classic episode of The Paracast.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-paracast-the-gold-standard-of-paranormal-radio--6203433/support.

Gene and Chris explore the truly fascinating early history of UFO research with author Colin Bennett, author of a new edition of “Flying Saucers over the White House: The Inside Story of Captain Edward J. Ruppelt and His Official U.S. Air Force Investigation of UFOs.” This episode reveals how we got from then to now. And has anything really changed?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-paracast-the-gold-standard-of-paranormal-radio--6203433/support.

Colleen Coffman, a visual effects artist and the author of *The Adventures of a Sketch Diary*, shares her fascinating insights into the world of the paranormal. She reveals her encounters with supernatural beings like fairies and elementals in a haunted barn, illustrated through over 40 sketches. The discussion ventures into whimsical tales of glowing fairy rings and mischievous spirits, alongside a magical experience at the Gathering of the Juggalos. Colleen's artistic journey intertwines with her lifelong exploration of the mystical, blending personal anecdotes with rich folklore.