In 2003, a declassified document released by the CIA detailed the observation of the Gateway Tapes, a process created by The Monroe Institute in the 1980s. The series of guided meditations used hemi-sync technology to synchronize the brain's hemispheres, facilitating altered states of consciousness. Participants reported experiences ranging from deep relaxation and heightened creativity to out-of-body experiences and expanded awareness. The program aimed to explore the potential of human consciousness and its applications in various fields.

Intrigued by The Monroe Institute's study of OBEs, Megan decided to dive headfirst into the meditations. In this episode, Megan provides some background on the Gateway Tapes and the declassified document, sharing her firsthand experiences with the initial meditations. Why were her feet vibrating, and why did it feel like she was floating? Tune in to hear all about her journey and insights on this episode!

New Format who is this? | Monday & Friday Episodes

Happy freaky Friday, everyone! Welcome to our first episode in our new format. If you missed the announcement on Monday, we shared that every Monday we'll release a new episode diving into the realm of the paranormal, and every Friday we'll release additional bonus content. Sometimes this will come in the form of solo episodes delving further into the rabbit hole of Monday's topic, guest episodes, or even remote viewing and channeling sessions with Megan. We hope you enjoy this new format and look forward to all the amazing content coming to the Hidden in the Shadows Podcast this year! Have a great weekend!

-Megan & Isaac

Audio clip at the beginning of the episode is 20 seconds from the beginning of the actual Gateway Meditation Tapes. You can find the actual meditations on

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