High Strangeness

Mystery & Disease like Fabry… (Random Strangeness 17)

Exploring High Strangeness: From Medical Mysteries to Gravity Anomalies 

In this episode of 'High Strangeness,' host Tony and guest Ron Mason delve into a variety of peculiar topics. They discuss two rare medical conditions, Alkaptonuria (Black Urine Disease) and Fabry Disease, explaining their symptoms and effects. The conversation shifts to a more lighthearted subject as they reminisce about the Mystery Spot in Santa Cruz, California, a place famed for its mysterious gravitational anomalies. They also explore the folklore surrounding the Squonk, a mythical creature said to dissolve into its own tears. The episode concludes with a discussion on wasteful government spending, highlighting examples such as unused buildings and fraudulent COVID-19 relief fund claims. Throughout, the hosts share personal anecdotes and encourage audience engagement, making for an intriguing and varied episode. 

00:00 Introduction to High Strangeness 

00:58 Meet the Co-Host: Ron Mason 

01:23 Vacation Plans and Phenomenon 

02:21 Favorite Film Genres 

03:31 Zombie Movies and Al Capria Disease 

14:18 Exploring Fabry Disease 

20:38 The Mystery Spot in Santa Cruz 

25:32 Analyzing the Mystery Spot 

26:00 Theories and Experiences at the Mystery Spot 

26:55 Exploring the Mystery Spot Further 

29:34 Star Wars and the Skunk Cryptid 

31:13 The Sad Tale of the Squawk 

33:35 Wasteful Government Spending 

38:37 Fraud and Mismanagement 

46:11 Political Ramifications and Final Thoughts

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#84b Is UAP Reality's BIGGEST Secret?  (Reality Transformation).  Part 2

Understanding Reality Transformation: UFO Encounters and Personal Experiences with Chris Styles. 

In this episode of 'High Strangeness,' host Tony welcomes back author Chris Styles to continue their discussion on Reality Transformation (RT) and its psychological effects. Chris recounts various personal experiences and cases involving UFO sightings and encounters, including a gripping event at Shag Harbor. The conversation covers the sensation of a premonition, detailed sightings, the concept of a Mobius strip, and how these phenomena affected witnesses differently. Chris also discusses the broader implications of these experiences on personal worldviews, religious parallels, psychic sensitivity, and a sense of mission. Additionally, Chris plugs an upcoming UFO conference and emphasizes the value of firsthand investigation in uncovering UFO mysteries. 

00:00 Introduction to Reality Transformation with Chris Styles 

01:07 Describing the Mobius Strip 

02:09 Premonitions and Strange Encounters 

03:12 Witnessing the UFO Event 

08:25 Exploring Minority Theories 

18:16 Religious and Mystical Experiences 

26:20 Shifts in Worldview and Belief Systems 

30:16 Exploring Premonitions and Psychic Sensitivity 31:01 Synchronicity and Cultural Differences in Psychic Sensitivity 

33:08 Mission and Purpose After Extraordinary Events 33:44 Personal Journey into UFO Research 

35:10 Challenges in UFO Research and Data Collection 44:49 The Shag Harbor UFO Conference 

53:28 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Projects

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#84a Is UAP Reality's BIGGEST Secret?  (Reality Transformation)  Part 1

Exploring Reality Transformation with Chris Styles.

In this episode of 'High Strangeness,' host Tony discusses Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) and their psychological implications with researcher and author Chris Styles. They delve into the concept of 'reality transformation,' where extraordinary events prompt a shift in individuals' perceptions, affecting their beliefs about consciousness, time, and space. Chris recounts various UAP incidents, including transformative experiences of witnesses, such as the 1970 Smith Brothers encounter and the 1976 Lower Sackville sighting witnessed by multiple parties, including law enforcement. They also discuss Chris's personal experiences and the significance of understanding these phenomena despite their elusiveness. 

00:00 Introduction to UAP Phenomena 

00:30 Welcome to High Strangeness 

01:26 Introducing Chris Styles 

02:30 The Toronto Maple Leafs Anecdote 

05:09 Diving into Reality Transformation 

09:28 The Smith Brothers' Encounter 

15:38 The Aftermath and NORAD Involvement 

18:48 Lawrence Smith's Lifelong Impact 

28:09 Exploring Different Types of Reality Transformation 

28:42 The Lower Sackville UFO Incident 

30:43 Unusual UFO Sighting Details 

31:13 Constable Forand's Investigation 

33:16 Interview with Mrs. Webster 

34:38 Neighbors' Reluctance to Discuss 

35:16 The Bedford's Account 

40:38 Eyewitness Testimony Challenges 

43:36 Premonitions and UFOs 

51:49 A Recent Sighting in 2018 

01:00:16 Conclusion and Next Steps

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#84 Training Pack Animals for Extreme Terrain (2025)

Exploring the Role of Mules in Military Operations and Disaster Relief with Mike Toberer. 

In this episode of High Strangeness, host Tony explores the unconventional yet pivotal role of mules in military operations and disaster relief efforts. Guest Mike Tober from Mountain Mule Packers Ranch in North Carolina joins the conversation to share insights into his company's work, which includes training special forces to pack equipment using mules. The discussion delves into the logistics and challenges of using mules for missions in difficult terrains, the unique attributes of mules, and how they have been instrumental in disaster relief during events like Hurricane Helene. The episode also covers the nonprofit arm, Mission Mules, which deploys quickly to assist in disaster-stricken areas by leveraging volunteers and public support. The session concludes by highlighting the therapeutic and community-building aspects of mule packing and encouraging audience involvement. 

00:00 Introduction and Initial Setup 

00:26 Welcome to High Strangeness 

01:14 Meet Mike Tober from Mountain Mule Packer Ranch 

01:52 The Origin of Mountain Mule Packers 

04:12 Understanding Mules 

05:53 Mules in Disaster Relief 

09:29 Military vs. Civilian Mule Packing 

12:45 Training Mules and Handlers 

25:50 Mission Mules Nonprofit 

30:45 Utilizing Technology in Mule Operations 

32:18 The Role and Prevalence of Mules in the US 

33:59 Challenges and Emotional Impact of Mule Operations 

35:45 Health and Welfare of Mules and Handlers 

38:12 Emergency Protocols and Equipment 

43:33 Future of Mule Packing in Military and Survival Operations 

49:15 Company Overview and Services 

55:20 Becoming a Mule Packer and Volunteer Opportunities 

57:20 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

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#83b UFO, Ghost, Devil n Paranormal (Devil in Dreamland w/Ursula Bielski)

The Devil in Dreamland: UFOs, The Occult, and Their Impact on Faith In part two of an intriguing discussion, author and researcher Ursula Bielski delves into the intersections of Catholic faith, UFO phenomena, and the occult. The conversation explores the story of Chris Blazo and his alleged contact with Pope Francis regarding an assassination plot, revealing the complexities and controversies surrounding UFO summoning and the belief in extraterrestrial beings. The dialogue further examines the historical and modern-day influences of figures like Aleister Crowley on UFO beliefs and their roots in occult practices. Additionally, it highlights the impact of these phenomena on religious faith, particularly within the Christian community, and discusses the potential deceptions and spiritual dangers they may pose. The episode concludes with insights into Bielski’s upcoming projects and her continuous efforts to explore and address the strange and unexpected elements within our reality. 

00:00 Introduction and Recap 

01:03 Chris Bledsoe's Encounter and UFO Summoning 

02:32 The Ghost Box Incident and Assassination Plot 

06:54 Skepticism and Fraud in Paranormal Claims 

09:07 Technological vs. Spiritual Explanations for UFOs 

21:10 Historical and Occult Connections to UFO Beliefs 

29:41 UFO Experiences and Christianity 

30:30 Influence of Prominent Figures 

32:23 Near-Death Experiences and New Age Beliefs 

34:08 Catholic Church and Scientific Exploration 

37:49 Introduction to 'The Devil in Dreamland' 

38:20 Exploring 'Another World' 

41:13 Spiritualism and Parapsychology 

43:28 Days of Noah and Modern Ufology 

45:59 Spiritualists, Skin Walkers, and SpaceX 

47:47 Trekkies in the Vatican 

51:59 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Projects

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#83a UFO, Ghost, Devil n Paranormal (Devil in Dreamland w/Ursula Bielski)

Ursula Bielski's Journey: From Haunted Houses to UFO Research 

In this episode of High Strangeness, host Tony welcomes Ursula Bielski, a veteran paranormal researcher, historian, folklorist, and parapsychologist, to discuss her transition from ghost and haunting investigations to UFO research. Ursula shares her personal accounts, starting from her childhood experiences in a haunted house in Chicago, her academic ventures in parapsychology, and her foray into ghost hunting. She also explores the spiritual and sometimes dark side of her work, including spirit communication and its impact on her personal life. Ursula then delves into her recent interest in UFO phenomena and the connections between paranormal, occult practices, and UFO sightings, culminating in her latest book, 'The Devil in Dreamland.' This thought-provoking discussion highlights the intersections of various unexplained phenomena and their implications on our understanding of the supernatural and scientific realms. 

00:00 Introduction to Ursula Bielski's Journey 

00:39 Welcome to High Strangeness 

01:20 Meet Ursula Bielski 

03:42 Growing Up in a Haunted House 

05:44 Academic Pursuits in Parapsychology 

09:20 The Rise of Ghost Hunting 

10:16 Spirit Communication and Its Consequences 

18:11 Personal Struggles and Dark Experiences 

23:54 A Shift Towards Demonology 

33:50 Exploring UFO Research 

36:56 Reflecting on Life's Path 

38:07 Dark and Diabolical UFO Experiences 

38:31 Catholic Church's Stance on Extraterrestrials 

40:46 The Importance of Awareness 

42:58 Introducing the Book: The Devil in Dreamland 

44:46 The Occult Origins of Ufology 

50:14 Haunted Encounters and UFO Summoning 

59:32 The Influence of Science Fiction and the Occult 

01:06:42 Connecting Tools of the Occult and UFO Summoning 01:12:30 Concluding Thoughts and Upcoming Episode

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#82b UFO, ET, Supernatural & the Reality part 2 (High Strangeness with Preston Dennett)

Exploring Humanoid Encounters: Preston Dennett on High Strangeness

In the second part of a discussion with UFO and paranormal researcher and author Preston Dennett, the episode delves into Dennett's recent book 'Humanoids and High Strangeness: Twenty True UFO Encounters.' The dialogue covers the varied accounts of humanoid and extraterrestrial encounters, emphasizing the diversity of beings described by contactees. Dennett shares insights on common themes such as face-to-face interactions with humanoids, the universal humanoid template, and the contactees' transformative experiences. The conversation touches on cultural interpretations of extraterrestrial encounters, the spiritual implications, and the scientific approach to studying these phenomena.

00:00 Introduction to Preston Dennett's New Book

01:12 Exploring Humanoid Encounters

03:02 The Diversity of Extraterrestrial Beings

07:29 Interdimensional and Spiritual Theories

14:29 High Strangeness and Paranormal Activity

17:52 The Tree Spirit Encounter

25:37 The Mysterious UFO Contactee Named Peter

34:23 Visitations from Blue-Skinned Beings

40:18 Corroborating Evidence and Healing Events 40:52 The ET Agenda: Healing and Guidance

41:10 Debunking the Threat Narrative

42:06 Personal Experiences and Skepticism

43:13 Mainstream Acceptance and Disclosure

46:41 Unique Contact Stories: Elf-like Humanoids 52:51 Unique Contact Stories: The Gray Boy

59:10 Genetic Anomalies and Contactees

01:01:29 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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#82a UFO, ET, Supernatural & the Reality part 1 (High Strangeness with Preston

Dennett)

Exploring UFO and Paranormal Phenomena with Expert Preston Dennett

In this episode of High Strangeness, host Tony welcomes UFO and paranormal expert Preston Dennett. Dennett shares his journey into the field, which began in 1986 after discovering that his family, friends, and co-workers had experienced unexplained encounters. As a field investigator for MUFON and author of 30 books, Dennett discusses his extensive research into various phenomena, with a particular focus on UFO sightings, humanoid encounters, and paranormal events. The episode delves into topics such as UFO swarms, methods for summoning UFOs, and unusual accounts of alien books. Dennett sheds light on lesser-known cases and provides insight into the complexities of UFO and paranormal activities.  

00:00 Introduction to UFO Phenomena

00:12 Meet Preston Dennett: UFO Expert

03:55 Preston's Journey into UFO Research

11:22 Diving into Preston's Books

16:11 UFO Swarms: A Closer Look

25:36 Calling UFOs: Human-Initiated Encounters 27:37 The Importance of Non-Random Encounters

28:03 Early Cases and Telepathic Communication 29:01 NBC Stunt and UFO Sightings

31:17 San Diego Laser Stunt and UFOs

32:58 Potential Impact on UFO Investigations

34:52 Skepticism and Disinformation

37:26 Respect for Various Researchers

41:24 The Twin Connection

45:11 Alien Books and Their Significance

50:46 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes

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#81-R Religion, Faith, Mormon Belief (2025)

Exploring the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints with Matt Bowman

In this episode of 'High Strangeness,' host Tony delves into the beliefs and practices of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (LDS), commonly known as Mormons, with guest Matt Bowman, an author and professor specializing in Mormon Studies. The discussion covers the defining aspects of the LDS faith, including the nature of God and Jesus, sacred texts, modern-day revelation, the significance of temples, dietary restrictions, and the role of women in the church. They also touch on the church's historical and current stance on race, missionary work, and adapting to global cultures. The episode wraps up with a brief look at the church’s views on UFOs and the supernatural.

00:00 Introduction to the Debate on Christian Identity

00:42 Welcome to High Strangeness

01:51 Exploring the Mormon Faith with Matt Bowman

03:19 Understanding the Christian Identity of Mormons

07:10 The Significance of the Angel Moroni

09:35 Origins and Evolution of the Term 'Mormon'

15:53 The Sacred Texts of the Mormon Faith

22:41 Modern-Day Revelation and Church Leadership

31:49 The Role and Structure of Lay Leadership

38:23 The Importance of Temples in LDS Faith

48:54 Mormon Beliefs on the Trinity and God

50:32 Joseph Smith's Controversial Teachings

53:08 Brigham Young's Views and Church Debates

57:51 Race and Diversity in the LDS Church

01:04:46 Globalization and Cultural Adaptation

01:08:24 Missionary Work and Its Evolution

01:11:54 Dietary Restrictions and the Word of Wisdom

01:15:33 Prayer Practices in the LDS Church

01:17:24 Science, Reason, and Medical Views

01:20:29 Social Issues and Conservatism

01:24:54 Polygamy: History and Modern Perspectives

01:26:39 UFOs, Spirits, and Strange Phenomena

01:30:25 Conclusion and Upcoming Projects

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#81 What if? You had PSAS? & Abandoned places. (Random Strangeness 16)

Exploring Random Strangeness: PSAS, Blood Rain, and Unusual Tattoos 

In this episode of High Strangeness, hosts Tony and Anthony delve into a variety of bizarre and unexpected topics. They explore the persistent sexual arousal syndrome (PSAS), a rare medical condition that causes continuous sexual arousal without sexual stimulation. They also discuss an incident of 'blood rain' in Zamora, Spain, where algae turned rainwater red, and examine the Cape Romano Dome House in Florida, an abandoned futuristic structure affected by hurricanes. Additionally, they talk about a Guinness World Record holder with 18 Madonna tattoos. The conversation includes personal anecdotes and reflections on these strange phenomena. 

00:00 Welcome to the Show 

01:43 Car Troubles and Random Strangeness 

04:18 Annoying Behaviors and Catcalling 

07:28 Persistent Sexual Arousal Syndrome (PSAS) 

15:58 Raining Blood in Spain 

19:59 Curious Smells and Viewer Engagement 

20:25 Madonna Tattoos: A Record-Breaking Obsession 23:01 The Evolution and Perception of Tattoos 

25:21 The Jetsons and Futuristic Architecture 

26:58 Cape Romano Dome House: A Futuristic Relic 

31:45 Living in Beautiful but Hazardous Places 

34:17 Reflections on Human Resilience and Technology 36:51 Wrapping Up: Favorite Topics and Viewer Engagement

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