What was the mysterious "star" in the sky that guided the Magi on their journey, convincing them that a great new king had been born? Was it truly a single wandering object—or a series of remarkable celestial events unfolding over time? In this episode, we dive deep into these ancient astronomical puzzles and uncover why the Magi arrived in Jerusalem, rather than directly in Bethlehem, on December 25th.

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In Part 2, we explore the celestial signs interpreted by the Magi as announcing the birth of a new king. Far from just three kings, the Magi were a large entourage of Persian scholars whose arrival in Jerusalem sparked widespread fear, especially in Herod.We also uncover fresh insights into Mary and Joseph's journey to Bethlehem and events upon arrival. Finally, we pinpoint the day of Christ's birth: a New Moon on the 1st of Tishri, aligning significantly with a key ancient Hebrew celebration.

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Is Christmas a biblical mandate or a modern tradition? The traditional nativity story contains historical and biblical inaccuracies—including the claim that Jesus was born on December 25. The Bible provides no explicit birth date for Jesus, yet biblical, historical, and astronomical clues allow us to deduce the actual timing. Debunking common myths, including those about the Magi (who were not kings and not limited to three), uncovers the true events surrounding Christ's birth.

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Dozens of ghosts and entities are believed to inhabit a once revolutionary hospital for mental health. Paranormal Investigator Sylvia Shults delves into specific ghost stories, including Rhoda Derry, a tragically abused patient whose spirit is said to linger, and Old Book, a mute patient whose ghostly wails once terrified funeral attendees. She recounts paranormal experiences reported at the hospital, such as sightings and auditory phenomena. She also covers the unique limestone construction of the buildings, believed to enhance their paranormal activity.

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The 1962 film “The Manchurian Candidate” is a chilling and sophisticated tale of mind control and the pursuit of power. It became almost immediately prophetic and still resonates today in light of the assassination of JFK, who pushed for it to be made. Are modern assassinations the product of repeated media messaging, driving people into uncontrollable rage? With William Ramsey Investigates.

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The sudden passing of Metal Icon Ozzy Osbourne just weeks after the massive Back To The Beginning tribute show has left the world a sadder place. As he is laid to rest this week and the City of Birmingham, England celebrates the Summer of Sabbath, we discuss the legacy and kindness of Ozzy and Sharon. Former Director of The Osbournes, Donald Bull recounts heartwarming stories about the Prince of Darkness that never made the show. 

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Ever wondered if life forms are floating above us? Or if UFOs might be living organisms?  Thinkers like Charles Fort and Carl Sagan have proposed that a planet's atmosphere might harbor living creatures similar to marine invertebrates. Living Sky theorist Scott Deschaine describes his in-the-field research in Marfa, Texas, and Cohoke, Virginia, for evidence of these jellyfish-like objects. 

Scott, a well-versed researcher and filmmaker, explores historical perspectives and contemporary evidence to support the theory that some UFO sightings might actually be misunderstood atmospheric lifeforms. He outlines how jellyfish and squid, known for their bioluminescence, buoyancy control, and survival adaptability, could plausibly exist in our skies.

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Since 2022, 38 bodies have been discovered around Lady Bird Lake in Austin. The majority being young men. We discuss the recent death of a 17-year-old student and the attention it refocuses on suspicious water deaths and the rumours of a serial killer or killers. Our guest is William Ramsey author of 'Smiley Face Killers: Investigating Suspicious Water Deaths of College-Aged Men in the US and the World’. Viewer discretion is advised as we explore this unsettling phenomena.

This episode is dedicated to the families of the deceased and citizen researchers seeking justice for the victims. 

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Persistent human contact with non-human intelligences such as spirits and interdimensional beings extends back into antiquity. Mark Gober explains how these contacts can include near-death experiences and remote viewing and occur in the realm of consciousness rather than physical space. The UFO / ET experience may encompass both the physical and spiritual realm. 

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Long before Contact In The Desert, Southern California has long been a sanctuary space for UFO believers, seekers, self-made mystics, and their cults. Historian Adam Gorightly discusses George Van Tassell and the Contactee Movement of the 1950s, ritual magician Jack Parsons and his collaborations with L. Ron Hubbard, Charles Manson's psychic identification with coyotes, and the origins of the Discordian society. 

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