ParaReality

This episode is a complete departure from my usual content

because it has nothing at all to do with the paranormal or conspiracy theories

whatsoever. This year the ParaReality Podcast is very happy to participate in

the 3rd annual Podcasthon! For one week, more than a thousand podcasts will

highlight a charity of their choice. I have chosen Coastal Canines, out of San

Diego, CA, and it is my pleasure of welcoming Jazmin and Katie from this

incredible organization.

Coastal Canines is an organization that facilitates the

training and placement of psychiatric service and therapy dogs in San Diego. Their

programs seek to reduce disparities in the accessibility of psychiatric service

and therapy dogs which are often driven by systemic inequalities.

I encourage everyone listening to this podcast to please

check out Coastal Canines and if you can find it in your heart, donate to this

wonderful organization. The work they’re doing is important and is something

that is often overlooked.

To donate, head over to coastalcanines.org today. Remember

they are a 501(c)(3) organization, so your donation is tax deductible.

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Throughout history, curses have been feared, invoked, and

even sought after. From ancient Egyptian tombs to the legends of vengeful

witches, curses have played a major role in shaping stories, influencing

battles, and even altering destinies. But what exactly makes a curse powerful?

What kinds of curses exist, and how do they manifest? I’ll be sharing some

chilling examples of well-known curses from history, mythology, and even the

present day—because, yes, some believe curses are very much still alive today.

But this episode isn’t just about fear—it’s about knowledge.

In the second half of tonight’s show, I’m going to teach you how to protect

yourself from a curse if you ever find yourself under its dark influence. And

for the brave among you, I’ll even be walking you through the process of how to

cast a curse—whether it’s for personal protection or perhaps... a bit of poetic

justice.

So, whether you're a skeptic, a curious soul, or someone

who’s dabbled in the mystical arts, this episode is for you. Grab your salt,

light your candles, and keep your eye on the shadows, because tonight, we

explore the dark and powerful world of curses and their ability to shape our

fate. Are you ready to curse or be cursed?

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I’m sure that it’s crossed your mind more than once, about what happens to us when our time on this earthly plane is done. I know I certainly have.

Do we continue to exist in some form? I’m sure that we do because how else can we explain things like spirits, hauntings, and communication with the dead? Does our soul just wander about in the universe, or does it hang around here on this earthly plane in some sort of other dimension that we can’t see?

Well, my guest tonight just might have the answers to those burning questions, and more. His name is Mark Ireland and he is an author, researcher, and co-founder of Helping Parents Heal, an organization providing support to bereaved parents globally. He has actively participated in mediumship research studies conducted by esteemed institutions, including the University of Arizona and the University of Virginia. As a leading figure in the field, he operates a Medium Certification program. Mark is the author of three books, his current one being The Persistence of the Soul: Mediums, Visitations and Afterlife Communication, and he currently resides in Camas, Washington.

This book is not merely a collection of personal anecdotes; it's a meticulously researched compilation of scientific experiments conducted to provide irrefutable evidence of the persistence of consciousness. Ireland's own experiment involving a secret message from his deceased sister, Robin, stands as a testament to the reality of afterlife communication. The author counters skeptical arguments with compelling evidence and delves into the intersection of mediumship with diverse religious traditions.

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Sean Combs, also known as P-Diddy, Puff Daddy, and Diddy, is one of the most successful figures in the entertainment world. As a rapper, producer, businessman, and mogul, he has built an empire that spans music, fashion, media, and alcohol. However, with his rise to fame, Combs has also attracted a significant amount of controversy and, unsurprisingly, conspiracy

theories. These range from the bizarre to the seemingly plausible, and they often blend elements of Hollywood culture, power dynamics, and even tragedy.

Tonight, I'm diving into some of the major conspiracy theories surrounding Diddy—whether they have any merit, how they spread, and why people are so eager to believe them. Let’s explore a few of the most popular stories and see what’s really going on behind the scenes.

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Everybody has a good story to tell. It's especially good whenever that story is spooky, creepy or has a UFO in it. I have a good friend named Jesse who owns a physical media store called Danger Zone Video. Located in Mt. Juliet, TN, it is the premiere physical media store in the Nashville area.

Back in November, I brought my podcast gear into Danger Zone Video and sat up shop in his lobby. We posted a Social Media campaign asking for local Nashvillians to come down to the store and tell us their paranormal story for the podcast. We were not disappointed because people showed up with some fantastic stories.

From tales of ghostly apparitions on bridges to Native American creatures to tales of being chased through the streets late at night by someone, or something, I've got something for almost everyone.

Join me and all of my guests as we take you Into the Danger Zone!

I want to say a special thank you to Jesse and Danger Zone Video for hosting this event. I had a great time and I will definitely do this again!

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Since late November/early December, New Jersey has found itself at the center of a baffling phenomenon. High-tech, unmanned aerial vehicles—drones—are being spotted all over the state, often in the dead of night, performing seemingly coordinated flights. But it’s not just the drones themselves that are raising questions. It’s their behavior, their patterns, and the eerie sense that something... or someone... is controlling them with a purpose.

Who’s behind the New Jersey drone mystery? Are these just some high-tech hobbyists pushing the limits of what's possible in the skies, or is there something more sinister at play? And what do these drones really want?

In this episode, I’ll piece together the timeline of strange drone sightings, tell you what the government has to say about it, and explore the growing concerns from locals who have witnessed these aerial intruders up close. Is this a case of cutting-edge technology gone rogue, or is there something much bigger happening right above our heads?

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DUMBs have long been a focal point for conspiracy theorists, primarily due to their secretive nature and the fact that much about their construction, purpose, and operations remains classified. The concept of DUMBs has long been a subject of speculation, with many conspiracy theories claiming that such bases exist in remote areas, sometimes involving extraterrestrial activity, advanced technologies, or even secret government programs. Because these bases are hidden from the public eye, speculation runs rampant about their true functions. Some of the most widely discussed and bizarre theories extend beyond traditional military purposes, involving everything from alien contact to apocalyptic survival plans for the global elite. Tonight, we are going to explore and elaborate on these theories, offering a speculative look at some of the more outlandish claims surrounding DUMBs.

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UFO observer and reporter Keith Thompson has spent decades researching and investigating UFO encounters and other unknown aerial phenomena. The resulting book, "UFO Paradox: The Celestial and Symbolic World of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena," blows the believer/skeptic debate wide open, offering new and extraordinary possibilities about the nature of mind and matter, spirit, and soul. Thompson’s startling conclusions suggest the UFO may be a celestial, metaphysical event.

On this episode, Sandman sits down with Mr. Thompson and discusses his book, how he first became interested in UAPs, the toxic skepticism within the UAP community, and his time serving in the administration of President Bill Clinton. You don't want to miss this fascinating episode of ParaReality.

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Jim Harold is the host of Jim Harold’s Campfire and The Paranormal Podcast, bestselling author of the Campfire series, and President of Jim Harold Media. In 2005, Jim launched The Paranormal Podcast, which is the longest running paranormal podcast on the internet. Jim Harold’s Campfire, his most popular podcast, recently celebrated its 15th anniversary. Jim has been a full-time podcaster since 2012. Jim worked in broadcast radio for over a decade with a variety of stations including time spent at CBS Radio. He has also worked in the technology, newspaper, and B2B media fields and has taught at the university level. Jim has been featured on outlets including Coast to Coast AM, The Paranormal 60, WJW/FOX 8, and Beyond Belief with George Noory. Jim is also author of the bestselling Campfire series, which compiles some of the most haunting paranormal stories shared on his Campfire podcast. His latest addition to the series, True Ghost Stories: Jim Harold’s Campfire Volume Six, was released in May 2024.

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Tonight is the first of two Halloween specials this month. In this first special, we’re diving into five top-secret haunted locations in Nashville, Tennessee. From ghostly apparitions to chilling legends, get ready to uncover the spine-tingling stories lurking in Music City. So, grab your flashlights, and let’s embark on this haunted journey together!

Nashville has been a tourist destination for the last 10 years or so and is known as the home of country music and a popular destination for bridal showers. But what most people don’t know is that there is a dark history to Nashville – one that extends beyond its Civil War history. There’s plenty of haunted locations in and around Nashville. Some of the more popular ones are the Bell Witch Cave, the Ryman Auditorium and Opryland, just to name a few. But there are several other haunted places that aren’t well-known to the tourists. These places are known only to the locals and the hard-core paranormal investigators. Tonight, I’m going to be telling you about 5 of them.

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