The Dad's Doomsday Guide

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Thank you guys for coming back to hear Part 2 of the Exorcist interview.

This discussion was quite interesting for Tim and I because we were able to get into actual cases Fr. John had experienced, some of which were quite unsettling.

One part of the conversation that stuck out to me was the warnings about using occult objects, such as Ouija Boards or wands. Now I'm a huge fan of Harry Potter, I can't stress that enough. HUGE fan! I've read all the books and seen all the films. I remember I was a sophomore in high school when I started the book series, and I burned through them as quickly as they came out.

For me, this discussion raised questions about fear, control, and truth. As many people already know, fear is a very effective way of controlling people. So as I thought about what Fr. John said in the days following, I remember thinking how easily it would be to convince people to follow a religion if you could scare them enough. Insert Satan here. But on the other hand, what if Fr. John's stories were true, as well as the stories from other exorcists? What if kids practicing magic did leave them susceptible to dark forces? Obviously no one knows, and all we can do is go off our own experience. Harry Potter wasn't around when I was little, but we had plenty of imaginative games, including pretending we were active participants in Star Wars, using the Force, etc. We would try to move objects without having to physically touch them. Now you could ask, what's really different between that and using a wand? I would say nothing.

Personally I believe Harry Potter is innocent fun. Kids have wild imaginations, Tim and I were no exception, and from what I've read and watched about J.K. Rowling, I don't believe her to be a Satanist. Since I write quite a bit for narrative projects, I can say that sometimes words do flow from you when you're in the story and you've done countless hours of research and outlines. I've seen several behind the scenes videos where Rowling shows countless pages of notes and outlines as she worked her way through the books. It didn't look like it was easy to me. Quite the opposite.

All that being said, if there is a child who is in pain, who is tormented and is honestly and earnestly seeking for answers in darker places, maybe those games are a way for the devil to access them. If all this really does exist, I don't think that's far fetched at all. But like everything else in regards to children, it comes down to more than them playing with an object, such as their emotional and physical well being.

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Have you seen The Exorcist?

I still haven't. That's right. We're doing a podcast season on demonic possession and I haven't seen that movie. I've seen clips, but I'm still too frightened to sit down in a dark room and submerge myself into that film.

It was a definite challenge to take on the subject of demonic possession, but here we are. Tim and I both knew that if we were going to cover this topic, one of the first people we needed to speak to was a real-life exorcist.

Father John is just that, and was willing to sit down with us for a lengthy interview covering everything from how he became one, to what he believes are the greatest threats to the human soul.

Here is where Tim and I are torn between believing, or not. While this show is not about debunking beliefs, we do come across that in our conversations. It's completely natural and necessary, to have an honest discussion if what we are listening to is plausible. There are many charlatans out there, many people seeking to gain fame or money by fueling superstitions or hoaxes. But when you sit across from someone who seeks none of those things, what are you left with? What would be a priest's motivation to deceive you? To gain converts? To keep the belief in their religion alive and well? Or do they sincerely believe what they say is true, because they have witnessed evil in a way most people never will.

It's hard to say because how many of us would actually go into a room where an exorcism is occurring, to really find out for ourselves? I've spoken to many of my friends who aren't believers in any sort of god and generally express disbelief when it comes to ghosts, demons, and other supernatural phenomena. But when I ask them if they would go into a room where an exorcism is occurring, they immediately backpedal. Why is that? Is it our superstitious history as a human race, something locked into our DNA? Or is it because deep down we know something else is there, even though we can't quite put our finger on it, and the risk is simply not worth it.

On last weeks Dad's Panel, I believe Darius and George said it best, we don't really know what it is, but something is there. Whether it be energy, or an entity, something lies in that small percentage of legitimate cases where no other explanation exists. Sure, maybe it's a psychological cause we haven't yet discovered, but come on, really? Every single one of these instances will eventually be chalked up to psychological imbalances in the future? That sounds rather hopeful. But hey, anything is possible.

This is why we choose to keep an open mind, wherever the evidence may lead, and to whatever conclusion it may be. Until that time, I believe it is wise to listen to what these individuals have to say, the ones who are going into the rooms where evil dwells, to wage what they believe is a war for the human soul.

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Hey Everyone!

On today's show Scott and Tim O'Hara welcome SFX Make-Up Artist, George Schminky, and Chemist Darius Faizi to the podcast.

Is there something after death? Does consciousness survive? Those are the questions we ask as Tim and I try to keep the conversation from derailing into total chaos.

Tim and I have known both Darius and George for several years, and what attracts me most to having conversations with our friends like this, is that they're honest. We're questioning, doubting, explaining our fears, and seeking to tell each other stories in an effort to better understand what is out there. While we always will continue to have experts on the show to provide in depth analysis into certain topics, it's important we don't forget what dads, parents, families live through and experience every day. We believe these conversations are a reminder of that. And also a reminder of the staggering immaturity adult men can demonstrate.

Through our conversation I believe you can see some of the biggest concerns affecting not only parents but family members, and that's protecting your loved ones. Whether it's a sick relative or keeping your children safe, it's something we all think about. Unfortunately, sometimes evil finds a way to rear its ugly head despite your best efforts, as demonstrated by Tim's story about his abusive baby sitter.

As we've mentioned before, the world seems to be an insane place sometimes, filled with chaos and unknowns. But if you are able to do the little things to prepare, it can give you some mental relief and confidence.

Set up a security system in your house, own a firearm (depending on your personal belief and laws in your state or country), take a self-defense course, and the list goes on. Find what makes you feel confident, comfortable, and in control of your life and the lives of your family members… And then go have fun, go enjoy every second you have to spend on this earth with the people you love. The older we get the more we realize, time is the most valuable thing in the world, don't waste it. Don't waste it worrying about what could happen. There's a fine line between being prepared and being paranoid.

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Tim and Scott discuss a nanny cam video that's gone viral, depicting a translucent ghost walking past a baby in a crib. The parents placed the nanny cam after seeing large scratches on the child's face, and discovered the terrifying apparition shortly after.

This got us into the discussion of what are the rules for ghosts, demons, etc.? We've seen them bite, scratch, cause bruising and so on. Can they kill us? If not, why? If there are rules who's making them? Are they from a more powerful entity, or are their limitations because of energy consumption and the ability to cross over only to a certain extent? Tim and I concluded that no one really has the answer, but reaffirmed our commitment to try and find the best information possible as this show progresses.

We also tease the possibility that we will be getting a very special guest on the show to discuss evil at its most sinister level.

A Catholic Exorcist.

That's right ladies and gentlemen, we will let you know if that's going to happen very soon.

Psychic Medium Patti Negri rejoins the conversations for part 2 of her interview and things get strange immediately. Patti shows us Dowsing Rods, and asks it several questions allowing it to answer by crossing for "yes", or not crossing for "no." Tim and I thought it was interesting, but not a slam-dunk of supernatural forces until she let Tim use them. Things changed quickly as you can see in the video!

Patti concludes her time with The DDG by giving her top tips on what to do if something dark is haunting or possessing you and you want it out. So please make sure you check out Patti's Doomsday Guide below.

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Check out her new book, Old World Magick for the Modern World.

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Scott and Tim O'Hara discuss some recent parenting issues, including Tim's daughter running into Mexico, and Scott being chased by a gargantuan wasp in Disneyland, barely escaping with his life.

Psychic Medium and Good Witch, Patti Negri, then joins The DDG for part 1 of her interview, to discuss the spiritual realm and what you can do if something sinister is at work.

Find Patti's book here, Old World Magick for the Modern World, packed full of tips and tricks.

The thought of entering a witch's house was quite unsettling, giving Tim and I reservations if we would come out the same way we went in! Luckily, Patti was extremely gracious with her time and knowledge, and gave us valuable information regarding the topic of hauntings, and demonic possession, including her belief that Ouija Boards should not be sold in toy stores… Because they are, in fact, portals to the other side.

What struck us both was Patti's openness in interacting with the spiritual realm. Being Catholic, Tim and I were mostly taught to be wary of that, but Patti stressed you would know intuitively, if something was bad or good. This "gut feeling" would guide you in deciding whether or not the entity you were dealing with was harmful. Fortunately, neither one of us had a bad gut feeling while in Patti's house!

Patti does own a one hundred year old haunted doll named Belle, which bothered us significantly. Patti removed an evil spirit from the doll a while back, but explained a little girl still lived inside. This led Tim and I to discuss at the top of the show, why is it that no Barbie doll, Cabbage Patch Kid or My Buddy has ever been possessed (though My Buddy does look very similar to Chucky)?

Check out the short film about the possessed doll on Amazon Prime. Or you can find it out Youtube with lesser quality.

Also, Nightmare at 20,000 Feet, which is awesome and by the same author above, but a little harder to find online. This is the last ten minutes.

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Welcome everyone to The Dad's Doomsday Guide! We are Tim and Scott O'Hara, full-time dads and the co-hosts of this stellar podcast. Our goal is to bring you doomsday-like scenarios that you and your family may find yourselves in, and tell you how to survive them. Our first season will cover... (drum roll please)... Demonic Possession! Yes you read that right, demonic possession.

To be clear, we will be covering all subjects, from the supernatural, to everyday threats such as the horrific reality of mass shootings. Of course, we won't just be relying on our own experience and expertise, but we'll be bringing in guests to help develop the best strategies for all our listeners.

Tim and I both have backgrounds in martial arts, law enforcement as well as film. We know, it's varied! Since we are both fathers, one of our main concerns was the safety of our kids and how to protect them. As a parent, your mind can go to some pretty crazy places, and since Tim and I have both seen some unpleasant things in our lives (mainly due to law enforcement), we decided to create a podcast that would give families a go-to guide, packed full of tips and tricks to not only survive a dangerous world, but also survive being a parent.

From work, to taking care of your family, we know time is precious. That's why Tim and I will do the heavy lifting, bringing you the information you need. After each guest is on, we will provide their personalized doomsday guide, outlining the steps they deemed necessary to survive that particular situation.

Lastly, we'd like to thank you for taking the time to listen to our podcast, and rest assured we will do our best to provide stimulating conversations, humor and a plan to help you feel that life is somewhat in control, despite the insanity.

If you're looking for a doomsday guide, this is it.

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