The Paracast -- The Gold Standard of Paranormal Radio

Gene and Chris present Richard Smoley, author of "Supernatural: Writings on an Unknown History." "Nostrodamus…channeling...Atlantis…divination. Most serious people consider such topics nonsense. But look again. Writing with intellectual verve and a deeply critical mind, religious thinker Richard Smoley explores and reconsiders the supernatural in history and today." Smoley is a graduate of Harvard and Oxford, and was a long-time editor of Gnosis Magazine.

Gene and Chris present noted parapolitics author Kenneth F. Thomas, publisher of Steamshovel Press, who will deliver the latest developments on the most significant conspiracies of our time, including the Kennedy Assassination, nearly 50 years after the tragic event, the possible connection with UFOs, and other mysteries.

Gene and Chris present a special roundtable discussion featuring four long-time listeners who have been active participants in our forums, known by their member names: Gordon (Goggsmackay) Dean (Pixelsmith), Jeff (Sandanfire), and Randall (Ufology). We'll focus on their views about the best/worst shows, personal paranormal experiences, and they'll even get a chance to ask us a question or two.

Gene and Chris present a special episode focusing on the subject of "cattle mutilations," which have been popularized by such investigators as Linda Moulton Howe, who have laid the blame for these mysterious livestock deaths on "aliens." But there are cases of unsolved livestock deaths that have sinister, more down-to-earth overtones. Case in point: Werner Bock and other ranchers of the Maritime Provinces of Canada. For almost 40 years, these ranchers have been victimized by what could be described as a systematic campaign of terror and death. Bock will explain his frustrating attempts over the years to understand what happened to his livestock and who caused it.

Gene and Chris present a rare interview with Raymond B. Palmer, the son of legendary UFO and occult researcher Raymond A. Palmer, the co-founder of "Fate" magazine and one of the early promoters of flying saucer research. Raymond A. also introduced the world to the Shaver mystery, about a man who claimed to have been in touch with advanced beings from beneath the Earth. Also joining us with his own perspectives will be veteran UFO researcher Tim "Mr. UFO" Beckley.

Gene and Chris present paranormal author and broadcaster Micah A. Hanks, publisher of The Gralien Report, who returns to The Paracast to discuss his new book, The UFO Singularity. Says the back cover: "The Ufo Singularity finally reveals what UFO phenomena call tell us about greater-than-human intelligence, and offers provocative theories of where such intelligence might originate. You'll explore the most challenging metaphysical questions and the latest scientific thoughts about them."

Gene and Chris present a year-end retrospective with long-term researcher Don Ecker, host of the Dark Matters radio show. During this episode we'll explore not just Don's outspoken opinions about UFO and paranormal research, but his views about pop culture as well.

Gene presents his long-time friend, veteran UFO and occult researcher T. Allen Greenfield. You'll learn how Gene and Allen developed a theory about UFOs from other dimensions, or alternate realities. We also cover Allen's ongoing research not just into UFOs and related subjects, but into the occult.

Gene and Chris present staunch skeptic Lance Moody, who has, for a number of years, provided a solid reality check on what he regards as fanciful claims about possible paranormal events. During this session, Lance will talk about his research, his revelations about possible deception, and why he doesn't believe in such things as ghosts and UFOs.

Gene and Chris present author/researcher Gary A. David. His new book covers his archaeoastronomy work, "Star Shrines and Earthworks of the Desert Southwest," which correlates the locations of ancient Native American village sites to star constellations. He'll also cover other fascinating topics like crypto-creatures, star ancestors, star-gate shrines, ancient pyramids and canals in Phoenix, Hopi mysteries and prophecies, underground cities and a host of other cool topics.

Gene and Chris present author/researcher David Paulides, author of the provocative book, "Missing 411-Western United States & Canada: Unexplained Disappearances of North Americans that have never been solved." David's work has shed much needed light on the hidden subject of inexplicable disappearances in the Western United States and Canadian Provinces. In addition, cryptozoologist J.C. Johnson, president of the North American Fortean Society, will join us and discuss the breaking story about the pending claim of the scientific discovery of a hybrid DNA from a study of alleged "bigfoot" biological samples.

Gene and Chris remember Jim Moseley, the UFO field's court jester and editor of "Saucer Smear," who died on November 16. His close friends join us with their anecdotes about Jim's amazing life, including Tim Beckley, Jerome Clark, T. Allen Greenfield, Geneva Hagen, and Bob Zanotti.

Gene and Chris present author PMH Atwater, who has engaged in an extensive study, spanning four decades, of near-death experiences. The discussion will include her three near-death experiences dating back to the 1970s, how her life changed as a result. We'll also cover some of her books, including "Near-Death Experiences, The Rest of the Story," and "The Big Book of Near Death Experiences: The Ultimate Guide to What Happens When We Die."

Gene and Chris present Dr. Joseph P. Farrell, author of such books as "Saucers, Swastikas, and Psyops." The topics of discussion will include the ongoing theories about incredible inventions by Nazi scientists during World War II, a secret space program, and whether some or all UFOs might be Earth-based.

Gene and Chris present Margie Kay, Assistant State Director for Missouri MUFON for a very nuts and bolts UFO session. The main focus will be what Margie regards as "an extraordinary number of sightings in Kansas City during two UFO flaps in 2011 and 2012 with some amazing close encounters, missing time, and possible abductions. I even had my own sightings along with other witnesses." She'll also be discussing various paranormal events, such as weird sounds reported by some people in her area.