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What happens when demonic forces invade a movie set?In this episode, executive producer and author Steve Deace pulls back the curtain on Nefarious—the prequel to Steve's book A Nefarious Tale—and shares the terrifying spiritual warfare that haunted its production. Equal parts razor-sharp wit and pulse‑racing horror, Steve reveals how political and malevolent forces—echoing the unnerving phenomena that impacted The Exorcist, Poltergeist, and The Passion of the Christ—threatened cast and crew. From inexplicable incidents to life‑and‑death encounters, hear the behind‑the‑scenes story of a film where the Devil, and even the shadow of Death, fought to stop the story from being told. Tune in for a chilling, eye‑opening conversation about faith, fear, and the high cost of telling a dangerous truth.WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/wHGtRtxPDnc?si=IeG5WzZc8-PEnpJTSUBSCRIBE TO: @AfraidofNothingPodcast (please help us get to 1K subs)Steve Deace Bio Steve Deace hosts The Steve Deace Show, a top-rated daily program on BlazeTV focusing on faith, family, and politics from a biblical worldview. A two-time bestselling author of twelve books—including A Nefarious Plot, adapted into the film Nefarious where he served as executive producer—he's a sought-after speaker and political strategist who lives in Iowa with his wife Amy and family.Find Steve Deace on XFollow Steve on FacebookWatch Steve on The BlazeLike what you hear? Let us know.$10 Afraid of Nothing merch - and more - at the Afraid of Nothing Shopify store. Visit afraidofnothingpodcast.com or use this url:https://www.afraidofnothingpodcast.com/p/shopify-store/Never be afraid to look good and have cool merch! Support the showSUPPORT THE PODCASTNEW: SHOP OUR STORE ON SHOPIFY!Never Be Afraid to Look Good at https://383e86-d1.myshopify.com/.FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE/REVIEW...On our website at afraidofnothingpodcast.com.SUBSCRIBE...Your gracious donation here helps defray production costs. Beyond my undying gratitude, you will also will be shouted out in an upcoming episode.WATCH ON YOUTUBE...We are uploading past episodes on our Youtube channel. WATCH THE DOC…VIMEO ON DEMAND: Rent the Afraid of Nothing documentary here: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/aondoc.TUBI: watch for free with ads on tubitv.com.REVIEW OUR FILM ON ROTTEN TOMATOES...Write your five-star review here.

In this episode of Afraid of Nothing, Bob Heske sits down with paranormal investigator, electrical engineer, and storyteller Elizabeth Saint to explore what happens when science and intuition collide. From growing up with unexplained experiences to building a career grounded in logic and systems, Elizabeth shares how she learned to navigate both worlds—and why she no longer sees them as separate.The conversation dives into her evolution from on-camera investigator to creator of Stories with Saint, an immersive, audience-driven storytelling platform that blurs the line between reality and narrative. Elizabeth unpacks how technology, perception, and consciousness all play a role in how we experience the unknown—and why traditional methods of “proving” the paranormal may be missing the bigger picture.At its core, this episode isn’t about ghosts—it’s about interpretation. It challenges listeners to reconsider what they believe, how they process fear, and whether the unexplained is something to avoid… or something trying to reach us.Watch this episode on YouTubeStories with Saint (YouTube)Stories with Saint Acting SubmissionsABOUT ELIZABETH SAINTElizabeth Saint is a paranormal investigator, electrical engineer, and creative storyteller known for bridging the gap between science and the unexplained. Rising to prominence through television projects like Paranormal Lockdown, Ghosts of Shepherdstown and documentary The House in Between 2, she brings a unique analytical lens to paranormal phenomena, combining technical expertise with intuitive insight. She is also the creator of Stories with Saint, an immersive, audience-driven storytelling platform that blends real-world inspiration with cinematic narrative, inviting listeners to actively engage with the unknown.Like what you hear? Let us know.$10 Afraid of Nothing merch - and more - at the Afraid of Nothing Shopify store. Visit afraidofnothingpodcast.com or use this url:https://www.afraidofnothingpodcast.com/p/shopify-store/Never be afraid to look good and have cool merch! Support the showSUPPORT THE PODCASTNEW: SHOP OUR STORE ON SHOPIFY!Never Be Afraid to Look Good at https://383e86-d1.myshopify.com/.FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE/REVIEW...On our website at afraidofnothingpodcast.com.SUBSCRIBE...Your gracious donation here helps defray production costs. Beyond my undying gratitude, you will also will be shouted out in an upcoming episode.WATCH ON YOUTUBE...We are uploading past episodes on our Youtube channel. WATCH THE DOC…VIMEO ON DEMAND: Rent the Afraid of Nothing documentary here: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/aondoc.TUBI: watch for free with ads on tubitv.com.REVIEW OUR FILM ON ROTTEN TOMATOES...Write your five-star review here.

Miami Aliens, Celebrity Clones & The Charlie Kirk Rabbit HoleHosts Bob Heske and Cuyle Carvin crack open three of the internet’s most unhinged conspiracy obsessions. It starts with the Miami mall chaos—what police called “teen fights and fireworks,” the internet quickly reframed as alien beings and 10‑foot shadow creatures stalking Bayside Marketplace.Then we dive into the wild world of celebrity clone rumors, from the long‑running Avril Lavigne “replacement” theory to claims that Jim Carrey isn’t the real Jim Carrey anymore.And because the internet never stops, we plunge into the bizarre conspiracies orbiting the murder of political commentator Charlie Kirk, where memes morph into “secret network” narratives overnight.The episode wraps with a bigger question: Why are we so hungry for disclosure? Bob and Cuyle explore the modern UFO zeitgeist—and Cuyle shares thoughts on the curious timing of Steven Spielberg’s upcoming alien‑themed film Disclosure Day, where he appears on screen.Buckle up and put on your tinfoil cap for a fast, edgy, curiosity‑spiking ride through the conspiracies people love, the truths they ignore, and the myths we can’t stop creating.WATCH ON YOUTUBEVISIT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AND SUBSCRIBELike what you hear? Let us know.$10 Afraid of Nothing merch - and more - at the Afraid of Nothing Shopify store. Visit afraidofnothingpodcast.com or use this url:https://www.afraidofnothingpodcast.com/p/shopify-store/Never be afraid to look good and have cool merch! Support the showSUPPORT THE PODCASTNEW: SHOP OUR STORE ON SHOPIFY!Never Be Afraid to Look Good at https://383e86-d1.myshopify.com/.FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE/REVIEW...On our website at afraidofnothingpodcast.com.SUBSCRIBE...Your gracious donation here helps defray production costs. Beyond my undying gratitude, you will also will be shouted out in an upcoming episode.WATCH ON YOUTUBE...We are uploading past episodes on our Youtube channel. WATCH THE DOC…VIMEO ON DEMAND: Rent the Afraid of Nothing documentary here: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/aondoc.TUBI: watch for free with ads on tubitv.com.REVIEW OUR FILM ON ROTTEN TOMATOES...Write your five-star review here.

What started as a simple scouting trip for a book signing became a haunting of its own. In this episode, medium Rob Gutro and Monique Toosoon reveal how a routine visit to Hunt Memorial Library unleashed a series of unsettling paranormal encounters. We dive into their new book, Haunting of Hunt Memorial Library, and trace how this chilling chain of events began with their first collaboration, The Haunting of Emery Estate—when the spirits didn’t stay on the page.Haunting of Hunt Memorial Library on Amazon. Haunting of Emery Estate on Amazon.This episode is also available in video format (@AfraidofNothingPodcast) on Youtube.About Rob GutroRob Gutro is an author, paranormal investigator and medium with Inspired Ghost Tracking of Maryland. He's become known as a pet medium, although he communicate with pets and people who have passed. Since he was a child he could receive messages from ghosts or spirits (who have crossed over). As a retired scientist, he also provides some scientific explanations about how energy is the baseline for the afterlife and the medium that entities use to communicate.Amazon author's pageAbout Monique ToosoonMeet Monique Toosoon, a captivating force in both the dazzling world of drag and the chilling domain of paranormal exploration. With an illustrious career spanning two decades, Monique reigns supreme as the crowned Best Local Entertainer for an unprecedented four years running, earning the prestigious moniker NH's (G)Hostess with the Mostest.Her daring escapades have led her to the darkest corners of the nation's most notorious haunts, from the ominous halls of The Conjuring House to the eerie chambers of Wilson Castle and beyond. Fueled by an insatiable passion for horror, Monique traces her inspiration back to the iconic Elvira, whose bewitching allure ignited her transformation into the Ghostess with The Mostess.Like what you hear? Let us know.$10 Afraid of Nothing merch - and more - at the Afraid of Nothing Shopify store. Visit afraidofnothingpodcast.com or use this url:https://www.afraidofnothingpodcast.com/p/shopify-store/Never be afraid to look good and have cool merch! Support the showSUPPORT THE PODCASTNEW: SHOP OUR STORE ON SHOPIFY!Never Be Afraid to Look Good at https://383e86-d1.myshopify.com/.FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE/REVIEW...On our website at afraidofnothingpodcast.com.SUBSCRIBE...Your gracious donation here helps defray production costs. Beyond my undying gratitude, you will also will be shouted out in an upcoming episode.WATCH ON YOUTUBE...We are uploading past episodes on our Youtube channel. WATCH THE DOC…VIMEO ON DEMAND: Rent the Afraid of Nothing documentary here: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/aondoc.TUBI: watch for free with ads on tubitv.com.REVIEW OUR FILM ON ROTTEN TOMATOES...Write your five-star review here.

Look into the crystal ball. Do you see you?Brooke Ashley discusses her somewhat recent journey to mediumship, and how she coaches others to come out of the psychic closet.Website: https://mediumbrookeashley.com/This episode is also available in video format (@AfraidofNothingPodcast) on Youtube.BIOBrooke is an evidential medium with four years of professional practice, offering structured and ethically grounded spirit communication for individuals seeking connection with loved ones who have passed. As an evidential medium, her work focuses on delivering specific, accurate, and verifiable information that supports the identification of loved ones in spirit and provides objective validation of ongoing consciousness beyond physical life.Brooke has completed extensive training with internationally recognized mediums, developing a disciplined and methodical approach to spirit communication that emphasizes clarity, accuracy, and integrity. In addition to client work, she supports others in exploring and refining their own mediumship abilities through guided development, practical exercises, and evidence-based techniques. Her sessions and training are conducted with professionalism, compassion, and respect for the emotional and developmental process, fostering both personal growth and ethical mediumistic practice.Brooke’s work is grounded in the belief that meaningful spirit communication can provide reassurance, emotional healing, and a sense of continuity beyond physical separation.Like what you hear? Let us know.Support the showSUPPORT THE PODCASTNEW: SHOP OUR STORE ON SHOPIFY!Never Be Afraid to Look Good at https://383e86-d1.myshopify.com/.FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE/REVIEW...On our website at afraidofnothingpodcast.com.SUBSCRIBE...Your gracious donation here helps defray production costs. Beyond my undying gratitude, you will also will be shouted out in an upcoming episode.WATCH ON YOUTUBE...We are uploading past episodes on our Youtube channel. WATCH THE DOC…VIMEO ON DEMAND: Rent the Afraid of Nothing documentary here: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/aondoc.TUBI: watch for free with ads on tubitv.com.REVIEW OUR FILM ON ROTTEN TOMATOES...Write your five-star review here.

Co-authors Rob Gutro and Winn Brewer discuss their collaboration on "The Ghosts of the Linville Manor" -- Maryland's most haunted location!Buy the Book on Amazon Visit the houseListen to a prior episode of the initial investigationWatch this episode on our Youtube channelABOUT THE HOUSELinville Manor in Maryland dates back to the 1600s. Over the years, the home has gained notoriety for its paranormal activity, which has piqued the interest of distinguished investigators in the field. One investigation,led by Inspired Ghost Tracking team members, revealed the identities of several ghosts, including one who remains there due to being unjustly accused. This book details that investigation, provides a glimpse of the home's past, and shares many of the supernatural interactions people have experienced.Due to the number of ghosts in the home, the frequency with which they make themselves known, and the volume of evidence produced by paranormal research; Linville Manor is increasingly known as Maryland's most haunted house.ABOUT ROB GUTRORob Gutro is an author, paranormal investigator and medium with Inspired Ghost Tracking of Maryland. He's become known as a pet medium, although he communicate with pets and people who have passed. Since he was a child he could receive messages from ghosts or spirits (who have crossed over). As a scientist, he also provides some scientific explanations about how energy is the baseline for the afterlife and the medium that entities use to communicate.ABOUT WINN BREWERWinn Brewer is the owner of the historic Linville Manor, a location featured on Travel Channel/Discovery’s Kindred Spirits. Winn is co-author of "Ghosts of the Linville Manor" where he shares the remarkable story on how he came to own Linville Manor, the house’s unexpected inhabitants, and impact the manor has had on his life and the lives of his guests. Like what you hear? Let us know.$10 Afraid of Nothing merch - and more - at the Afraid of Nothing Shopify store. Visit afraidofnothingpodcast.com or use this url:https://www.afraidofnothingpodcast.com/p/shopify-store/Never be afraid to look good and have cool merch! Support the showSUPPORT THE PODCASTNEW: SHOP OUR STORE ON SHOPIFY!Never Be Afraid to Look Good at https://383e86-d1.myshopify.com/.FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE/REVIEW...On our website at afraidofnothingpodcast.com.SUBSCRIBE...Your gracious donation here helps defray production costs. Beyond my undying gratitude, you will also will be shouted out in an upcoming episode.WATCH ON YOUTUBE...We are uploading past episodes on our Youtube channel. WATCH THE DOC…VIMEO ON DEMAND: Rent the Afraid of Nothing documentary here: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/aondoc.TUBI: watch for free with ads on tubitv.com.REVIEW OUR FILM ON ROTTEN TOMATOES...Write your five-star review here.

Filmmaker, actor, and writer Kazy Tauginas joins the show to discuss his new film Mirror Life: Modern Zombies. Kazy is joined by co‑host and actor Cuyle Carvin, who also stars in the film. Together, they explore the inspiration behind the story, the eerie parallels between fiction and real‑world events, and the creative process behind crafting a film that blends suspense, commentary, and character‑driven tension.WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE.ABOUT THE FILMSet against the backdrop of a global pandemic, the film follows Tracy Kovalsky, who documents her search for her cousin Jordan after he disappears during an illegal clinical trial for a so‑called “miracle drug” called Dumitor. When an outbreak erupts inside the testing facility, the patients are locked down — and hunted. As Tracy digs deeper, she uncovers a conspiracy determined to bury the truth at any cost.You can watch Mirror Life: Modern Zombies (2025) on streaming platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Google Play, Youtube and Tubi, and you can also buy the physical DVD. BIOKazy Tauginas is an actor, writer, and filmmaker known for his intense screen presence and grounded performances. Before entering the entertainment world, he was a Golden Gloves boxer — a discipline that informs the physicality and focus he brings to his roles. A few of his notable film and television credits include The Equalizer (tv series), The Equalizer 2, John Wick, My Name is Dolemite, The Blacklist, Sneaky Pete, Law & Order: SVU, and Blind Spot.Like what you hear? Let us know.$10 Afraid of Nothing merch - and more - at the Afraid of Nothing Shopify store. Visit afraidofnothingpodcast.com or use this url:https://www.afraidofnothingpodcast.com/p/shopify-store/Never be afraid to look good and have cool merch! Support the showSUPPORT THE PODCASTNEW: SHOP OUR STORE ON SHOPIFY!Never Be Afraid to Look Good at https://383e86-d1.myshopify.com/.FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE/REVIEW...On our website at afraidofnothingpodcast.com.SUBSCRIBE...Your gracious donation here helps defray production costs. Beyond my undying gratitude, you will also will be shouted out in an upcoming episode.WATCH ON YOUTUBE...We are uploading past episodes on our Youtube channel. WATCH THE DOC…VIMEO ON DEMAND: Rent the Afraid of Nothing documentary here: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/aondoc.TUBI: watch for free with ads on tubitv.com.REVIEW OUR FILM ON ROTTEN TOMATOES...Write your five-star review here.

WATCH ON YOUTUBE.Sometimes you just gotta reconnect with old friends at the holidays. This episode I talk shop with sometimes co-host, new Dad, and your favorite actor, Cuyle Carvin.We talk about Cuyle's latest film Mirror Life: Modern Zombies (which is actually an older film that just got released -- worth the watch as it spins a new take on the Zombie mythology). We also discuss Cuyle's upcoming film, Popeye the Slayer Man 2 (when will they recall that spoiled spinach?!), and recap a momentous 2025.You can listen or watch us on Youtube in all our humanity. Visit youtube.com/@AfraidofNothingPodcast and please subscribe. It means a lot, and only takes a second. And you will see more upcoming video podcasts there.Now on the Signal NetworkAlso check out and subscribe to the Signal Network channel to see some of my favorite curated episodes, newer content, watch the Afraid of Nothing documentary, and browse a plethora of original paranormal content from emerging creators and paracelebs like Scotty the Medium for FREE.Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.Like what you hear? Let us know.$10 Afraid of Nothing merch - and more - at the Afraid of Nothing Shopify store. Visit afraidofnothingpodcast.com or use this url:https://www.afraidofnothingpodcast.com/p/shopify-store/Never be afraid to look good and have cool merch! Support the showSUPPORT THE PODCASTNEW: SHOP OUR STORE ON SHOPIFY!Never Be Afraid to Look Good at https://383e86-d1.myshopify.com/.FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE/REVIEW...On our website at afraidofnothingpodcast.com.SUBSCRIBE...Your gracious donation here helps defray production costs. Beyond my undying gratitude, you will also will be shouted out in an upcoming episode.WATCH ON YOUTUBE...We are uploading past episodes on our Youtube channel. WATCH THE DOC…VIMEO ON DEMAND: Rent the Afraid of Nothing documentary here: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/aondoc.TUBI: watch for free with ads on tubitv.com.REVIEW OUR FILM ON ROTTEN TOMATOES...Write your five-star review here.

Dr. Avi Loeb visits for the 4th time -- this time around the sun to discuss 3I/Atlas, the 3rd, and most notable interstellar object observed in our galaxy. Anomaly, "Dark Comet", or Alien Intelligence? The World is watching. You decide!In addition to audio, you can now watch the episode on The Signal Network channel on Youtube.BIOAbraham (Avi) Loeb is the Frank B. Baird, Jr., Professor of Science at Harvard University and a bestselling author (featured in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Publishers Weekly, Die Zeit, Der Spiegel, L’Express, and more). He earned his PhD in Physics from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem at age 24, led the first international project supported by the Strategic Defense Initiative, and was a long-term member of the Institute for Advanced Study at Princeton. Dr. Loeb has written 9 books, including Extraterrestrial and Interstellar, and published over a thousand papers on black holes, the first stars, extraterrestrial life, and the future of the Universe. Loeb directs the Institute for Theory and Computation at the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics and heads the Galileo Project. He was the longest-serving Chair of Harvard’s Astronomy Department and founding director of the Black Hole Initiative. Loeb is a fellow of the American Academy of Arts & Sciences, the American Physical Society, and the International Academy of Astronautics. He has served on the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology, chaired the Board on Physics and Astronomy of the National Academies, and currently advises “Einstein: Visualize the Impossible” at the Hebrew University. He also chaired the Breakthrough Starshot Initiative and directed theory for the Breakthrough Prize Foundation. His latest TED talk ranked among the ten most popular of 2024.Professional website: https://www.cfa.harvard.edu/~loeb/Like what you hear? Let us know.$10 Afraid of Nothing merch - and more - at the Afraid of Nothing Shopify store. Visit afraidofnothingpodcast.com or use this url:https://www.afraidofnothingpodcast.com/p/shopify-store/Never be afraid to look good and have cool merch! Support the showSUPPORT THE PODCASTNEW: SHOP OUR STORE ON SHOPIFY!Never Be Afraid to Look Good at https://383e86-d1.myshopify.com/.FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE/REVIEW...On our website at afraidofnothingpodcast.com.SUBSCRIBE...Your gracious donation here helps defray production costs. Beyond my undying gratitude, you will also will be shouted out in an upcoming episode.WATCH ON YOUTUBE...We are uploading past episodes on our Youtube channel. WATCH THE DOC…VIMEO ON DEMAND: Rent the Afraid of Nothing documentary here: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/aondoc.TUBI: watch for free with ads on tubitv.com.REVIEW OUR FILM ON ROTTEN TOMATOES...Write your five-star review here.

Who knew that communicating with ghosts was doctor recommended?!In this episode we unearth the exceptional and important documentary "Life with Ghosts" with filmmaker Stephen Berkley.About the FilmLife with Ghosts (2023) is a documentary about a research study at the University of North Texas that uses induced after-death communication (IADC) to help a grieving widow connect with her deceased husband. It explores the potential of facilitated "after-death communication" to alleviate prolonged grief, particularly in cases where conventional therapy has been ineffective. The film documents the first publicly funded attempt to see if such contact can reduce grief symptoms, challenging traditional views on the relationship between the living and the dead. About the FilmmakerStephen Berkley is a filmmaker, writer, and editor with over thirty years of experience in the media industry, known primarily for his work on projects exploring themes of love, loss, and after-death communication. His most prominent work is the self-produced feature film "Life with Ghosts".IMDBTEDx TalkWebsiteFacebookLike what you hear? Let us know.$10 Afraid of Nothing merch - and more - at the Afraid of Nothing Shopify store. Visit afraidofnothingpodcast.com or use this url:https://www.afraidofnothingpodcast.com/p/shopify-store/Never be afraid to look good and have cool merch! Support the showSUPPORT THE PODCASTNEW: SHOP OUR STORE ON SHOPIFY!Never Be Afraid to Look Good at https://383e86-d1.myshopify.com/.FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE/REVIEW...On our website at afraidofnothingpodcast.com.SUBSCRIBE...Your gracious donation here helps defray production costs. Beyond my undying gratitude, you will also will be shouted out in an upcoming episode.WATCH ON YOUTUBE...We are uploading past episodes on our Youtube channel. WATCH THE DOC…VIMEO ON DEMAND: Rent the Afraid of Nothing documentary here: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/aondoc.TUBI: watch for free with ads on tubitv.com.REVIEW OUR FILM ON ROTTEN TOMATOES...Write your five-star review here.