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ParaReality
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ParaReality airs the first & third Friday of each month. The host, known only as Sandman, talks to guests from all over the world as they explore paranormal & alternative topics and issues including subjects related to ghosts, spirits, hauntings, apparitions, electronic voice phenomena, the unexplained, Wicca, the esoteric, the occult, magick, dreams, UFO sightings, medicine, alternative healing, psychic abilities, conspiracy theories and more.
Join long-time paranormal researcher Sandman and his roster of special guests, experts and experiencers, as they explore the realms of the known and unknown. Listen to the show to learn about the great mysteries of the paranormal field in the 20th and 21st centuries.
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The Greys
4d ago01:30:19Tap to summarizeThe Greys. Few images in modern culture are as instantly recognizable—or as deeply unsettling. With their oversized black eyes, small gray bodies, and mysterious presence, Grey aliens have become the defining face of the UFO phenomenon. But where did the stories come from, and why have they persisted for decades? In this first installment of the ParaReality Summer Series, Sandman takes a deep dive into the world of the Greys. From the landmark Betty and Barney Hill abduction case and the Roswell controversy to alien abduction reports, the Zeta Reticuli connection, hybridization theories, interdimensional hypotheses, and modern government conspiracy theories, this episode explores the many claims, stories, and mysteries surrounding these enigmatic beings. Are the Greys extraterrestrial visitors from another star system? Interdimensional entities that have interacted with humanity throughout history? Future humans attempting to alter their own timeline? Or are they something else entirely? Join Sandman as he examines the evidence, the theories, the skepticism, and the enduring fascination surrounding one of the most controversial subjects in paranormal history. Keep questioning. Keep searching. And keep your eyes on the skies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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ParaReality Flashback - Season 1, Ep. 7: The Lumbee Indians
2w ago01:22:42Tap to summarizeTonight, we're getting in the Time Machine once again, and going back to March 19, 2004, continuing our journey to revisit the very first season of what was then known as ParaReality Radio. This episode is all about the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina is the largest Native American tribe east of the Mississippi River, with over 60,000 enrolled members. Centered in Robeson, Hoke, Cumberland, and Scotland counties, their cultural and political headquarters are located in Pembroke, NC. On this episode, I'll introduce you to the Lumbees and tell you what makes them special. There are rumors that they are descendants from the Lost Colony of Roanoke. Is this true? What is the evidence? To learn more, you'll need to Turn On, Tune In & Find Out! Here is Season 1, Episode 7: The Lumbee Indians. Originally airing on March 19, 2004 on Live365. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Visitors from Hidden Realms: Brent Raynes and the UFO Enigma
4w ago01:17:58Tap to summarizeWhat if UFOs aren’t extraterrestrial spacecraft at all…but manifestations of something far stranger? In this episode of ParaReality Podcast, Sandman sits down with veteran UFO researcher and author Brent Raynes for a deep exploration into the hidden side of the phenomenon. Drawing from nearly six decades of investigation, Raynes discusses the connections between UFO encounters, Marian apparitions, Mothman, altered states of consciousness, ultraterrestrials, and the enduring influence of legendary researcher John A. Keel. Together, they examine the idea that the paranormal may not be separate phenomena at all—but different masks worn by the same mysterious intelligence. From glowing spheres and contact experiences to psychic phenomena and interdimensional theories, this conversation ventures far beyond traditional “nuts-and-bolts” ufology and into the truly unknown. Are we dealing with visitors from another world…or something that has been here all along? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Not Random: The Hidden Order of UFO Encounters
May 901:29:01Tap to summarizeWhat if UFOs aren’t random… but organized? In this episode of the ParaReality Podcast, Sandman takes a deep dive into three of the most commonly reported UFO shapes in modern history: the classic saucer-shaped craft, the mysterious Black Triangle, and the massive cigar-shaped UFO. But this isn’t just a discussion about strange objects in the sky—it’s an exploration of a far more unsettling possibility. What if these different UFO types aren’t isolated sightings at all? What if they serve different functions within a larger, coordinated system? Using real eyewitness testimony, military encounters, historical case studies, and documented reports—including the Phoenix Lights, the Belgian UFO Wave, the Washington D.C. UFO Incident, and the USS Nimitz UFO Incident—this episode examines the theory that UFOs may operate as part of a structured hierarchy: scouts, surveillance craft, and possibly even larger “mothership”-style objects operating behind the scenes. Are these sightings evidence of advanced military technology, non-human intelligence, or something even stranger? Tonight, we connect the patterns and ask the question that changes everything: What if they’re already here… and have been for a very long time? Keep your eyes on the sky. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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ParaReality Flashback: Season 1, Episode 5
May 201:27:00Tap to summarizeOriginally aired February 21, 2004. In this ParaReality Flashback, Sandman revisits one of the most enduring mysteries in human history—dragons. Found in cultures all around the world, these legendary creatures share eerie similarities that raise a powerful question: are dragons purely myth… or echoes of something real? From ancient texts and folklore to possible real-world explanations, this episode explores the origins of dragon legends and the theories that attempt to explain them. Could dragons have been misunderstood creatures, exaggerated history, or something far more mysterious? Step back into the early days of ParaReality and experience the curiosity, research, and intrigue that helped shape the show. What if the legends got it right? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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ParaReality Flashback: Season 1, Ep. 4
Apr 2501:25:31Tap to summarizeStep back in time with this episode of ParaReality Flashback as Sandman revisits an early chapter of the show—Season 1, Episode 4: Spontaneous Human Combustion. Explore the eerie phenomenon of bodies reportedly burning to ash without an external ignition source, and the scientific explanations like the “wick effect” that attempt to demystify it. Originally recorded in 2004, this episode captures the raw beginnings of ParaReality, complete with early-day audio, nostalgic references to chatrooms and Microsoft NetMeeting, and a host still finding his voice. Imperfect, authentic, and packed with curiosity—this is where the journey started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Midnight Syndicate - Episode 9
Apr 1801:08:55Tap to summarizeWhat would you do if a child knocked on your door in the middle of the night… and something about them felt wrong? In this episode of The Midnight Syndicate Podcast, we explore one of the most disturbing modern paranormal phenomena to emerge in recent decades: the Black Eyed Kids. Described as pale, emotionless children with completely black eyes, these entities have been reported across the United States and beyond—always appearing in unexpected places, always asking for help… and always needing permission to enter. From the chilling 1996 encounter that sparked the legend to modern-day sightings that continue to surface, we break down the patterns, the behavior, and the eerie consistency behind these encounters. Why do they ask to be let in? Why do witnesses feel immediate, overwhelming fear? And why does this phenomenon echo ancient folklore about entities that cannot cross a threshold without consent? Are the Black Eyed Kids simply an internet-born urban legend? A psychological manifestation of fear? Or something far more unsettling—something that understands human trust, and waits for us to open the door? Whatever they are… the stories haven’t stopped. And neither has the mystery. Lock your doors. Trust your instincts. And whatever you do… Don’t let them in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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ParaReality Flashback - Season 1, Ep. 3
Mar 2801:16:32Tap to summarizeTonight we’re going all the way back to January of 2004. This was only the third episode that I ever did and back then I was on the Live365 Radio network. At that time, it was Internet Radio, and not podcasting, that was the big thing. In fact, podcasting didn’t even exist. I didn’t have anything except for a headset microphone that I plugged directly into the 3.5mm microphone jack on the computer. I couldn’t afford anything else. I think you’ll be able to tell by the sound quality that what I was working with wasn’t very expensive. But all I needed was that headset, a computer and an internet connection and my dream of having my own radio talk show was realized. On this episode, I’m discussing the Spirits of the Dead – what they are and how to contact them. I was still learning how to be a talk show host, and the identity of the show hadn’t been established yet. You’ll definitely be able to tell it. It would take me a while to develop my style and make the show what I wanted. Anyway, I hope you’ll take the time to listen to at least part of this episode. It kind of shows you how far I’ve come. I present to you ParaReality Flashback, episode 3 – Spirits of the Dead. Originally recorded on January 25, 2004. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The Watchers of Windham - An Interview with D. Paul
Mar 2101:09:00Tap to summarizeWhat if the things we call ghosts…aren’t the only ones watching? Tonight on ParaReality, Sandman sits down with D. Paul—U.S. Navy veteran, Native American Holy Man, and spiritual warrior—to explore the terrifying true inspiration behind Mystery’s at the Windham Inn: The Feral Feline. At the center of this story lies the Windham Inn, a place steeped in centuries of tragedy, where the line between the living and the unseen has all but disappeared. Here, dark entities don’t just haunt—they hunt. And the battle for one man’s soul reveals something far bigger than a traditional haunting. Because lurking behind the veil are the Watchers—mysterious beings who observe, record, and, at times, intervene. Are they spiritual guardians…or something closer to what we now call non-human intelligence? As Season 20 dives deep into UFOs and Disclosure, this episode asks a chilling question: What if the paranormal, the spiritual, and the extraterrestrial are all part of the same hidden reality? From ancient curses and generational hauntings to portals, possession, and unseen forces manipulating free will—this is more than a ghost story. It’s a glimpse into a war that may have been unfolding around us for centuries. Turn on. Tune in. And find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Midnight Syndicate Episode 8
Mar 1401:30:57Tap to summarizeIn one of the most persistent conspiracy theories of the modern era, legendary filmmaker Stanley Kubrick is accused of helping the U.S. government stage the historic Apollo 11 Moon Landing. But where did this theory come from—and is there any truth behind it? In this episode of Midnight Syndicate, Sandman and Easy E explore the strange intersection of Hollywood, Cold War paranoia, and one of humanity’s greatest achievements. From Kubrick’s groundbreaking film 2001: A Space Odyssey to the hidden symbolism conspiracy theorists claim to see in The Shining, we break down the claims, the “evidence,” and the psychological reasons this theory refuses to die. Was Kubrick secretly recruited by NASA to film the greatest deception in history? Did he hide clues in his movies? Or is the story itself a fascinating example of how myth and mistrust shape modern conspiracies? Step into the shadows of cinema, secrecy, and the Space Race as we ask the question: Did Stanley Kubrick fake the Moon landing? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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