An irreverent look at the paranormal and the unexplained. Join host Jim Birchall and guests as they examine topics ranging from UFOs to Ghosts and the worlds greatest unsolved mysteries, all with the aim of determining fact from fiction.
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The ghostly phenomenon of a Georgian-style mansion that appears in an empty field near a small village in Suffolk U.K. has been reported by at least 20 people over the last 150 years. Simon Nunn is working on a Documentary about the Rougham mystery and is currently collating eyewitness sightings, and researching possible explanations for the mirage that some have speculated encompass Time Slips, Dimensional rips, and the 'Stone tape' Theory. Jim recently joined Simon at the site in Rougham, interviewed a key witness, and soaked up the mysterious energy that seems to cloak the towns of England's North East. https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/bury-st-edmunds/news/the-tale-of-a-suffolk-spectral-house-shrouded-in-mystery-9118624/ https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/bury-st-edmunds/news/journalist-excited-to-investigate-disappearing-house-and-gho-9318985/ Listen to us at https://www.podcastradionetwork.com/
In a week that only a science fiction writer could dream up, the announcement of NASA investing in a science-led exploration of the UFO Phenomenon was followed by whistleblower revelations about the U.S Government harbouring extraterrestrials and their craft. If that wasn't enough, a seemingly credible family in Las Vegas even claimed to see 10-foot aliens and a strange glowing blue craft that was captured on an LVPD Officers' bodycam. Jim is joined by Roger Stankovic, Australiasian Director for The Mutual UFO Network and contributor to the 7 Network Australia TV show Close Encounters Down Under. We peruse the available evidence pertaining to these contemporary incidents and ask if we are once again at the precipice of full disclosure.
Chris McKinnell, Grandson of Ed and Lorraine Warren joins Jim from the small town of Thames in New Zealand to discuss the Warren Legacy Foundation and his grandparent's investigations into the unknown that inspired successful movie franchises - The Conjuring, The Amityville Horror, and The Nun - plus countless documentaries and books on their exploits. For the past 42 years, Chris has been involved in assessing hauntings and demonic possessions after getting involved with his grandparents' investigations at an early age. Today, he lives out of a suitcase, travelling the world and offering help to people adversely affected by alleged paranormal phenomena. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/bay-of-plenty-times/news/famed-ghost-hunter-conjures-up-visit-to-thames/KZ4KHP5646ETEKFQ5CI3EHG3WA/
Jim welcomes back Eric Ulis, most recently seen on the Netflix docu-series 'D.B Cooper: Where are you?' Eric dissects key takeaways from the series and announces news of his investigation that has yielded earth-shattering developments relating to titanium fibres on the J.C Penney tie erroneously left behind on the plane before the infamous jump. listen to us @thepodcastradio Visit Eric at ericulis.com Episode art copyright Netflix.
Jim is joined by former Bloomberg Journalist David de Jong, author of a new book that delves into the ties between Germany's biggest business families and Nazi Germany. Listen to how many of the brands used by millions of consumers around the world were built in collaboration with the Third Reich, and how the patriarchs of these invested families escaped prosecution and the consciousness of today's Germany. Nazi Billionaires: The Dark History of Germany's Wealthiest Dynasties “A provocative group portrait of five industrialists who expanded their fortunes by colluding with Hitler and then, after World War II, walked away with minimal punishment and barely a dent in their bottom lines... In this meticulously researched book, Mr. de Jong, an investigative journalist and former reporter at Bloomberg News compels us to confront the current-day legacy of these Nazi ties."—The Wall Street Journal Buy David's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Nazi-Billionaires-Germanys-Wealthiest-Dynasties/dp/1328497887 Listen to us at https://www.podcastradionetwork.com/post/occam-s-razor
Jim is joined by a man identified only as Tom, who made his acquaintance with legendary UFO figure Bob Lazar while working at Los Alamos in the 1980s. We discuss Lazar, and Tom's impressions of him as they relate to his integrity. Roger Stankovic from MUFON also joins in and adds his summary of the remarkable congressional UAP hearings held last week. Are we being readied for immediate disclosure?
Retired aerospace engineer Richard Godfrey joins Jim and Sam from Frankfurt after a busy week speaking with world media concerning his theory on the whereabouts of doomed Malaysian Airlines flight MH370, which disappeared in 2014. Has Richard solved one of the most enduring mysteries of the last decade? Will the plane wreckage be recovered at the pinpointed site? Did an act of terrorism from pilot Zaharie Ahmed Shah end the lives of 239 people? Please view Richard's, and a number of independent scientists research on MH370 at MH370search.com listen to older episodes at thepodcastradio.co.uk occamsrazorparanormal.com
Jim is joined by former actress-turned children's author Lija Fisher to discuss her involvement in the cryptozoology movement via fantasy books aimed at getting children interested in the outdoors, in reading, and involved in other life sciences. Her debut novel. THE CRYPTID CATCHER received a starred review from Booklist and was a Junior Library Guild Selection. The sequel, THE CRYPTID KEEPER, was written while Lija was the Writer in Residence with Aspen Words and was a finalist for the Colorado Book Award in juvenile literature. Lija is also involved with www.sasquatchoutpost.com a retail store and Sasquatch museum located in Bailey Colorado. Listen to older episodes at https://www.thepodcastradio.co.uk/post/occam-s-razor
In this episode, Jim is joined by historian Eric Ulis. Eric is one of the world's leading experts on the infamous skyjacker DB Cooper. He has researched, investigated, and written extensively about the case over the last dozen years. On Thanksgiving Eve 1971, a man calling himself Dan Cooper skyjacked a Northwest Orient flight travelling from Portland to Seattle. Upon landing in Seattle, Cooper ransomed the passengers for $200,000 and four parachutes. He then directed the jet to take off and head to Mexico City by way of Reno for a fuel stop. Approximately 36 minutes after departing Seattle, somewhere just north of Portland, Cooper parachuted out of the back of the jet never to be seen or heard from again. Recently, Eric has been involved in searching for evidence in an area around the Columbia River in Washington, where in 1980, a boy found $6000 of Cooper's ransom money. Eric maintains a theory that Cooper buried the parachutes, an attache case and the money at the same time, but dug smaller holes instead of one large one. We also discuss suspects advanced over the last five decades, including the curious case of Sheridan Petersen. Visit Eric at https://ericulis.com
In this episode, Jim is joined by hauntedauckland's Sam Collier and Julien Lacave from ufopardigm.com to discuss the working hypothesis of alien visitation. The alleged events at Roswell meant 1947 is often given as an arbitrary date for the start of human/alien interaction and the UFO phenomenon, but do ancient astronaut theories show the inter-species co-operation is far from recent? Were advanced ancient civilisations like the Mayans and Egyptians the benefactors of knowledge passed down from visitors? or can the evidence for pre-history symbiosis be explained away as a twisting of indigenous folklore? Please listen to older episodes at https://www.thepodcastradio.co.uk/post/occam-s-razor occamsrazorparanormal.com *This episode originally aired live on eastfm.nz 2 August 2021
Jim is joined live on eastfm.nz by regular contributor Sam Collier, plus Mark Wallbank and the team of paranormal researchers from hauntedauckland.com We revisit sites of paranormal interest around the Auckland region including mysterious goings-on at the Massey Homestead, creepy dolls at Waiuku Museum, the very active Parnell School and the former employee spirits that occupy the Pumphouse Theatre in Takapuna. The newer team members share what got them interested in the evolving science of paranormal investigation and discuss the need to maintain a scientific-based approach to anomalous phenomena. occamsrazorparanormal.com Listen to older episodes at https://www.thepodcastradio.co.uk/post/occam-s-razor
Jim is joined by Julien Lacave of UFO paradigm.com and Roger Stankovic from MUFON Australasia to discuss whether we are any further towards mainstream acceptance of the UAP phenomenon after the release of the much-anticipated Pentagon task force report. We ask whether the current glasnost is a sign of things to come, the first piece in a larger disclosure puzzle, or are we being led down an unending path once again? Is the world ready for the reality of Alien visitors or would the perceived instability of financial markets and organised religion continue to be a roadblock to the truth? Listen to us at https://www.thepodcastradio.co.uk/ occamsrazorparanormal.com
Jim is joined by Roger Stankovic to dissect famous evidence and imagery relating to the UFO phenomena.'We cast an informed eye over the famous Silver Man photos, Alien autopsy footage, the physical evidence provided by Alyshenka and Atacama humanoids, and the sketch that started it all from the Betty and Barney Hill incident in 1961. Listen to us here! https://www.thepodcastradio.co.uk/post/occam-s-razor
Jim is joined by historian and researcher Lindsay Siviter to discuss the ghostly legacy of the victims of Britain's most notorious serial killer. We also examine claims of paranormal activity at the 10 Bells Pub in Spitalfields, known to be frequented by many 'unfortunates' of the day, and hear about Lindsay's own time slip experience at the popular nightspot. Listen to us at thepodcastradio.co.uk
Jim is joined by well-respected author and paranormal researcher John Fraser, author of the book Poltergeists- A new investigation into destructive haunting. In this episode, we take a look at famous and not so famous UK ghosts, including discussion on the anniversary ghosts of Goodwin Sands, roadside spectres on Blue Bell Hill, black dogs at Leeds Castle, and notorious London pub spirits. Send us your videos https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS-w7tivtd7uSu8NDOHpF-A? Listen to us at https://www.thepodcastradio.co.uk/post/occam-s-razor Visit us at https://wordpress.com/home/occamsrazorpodcastmedia.wordpress.com Cheers!
In the first episode of season 3, Jim is joined by Richard Freeman, to discuss Dragon legends and their consistency among many cultures. We learn St George was actually from Libya, talk about flying snakes in Namibia, Lambton worms, and Richard recounts his adventures in search of the Ninke Nanka and Thai serpent deity The Naga. Richard Freeman is a cryptozoologist, author, zoological journalist, and WebTV Presenter. He is also the zoological director of the Centre for Fortean Zoology. Freeman has written, co-written, or edited a number of books, and has contributed widely to both Fortean and zoological magazines, as well as other newspapers and periodicals, including Fortean Times and Paranormal Magazine. Buy Richard's book here! https://www.amazon.com/Adventures-Cryptozoology-Mongolian-Deathworms-Not-So-Mythical/dp/1642500151 Find us at https://www.thepodcastradio.co.uk/post/occam-s-razor occamsrazorparanormal.com youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS-w7tivtd7uSu8NDOHpF-A
Back after a hiatus, Jim is joined by Sam Collier from HauntedAuckland.com to discuss recent investigations by the team, and to examine NZ's most notorious haunted spots. We scrutinize claims of a ghostly boat-load of nuns in Takapuna, a resident ghost named Bernadette in Balmoral's Capitol Cinema, spectral projectionists, residual v intelligent hauntings and reports of cloven-hoofed 'holy trinity' scratches allegedly suffered by investigators. First heard on eastfm.nz 23/11/20 Listen to us at https://www.thepodcastradio.co.uk/post/occam-s-razor Visit us at occamsrazorparanormal.com
Roger Stankovic from MUFON Australasia joins Jim to discuss five unidentified cases gleaned from reports filed by people in New Zealand. We discuss craft seen in the Manawatu that were marked with strange hieroglyphics.We also hear an expert’s account in Palmerston North, and discuss a triangular spinning object that entered a like-sized ‘portal.’ occamsrazorparanormal.com Listen to us at https://www.thepodcastradio.co.uk/post/occam-s-razor
Wiccan practitioner Karen Tibbets Williams joins Jim to explain the origins, rituals and the true meanings behind neo-pagan witchcraft, and the influence on theoretical structure by Gerald Gardner and Aleister Crowley. Karen also explains how her coven has placed a 'bind' spell upon Donald Trump, popularised by the #MagicResistance hashtag First aired on eastfm.nz 28/8/20 https://occamsrazorparanormal.com/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS-w7tivtd7uSu8NDOHpF Listen to us at https://www.thepodcastradio.co.uk/post/occam-s-razor
Experienced paranormal investigator Marc Coppell returns to discuss his latest findings in the hunt for New Zealand's Bigfoot- The Moehau Man. We also touch on cryptids, UFOs, and Marc's 20 years experience uncovering the truth in the Nevada Desert. First broadcast on eastfm.co.nz 17/8/20 Listen to us at https://www.thepodcastradio.co.uk/post/occam-s-razor occamsrazorparanormal.com
Jim is joined by Sam Collier from Hauntedauckland.com to dissect the most well known 'paranormal' videos and images. We discuss footage from Deer Park School, Hampton Courts' Skeletor, the mystery of Elisa Lam, Chucacabra's that look like dogs, and take a look at classic photos including Lord Combermere and the Brown Lady. First aired on http://www.eastfm.nz/ Listen to us at thepodcastradio.co.uk/post/occam-s-razor Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnwYs0hm9yW5XjWm4EaukdA Occamsrazorparanormal.com
Jim is joined by Barbara & Karen from Hauntednz.com to discuss visiting Waverley Hills Sanatorium, recent ghost investigations, Wicca, and the legacy of the Warren Foundation. First aired 27/7/20 on http://www.eastfm.nz/ Listen to us at https://www.thepodcastradio.co.uk/post/occam-s-razor visit us at occamsrazorparanormal.com or Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS-w7tivtd7uSu8NDOHpF
Jim is joined by Sam Collier from hauntedauckland.com to discuss whether secret societies exist in the form suggested by conspiracy theorists and whether they are as nefarious as claimed. We also discuss the alleged influence of the Illuminati in the music industry, playing special attention to the claims that Jay-Z, Beyonce, and Michael Jackson are devotees. Originally aired on http://www.eastfm.nz/ 13/7/20 Visit us at https://www.thepodcastradio.co.uk/post/occam-s-razor YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS-w7tivtd7uSu8NDOHpF-A
Well-known crime author Scott Bainbridge speaks with Jim about his new book New Zealand mysteries'. The book examines well known NZ paranormal events including the Kaikoura lights UFO in 1978, Crop circles in Ngatea, NZ's bigfoot-like creature, the Nelson St Ripper- a yet unsolved murder case from the early 20th century, theatre ghosts, and South Island cryptids. Originally aired on eastfm.nz 7/7/20 Buy Scott's new book here: https://www.batemanbooks.co.nz/product/new-zealand-mysteries/ occamsrazorparanormal.com listen to us at https://www.thepodcastradio.co.uk/post/occam-s-razor YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS-w7tivtd7uSu8NDOHpF-A?
Jim is joined by Sam Collier from hauntedauckland.com and author Darrin Wedlock to discuss the absence of god in a paranormal world dominated by tales of Angels & Demons. We also touch on Darrin's recent capture of a 'ghost' in the window of a notoriously haunted hotel in New Zealand's South Island, and Sam updates us regarding a recent night investigation at the old Helensville Courthouse. Buy Darrin's book here! https://www.amazon.com/VOICES-UNSEEN-WORLD-Supernatural-communicating/dp/1520993110 Listen to us in the UK on https://www.thepodcastradio.co.uk/post/occam-s-razor Visit us at: occamsrazorparanormal.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS-w7tivtd7uSu8NDOHpF-A?view_as=subscriber
Jim is joined by Sam Collier of hauntedauckland.com to discuss the biggest mysteries in aviation, on the back of the well-received episode #29 on maritime mysteries. We touch on the disappearance of Avenger bombers from Flight 19, Amelia Earhart, the on-going search for MH370, and the alleged subterfuge surrounding the death of wartime bandleader Glenn Miller. Originally aired on Eastfm.nz 8/6/20 Listen to us at https://www.thepodcastradio.co.uk/post/occam-s-razor occamsrazorparanormal.com
Jim is joined by Sam Collier of hauntedauckland.com, and the chairman of NZ Skeptics, Craig Shearer. We discuss popular paranormal theories and get a skeptics' perspective on unexplained phenomena and the popular hype around it. Send us your videos www.youtube.com/channel/UCS-w7tivtd7uSu8NDOHpF-A? Listen to us at www.thepodcastradio.co.uk/post/occam-s-razor Visit us at occamsrazorparanormal.com https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4uYvzyzv6TXogD0YHSqhQH?si=5J5kCNNeRgmF1W8lwt53Rw
Tonight Jim is joined by Sam Collier from hauntedauckland.com to discuss maritime mysteries ranging from ghostly canoes in New Zealand to The Devil's Triangle, and the disappearance of Royal Navy Frogman Buster Crabb. Originally aired live 18/5/2020 on eastfm.nz occamsrazorparanormal.com
Jim is joined by Richard Freeman from the UK to discuss his expeditions to uncover evidence of bi-pedal cryptid, the Orang Pendek, said to inhabit the jungles of West Sumatra. He also shares his research and investigations into Orang Kerdil, big cats, giant anacondas, and the Mongolian death worm. Richard is a cryptozoologist, author, zoological journalist, and WebTV Presenter. He is also the zoological director of the Centre for Fortean Zoology. Freeman has written, co-written, or edited a number of books, and has contributed widely to both Fortean and zoological magazines, as well as other newspapers and periodicals, including Fortean Times and Paranormal Magazine. www.amazon.com/ORANG-PENDEK-Suma…Ape/dp/1905723822 Send us your videos www.youtube.com/channel/UCS-w7tivtd7uSu8NDOHpF-A? Listen to us at www.thepodcastradio.co.uk/post/occam-s-razor Visit us at occamsrazorparanormal.com https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4uYvzyzv6TXogD0YHSqhQH?si=5J5kCNNeRgmF1W8lwt53Rw
Jim, Sam Collier and guest, reptilian researcher Dan Bagnall, delve into the theories put forward by the likes of David Icke, that humans are being controlled by a master race of reptilian humanoids at every level of society. *apologies for the audio, lockdown causing havoc. #reptilians #davidicke #paranormal #occamsrazorpodcast Send us your videos https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS-w7tivtd7uSu8NDOHpF-A? Listen to us at https://www.thepodcastradio.co.uk/post/occam-s-razor visit us at occamsrazorparanormal.com https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4uYvzyzv6TXogD0YHSqhQH?si=5J5kCNNeRgmF1W8lwt53Rw Cheers!
Jim is joined by John Fraser, author of a new book titled Poltergeists- A new investigation into destructive haunting. We touch on the Enfield hauntings, a talking mongoose, Borley Rectory, and the mysterious Witches Prison known as 'The Cage' in St Osyth. Send us your videos https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS-w7tivtd7uSu8NDOHpF-A? Listen to us at https://www.thepodcastradio.co.uk/post/occam-s-razor visit us at https://wordpress.com/home/occamsrazorpodcastmedia.wordpress.com Also follow my friends at http://kavabowlmedia.media/ Cheers!
Jim is joined by Australasian director of The Mutual UFO Network (MUFON), Roger Stankovic, to discuss a bizarre case in New Zealand where a 22 year old was killed by an unknown projectile whilst driving. The investigation failed to determine what caused the accident, and the object was never found. Roger’s contention is the object may have been of extraterrestrial origin.
Tonight we talk about cursed and haunted films, or those with a reputation for strange goings-on during production. Legendary tales like Brandon Lee in The Crow, the cast of the Omen meeting strange demises, and the explained, like Ted Danson's 'Ghost' in 3 men and a baby. Originally aired on eastfm.nz 16/3/20 and heard through thepodcastradio.co.uk https://wordpress.com/view/occamsrazorpodcastmedia.wordpress.com
Jim and Sam are joined by Mark Wallbank, the founder of New Zealand-based paranormal group, hauntedauckland.com, to recount Mark's recent paranormal road trip to several haunted hotspots in the UK. Featuring accounts of his investigations at The Ancient Ram Inn, Chillingham Castle, The so-called 'Genesis House', and perennial favourite Loch Ness. First broadcast live on http://www.eastfm.nz/ 9/3/20 https://www.thepodcastradio.co.uk/ #ghosts #occamsrazorpodcast #ancientraminn #hauntedauckland #hauntedbritain #lochness #aleister crowley
Tonight we examine the topical Corona Virus and the hype and mass hysteria around it. We also look at examples from history highjacked by conspiracy theorists. First broadcast on http://www.eastfm.nz/ on 2/3/20 www.thepodcastradio.co.uk https://wordpress.com/view/occamsrazorpodcastmedia.wordpress.com
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Jim and Sam discuss alleged sightings of so-called 'Shadow People' by paranormal investigators and everyday people. We delve into asking what these things are, demons? Ghosts? or 'corner of the eye phenomena'?. First broadcast live on Eastfm.nz 24/2/20 Listen to us at thepodcastradio.co.uk #shadowpeople #paranormal #occamsrazorpodcast #ghosts # Demons #jinn #podcast #podcastlife
Jim is joined by Sam Collier to discuss the revelations a New Zealand-based group is excavating an area of the Waikeretu Valley, Waikato New Zealand on the back of rumors of giant skeletons being buried. We carry this theme on to looking objectively at the great international giant skeleton hoaxes of the past. Originally aired on eastfm.nz also, listen to us at https://www.thepodcastradio.co.uk/post/occam-s-razor
Tonight we show some love for the lesser-known cryptids out there. From Honey Swamp Monster's to giant Brazillian worms, and everything in between. Originally broadcast on eastfm.nz 10/2/20 Don't forget to listen to the show via @thepodcastradio in the UK https://www.thepodcastradio.co.uk/post/occam-s-razor-weekdays-4am-and-10pm-supernatural
Jim is Joined by Sam Collier from hauntedAuckland.com to discuss false memories and The Mandela Effect Originally aired as part of Occam's Razor Radio Show on eastfm.nz broadcast 3/2/20
Tonight Jim is Joined by Sam Collier from haunted Auckland to discuss how fears and apprehensions can influence paranormal experiences. We delve into the Philip experiment and see how traditional cautionary tales and the power of suggestion impact an individual. Originally broadcast on eastfm.nz 27/1/20 #occamsrazorparanormal #occamsrazor #paranormal #ghosts #urbanlegends #slenderman #philipexperiment
Sinister government agents or Alien mis-informers? In this episode, Jim is joined by paranormal investigator Marc Coppell from hauntedman.net to discuss the MIB phenomenon. #thetruthisouttheremaybe
Jim is joined by Devon Wolley who is an expert in lost civilizations, and New Zealand indigenous myths and legends. Devon accompanied Marc Coppell to his Moehau Man (NZ bigfoot) research site and joined us to provide commentary and objectivity to the alleged anomalous evidence collected. Originally aired on East FM NZ 9/12/19.
Sam Collier from Haunted Auckland visits Jim to present a balanced view & common-sense approach to the techniques used in paranormal investigation. Visit hauntedauckland.com
Jim is joined by Marc Coppell and trans communication researcher and author Darrin Wedlock to discus science and the afterlife. You can buy Darrin's book here https://www.amazon.com/VOICES-UNSEEN-WORLD-Supernatural-communicating-ebook/dp/B06XZGVJD5
In this episode Jim is Joined by Mark Coppell and Roger Stankovic from MUFON to discuss UFO/Psychic connections and the released 'Gimbal' UFO film, and the 2004 evidence from the U.S.S Nimitz encounter.
Jim welcomes Barbara Caisley from Hauntedauckland.com, and discusses the techniques of Ghost hunting. Also featuring Marc Coppell from hauntedman.net
Jim is joined by Marc Coppell to discuss cryptids on the very first Occam's Razor radio show, Originally broadcast live on November 4 2019 on eastfm.nz
Jim is once again joined by paranormal investigator Marc Coppell to discuss his latest evidence collection at the purported lair of NZ's own Bigfoot, the 'Moehau Man'. We also examine the theory of Bigfoot and UFO's being related , and whether the cryptids are trans-dimensional beings.
Jim is joined once again by Paranormal Investigator Marc Coppell, and special guest Roger Stankovic, Australasian Director for The Mutual UFO Network. We concentrate upon the recent Bob Lazar revelations and speculate on his claims.
Jim is again joined by Marc Coppell who recounts his field visits to the mysterious Skinwalker Ranch.
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