Podcast appearances and mentions of John Fraser

In this must-listen paranormal podcast episode of Open Loops, Greg interviews John Fraser—Council Member of the Society for Psychical Research and author of Paranormal Perspectives: One Big Box of Paranormal Tricks. Together they explore the groundbreaking idea that all paranormal events—from ghosts to poltergeists to UFOs—might stem from a single psychic force within us.  That's right. No polyamorous forces, Aubrey Marcus. Cool your jets.Fraser, wo has investigated hundreds of cases including the Enfield poltergeist and the Cage haunting in Essex, lays out a compelling scientific and psychological framework. Instead of external entities, he suggests that stress, trauma, and altered states of consciousness may trigger these phenomena.John and Greg discuss hypnotic regression, ESP experiments, false memory formation, and why Fraser believes random event generator technology could be key to proving the paranormal scientifically. This conversation challenges demonology (sorry new Pope), explores the psychology behind ghost sightings, and makes a strong case for a unified paranormal theory.If you're curious about how consciousness, haunted locations, and poltergeist behavior intersect in a scientifically grounded way and you love how that all wraps together in one sentence optimized for SEO, this is the top fringe science podcast episode of 2025 to hear.

Has the level of toxicity in Ontario politics today gotten out of hand? Does Premier Doug Ford ever come across the floor and talk to the opposition members? And how big of a problem is it for the Ontario Liberals that their leader, Bonnie Crombie couldn't win a seat in the last election? Parliamentary leader for the Ontario Liberals and the MPP for Ottawa South, John Fraser, joins host Steve Paikin for a wide-ranging discussion on life at Queen's Park. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In St. Osyth, an old jail known as The Cage has a history of accused witches — and something inside it still refuses to leave.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: In the heart of England's St. Osyth village lies The Cage, an unassuming house with a chilling past as a jail for accused witches. When Vanessa Mitchell moved in, she unknowingly stepped into a nightmare of ghostly apparitions and terrifying events that forever altered her life. (The Cage: Britain's Answer To The Amityville Horror) *** Some ghosts just seem worth rooting for, no matter how they died or what they do. (Ghosts To Sympathize With) *** The Genna brothers of Chicago's Little Italy neighborhood were some of the most notorious bootleggers and gangsters in the city… until they weren't. (The End of the Terrible Gennas) *** In 1981, 14-year-old Stacey Ann Arras vanished without a trace inside Yosemite National Park, her disappearance remaining one of the park's most eerie and unsolved mysteries. (The Unsolved Yosemite Disappearance of Stacy Ann Arras) *** Annie Le, a brilliant Yale graduate student, vanished just days before her wedding in 2009. Her disappearance led to a shocking discovery that left everyone questioning who and why. (Annie Le: A Life of Promise, A Death of Mystery) *** Imagine waking up every 30 seconds, completely unaware of where you are or what just happened. This is the life of Clive Wearing, who is unable to construct new memories… at all. (Clive's 30-Second Memory) *** We'll look at how the growing cryptotourism industry offers a unique and interesting angle on exploring hidden corners of the globe, with searches for creatures like Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster among your travel choices. (Cryptotourism With Bigfoot and Nessie)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Lead-In00:01:36.414 = Show Open00:04:10.680 = The Cage: Britain's Answer to the Amityville Horror00:21:37.334 = Cryptotourism With Bigfoot and Nessie00:31:04.367 = The Unsolved Yosemite Disappearance of Stacy Ann Arras00:40:08.116 = Ghosts To Sympathize With00:54:48.890 = The End of the Terrible Gennas01:07:15.606 = Clive's 30-Second Memory01:13:26.876 = Annie Le: A Life of Promise, A Death of Mystery01:18:59.045 = Show CloseSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…BOOK: “Poltergeist! A New Investigation Into Destructive Haunting” by John Fraser: https://amzn.to/3Lueplp“The Cage: Britain's Answer To The Amityville Horror” source: Marcus Lowth, UFO Insight: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3cpxwj5n“Crypotourism with Bigfoot and Nessie” source: Ronan O'Connell, National Geographic:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mrn42hny“The Unsolved Yosemite Disappearance of Stacy Ann Arras” source: Beth Elias, Unspeakable Crimes:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mpkynbus“Annie Le: A Life of Promise, A Death Of Mystery” source: The Scare Chamber: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yzvd4phd“Ghosts to Sympathize With” source: Erin McCann, Graveyard Shift: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/456p8t95“Clive's 30-Second Memory” source: Oddity Central: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bdeaj5m3“The End of the Terrible Gennas” by Troy Taylor: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8yd5cs (used with permission)=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: July 20, 2024EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/thecage/

Join Jordan, Pitt Girl, Commish, Canadian Correspondent Joey, and Big Sky Brigit, plus special guests John Fraser and Joel Gasson from 3 Down Nation, along with VP of Podcast Production Arthur. We review the 2024 season and then preview the upcoming CFL 2025 season! We break down all the rouges & singles, preview all the teams, make sure we yell REDBLACKS in all caps, tell you the proper pronunciation of Saskatchewan, praise the ROUGE KING Boris Bede, create a debate show called Canadian First Take, walk-off punts, paint a bleak picture for the Calgary Stampeders, but John could have jinxed them into success. Has Taylor Swift affected the Winnipeg Blue Bombers? Praise Mosaic Stadium, former Rough Riders and current Roughriders, plus 59-0 LSU SHREVEPORT, UTSA turns the Horns Upside Down in the Baseball Regionals, Appendix G mentioned, and much much more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Josh and Drusilla discuss Roman Polanski's Repulsion. From wiki: “Repulsion is a 1965 British psychological horror thriller film directed by Roman Polanski, and starring Catherine Deneuve.[2] Based on a story written by Polanski and Gérard Brach, the plot follows Carol, a withdrawn, disturbed young woman who, when left alone in the apartment she shares with her sister, is subject to a number of nightmarish experiences. The film focuses on the point of view of Carol and her vivid hallucinations and nightmares as she comes into contact with men and their desires for her. Ian Hendry, John Fraser, Patrick Wymark, and Yvonne Furneaux appear in supporting roles.”Also discussed: B.O., Hacks, Oslo August 31st, Joaquim Trier, A24 vs Neon, Mission: Impossible, Tim Robinson, The Watcher, the Four B Movement, and more. NEXT WEEK: The Ugly Stepsister (2025)  Bloodhaus:https://www.bloodhauspod.com/https://twitter.com/BloodhausPodhttps://www.instagram.com/bloodhauspod/ Drusilla Adeline:https://www.sisterhydedesign.com/https://letterboxd.com/sisterhyde/ Joshua Conkelhttps://www.joshuaconkel.com/https://bsky.app/profile/joshuaconkel.bsky.socialhttps://www.instagram.com/joshua_conkel/https://letterboxd.com/JoshuaConkel/  

John Fraser, Partner and Chairman of Global Structured Credit Strategies at Tikehau Capital, joins your host Brian Bejile, CEO of Octaura on The Ramp Up. John has accumulated a wealth of knowledge over his 30 years in the CLO industry. From his early days traveling the world to starting his own shop, John has had an incredible journey. In this episode, John talks about taking a step back from the business, and why he couldn't stay away for long.

Mon. Mar. 17th/25 Happy St. Patrick's Day! Join Me Tonight from 6:10pm-8pm EST as I welcome John Fraser LIVE. John Fraser is currently a member of the Spontaneous Cases Committee and the Council of the Society for Psychical Research. He was previously Vice Chair (Investigations) of The Ghost Club (founded in 1862) and joined the Association for the Scientific Study of Anomalous Phenomena in its founding year. He has written articles for the Fortean Times and other magazines. He has appeared on radio, television in the U.K., and television in Japan. Amongst his other related interests, he also helped publicise the Second World Dracula Congress in Romania and helped promote the specialised ‘Dracula' tourist market in this region. In 2015, he conducted in-depth research into the well-known and controversial poltergeist-style phenomena at ‘The Cage', a former jail in St Osyth Essex. His book, Poltergeist: A New Investigation into Destructive Haunting, was Published in 2020 (6th Books), with further book, Paranormal Perspectives - One Big Box of Paranormal Tricks? out November 1st 2024.

This week on the F.A.T.E. podcast I have paranormal investigator, and author John Fraser on the show. John has a new theory as to what the various paranormal phenomenon such as UFO's and poltergeists could be and his latest book called “Paranormal Perspectives - One Big Box of Paranormal Tricks?” puts an interesting twist on this age old question that has plagued humanity since the dawn of time. Could all this phenomenon boil down to just one paranormal power? Join me for this fascinating conversation. Amazon.com: One Big Box of 'Paranormal Tricks'?: From Ghosts to Poltergeists to the Theory of Just One Paranormal Power: 9781803415246: Fraser, John: Books#paranormal #alien #paranormalinvestigation #ghosts #UFO Please leave a RATING or REVIEW (on your podcast listening platform) or Subscribe to my YouTube Channel Follow me or subscribe to the F.A.T.E. podcast click here:https://linktr.ee/f.a.t.e.podcastIf you have a story of spiritual awakening that you would like to tell, email me at fromatheismtoenlightenment@gmail.com

I welcome back parapsychologist and author John Fraser as we discuss his latest book, One Big Paranormal Box Of Tricks. In the book, John reflects on the motivations for his involvement in paranormal research from an early age, less of a life story, the book is presented as a meditation on what the paranomal may mean for us. You can find the book here: A big thank you to John for joining me this week. Our Patreon is now live, if you want to support the show and get Ad-Free episodes, bonus content, early release of the regular show and monthly prizes for everyone who signs up! Join here now for the flat fee of $4 a month which is a bargain! You can also support the show by leaving a review to help spread the word. Don't forget, you can now show your support with our brand new Merchandise shop on Tee-Public! Click here for all the show merch! You can join us on Facebook and Instagram as well. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel! Email us at mysteriesandmonsters@gmail.com with any feedback, guest suggestions or if you'd like to appear.            All artwork by Dean Bestall and the show was produced by Brennan Storr of the Ghost Story Guys.  Our theme music is kindly provided by the amazing Weary Pines, you can find them here:    Intro - Zombies Ate My Shotgun       Outro - Into The Night        Mysteries and Monsters is a part of the Straight Up Strange Network.  #Paranormal #JohnFraser #Stocksbridge #Pontefract #BlackMonk #PeterUnderwood #harryPrice #ColinWilson #Doddlestone #TheVerticalPlane #ThePhilipExperiment #ESP #Medium #TheExorcist #Ouijaboard #Scotland #TheHighgateVampire #DavidFarrant #ReverendSeanManchester #Vampires

In this episode of Haunted History Chronicles, we're joined by John Fraser, an experienced investigator with the Society for Psychical Research and the Spontaneous Cases Committee. John discusses his fascinating work on locations like The Cage in Essex and shares his thoughts and details on a current active case. We'll also dive into his research and his latest book, exploring the captivating theory of a One Paranormal Force that could link various supernatural phenomena. Don't miss this in-depth look into the world of paranormal investigations and the mysteries that lie beyond! My Special Guest Is John Fraser  John Fraser is a council member of the Society for Psychical Research and former Vice Chair of the Ghost Club . He has written previous books on Ghost Hunting and on Poltergeists. He has also featured in many Magazines including the Fortean Times and Haunted, as well as appearing on British and Japanese TV. Though Fraser has in the past been mainly a ghost and poltergeist researcher he has also studied hypnotic regression and a wider range of the paranormal and folklore spectrum, including travelling to Transylvania numerous times. His experiences to date has led him to ask whether there are lots of paranormal powers or ‘One big box' of paranormal ‘tricks' presenting itself in different and sometimes amazing ways? In this episode, you will be able to:  1. Gain insight into John Fraser's research and his latest book, exploring the theory of a One Paranormal Force connecting various supernatural phenomena. 2. Understand the role of The Society for Psychical Research (SPR) and the Spontaneous Cases Committee (SCC) in investigating paranormal cases. 3. Explore investigations of famous haunted locations like The Cage, along with a look at a current active paranormal case. Link to the podcast interview mentioned in the episode: https://www.podpage.com/haunted-history-chronicles/spirits-among-us-a-familys-struggle-in-living-with-unexplained-phenomena/  If you value this podcast and want to enjoy more episodes please come and find us on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/Haunted_History_Chronicles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠to ⁠support the podcast, gain a wealth of additional exclusive podcasts, writing and other content. Links to all Haunted History Chronicles Social Media Pages, Published Materials and more:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/hauntedhistorychronicles?fbclid=IwAR15rJF2m9nJ0HTXm27HZ3QQ2Llz46E0UpdWv-zePVn9Oj9Q8rdYaZsR74I⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEW  Podcast Shop:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.teepublic.com/user/haunted-history-chronicles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy Me A Coffee⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhistorychronicles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Guest Links⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: https://x.com/GhostFraser  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/john.fraser.7399?locale=en_GB  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnghost999?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==  Book Links: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/author/B001HPR58M/about 

George Noory and paranormal investigator John Fraser discuss his encounters with spirits and poltergeists, his vampire investigations in Transylvania, and why people try to conjure ghosts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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On this week's “Tuesday Night Detectives” on Vintage Classic Radio, we begin with an episode of "The Falcon" titled “Unsilent Butler,” originally broadcast on March 11th, 1951. In this thrilling installment, private detective Michael Waring, known as The Falcon, finds himself entangled in a case involving a wealthy family and a mysteriously murdered butler. As Waring delves into the investigation, he uncovers a network of lies and hidden motives among the family members, each with their own secrets to protect. The episode takes listeners through a series of twists and turns, leading to a surprising revelation about the true identity of the killer. The cast features Les Damon as The Falcon, with supporting roles played by Jean Gillespie, Ann Williams, and Ken Lynch. Next, we present "Walk Softly, Peter Troy" with the episode “The Marauding Mademoiselles,” first aired on March 3rd, 1964. In this captivating adventure, private investigator Peter Troy is hired to protect a high-profile fashion show from a string of daring thefts attributed to a gang of female thieves known as the Marauding Mademoiselles. As Troy navigates the glamorous yet treacherous world of fashion, he must uncover the identities of the elusive criminals and prevent their next heist. With the help of his resourceful assistant, Julie, Troy races against time to solve the case before the thieves strike again. The episode features John Fraser as Peter Troy, with performances by Adrienne Corri as Julie and co-stars Kevin Brennan and Monica Grey. Tune in for a night of suspense and intrigue as we bring these classic detective stories to life.

IN THIS EPISODE: In the heart of England's St. Osyth village lies The Cage, an unassuming house with a chilling past as a jail for accused witches. When Vanessa Mitchell moved in, she unknowingly stepped into a nightmare of ghostly apparitions and terrifying events that forever altered her life. (The Cage: Britain's Answer To The Amityville Horror) *** Some ghosts just seem worth rooting for, no matter how they died or what they do. (Ghosts To Sympathize With) *** The Genna brothers of Chicago's Little Italy neighborhood were some of the most notorious bootleggers and gangsters in the city… until they weren't. (The End of the Terrible Gennas) *** In 1981, 14-year-old Stacey Ann Arras vanished without a trace inside Yosemite National Park, her disappearance remaining one of the park's most eerie and unsolved mysteries. (The Unsolved Yosemite Disappearance of Stacy Ann Arras) *** Annie Le, a brilliant Yale graduate student, vanished just days before her wedding in 2009. Her disappearance led to a shocking discovery that left everyone questioning who and why. (Annie Le: A Life of Promise, A Death of Mystery) *** Imagine waking up every 30 seconds, completely unaware of where you are or what just happened. This is the life of Clive Wearing, who is unable to construct new memories… at all. (Clive's 30-Second Memory) *** We'll look at how the growing cryptotourism industry offers a unique and interesting angle on exploring hidden corners of the globe, with searches for creatures like Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster among your travel choices. (Cryptotourism With Bigfoot and Nessie)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Title Story Teaser and Show Open00:04:27.817 = The Cage: Britain's Answer to the Amityville Horror00:23:11.260 = Cryptotourism With Bigfoot and Nessie00:32:43.345 = The Unsolved Yosemite Disappearance of Stacy Ann Arras00:42:59.452 = Ghosts To Sympathize With00:58:21.375 = The End of the Terrible Gennas01:10:58.174 = Clive's 30-Second Memory01:18:25.466 = Annie Le: A Life of Promise, A Death of Mystery01:24:12.956 = Show CloseSOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…BOOK: “Poltergeist! A New Investigation Into Destructive Haunting” by John Fraser: https://amzn.to/3Lueplp“The Cage: Britain's Answer To The Amityville Horror” source: Marcus Lowth, UFO Insight: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3cpxwj5n“Crypotourism with Bigfoot and Nessie” source: Ronan O'Connell, National Geographic:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mrn42hny“The Unsolved Yosemite Disappearance of Stacy Ann Arras” source: Beth Elias, Unspeakable Crimes:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mpkynbus“Annie Le: A Life of Promise, A Death Of Mystery” source: The Scare Chamber: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yzvd4phd“Ghosts to Sympathize With” source: Erin McCann, Graveyard Shift: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/456p8t95“Clive's 30-Second Memory” source: Oddity Central: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bdeaj5m3“The End of the Terrible Gennas” by Troy Taylor: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8yd5cs (used with permission)= = = = =(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness.= = = = =Originally aired: July 20, 2024CUSTOM LANDING PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/thecage/

Send us a Text Message.Video Version HEREA terrifying paranormal mystery unfolds in St. Osyth in Essex, which is home to what some have claimed, is the British equivalent of the Amityville Horror house. The Cage is a former witch prison, but when Vanessa Mitchell purchased the property in 2005, she encountered a horrific series of supernatural events. Are you ready to climb inside...THE CAGE? For more on this case, read John Fraser's book: Poltergeist! A New Investigation Into Destructive Haunting: Including 'The Cage - Witches Prison' St Osyth To view (or even purchase) this house, visit this link (it was for sale at time of writing): For more on Peter Laws check out:www.patreon.com/peterlawsor www.peterlaws.co.uk

This week Jake & Callan are joined by professional MMA fighter active in the Australian circuit - John-Martin Fraser. Originally from Wales, now residing and training on the Sunshine Coast. He has a professional record of 7-4-0, with a high finish rate of 84%, including six wins by knockout and one by decision​. The boys & John chat all things from his journey from his early days practicing traditional martial arts and boxing in the UK, to his transition into jiu-jitsu and MMA upon moving to Australia, the mental resilience needed to handle both the ups and setbacks. The priceless lessons John has learned throughout his career, and the impact of health and nutrition in the fight game. Enjoy the episode!To Support JohnIG | johnfraser92Merchandise 

Join Jordan, Commish, Pitt Girl, and Beth, along with our Canadian Correspondent Joey and special guest John Fraser from 3Down Nation. We preview everything about the CFL's Upcoming Season. We hit the floor running, dive into all nine Canadian Football teams and try to help YOU, the CFB Fan, find your CFL Team. Ti-Cats, Alouettes, REDBLACKS, Argos, Lions, Stampeders, Elks, Roughriders & Blue Bombers. We talk rouges, singles, onside punts, goalposts in the front of the end zone, corners missing from the end zone, wood cookies, the mascot Punter, a recipe for Cajun poutine, and so much more!! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go. 0:24 - Canada stands alone in still celebrating Queen Victoria's birthday. That's a fitting thing, even in our post-colonial times, by John Fraser 7:43 - How a group of terribly romantic artists became Canada's most famous painters, by Antony Anderson If you enjoy The Hub's podcasts consider subscribing to our weekly email newsletter featuring our best insights and analysis. Free. Cancel anytime. Sign up now at https://thehub.ca/free-member-sign-up/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tread Perilously's annual Doctor Who month concludes with Tom Baker's final story as The Doctor: "Logopolis." When The Doctor determines he must measure a real police box as part of a chameleon circuit fix, The Master springs a space-time trap on him. Meanwhile, newly hired air hostess Tegan Jovanka makes her way to Heathrow with her aunt Vanessa. Also, a mysterious Watcher observes as all paths lead to a motorway bypass some miles from the airport. Will Tegan find her way into the TARDIS? Will The Master get his revenge on The Doctor? And just who is the Watcher? All will be revealed. The moment has been prepared for, after all. Justin is affected by the funereal tone of the whole story. Nevertheless, he is pleased to see Mrs. J in her first adventure. Tom's somber performance is critiqued. His treatment of Matthew Waterhouse on set also gets a discussion. Erik reveals his dislike of Baker's final Doctor costume. Block Transfer Computation gets a lot of mileage despite not making a lot of sense. Writer Christopher H. Bidmead's obsession with entropy becomes a recurring theme. Guest star John Fraser proves to be an MVP and a wild Star Wars topic pops out of the weeds.

Monday's SportsCage with Brendan Mcguire and Dante De Caria, we've got a full slate of guests to talk with, including Dary Brotzel, John Fraser, Luc Mullinder, Mark O'Leary, Al Millar, and more!

Brendan McGuire hosts this edition of SportsCage. Joining us today is Paul McCallum, Glen Suitor, John Fraser, Steve Sombach and Scott McAulay.

Mushrooms are having more than a moment. But how far can fungi go? The hosts discuss the potential for “magic” and functional forms of the trendy ingredient. They also riff on a prediction that cannabis drinks could be “the most common weed consumption method in the next 5-10 years,” deride overly enthusiastic terms on LinkedIn and Instagram, and share their respective takes on snacking pasta and Ritz “White.”  We also feature an interview with Amy Racine, the beverage director for New York-based hospitality group JF Restaurants, about the evolution of on-premise drinking culture. Amy speaks on how current trends in wine and spirits influence beverage strategy, the impact of consumers becoming more educated and informed about higher quality adult beverages and why she compares growing demand for no and low-alcohol drinks to that of vegetarian food. Show notes: 0:43: Dr. Evil Craven. Jacqui Uses Eventbrite. Mike Is A Propaganda Hunter. Cannabis On Tap? Crunch Time – John was out of town, but his presence – and tweets – were felt. Jacqui gives a rundown of a not-so-secret magic mushrooms convention, Mike gets mad at the government (again!), and the hosts collectively wonder about the potential for mushroom and cannabis drinks poured next to beer. They also share their takes on adaptogen-infused energy drink and soda brands and sampled S'noods, a new “chef-driven, globally-inspired noodle snack.” 34:03: Interview: Amy Racine, Beverage Director, JF Restaurants –  Amy oversees the beverage selection at all JF Restaurants properties, which are helmed by Michelin-starred chef and restaurateur John Fraser. JF Restaurants operates several fine dining destinations in New York, Los Angeles and Tampa and recently opened an innovative food hall in Downtown Boston. Amy leads new cocktail development and curates wine lists as part of an overall focus to present unique and well-paired options for guests. Brands in this episode: Calexo, Magic Cactus, Wynk, Cann, Drippy, Poppi, Ritz, Melting Forest, Popadelics, Good Dirt, S'noods, Date Better, Brazi Bites, Nommii, Seedlip

Sutter's Fort and the California State Indian Museum tell the early story of the people of Sacramento, and both are located on the same block in Midtown Sacramento.John Fraser, Superintendent for the California State Parks Capital District, shares the history of the sites, and how the stories being told there have changed in recent years, as well as insight into what visitors will see and experience when they go to the museums.

RECOVERING POLITICIANS PANEL:  "SORRY" SAYS MINISTER CALANDRA TO DEVELOPERS IN AFTERMATH OF GREENBELT SCANDAL Jane Brown is filling in for Libby Znaimer today. She is joined by Lisa Raitt, former deputy leader of the Conservative Party of Canada, Cheri Di Novo, former Ontario NDP MPP an a recipient of the Order of Canada, and George Smitherman, former Liberal MPP for Toronto Centre. who served both as a deputy premier and minister of health. In the news: prominent Canadian women leaders including former Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne and our own panelists Lisa and Cheri have called upon the RCMP to help in the investigation of sexual violence against Israeli women perpetrated by Hamas terrorists during the atrocities of Oct. 7. Meanwhile, House of Commons Speaker Greg Fergus apologized for recording a tribute video to outgoing Ontario Liberal leader John Fraser. Fergus faces the possibility of resigning from the position which he took on a mere two months ago. If he does resign, he would become the speaker of the shortest period of time in the country's history. And, closer to home in Ontario, Municipal Affairs and Housing Minister Paul Calandra apologized to developers in the aftermath of the collapse of the Ford government's Greenbelt development plans. DO CANADIAN AIRLINES GET A FAILING GRADE FOR THEIR HANDLING OF PASSENGERS WITH DISABILITIES Jane Brown is now joined by Dr. Gabor Lukacs, President and founder of Air Passenger Rights and David Lepofsky, a lawyer, and disability advocate and Chair Accessibility4Ontarians with Disabilities Act Alliance. Does Air Canada and other Canadian airlines do a bad job when it comes to passengers with disabilities? An article published by the Toronto Star's editorial board is highlighting the problem. And, amid a series of troubling incidents, the airline said that it is implementing some measures to reduce barriers for customers with disabilities. But will this be enough? And, how can we hold the airlines and their executives accountable to make real reform happen? ARI GOLDKIND ON THE KENNETH LAW CASE Jane Brown is now joined by Ari Goldkind, a Toronto-based criminal defence lawyer. Kenneth Law, who is accused of selling poison, has been charged with 14 counts of second degree murder in multiple deaths in the province. Ari reacts to the latest.

Dec. 4, 2023 - House Speaker Greg Fergus is in hot water over a tribute video he made for outgoing interim Ontario Liberal leader John Fraser. The CBC's Karina Roman has the details. Plus, we ask Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Jonathan Wilkinson about his government's plan to cut Canada's methane emissions 75 per cent by 2030.

THE MEDICAL RECORD: TORONTO PUBLIC HEALTH LAUNCHES FLU/COVID-19 VACCINE CAMPAIGN 12-12:30 PM Libby Znaimer is joined by Dr. Alisa Naiman, Family Physician and Founder and Medical Director of The Medical Station in Toronto, Dr. Malcolm Moore, Medical Oncologist, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, and Dr. Jamie Spiegelman, Internal medicine and critical care physician at Humber River Hospital. Toronto Public Health has launched a flu/COVID-19 vaccine campaign and has a phased approach to the administration of vaccines with first priority in the rollout going to adults 65 and older, immunocompromised individuals among others. The campaign comes amid flu season. Meanwhile, the war in Israel has led to mounting casualties and deaths among innocent civilians. Our panel discusses trauma medicine and how it works during times of emergencies and also weighs in on Israel's robust medical services programs that are specialized in dealing with situations like this. So far, the death toll in Israel has reportedly reached 1,200 people. SEGMENT 2: NDP MPP JAMA FACING PARTY BACKLASH FOR HER OFFENSIVE COMMENTS ON ISRAEL 12:30-12:40 PM Libby Znaimer is joined by John Fraser, leader of the Ontario Liberal Party. Mr. Fraser is calling for the removal of NDP MPP Sarah Jama's from caucus after she made offensive comments about Israel in the wake of the war. Part of her statement on social media platform X reads:  "We must look to the solution to this endless cycle of death and destruction: end all occupation of Palestinian land and end apartheid.” MPP Jama has made numerous offensive and public remarks about Israel in the recent past which makes these statements all the more concerning. Meanwhile, NDP leader Marit Stiles says her party did not approve of Jama's remarks. SEGMENT 3 PERSONAL ACCOUNTS OF THE WAR IN ISRAEL FROM THOSE LIVING THERE 12:40-12:50 PM Libby Znaimer is joined by Aseel Gadban, a Druze Israeli who served in an IDF combat unit. We reach Aseel in Israel where he weighs in on his personal account of what has been happening in the country since the war began last Saturday. He tells us how he is managing and how this conflict has been impacting Israel's Druze community. We then hear another personal account, this time from Simcha Jacobovici on how the war has impacted his own family and loved ones. SEGMENT 4: SIMCHA JACABOVICI ON THE HORRORS OF HAMAS ATTACK 12:50-1 PM Libby is joined by Simcha Jacabovici who lives in Israel and gives a very personal account of how the war has impacted his family. Simcha is an Israeli-Canadian journalist and New York Times best-selling author and documentary filmmaker.

Marit Stiles, Ont. NDP Leader, John Fraser, interim Ont. Liberal Leader, David Dodge, former BoC governor, Brian Gallant, former N.B. premier, Lisa Raiit, former CPC deputy leader, Tom Mulcair, CTV News Political Commentator, Judy Trinh, CTV News

Your daily highlights of Toronto Today with Greg Brady, Sheba Siddiqui & Gord Rennie. On today's episode: 1 - The City of Toronto will update us on the City's long term financial plan. (0:15 - 7:52) 2 - Pierre Poilievre challenges reporter on her questioning. (7:58 - 15:43) 3 - Meredith Martin, TVO Union Chair. (15:48 - 24:01) 4 - John Fraser, Interim Provincial Liberal leader(24:06 - 30:09) 5 - Simon Lewsen - U of T professor/author. (30:15 - 38:04)

This week I am delighted to welcome author and investigator John Fraser as we discuss some of the cases he has investigated during his career as a member of the Society for Psychical Research, the Ghost Club and ASSAP. John discusses how he joined the Ghost Club via the legendary Peter Underwood, the work of both Colin Wilson and Tony Cornell along with some famous poltergeist cases and a couple you may not be aware of. A big thank you to John for joining me this week. The SPR can be found here: The Ghost Club are here: ASSAP can be found here: Our Patreon is now live, with bonus content, early release of the regular show, articles and monthly prizes for everyone who signs up! Join here now for the flat fee of $4 a month which is a bargain! Don't forget, you can now show your support with our Merchandise shop on Redbubble! Check it out here! You can join us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram as well. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel! Email us at mysteriesandmonsters@gmail.com with any feedback, guest suggestions or if you'd like to appear.    All artwork by Dean Bestall and the show was produced by Brennan Storr of the Ghost Story Guys.     Mysteries and Monsters is a part of the Straight Up Strange Network. #JohnFraser #Poltergeist #Haunted #Haunting #SPR #ASSAP #TheGhostClub #Paranormal #Supernatural #Gef #Enfield #TheCage #PeterUnderwood #ColinWilson #TonyCornell #HarryPrice #ElliottO'Donnell #PoltergeistANewInvestigationIntoDestructiveHaunting 

Welcome to this special episode of The Alabama Freshwater Fishing Report on the Best Fishing Reports Network. Brian is taking the Memorial Day Weekend off, so Joe Baya (Northwest Florida Fishing Report) and Butch Thierry (Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report) talk with special guest John Fraser of Simms Fishing as he gives us an insight on the essential specifications to consider when choosing a fishing waders and wading boots. John is an expert in this field and is here to answer all your questions and arm us with the knowledge to make the best decisions. He will take us through the different features to consider when choosing waders, how to size them properly, and the differences in materials that create differences in quality, longevity, and price. John will also discuss the best materials to use when fishing in freshwater and saltwater and which materials give the best waterproof breathability. Enjoy this show, and Brian will return with a regularly scheduled Alabama Freshwater Fishing Report. It's all brought to you whether it's good, bad, or ugly. Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen to podcasts, and don't forget to text the word “fishing” to (646) 495-9867 or click here to be added to our email list and we'll send you the new show each week! All Alabama Freshwater Fishing Report Email Subscribers receive an AFTCO FREE SUN PROTECTION MASK promo code for any purchase!    Sponsors Admiral Shellfish Fish Bites Texas Hunter Dixie Supply L&M Marine Mallard Bay Killerdock Test Calibration MB Ranch King Photonis Buck's Island Marine Alabama Marine Resources Division Hayabusa Southeastern Pond Management

Your daily highlights of Toronto Today with Greg Brady, Sheba Siddiqui & Gord Rennie. On today's episode: 1 - Greg looks at the lengthy wait for breast cancer surgery in Ottawa. (0:15 - 5:54) 2 - John Fraser, MP for Ottawa South and interim leader of the Ontario liberal party. (6:00 - 15:25) 3 - Greg & Sheba talk Ontario Place. (15:31 - 20:38) 4 - Alex Bozikovic, Globe and Mail architecture critic. (20:44- 27:02)

On today's episode of All in the Industry®, Shari Bayer is back at our Heritage Radio Network studio in Brooklyn with her guest Robert Simonson, who writes about cocktails, spirits, bars, and bartenders for The New York Times, and is the creator and author of the Substack newsletter, The Mix With Robert Simonson. Robert's books include The Old-Fashioned (2014), A Proper Drink (2016), and 3-Ingredient Cocktails (2017), among others. He was also a primary contributor to The Essential New York Times Book of Cocktails (2015 and 2022 editions), and won the 2019 Spirited Award for Best Cocktail and Spirits Writer. Robert's work, which has also appeared in Vinepair, Punch, Imbibe, Saveur, Bon Appetit, Food & Wine, New York magazine, Lucky Peach, and more, has been nominated for a total of 16 Spirited Awards and four IACP Awards. Today's show also features Shari's PR tip to get in the mix; Industry News Discussion about Michelin-starred Chef John Fraser's new "The Industry Table" program; plus, Shari's Solo Dining experience at Chef/Owner Niki Nakayama's n/naka, a two-Michelin star, global destination for modern kaiseki with a California twist in Los Angeles, CA. ** Check out Shari's new book, CHEFWISE – Life Lessons from Leading Chefs Around the World (Phaidon, Spring 2023), now available for pre-order at Phaidon.com, Amazon.com and wherever books are sold! #chefwisebook **Photo Courtesy of Robert Simonson and Shari Bayer.Listen at Heritage Radio Network; subscribe/rate/review our show at iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. Follow us @allindustry. Thanks for being a part of All in the Industry®. Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support All in the Industry by becoming a member!All in the Industry is Powered by Simplecast.

In this bonus clip from episode five, guests John Fraser and Zach Lyles explain the benefits of the MIRALON® process over the more familiar process of Steam Methane Reforming (SMR).

March 9, 2023: In this episode, guests John Fraser and Zach Lyles discuss what makes MIRALON® carbon structural materials so versatile. Thinner than a human hair and 25 times the specific strength of steel, learn how MIRALON® structural carbon products are not only expanding the boundaries of what's possible in the advanced materials space, but—through the manufacturing process itself—how it delivers a creative carbon capture strategy that simultaneously supports the production of clean, localized hydrogen.

Well, loyal listeners, we have got quite the amuse-bouche for you this week, one that is literally the top of the tops in the culinary circle - it's Top Chef Season 16 winner and Alabama's own Kelsey Barnard Clark here to share her wisdom and wit with Chef Pete. On this week's episode of The Raw Ingredients Podcast, we chew the fat with the famous fan favorite Chef Kelsey, the first Southerner to bring home that coveted TV title. From her start in high-end catering during her teenage years (including solo catering an entire wedding at the age of 15) and graduating from the Culinary Institute of America to working at some of New York City's marquis Michelin-star eateries like Cafe Boulud under Gavin Kaysen and Dovetail with John Fraser, her gastronomic grounding in Southern cuisine pairs perfectly with the classic French techniques she has learned along her journey to create nouveau food forms that never fail to please. She's currently the Queen of Cuisine in Dothan, Alabama, with her catering company, Kelsey Barnard Catering and restaurant KBC, nestled in the historic downtown area. With a book coming out soon and a new restaurant idea coming to fruition, we're lucky to have her get to chat here with Chef Pete, as the two discuss one of the keys to having a solid career and life: it's not about how you look to others, it's about doing the job and doing it right. So, "Bonjour" and "Hey, y'all," come listen in and load up on all the fixins in this week's Raw Ingredients Podcast.   https://chefkbc.com/about https://www.instagram.com/kelseybarnardclark/ https://www.eatkbc.com/

Mark Hancock, CUPE National President; Patrice Barnes, Parliamentary Assistant to the Ontario Education Minister; Chandra Pasma, Ontario NDP MPP; John Fraser, Interim Ontario Liberal Leader; Joy Malbon, CTV News; Richard Madan, CTV News; Tom Walters, CTV News; Robert Benzie, the Toronto Star; Fatima Syed, The Narwhal; Mitch Heimpel, Enterprise Canada; Adrian Dix, B.C. Health Minister; and Dr. Alika Lafontaine, Canadian Medical Association President

Chase Sinzer has been around…in a good way. He has worked with Union Sq Hospitality Group at Maialino, with John Fraser at Narcissa, David Chang at Momofuko Ko where he met now chef/partner Joshua Pinsky, and received 2 Michelin stars. Chase hit the west coast at Michael's in Santa Monica, and Caesar Ramirez's Chef's Table at Brooklyn Fare and did a little retail at Crush Wine, both in NYC. Chase Sinzer and Joshua Pinsky followed on a plan and fulfilled a dream opening Claud, a European restaurant and wine bar in the East Village, to overwhelming critical acclaim this past summer.  Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support The Grape Nation by becoming a member!The Grape Nation is Powered by Simplecast.

In its 155 year post-Confedration history Canada was "ruled" for nearly half that period by by Queen Elizabeth "the constitutional sovereign who never interfered in our politics and stayed apart from 'some of the worst of our self-inflicted bickering and internal feuding. As a plus, she spoke both our official languages better than most of our political leaders'" wrote John Fraser, founding president of the Institute for the Study of the Crown in Canada. We talk about the Monarchy/Crown and the role of Queen Elizabeth as Canada's sovereign/head of state. Guest: D. Michael Jackson. President. Institute for the Study of the Crown in Canada. Former Chief of Protocol for Saskatchewan (1980-2005). Recipient of the Sovereign's Medal for Volunteers (2021) for his role at the Institute. Author of The Crown and Canadian Federalism, Canada and the Crown, editor: The Canadian Kingdom and Royal Progress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Johnston, former governor general; Marcia MacMillan, CTV News; Robin Martin, Parliamentary Assistant to the Health Minister; France Gélinas, Ontario NDP Health Critic; John Fraser, Interim Ontario Liberal Leader; Richard Madan, CTV News; Stephanie Levitz, the Toronto Star; Ian Bailey, the Globe and Mail; Tasha Kheiriddin, Navigator Ltd., and Tom Mulcair, CTV News Political Analyst.

The big story in this country and around the world over the past few days: the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. The same year we marked her platinum Jubilee after 70 years on the thrown. A big loss, and she leaves large shoes to fill for her son; now King Charles III. What was it about the Queen that endeared her to so many people? Including those who weren't even her subjects? The stability of Queen Elizabeth's presence grounded Canada and the world. John Fraser. Executive chair of the National NewsMedia Council and the founding chair of the Institute for the Study of the Crown in Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Real Estate Development Xposed”“The stronger your network is, the stronger you are.” - Tracey TurnerWelcome to the EntrepreneurshipXposed Podcast with me, Beez (IG: @BusinessBuilderBeez) where I am Xposing the ins and outs of Entrepreneurship.....with a twist of Business Acquisitions!In today's episode, I am joined by Mr. Tracey Turner (@turnerdevelopmentllc) and Mr. John Fraser (@snakeyes4 | @processminded1). Tracey and John are partners in the Turner Development Company since 2016, where they purchase, fix, and flip real estate properties. Not only have they become experts at flipping homes, they have become full-fledged real estate developers who have mastered the art of cultivating relationships with large companies such as the D.C. Housing Authority, PetCo, and a D.C. Electric company. These relationships have made them much more effective in their industry and community. Tracey and John most recently acquired a 200 acre historic property in South Carolina which is being turned into a community center and subdivision, earning great equity and creating sustainable wealth. If you have an interest in real estate then this episode is for you! You're going to learn:How Tracey evolved from flipping properties to Real Estate DevelopmentOpportunities in Real Estate developmentCreating EquityPOP: Pros, Opportunities & Problems of Real Estate Development#TrillionDollarTable challengeBook recommendations Links and resources:Connect with Tracey TurnerInstagram: @turnerdevelopmentllcCompany: Turner DevelopmentWebsite: http://weepingwillows.com/              https://turnerdevelopmentllc.com/Emails:   info@weepingwilows.com              turner@turnerdevelopmentllc.comJohn FraserInstagram: @snakeyes4 | @processminded1Company: Process Minded Our partners The Business Builders Institute Business Builder BeezThanks for tuning in! For more LIFE CHANGING information like this, be sure to subscribe to EntrepreneurshipXposed on YouTube and all Podcast streaming platforms.Also, don't forget to follow on IG and FB: @entrepreneurshipxposed. See you on the next episode!#podcast #entrepreneurshipxposed #entrepreneurpodcast #realestatedevelopment #blackpodcast

It's been a weird summer: equities have rebounded and there's been some good news on inflation, but with rates still extremely high and a big LBO backlog the outlook for credit is unclear. How are portfolio managers and CLO issuers approaching this market? Bill Weisbrod dials up John Fraser, head of global structured credit at Tikehau Capital, for answers.

This week on the 3Down Green Cast, we must sadly admit that perhaps John was right. Joel Gasson and John Fraser talk about thrown shoes, the many many things wrong with the Rider offence, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Well, that was kind of fun.  This week on the 3Down Green Cast, Joel Gasson and John Fraser discuss the Riders' unexpectedly fun game against the Argos, how a couple of weird plays changed that game and whether Cody Fajardo should start this week against the Lions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is there anything to talk about this week? Joel Gasson and John Fraser are back to talk about the Riders' covid situation, the Duke Williams suspension, Cody Fajardo's knee, and Thursday Night Football. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Siobhan Morris, CTV News; Joel Harden, Ontario NDP MPP; John Fraser, Ontario Liberal MPP; Lisa LaFlamme, CTV News; Greg MacEachern, Proof Strategies; Adrienne Batra, The Toronto Sun; Anne McGrath, NDP National Director; Greg Weston, Earnscliffe Strategies; Mackenzie Gray, CTV News; Lesia Vasylenko, Ukrainian MP; Annie Bergeron-Oliver, CTV News; and Susan Delacourt, the Toronto Star.

Reese Oxner, The Texas Tribune; Omar Alghabra, Transport Minister; Paul Calandra, Ontario PC MPP Candidate; Marit Stiles, Ontario NDP MPP Candidate; John Fraser, Ontario Liberal MPP; Greg MacEachern, Proof Strategies; Laryssa Waler, GT & Co.; Cameron Holmstrom, Bluesky Strategy Group;  Greg Weston, Earnscliffe Strategies; Jeremie Charron, CTV News; Rachel Aiello, CTV News; and Susan Delacourt, the Toronto Star.  

Join us for a conversation with Frank Jaskulke and John Fraser, the CEO of Treatment.com. This is John's third healthcare company he's started, and shares some insights on how the startup scene has changed over the years. He also talks more about the AI architecture used by Treatment.com to help automate the diagnostic process for primary care doctors, and discusses what it's like to be a publicly-traded startup.

When he's not making movies, TV shows, podcasts, or performing in cabaret, Alan Cumming also finds time to write books.  He's published a novel, a memoir, a book on photography, and several children's books based on his beloved (and dearly departed) dogs, Honey and Leon. His latest book is called Baggage, and feels a lot like having Alan Cumming as your very favorite guest at a lively dinner party. Who wouldn't want that?  For those who've been hiding under a rock, it was his mesmerizing performance as the emcee in Cabaret that shot Cumming  to fame in the United States. He's had many notable roles since, from crowd pleasers like Spy Kids, to playing resident scene stealer Eli Gold, in the long running CBS courtroom drama The Good Wife. For this episode of Shelf Life he talks about Close Up, the memoir of an out gay Scottish actor, John Fraser, and After Leaving Mr. McKenzie, the 1931 novel by Jean Rhys.

There are few factual books written about poltergeist phenomena, though our senior co-host has written chapters in his own books on the subject. John's Fraser's "Poltergeist! A New Investigation Into Destructive Haunting " fills that void, advancing and updating Colin Wilson's work "Poltergeist!" written 38 years ago. In a fascinating discussion that ranged from poltergeists as talking animals to vampire cases, Paul & Ben compared their own poltergeist experiences with John's work.