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They didn't just claim contact — they said they were chosen… and the names of the Four Georges are now etched into UFO history like warning signals that many have chosen to ignore.Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateDISCLAIMER: 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: Four men named George claimed to speak for beings from beyond the stars — and their stories may be stranger, and more connected, than anyone dared to believe.CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Lead-In00:01:54.074 = Show Intro00:02:54.247 = Introducing The Four Georges00:14:32.413 = George Adamski: The Man Who Met A Venusian00:38:39.779 = George Hunt Williamson: The Archaeologist of the Unknown01:01:50.997 = George King: The Voice of Interplanetary Parliament01:16:28.280 = George Van Tassel: Time Travel, Immortality, a Large Dome, and a Giant Rock01:29:55.776 = Concluding Transmission01:32:42.146 = Show Outro, Verse, and Final Thought01:34:03.276 = BloopersRESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…Photo: George Adamski UFO: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/AdamskiUFOPhoto: George Adamski purported medal from the Pope: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/AdamskiMedalPhoto: George Van Tassel's Integratron: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/integratronPhoto: George Adamski and Orthon: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/AdamskiOrthonPhoto: George Van Tassel's Giant Rock: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/GiantRockConBook: “Pioneers of Space: A Trip To The Moon, Mars and Venus” by George Adamski: https://amzn.to/4ln0Tk3Book: “The Flying Saucers Have Landed” by George Adamski: https://amzn.to/3GdWPlWBook: “Inside The Space Ships” by George Adamski: https://amzn.to/3EdPvWWBook: “Flying Saucers Farewell” by George Adamski: https://amzn.to/3Eedt4uBook: “The Saucers Speak” by George Williamson: https://amzn.to/4lm1oLjBook: “Secret of the Andes” by George Williamson (as Brother Philip): https://amzn.to/3E0VM8BBook: “Other Tongues, Other Flesh” by George Williamson: https://amzn.to/3G116JFBook: “The Secrets of the Andes” by George Williamson: https://amzn.to/3G13u35Book: “Road In The Sky” by George Williamson: https://amzn.to/3XRRpmNBook: “Secret Places of the Lion” by George Williamson: https://amzn.to/4lnnU6yBook: “UFOs Confidential” by George Williamson and John McCoy: https://amzn.to/4i1MrLrBook: “I Rode a Flying Saucer” by George Van Tassel: https://amzn.to/4claJiaBook: “Into This World And Out Again” by George Van Tassel: https://amzn.to/3EaxqcuBook: “The Council of Seven Lights” by George Van Tassel: https://amzn.to/4czx9MT=====(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 ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: April 08, 2025EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/FourGeorges
Discover the latest in firearms and gear on this episode! Christensen Arms is now a member of SAAMI! Plus, we take a look at Winchester's innovative .21 Sharp cartridge—how it's designed, loaded, and what makes it special. Don't miss this deep dive into cutting-edge ammo technology!
Make money fast with this one weird trick. Glenn Fleishman discusses Friedrich Dürrenmatt’s play The Visit (1956). John McCoy with Glenn Fleishman.
Make money fast with this one weird trick. Glenn Fleishman discusses Friedrich Dürrenmatt’s play The Visit (1956). John McCoy with Glenn Fleishman.
And indeed there will be time to discuss this, the most mid-life white-guy crisis poem of all. Lisa Schmeiser discusses T.S. Eliot’s “The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock” (1915). John McCoy with Lisa Schmeiser.
And indeed there will be time to discuss this, the most mid-life white-guy crisis poem of all. Lisa Schmeiser discusses T.S. Eliot’s “The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock” (1915). John McCoy with Lisa Schmeiser.
I’ve heard it said by men of wide experience that podcasts used to be better in the old days. Kieran Healy discusses three short stories by Frank O’Connor: “First Confession,” “The Majesty of the Law,” and “Guests of the Nation.” John McCoy with Kieran Healy.
I’ve heard it said by men of wide experience that podcasts used to be better in the old days. Kieran Healy discusses three short stories by Frank O’Connor: “First Confession,” “The Majesty of the Law,” and “Guests of the Nation.” John McCoy with Kieran Healy.
Believe it or not, it's never been a better time to reinvent yourself than it is now.Sure, the job market looks bleak. Stories of downsizing nearly every day.But you can learn new skills, often for Free.John McCoy of John McCoy Writes tweeted a few weeks ago:"Friday reminder: you can just learn a skill for free off the internet and start selling your services and people will pay you. Nobody can stop you."Tips to learn new skillsUse LinkedIn Learning. You can often get it for free by using the library. Topeka/Shawnee County offer it for free. If you are veteran you can get LinkedIn Pro and LinkedIn Learning for Free.Get some training and a certificate, either through Grow Google, or take a class that guarantees you will pass the certificate at the end.Start small, work for a small company (or the State), and then leverage that experience in a couple of years to significantly increase your salary. Working in IT for a manufacturing company is how I started in IT.Build your experience portfolio by freelancing on Upwork.Facing Downsizing? Build Something for YourselfIn the second half of 2024, it seemed like downsizing was on the horizon (when you know, you know). Like Justin Welsh says: Build something for yourself.I got tired of the fear and expanded Grow Nut Trees, growing and selling more trees than ever before. I started Thriving Food Forest Design (see details below) and had my first really big customer.Check out the show notes on our website:Ep. 153 - It's Never Been Easier to Reinvent Yourself - with John McCoyGrow Nut Trees is now taking orders for Spring shipping or local pickup.Grow Nut Trees.comNEW for this year are more types of chestnuts, including Qing Chinese hybrid chestnuts. Qing (pronounced "Ching") is a Chinese chestnut Half-sib from a named tree that was open pollinated by other trees, including hybrids. The Qing tree is a heavy producer with sweet flavored extra large nuts. These seedlings were grown locally and are adapted to the Midwest.Grow Fodder Trees! New this year are cuttings for fodder trees - mulberry and hybrid willow. These are fast growing and the leaves are edible as forage for animals (my horses love them - maybe a little too much). Plus the mulberries can feed chickens if planted near a chicken run. And they are good for chop and drop. Get your mulberry and willow cuttings from Grow Nut Trees.
Forever is composed of podcasts. Caroline Fulford discusses selected poems by Emily Dickinson (c. 1860-65). John McCoy with Caroline Fulford and Marina McCoy.
Forever is composed of podcasts. Caroline Fulford discusses selected poems by Emily Dickinson (c. 1860-65). John McCoy with Caroline Fulford and Marina McCoy.
In this episode of Beyond the Donation, host Matt Bitzegaio chats with Becky Endicott and John McCoy from We Are For Good. They share their journey from university colleagues to founders of a media ecosystem centered around philanthropy and generosity. Becky and John discuss their unique approach to storytelling, community building, and the importance of shifting from transactional to relationship-focused fundraising. They also introduce their 'Impact Uprising' initiative, which aims to create local and global conversations about key issues. The episode delves into practical advice for nonprofit leaders, emphasizing donor engagement and the long game of building movements. Listeners are encouraged to get involved and learn how small actions can collectively make a significant impact.00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:22 The Journey of We Are For Good01:56 Challenges and Transformations03:57 Building a Community-Centric Approach 08:17 Impact Uprising and Its Growth16:02 Shifting from Transactional to Relational Fundraising 23:42 Advice for Nonprofit Leaders32:14 Closing Thoughts and Contact InformationTo Connect with We Are For Good:Website | We Are For Good LinkedIn | Jon LinkedIn | Becky LinkedInTo Connect with Beyond the Donation Podcast:BTD Podcast | DonorDock LinkedIn | Matt LinkedIn
Discover the latest in firearms and gear on this episode! We dive into Pyramex's PPM1 Earmuffs, Bushmaster's 50th-anniversary rifles, Volquartsen's Mini Scorpion in .22 LR, and POF-USA's lightweight .308. Plus, explore the innovative 1911-9 DS from Military Armament Corporation. Whether you're into comfort, precision, or cutting-edge designs, this episode has something for every enthusiast. Don't miss out—tune in for all the details!
Cigars are always trouble. Marina McCoy discusses Barbara Robinson’s The Best Christmas Pageant Ever (1972). John McCoy with Marina McCoy.
Cigars are always trouble. Marina McCoy discusses Barbara Robinson’s The Best Christmas Pageant Ever (1972). John McCoy with Marina McCoy.
Sometimes you want to go where everybody is a thread in the fabric of the human condition. Also they know your name. Phil Gonzales discusses William Saroyan’s The Time of Your Life (1939). John McCoy with Phil Gonzales.
Sometimes you want to go where everybody is a thread in the fabric of the human condition. Also they know your name. Phil Gonzales discusses William Saroyan’s The Time of Your Life (1939). John McCoy with Phil Gonzales.
Hey, things are tough. The McCoy Bros, Rob, John, and Dan, discuss the books that get them through. John McCoy with Rob McCoy and Dan McCoy.
Hey, things are tough. The McCoy Bros, Rob, John, and Dan, discuss the books that get them through. John McCoy with Rob McCoy and Dan McCoy.
Ross Cleaver returns to talk owls, plates, and Welsh mythology in Alan Garner’s The Owl Service (1967). John McCoy with Ross Cleaver.
Ross Cleaver returns to talk owls, plates, and Welsh mythology in Alan Garner’s The Owl Service (1967). John McCoy with Ross Cleaver.
In Today's episode, we explore the latest firearm releases making waves. Kimber unveils the all-metal CDS9 CCW 9mm, while Savage Arms modernizes takedown rifles with the REVEL CLASSIC and REVEL DLX. Barrett introduces the SSRS for military use, enhancing squad support. Faxon Firearms supports Hornady's .338 ARC with new barrels and uppers, and Browning updates its iconic Citori shotgun with the innovative 825 model.
This episode has many omissions, and contains much that is apocryphal, or at least wildly inaccurate. Jacob Haller tries to make sense of Douglas Adams’s The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy (1979). John McCoy with Jacob Haller.
This episode has many omissions, and contains much that is apocryphal, or at least wildly inaccurate. Jacob Haller tries to make sense of Douglas Adams’s The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy (1979). John McCoy with Jacob Haller.
In today's episode of Tactical Headlines, we dive into the latest firearm gear updates! Tyrant Designs boosts your Glock 43X and G48 capacity, Streamlight enhances its TLR tactical lights, and CZ USA is launching the competition-ready Shadow 2 SA pistol. Plus, Trijicon's VCOG 1-8x28 is now the USMC's go-to optic, and there's an awesome deal on Leupold's Mark 5HD optic with a free wind meter! Don't miss out!
What’s more cultivated and genteel than classical theater? David Loehr discusses Aristophanes’s Lysistrata (411 B.C.E.) John McCoy with David J. Loehr.
What’s more cultivated and genteel than classical theater? David Loehr discusses Aristophanes’s Lysistrata (411 B.C.E.) John McCoy with David J. Loehr.
Because twenty would be too few and twenty-two would be ridiculous. Shaenon K. Garrity discusses William Pène du Bois’s The Twenty-One Balloons (1947). John McCoy with Shaenon K. Garrity.
Because twenty would be too few and twenty-two would be ridiculous. Shaenon K. Garrity discusses William Pène du Bois’s The Twenty-One Balloons (1947). John McCoy with Shaenon K. Garrity.
In this episode, we review the Silencerco Scythe-TI Lightweight Hunting Suppressor, perfect for hunters. We also cover Hoist Hydration sponsoring the U.S. Army Best Ranger and Sniper Competitions. Check out KelTec's new KSG410 and R50, plus Rock River Arms' latest ARs. Finally, we discuss Grace Engineering's acquisition of Montana Rifle Company and what it means for precision rifles. Stay tuned for the latest industry updates, reviews, and more!
Discover the latest in firearms innovation! Silencer Shop offers exclusive B&T USA SRBS Suppressors with a free tax stamp, while Elite Tactical Systems introduces the Omega Glock19 magazine. Learn about the American Gunsmithing Institute's exciting partnership with the Civilian Marksmanship Program. Check out Falco Holsters' versatile rotating shoulder holster and get a first look at Real Avid's Master Bench Block Pro-Kit, the ultimate gunsmithing tool!
Rain Main meets Air Bud. Dan McCoy discusses stims and happy endings and Mark Haddon’s The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time (2003). John McCoy with Dan McCoy.
Rain Main meets Air Bud. Dan McCoy discusses stims and happy endings and Mark Haddon’s The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time (2003). John McCoy with Dan McCoy.
This is the way the world ends, not with a bang but with a bunch of monks sitting around copying stuff. Jelani Sims returns to discuss Walter M. Miller Jr.’s A Canticle for Leibowitz (1959). John McCoy with Jelani Sims.
This is the way the world ends, not with a bang but with a bunch of monks sitting around copying stuff. Jelani Sims returns to discuss Walter M. Miller Jr.’s A Canticle for Leibowitz (1959). John McCoy with Jelani Sims.
In this episode, we dive into the latest advancements in optics and tactical gear! Explore ZeroTech Optics' new 5-30×56 Trace Advanced Scopes, FN EVOLYS' ergonomic upgrades based on user feedback, and the fun Safariland Limited Edition Chocolate Chip 6000 Holsters. Plus, discover Wilcox's Micro Range Finder for German Special Forces and Vortex Optics' new Viper HD Scopes. Stay tuned for an in-depth look at these innovative products and their potential impact on the field!
Stick some stamps on the top of our heads. Deborah Stanish discusses Eudora Welty’s “Why I Live at the P.O.” (1941) John McCoy with Deborah Stanish.
Stick some stamps on the top of our heads. Deborah Stanish discusses Eudora Welty’s “Why I Live at the P.O.” (1941) John McCoy with Deborah Stanish.
The most important reason for going from one place to another is to see what’s in between. Moisés Chiullán discusses Norton Juster’s The Phantom Tollbooth (1961). [We’ve re-issued this episode to correct an audio problem.] John McCoy with Moisés Chiullán.
The most important reason for going from one place to another is to see what’s in between. Moisés Chiullán discusses Norton Juster’s The Phantom Tollbooth (1961). John McCoy with Moisés Chiullán.
The most important reason for going from one place to another is to see what’s in between. Moisés Chiullán discusses Norton Juster’s The Phantom Tollbooth (1961). [We’ve re-issued this episode to correct an audio problem.] John McCoy with Moisés Chiullán.
Podcasters: What Do They Know? Do They Know Things?? Let’s Find Out! Jason Snell talks about marine life in J.D. Salinger’s “A Perfect Day for Bananafish” (1948). John McCoy with Jason Snell.
Podcasters: What Do They Know? Do They Know Things?? Let’s Find Out! Jason Snell talks about marine life in J.D. Salinger’s “A Perfect Day for Bananafish” (1948). John McCoy with Jason Snell.
Get locked and loaded with this week's headlines! Wade Saklsky and John McCoy dive into the latest firearms reviews, including the ergonomic and budget-friendly Walther PPQ 22 M2 Pistol. Discover the new Ruger Marlin Models, featuring the sleek Dark 336 in .30-30 and the powerful SBL 1894 in .44. Plus, explore Girsan's daring showcase at IWA and Celik Arms' innovative Hi-Power Clone, the FP-14. Don't miss the all-black elegance of the new Springfield Armory Emissary 1911 Variants!
Lions and tigers and bea— you know what, just lions. Jordan Morris is here to discuss Ray Bradbury’s story “the Veldt” (1950). John McCoy with Jordan Morris.
Lions and tigers and bea— you know what, just lions. Jordan Morris is here to discuss Ray Bradbury’s story “the Veldt” (1950). John McCoy with Jordan Morris.
Get ready for an action-packed episode of Headlines! Wade Saklsky and John McCoy bring you the latest buzz in firearms, starting with the mind-boggling "OneShot" mystery. They break down the Tisas PX-9 Carry, unveil Sabatti's 2024 product catalog of art pieces, and give you an exclusive review of the Premier Body Armor's affordable Fortis Ballistic Helmet. Plus, don't miss the scoop on the Gunsite Service Pistol (GSP) 1911. Lock and load for an adrenaline-pumping update you won't want to miss!
The Podcast! The Podcast! John Holt discusses the ill-fated cruise that is Joseph Conrad’s novelette Heart of Darkness (1899). John McCoy with John Holt.
The Podcast! The Podcast! John Holt discusses the ill-fated cruise that is Joseph Conrad’s novelette Heart of Darkness (1899). John McCoy with John Holt.
Though his mind is not for rent, it still is the subject of this episode. Jacob Haller discusses Mark Twain’s Tom Sawyer (1876). John McCoy with Jacob Haller.