Best Curt Collins Podcasts (2024)

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June 30, 2024 — Chris Rutkowski with Curt Collins 1:50:01

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Veteran UFO researcher/scientist Chris Rutkowski returns to talk with Gene and guest cohost Curt Collins about the state of the field. Among the topics discussed: the pop culture influences from such cases as Roswell, that surprising Harvard study about the possibilities of Earth-based UFOs, such as cryptoterrestrials. That's a theory originally su…

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Classic Episode: March 5, 2017 — Women’s Roundtable: Erica Lukes, Chase Kloetzke & Kathleen Marden 1:57:48

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Gene and Chris present a special women's roundtable featuring Erica Lukes, Chase Kloetzke and Kathleen Marden. What obstacles have the women of Ufology faced in breaking the glass ceiling, and being taken seriously, and how about some of the great achievements of women in the field? Erica Lukes is currently researching historical and current sighti…

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Classic Episode: May 9, 2006 — Alien Implant Investigator Dr. Roger Leir 1:25:29

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In this classic episode, Gene Steinberg and David Biedny welcome podiatric physician Dr. Roger Leir, who talked about his work in investigating UFOs. Dr. Leir said that he has actually removed alleged alien implants from abductees and had many outspoken views on the subject. Dr. Leir died on March 14, 2014 with much of his research still unresolved…

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Classic Episode: May 13, 2018 — We Remember Brad Steiger featuring Jerome Clark and Kevin D. Randle with Don Ecker 1:57:42

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Gene and very special guest cohost Don Ecker observed the May 6, 2018 passing of prolific author Brad Steiger, at the age of 82. They were joined by two author/researchers who knew Steiger well: Jerome Clark and Kevin D. Randle. The discussion began with guests remembering their first meetings and ongoing association with Steiger, and segued into t…

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Abe Wine Part 2 22:14

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Stacey continues his conversation with Abe Wine, owner of SHOPRAT METAL WORKS and co-host of History Channel’s TRUCK NIGHT IN AMERICA. They discuss Abe returning to home help out with the family shop, the dire need for quality mechanics, the importance of learning mechanical skills (especially welding), Abe’s ongoing 1954 FORD F-500 Y-Block project…

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Classic Episode: April 24, 2016 — MIB Roundtable with Nick Redfern & Greg Bishop 1:58:12

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In this very special episode, Gene and Chris observed the passing of Albert K. Bender, who died on March 29, 2016. Once a UFO researcher, Bender was instrumental in establishing the legend of the Men In Black in the early 1950s, a topic that has infused our popular culture and resulted in three blockbuster sci-fi films starring Will Smith and Tommy…

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After The Paracast Sampler: May 14, 2017 — Monte Shriver Exposes Aztec UFO 37:02

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After The Paracast is an exclusive bonus feature of our subscription service, The Paracast+, which includes ad-free versions of this show and The Paracast. This episode is offered as a sample of what's available to paid subscribers; the shows members download have no ads. To learn more and to subscribe, please visit: https://www.theparacast.plus — …

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June 23, 2024 — UFO Investigator Charles Lear 1:50:01

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Gene and cohost Tim Swartz present a return appearance from Charles Lear, author of “Crashed Saucers and Malevolent Aliens: The Emergence of the Popular Modern UFO Mythos in the Late 20th Century.” The book focuses on those responsible for — or guilty of — creating and perpetuating key events involving flying saucer lore, such as the Aztec, NM and …

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Classic Episode: March 18, 2018 — Reputed Disinformation Agent Rick Doty 1:57:47

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Gene, Chris and guest cohost J. Randall Murphy present an exclusive interview with former Air Force intelligence agent Rick Doty, long regarded as one of the more controversial figures in UFO research. What about the claims that he was a government disinformation agent, that he may have been responsible for forging such documents as MJ-12? What abo…

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Classic Episode: November 25, 2012 — Jim Moseley Remembered with Tim Beckley, Jerome Clark, T. Allen Greenfield, Geneva Hagen & Bob Zanotti 1:57:59

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Jim Moseley once boasted he'd be here "til the last cup and saucer," and perhaps he came closer than we expected. In this classic episode, Gene and cohost Chris O'Brien remembered Jim, the UFO field's court jester and editor of "Saucer Smear," who died on November 16. 2012. His close friends joined us with their anecdotes about Jim's amazing life, …

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Classic Episode: September 2, 2018 — Calvin Parker 1:57:47

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Now with better audio and fewer ads: On the evening of October 11, 1973, co-workers 42-year-old Charles Hickson and 19-year-old Calvin Parker told the Jackson County, Mississippi Sheriff's office they were fishing off a pier on the west bank of the Pascagoula River in Mississippi when they heard a whirring/whizzing sound, and saw two flashing blue …

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June 16, 2024 — B-Movie Guru Brian Walker 1:50:01

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Now with better audio and fewer ads: Return with us now to those thrilling days of yesteryear as Gene and cohost Tim Swartz welcome back Brian Walker, the creator and webmaster of Brian’s Drive-In Theater, where he’s been keeping memories of drive-in films and their stars alive since February 1, 1998. On the agenda: low budget (B-movie) fare, parti…

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Abe Wine from Shoprat Metal Works & Truck Night in America 21:32

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Stacey sits down with ABE WINE, owner of SHOPRAT METAL WORKS and co-host of History Channel’s TRUCK NIGHT IN AMERICA. Abe talks about growing up in rural Virginia, the important influence of his uncle & granddad had on his childhood, and the strange & winding road that led him to being on television.…

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Classic Episode: July 8, 2007 — Stanton T. Friedman and Kathleen Marden 1:54:14

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Now with better audio and fewer ads: The late Stanton T. Friedman was world famous as a lecturer on the subject of UFOs. In this episode, he appeared with Kathleen Marden, both co-authors of “Captured!: The Betty and Barney Hill UFO Experience.” Ms. Marden is Betty Hill’s niece and has amassed a huge collection of documents about her aunt’s life an…

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Classic Episode: July 28, 2013 — The Great Aztec Debate with Scott Ramsey and Kevin D. Randle 2:01:59

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Now with better audio and fewer ads: Gene and Chris present "The Great Aztec Debate," featuring Scott Ramsey, co-author of "The Aztec Incident: Recovery at Hart Canyon" and long-time UFO researcher Kevin D. Randle. During this debate, Ramsey will argue in favor of reports of a UFO crash in Aztec, NM in March 1948. Randle is a long-time skeptic of t…

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June 9, 2024 — Author/Medium Gerald O'Hara 1:50:01

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Now with better audio and fewer ads: Gene and cohost Tim Swartz explore the histories of mediums and spiritualism, including notable events, with Gerald O’Hara. At age 12, he bought a copy of Alan Bullock’s “A Study in Tyranny” and was intrigued by the biographical process and discovered that writers have different perspectives on the same topic. T…

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Classic Episode: November 1, 2009 — Mac Tonnies Remembered with Greg Bishop, Patrick Huyghe, Paul Kimball and Nick Redfern 2:01:01

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Now with better audio and fewer ads: In this vintage episode of The Paracast from 2009, Gene and David remembered the late Mac Tonnies, author, futurist and Fortean, with a special tribute episode featuring his close friends and colleagues, including such research notables as Greg Bishop, Patrick Huyghe, Paul Kimball and Nick Redfern. In his brief …

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Classic Episode: February 28, 2016 — 10th Anniversary Episode with Greg Bishop, Paul Kimball and Goggs Mackay 1:58:12

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Now with better audio and fewer ads: We observe ten years of The Paracast with a special roundtable featuring two of our guest co-hosts over the years, Greg Bishop, of “Radio Misterioso,” film producer Paul Kimball, and long-time forum participant and moderator Goggs Mackay. We talk about the state of paranormal research, how our views have changed…

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June 2, 2024 — Tillie Treadwell 1:50:01

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Now with better audio and fewer ads: Gene and cohost Tim Swartz introduce Tillie Treadwell, a modern day author and paranormal scholar. In her own words, she is a conscious experiencer of phenomena, having had what she fully believes to be personal, true encounters with The Mandela Effect, odd glitches in time, both main topics for this episode, pl…

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Talking Music and Cars with Derek Bieri from Vice Grip Garage! 24:03

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Part two of Stacey’s interview with Derek Bieri from Vice Grip Garage. Stacey and Derek dig into their other great passions - guitar playing and music. They discuss the role music plays in car culture, their favorite guitars & guitar players, Stacey’s time as a session musician in Nashville, A.I.’s effect on the industry, and the importance of fami…

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May 26, 2024 — Kevin D. Randle 1:50:01

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Now with better audio and fewer ads: Gene and cohost Tim Swartz present the return of Kevin D. Randle, who is seen as one of the preeminent experts not only on the UFO phenomena in general, but also with the reported UFO crash near Roswell, New Mexico in July 1947. In this episode, he will discuss such topics as the ongoing research into the Roswel…

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Classic Episode: August 2, 2009 — Richard Hall Remembered with Jerome Clark, Don Ecker, Paul Kimball, Dr. Bruce Maccabee and Kevin D. Randle 2:02:01

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Now with better audio and fewer ads: In this vintage episode, Gene and original cohost David Biedny put together a memorial for noted UFO researcher Richard H. Hall, who died in 2009. His major works included "The UFO Evidence," originally published when he was Assistant Director of Major Donald Keyhoe's NICAP in the 1960s. Featured guests included…

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May 19, 2024 — Paul Begg and Brian Young 1:50:01

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Now with better audio and fewer ads: Gene and cohost Tim Swartz explore the legends and myths one of the most infamous serial killers of them all, Jack the Ripper. Along for the ride is Paul Begg, who has also written highly acclaimed books about mysterious disappearances, the Mary Celeste, a history of the C.I.D. at Scotland Yard, and several book…

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Derek Bieri from Vice Grip Garage! 29:30

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This episode begins with part one of Stacey’s interview Derek Bieri from Vice Grip Garage. They discuss Derek’s youth growing up on a farm in Minnesota & Wisconsin and how that led to his automotive passion, the early days of his shop and the creation of his wildly popular YouTube Channel. Then it’s into the mailbag where Stacey answers some listen…

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Classic Episode: July 12, 2009 — John Keel Remembered with Tim Beckley, Jerome Clark, Loren Coleman, Jim Moseley, Brad Steiger and Curt Suth 3:00:01

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Now with better audio and fewer ads: Shortly after his death, we presented a special three-hour tribute to the late Fortean author, John Keel, author of "The Mothman Prophecies" and other books. Over the years, he offered an original, sometimes offbeat, view of the strange and the unknown. Gene and cohost David Biedny presented an all-star guest li…

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May 12, 2024 — Gareth Rees 1:50:01

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Now with better audio and fewer ads: Take a trip through modern folklore, strange experiences and the legends and myths of advanced ancient civilizations with special guest Gareth Rees. Speaking with Gene and cohost Tim Swartz, you’ll discover how modern myths and folklore of place have always driven Gareth’s writing and he has contributed weird fi…

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Classic Episode: February 28, 2006 — PREMIERE EPISODE! Jim Moseley and Brad Steiger 1:30:07

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Now with better audio and fewer ads: This is the original, premiere episode of The Paracast, with Gene Steinberg and David Biedny, where we explored the personality side of the world of UFOs with Jim Moseley, editor/publisher of Saucer Smear and prolific UFO and paranormal author Brad Steiger. Sadly David, Jim and Brad are no longer with us. This e…

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May 5, 2024 — Kurt Konecny with Tim Swartz 1:51:31

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Now with better audio and fewer ads: This episode features better audio and fewer ads: Gene and cohost Tim Swartz present Kurt Konecny, one of the co-hosts of the podcast “The Strange Sessions.” In the podcast, Kurt and his friend and fellow ghosthunter Krista look into stories of the strange, whether it’s poltergeists, alien abduction, time travel…

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Jeremy Stoermer from Holley 26:50

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Jeremy Stoermer from Holley Performance Products is in the shop today. He and Stacey talk about what Holley has going on for the year, upcoming shows & events, plus some good ole fashioned Mopar chat.

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April 28, 2024 — Philip Kinsella with Tim Swartz 1:59:39

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This episode features better audio and fewer ads: Gene and cohost Tim Swartz present a return visit from Philip Kinsella, author of several UFO and spiritual books who has written countless articles surrounding UFOs, consciousness and the afterlife. He began his investigations after an alien abduction he’d experienced back in the winter of 1989 and…

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April 21, 2024 — Paul Schatzkin with Tim Swartz 1:57:48

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This episode features better audio and fewer ads: Gene and cohost Tim Swartz introduce Paul Schatzkin, a biographer of obscure 20th century scientists. He has been described variously as a visionary, gadfly, serial entrepreneur, Internet pioneer, staunch McLuhanist, author, occasional bomb-thrower, guitarist and songwriter. His two books are: “The …

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Andrew Collins - Executive Editor at The Drive 35:15

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Andrew Collins, executive editor of THEDRIVE.COM calls in to talk with Stacey about what THE DRIVE is all about, his early days getting into all things automotive - including his time as an off-road guide in Australia, his thoughts on the new Ford Ranger Raptor, renewable energy and dream projects.

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April 14, 2024 — Dr. Thomas F. Lawson with Tim Swartz 1:57:48

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This episode features better audio and fewer ads: Gene and cohost Tim Swartz present the all-encompassing views of Dr. Thomas F. Lawson, a psychologist and original thinker who has done extensive research into the ontology and history of super ancient Egypt and how all of its structures/temples/pyramids are part of a “Messianic/Mashiach Plan,” now …

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April 7, 2024 — Dr. Simon Young with Tim Swartz 1:57:48

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This episode features better audio and fewer ads: Gene and cohost Tim Swartz present Dr. Simon Young, a British folklore historian based in Italy. He has written extensively on the nineteenth-century supernatural. His book Magical Folk: British & Irish Fairies, came out in 2017.The Boggart (from Exeter University Press) and The Nail in the Skull an…

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March 31, 2024 — Linda C. Powell with Tim Swartz 1:58:17

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This episode features better audio and fewer ads: Gene and cohost Tim Swartz remember one of the key figures of the early UFO field, as we interview Linda C. Powell, news editor for The Anomalist. She is the author of “Against the Odds: Major Donald E. Keyhoe and His Battle to End UFO Secrecy: A Biography.” In UFO lore, one man is largely responsib…