Best Paralysis Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 56: Discover Adaptive Pickleball with Taylor Nichols 34:40

22m ago34:40

34:40

Taylor Nichols, a former professional motocross athlete from Texas injured 7 years ago, went on to discover pickleball post-injury. A sport offering both physical and social benefits, he quickly fell in love and was hired by Chicken & Pickle, a national pickleball chain in Texas, Arizona, Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma that offers free use of two s…

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Dream Loops and Lucid Dreams: The Reality of Sleep Paralysis 33:54

2M ago33:54

33:54

Pinky shares her personal experiences, including her struggles with waking up from deep sleep and the terrifying feeling of being trapped in her own body. The discussion covers dream loops, lucid dreaming, and the profound connection between consciousness and sleep. The conversation also explores the spiritual and psychological aspects of sleep par…

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Sleep Paralysis & Out-of-Body Experiences: Exploring Consciousness Beyond the Physical Realm 28:12

4M ago28:12

28:12

In this episode of Sleep Paralysis News, the hosts speak to Josh, who shares his lifelong experiences with sleep paralysis, starting from age 10. He recounts his initial terrifying episode, describing a suffocating weight and the inability to move or call for help. Over the years, Josh experienced around a dozen episodes, some accompanied by vivid …

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05 - Aussi frais qu'un bon thé glacé 2:10:43

4M ago2:10:43

2:10:43

5ème et nouvel épisode d'Analysis Paralysis qui débarque en plein été. Les chroniques que vous y trouverez : "Spiel des Jahres, qui es-tu ?" par Gautier (@golgaut13) "L'enfer c'est les autres, ou l'interaction" par Polgara (@pol_gara) (source : article de mai 2017 sur le site de Xavier Lardy - https://www.xavierlardy.fr/2017/05/elements-jeux-intera…

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Episode 55: Wheelchair Travel Pioneer Ashley Lyn Olson 34:28

4M ago34:28

34:28

While the web is full of accessible travel sites today, that wasn't the case in 2006 when Ashley Lyn Olson started her now infamous wheelchair travel site, Wheelchairtraveling.com. Her site is chock full of indispensable accessible travel info from her worldwide travels and her contributors. After becoming paralyzed at 14, travel was Ashley's vesse…

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04 - Analyse à chaud 1:47:51

6M ago1:47:51

1:47:51

Le 4e épisode d'Analysis Paralysis est disponible. Les chroniques que vous y trouverez : "Jeu de société, affaire sensuelle" par @penelope_gaming "Jeu Thème" par Gautier (@golgaut13) "Asymétrique moi le plateau" par Zephiriel (@Zephiriel) "Root, un cours d'économie politique ?" par Polgara (@pol_gara) Des chroniques autour du jeu de société entreco…

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Nightly Visits to Other Worlds: The Unexpected Side of Sleep Paralysis 14:01

6M ago14:01

14:01

Dive into the unexpected and mysterious world of sleep paralysis with our latest podcast video. This gripping episode delves into one person's journey through the terror of being paralysed and haunted by shadowy figures, to life-altering spiritual encounters, including a poignant visitation from his late father. Through his story, we discover how t…

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The Mysteries of Sleep Paralysis and Psychic Connections 42:11

7M ago42:11

42:11

In this episode of "Sleep Paralysis News," Raphael shares his lifelong struggle with sleep paralysis, beginning from the tender age of five. Through vivid descriptions, he recounts the intense and frequent episodes that have profoundly impacted his life. As Raphael and the host delve deeper, they explore both the psychological toll and the potentia…

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This Sleep Paralysis Story was Terrifying For All of Us 27:03

7M ago27:03

27:03

David's story was filled with unexpected twists and turns that took place before and during the recording. From lights going on and off on their own, to losing internet connectivity and microphone sound, we were all surprised and couldn't believe the events, one after another, that took place to stop the recording. We decided to continue in the dar…

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Episode 54: NYC Real Estate Broker, Author & SCI Peer Mentor - Jeffery Lorenzo Williams 32:27

8M ago32:27

32:27

Meet Jeffrey Lorenzo Williams, a New York City real estate broker from Harlem who's been injured since he was a teenager in the early 1980s from an accidental shooting. His injury however was simply a catalyst for an amazing life that he shared with us in this uplifting episode. After getting a degree in Criminal Justice, he went on to become a rea…

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Overcoming Sleep Paralysis with Faith and Prayer 9:52

8M ago9:52

9:52

Years ago, Greg faced sleep paralysis, feeling an unseen presence immobilise him. Despite awareness, he couldn't move, likening it to being physically restrained. Seeking solace, he turned to prayer, crediting his faith for overcoming this ordeal and regaining control. This marked a turning point; since embracing prayer, Greg hasn't encountered sle…

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Episode 43 - What Would You Do If You Had No Fear? by Diane Conway (2004) 11:02

9M ago11:02

11:02

In the book What Would You Do If You Had No Fear? Living Your Dreams While Quakin’ in Your Boots by Diane Conway published in 2004, the author asks a variety of people the simple question "What would you do if you had no fear?" A woman named Janet responded by saying "Yes" when offered the opportunity to sail to the Caribbean and later to the South…

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03 - Si vous vouliez parler de jeux vidéo fallait faire un podcast de jeux vidéo 2:06:58

9M ago2:06:58

2:06:58

Le 3ème épisode de Analysis Paralysis est disponible. Les chroniques que vous y trouverez : "Brenda et Hannah" par Polgara (@pol_gara) "Le dessous des cartes" par Gautier (@golgaut13) "Rejoue moi le plateau" par Zephiriel (@Zephiriel) (Penelope avait une chronique mais n'a pas pu se joindre à nous, elle l'a gardée au chaud pour le prochain épisode)…

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How Fear Feeds Sleep Paralysis - A True Story Revealed 10:34

9M ago10:34

10:34

In this episode of Sleep Paralysis News, we delve into Rachel's chilling encounters with shadow figures during sleep paralysis. Battling fear and seeking solutions, she shares her relentless fight against this terrifying phenomenon. Join us as we explore the blurred lines between the neurological and the paranormal in sleep paralysis * Do you exper…

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Unlocking the Shadows: Sleep Paralysis | A Deep Dive with a Survivor 12:33

10M ago12:33

12:33

In a compelling episode of "Sleep Paralysis News," the podcast delves into the personal struggle of a 21-year-old who has faced the terrifying phenomenon of sleep paralysis since her adolescence. She shares her intimate experiences with the condition, which began around the ages of 12 or 13, describing how she would awaken in the early hours, unabl…

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Episode 42 - Double Lives by David Heenan (2002) 10:54

10M ago10:54

10:54

In the 2002 book Double Lives: Crafting Your Life of Work and Passion for Untold Success, David Heenan describes 10 extraordinary individuals who led "double lives". Having lived in Hawaii for many years, the author included two guys who also lived in Hawaii and excelled in both business and art. The author includes 20 keys to living a "double life…

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Sleep Paralysis, Medication and the Paranormal 27:44

10M ago27:44

27:44

In this intriguing episode, Stella shares her journey with sleep paralysis, beginning in childhood with altered perceptions and intensifying after taking sleep medication. Her experiences, marked by a heavy, unseen presence and harsh breathing, link sleep paralysis with psychological depth and potential paranormal aspects. Stella's encounters raise…

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Episode 53: Paul LaCorte - Single Dad & Lead Singer of Honkydonky & Heartbreaker 37:49

10M ago37:49

37:49

Paralyzed for nearly 20 years, Paul LaCorte, a 38 year old paraplegic originally from California now living in Montana, shares his journey since his injury at 18 years old. From pivoting employment goals from auto mechanics to mass communications to teaching himself how to play the guitar post-injury as a form of therapy, Paul is living his life on…

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Episode 41 - Partners in Pleasure: Sharing Success, Creating Joy, Fulfilling Dreams - Together by Paul Pearsall (2001) 12:43

11M ago12:43

12:43

Partners in Pleasure: Sharing Success, Creating Joy, Fulfilling Dreams - Together is a book written by Paul Pearsall in 2001. Using life lessons gathered from ancient Polynesian and Hawaiian cultures, Dr. Pearsall suggests that being on "Hawaiian time" or experiencing "Polynesian Paralysis" can give you a new perspective on life and help you unders…

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02 - Retour en analyse 2:08:17

11M ago2:08:17

2:08:17

Analysis Paralysis est de retour pour un 2ème épisode. Derrière les micros toujours la même équipe : Polgara (pol_gara) nous parle du système de JDR appelé BoB. Penelope (Penelope_Gaming) revient sur l'appellation "jeu de société". Gautier (golgaut13) évoque son amour des week-ends jeux. Et Zephiriel (Zeph Iriel) s'attaque à la montagne du financem…

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Episode 40 - A Little Book of Aloha by Renata Provenzano (2001) 10:06

11M ago10:06

10:06

A Little Book of Aloha contains a collection of Hawaiian proverbs and inspirational wisdom as collected by Renata Provenzano in 2001. It includes a quote from Clifford Nae'ole the Hawaiian cultural advisor at the Ritz-Carlton in Kapalua on the island of Maui. He describes the experience of Polynesian Paralysis as being on "Hawaiian Time" and he fin…

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Episode 39 - Sailing the Dream by John F. McGrady (1999) 13:13

12M ago13:13

13:13

The book Sailing the Dream (1999) written by John F. McGrady describes his adventures sailing a 34-foot sailboat from Seattle to the South Pacific and back to Hawaii. Not just a sea story, Sailing the Dream is a metaphysical pilgrimage that encourages the reader to join in and take a second look at the values that steer their own lives. While in Bo…

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Episode 38 - A Widow's Might by Carolyn Ellis Lipscomb (1999) 23:56

1y ago23:56

23:56

The book A Widow's Might written by Carolyn Ellis Lipscomb in 1999 describes the remarkable life of Carolyns mother, Mattie Norman Ellis, who was known as "Mama". After 13 years of marriage, Mama (age 33) became a widow in 1933 during the Great Depression of the 1930s. With 6 children, no savings, and a meager secretarial salary, Mama managed to ke…

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Episode 52: ShelbyLynn Quintana's Transverse Myelitis Journey 28:04

1y ago28:04

28:04

In episode #52, we spoke with the newly paralyzed ShelbyLynn Quintana, injured from transverse myelitis last year. She shares her experience of being undiagnosed for months until a cause of paralysis was found thanks to sharing her story on Tiktok. Also a published poet, ShelbyLynn sheds light on a cause of paralysis that not enough people are awar…

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Episode 37 - The Trouble With Paradise by David A. Ross (1998) 15:15

1y ago15:15

15:15

The Trouble With Paradise (1998) written by David A. Ross is a fictional story that begins with the disappearance of Amelia Earhart over the south pacific in 1937 and then overlaps with a visitor to Maui in 1997 who experiences Polynesian Paralysis and ends up adrift in the ocean. “Paradise… Just when we think it’s within our grasp, the scene chang…

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01 - Première analyse 2:06:29

1y ago2:06:29

2:06:29

Épisode pilote d'Analysis Paralysis. Aux commandes de cette épisode : Mathias (@La_Thias) et ses chroniqueureuses, @penelope_gaming , @polgara, Gautier (@E2G_golgaut) et @zephiriel. Nous y parlerons de FOMO, de jeux à deux, de dés sous toutes ses formes et de BGstats. N'hésitez pas à nous faire des retours sur l'émission, par commentaires ou par le…

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Ex-Government Official Reveals the Truth About Sleep Paralysis, ETs, Haunted Houses and the Lady in Black 39:50

1y ago39:50

39:50

Sleep paralysis – a phenomenon many have heard of, but few truly understand. This episode delves deep into the chilling mysteries surrounding this condition, but with a twist that's bound to captivate your attention. A former government official steps into the spotlight, shedding light on his personal experiences with sleep paralysis. But as he nar…

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Episode 36 - Travel Holiday magazine (1995) 10:50

1y ago10:50

10:50

In this episode we review an article that appeared in the March 1995 issue of Travel Holiday magazine. The article written by Frederick Turner is titled Secret Florida and describes the unique panhandle of Florida - once called West Florida. "Separated from the peninsula by both climate and history, the panhandle possesses a character all its own."…

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Episode 35 - Hawaiian Medical Journal (1995) 11:06

1y ago11:06

11:06

In November 1995, Robert C Schmitt wrote an article for the Hawaiian Medical Journal titled Medical Progress in a Remote Archipelago. Schmitt severed as the Hawaii State Statistician and wrote or co-authored 4 books and more than 200 articles and numerous government reports. 18 of his articles appeared in the Hawaiian Medical Journal. Hawaii reside…

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Episode 34 - Samoa by Deanna Swaney (1994) 11:04

1y ago11:04

11:04

In the travel guide SAMOA - Western and Amercian Samoa written by Deanna Swaney and published by Lonely Planet in 1994, the author provides an overview of travel to these islands in the South Pacific. She warns visitors that almost everyone experiences "Polynesian Paralysis" and find themselves relaxing on the beaches and enjoying the relaxed lifes…

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Euphoric Love, Sleep Paralysis & The Mysteries of the Cosmos: A Researcher's Tale 43:25

1y ago43:25

43:25

Dive into this captivating episode as our esteemed academic researcher unravels his mesmerizing encounters with the enigmatic black cloud entity and the vastness of black holes. Journey with him as he recounts moments of pure 'euphoric love' and the humbling sensation of feeling like a mere grain of sand on our vast planet. Ever wondered if sleep p…

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Levitation, Electrodes, Melting Skin and Shadows that Feel Evil During Sleep Paralysis 23:15

1y ago23:15

23:15

Lorelei, with her scientific mindset, grapples to understand her sleep paralysis. At the age of 9, she believed she spoke to God, and by 18, she felt sleep paralysis entities pushing through her back as she desperately tried to awaken. Convinced it was the Devil, she tried to stay awake to evade these chilling encounters. This episode also delves i…

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Episode 51: Paralyzed Metal Artist & Rally Racer Chris Hrabik to Start Adaptive Driving School 36:09

1+ y ago36:09

36:09

In episode 51, we spoke with Chris Hrabik, based in a small town in Missouri, who was paralyzed nearly 20 years ago in a car accident at the age of 18. An incomplete quadriplegic, he went on to become a talented metal artist and fabricator as well as a rally racer after his injury. And he has a new project - starting his very own adaptive driving s…

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A Self Confessed Couch Potato Dozes Off and Wakes Up With Spooky Sleep Paralysis 21:07

1+ y ago21:07

21:07

In today’s episode, meet Musa, a courageous guest who bares his soul to recount a chilling tale that unfolded a decade ago. Picture this: a college student, dozes off on a couch, only to awaken imprisoned within his own body. The air grows heavy with an unsettling aura as he battles against an invisible force that pins him down. He recounts his str…

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Episode 33 - SURFIN'ary by Trevor Cralle (1991) 11:37

1+ y ago11:37

11:37

SURFIN'ary is a dictionary of Surfing Terms and Surfspeak compiled and edited by Trevor "Coconut" Cralle who is considered the world's leading authority on surf slang. The book includes a brief history of surfing and each page of this 362-page book includes surfing pictures, artwork, and surfspeak. "You can't help but learn something new and entert…

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First Sleep Paralysis Episode at 7 Years Old 30:40

1+ y ago30:40

30:40

Do children experience sleep paralysis? Our guest today had his first episode at 7 years old and experienced the terror and fear that goes along with each experience. Would you speak/put your sleep paralysis experience in writing for the show? Send an email to: spn@sheilaprycebrooks.com Join the sleep paralysis discussion that explores the science …

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Episode 32 - Maui Bound by Tom Stevens (1991) 13:13

1+ y ago13:13

13:13

Maui Bound is an 132-page hardback book that contains excellent photos by over 30 photographers. The text is provided by author Tom Stevens. Not just another coffee table book, the photographs in this book will gently touch you with nostalgia for life in Maui in the early 1990s. "Polynesian Paralysis" is mentioned in Chapter 6 on page 94. For more …

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Episode 50: The Healing Power of Gratitude with Author Shelly Kerschner 38:18

1+ y ago38:18

38:18

In this episode, we're joined by Shelly Kerschner, a longtime paraplegic who penned the book, "Standing Tall & the Healing Power of Gratitude," after her injury. She shares the importance of gratitude in her life, as well as her other passions, adaptive kayaking and adaptive yoga, and shares her plan to become an adaptive yoga teacher. — Follow She…

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Sleep Paralysis, Haunted Houses, ETs and Jesus 30:40

1+ y ago30:40

30:40

In today's groundbreaking episode, we talk about sleep paralysis and haunted houses, extraterrestrials and Jesus. Does sleep paralysis happen anywhere or is it connected to hauntings and ghosts? What about the extraterrestrial link that lots of people are experiencing? Today's guest also tells us how shouting the name Jesus made the entity disappea…

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Episode 31 - The Honolulu Weekly (1991) 10:58

1+ y ago10:58

10:58

Derek Davies wrote an article for The Honolulu Weekly in November 1991 titled Hiding Behind The Aloha Spirit. After 25 years as the editor of the Far Eastern Economic Review, Davies spent a year in Hawaii as a journalist at the East West Center in Honolulu. Davies decries duplicity in the name of Aloha, but he also admits that he experienced "Polyn…

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Episode 30 - MOLOKAI - The Friendly Isle by Marlene Freedman (1977) 10:36

1+ y ago10:36

10:36

Marlene Freedman wrote a book about the island of Molokai - The Friendly Isle in 1977. She describes the relaxed lifestyle and easy way of life that causes residents on this island to experience "Polynesian Paralysis". Molokai is a special place where you can find a "feeling of solitude, peacefulness and a unity with nature." For more information a…

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Episode 29 - Isaac Asimov's Science Fiction magazine (1989) 10:56

1+ y ago10:56

10:56

In the April 1989 issue of Isaac Asimov's Science Fiction magazine, there was a story written by Sage Walker titled Indian Giving. The story describes a woman's journey to a remote cabin in the mountains of New Mexico to quit smoking. She ends up experiencing Polynesian Paralysis and having an encounter with a spiritual being. For more information …

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Episode 49: Slingshot Golf for Quadriplegics Makes Debut at Adaptive Open 24:38

1+ y ago24:38

24:38

In episode 49, we speak with founder of SPINALpedia and creator of Slingshot Golf, Josh Basile, a C4-5 quadriplegic who grew up loving the game of golf. Since standard adaptive golf wasn't a possibility for Josh due to arm mobility limitations, he created Slingshot Golf as a way for anyone to be able to golf no matter their mobility level. In May 2…

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Episode 28 - HAWAII by Frank Salmoiraghi and Jocelyn Fujii (1986) 8:46

1+ y ago8:46

8:46

The book HAWAII (1986) includes photographs by Frank Salmoiraghi and text by Jocelyn Fujii. Each page of this 128-page hardback book contains excellent examples of the history and natural beauty of the Hawaiian Islands and life in Hawaii in the 80s. Polynesian Paralysis in included in the chapter on Local Style as something similar to "Hawaiian Tim…

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The Victimising Entities in Sleep Paralysis That Had Me Stuck For 30 Years 40:32

1+ y ago40:32

40:32

Cohost Sheila Pryce Brooks speaks openly about her sleep paralysis experience that took place chronically over 30 years. Would you speak/put your sleep paralysis experience in writing for the show? Send an email to: spn@sheilaprycebrooks.com Join the sleep paralysis discussion that explores the science and spirituality of sleep paralysis at https:/…

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Episode 27 - CATWALK by Marie Helvin (1985) 10:35

1+ y ago10:35

10:35

In the book CATWALK - The Art of Model Style, Marie Helvin describes her life growing up in Hawaii and becoming a supermodel. Marie did not want to succumb to Polynesian Paralysis and be stuck in Hawaii; she would follow her dreams. Polynesian Paralysis can help you take time to be still and discover the strength inside yourself, which can give you…

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Episode 26 - The Peripatetic Diabetic by June Biermann and Barbara Toohey (1984) 10:19

1+ y ago10:19

10:19

In their book The Peripatetic Diabetic, Good Health, Good Times, and Good Food, For the Diabetic who wants to have it all published in 1984, June Biermann and Barbara Toohey describe how someone with diabetes can live an active and healthy life. One suggestion they give to reduce stress and enjoy life is to experience Polynesian Paralysis. Polynesi…

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Are You in a Lower Realm During Sleep Paralysis? 36:52

1+ y ago36:52

36:52

In today's episode, Christopher talks to us about being in a lower realm, what happens when he leaves his physical body and the terrible vibrations and tunnels that he experiences. As a long-term sleep paralysis experiencer, he captivates us with his description of the sleep paralysis environment and what he has learnt about the pineal gland. Would…

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Episode 25 - The Journey Is Everything by Helen Smith Bevington (1983) 12:33

1+ y ago12:33

12:33

In the 1983 book, The Journey Is Everything - A Journal of the Seventies, Helen Smith Bevington describes her personal experiences month by month from January 1970 to December 1979. When she visits Hawaii to see her son David and grandkids, she learns about Polynesian Paralysis. She writes, "The way to take a journey is not to be concerned with arr…

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Episode 24 - Hawaii Recalls by DeSoto Brown (1982) 13:54

1+ y ago13:54

13:54

In the book HAWAII RECALLS: Selling Romance to America - Nostalgic Images of the Hawaiian Islands 1910 to 1050, author DeSoto Brown collected and assembled hundreds of historic examples of promotional materials that were used to convince many people that Hawaii was the most romantic place on earth. DeSoto claims that Betty Grable's father lived in …

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