The Paracast

Gene and Randall present Special Correspondent William Puckett with another collection of recent sightings from around the world, plus his comments about prospects for solid information from the Pentagon UAP Task Force. Among the key sightings is a report about a robot-like being emerging from a glowing green UFO, as reported in Las Vegas on November 22, 2020. William worked as a meteorologist with the National Weather Service for 3 years and the Environmental Protection Agency for 27 years. He was a consultant for the History Channel series “UFO Hunters” and is also a research associate with NARCAP (National Reporting Center for Anomalous Phenomena). He is credited with meteorological and radar analysis for the November 7, 2006 UFO Incident at O’Hare Airport in Chicago.

Gene and Randall introduce Gray Scott, a futurist, philosopher, and artist who specializes in the philosophy of technology, digital consciousness, and humanity’s technological evolution. Says Gray: “To understand the future of technology we must begin with one fundamental truth. Technology is natural and nature is technological. It is the voice of the cosmos. From the Saturn hexagon to African fractals to the Fibonacci sequence found in the growth patterns of every plant on Earth, we are surrounded by geometric, repetitive, numerical patterns—patterns we have only begun to recognize and quantify.” During the interview, Gray reveals his long-time interest in the paranormal and experiencers, UFO intelligences and the nature of the contact experience. He is also host of the “Futuristic Now” podcast.

Gene and Randall introduce Philip Kinsella, author of “YOU – THE PUBLIC DECEIVED: The Grand UFO Deception,” which brings together several theoretical applications concerning what the UFO phenomenon may represent. Exploring his own abduction, which occurred in the winter of 1989, and examining both old and new cases alike, he draws upon several conclusions as to what we may be up against. Philip won the British Mediumship Award in Portsmouth in 2008. He is the author of numerous books, some of which have been co-authored with his identical twin brother, Ronald, who is also an author and illustrator.  He has also researched the Rendlesham Forest Incident along with the first investigator/author on the case, Brenda Butler, which resulted in the book, “Sky Crash Throughout Time: A Continued Investigation into the Rendlesham UFO Mystery.”

Gene and Randall discuss paranormal matters and other subjects with long-time skeptical writer/researcher Benjamin Radford, author of “Big-If True: Adventures in Oddity,”  a compendium of several dozen columns from Skeptical Inquirer science magazine, where he is a deputy editor. The topics he explores include urban legends, the paranormal, the tale of an alleged walking tree, fake cures, critical thinking, media literacy and even whether a certain well-known online dating service uses scientific methods to screen it’s applicants. The discussion also includes the possible efficacy of nutritional supplements and even Gene’s personal experiences with one of these alleged remedies. Ben is also a member of the American Folklore Society, the British Columbia Scientific Cryptozoology Club, and the American College of Forensic Examiners International.

Gene and Randall present a special episode featuring former Paracast co-host Christopher O’Brien and Ronald Olch, both part of the UFO Data Acquisition Project (UFODAP). UFODAP is establishing a network of camera-based UFO detection systems, with systems now available for purchase. From 2010 through 2018, Chris and Gene interviewed dozens of guests on The Paracast, the roster of which is a virtual Who’s Who in the field of Ufology and the paranormal. Ron developed UFODAP’s  mechanical, electronic, software, and documentation starting from proof-of-concept in 2014. Chris is the author of several books on the paranormal that include Enter the Valley, The Mysterious Valley, Secrets of The Mysterious Valley, Stalking The Tricksters, and Stalking The Herd: Unraveling the Cattle Mutilation Mystery.

UFO researcher and author Preston Dennett visits Gene and Randall and brings with him a number of the sightings he’s written about over the years. He focuses primarily on his 2020 book, “UFOs at the Drive-In” covering sightings by movie-watchers over the years in the U.S. Just imagine: you’re watching your favorite movie at the local drive-in theater when suddenly you see a strange flying object swoop down from above and hover right over the movie screen. The object is metallic, saucer-shaped, with portholes and colored lights, and is totally silent. It’s a UFO! Cars start honking and flashing their lights. People exit their cars, pointing and screaming. Some drive away in terror. Then the UFO starts to move around over the theater putting on a show that’s far more interesting than the movie itself! It may sound like science fiction, except it’s true! Preston is a field investigator for the Mutual UFO Network (MUFON), a ghost hunter, a paranormal researcher, and the author of more than 24 books and more than 100 articles about UFOs and the paranormal.

Gene and Randall present scientist and UFO investigator Robert Powell. Robert is a member of the Scientific Coalition for UAP Studies (SCU), the UFODATA project, and the National Space Society. He is active with FOIA requests to various government organizations to obtain information on historical cases. His most recent book,  “The Truth About UFOs: A Scientific Perspective,” is an introductory text on the subject that is intended for readers ages 7-11. He is also co-author of “UFOs and Government: A Historical Inquiry.”  He is one of two authors of the detailed radar/witness report on the “Stephenville Lights,” as well as the SCU report “UAP: 2013 Aguadilla, Puerto Rico.” Robert has a BS in Chemistry and is a former collegiate debater. He has 28 years experience in engineering management in the semiconductor industry.

Gene and Randall present a special return appearance by writer, educator and blogger MJ Banias, who will discuss a new media venture in which he is involved, The Debrief, which is described as “science, technology, and defense news for the bold and rebelliously curious.” The discussion covers a range of UFO-related topics and also SETI and the hopes to find evidence of life in outer space. MJ is the author of “The UFO People: A Curious Culture.” He has been featured on multiple podcasts and radio shows. His work has been included in Mysterious Universe, RoguePlanet, Vice, Fortean Times, FATE Magazine, and the book, “UFOs: Reframing the Debate.” He lives in Canada with his wife, three children, and a massive cat.