Society & Culture Episodes
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Dec. 19, 2025
Afraid of 3I/Atlas with Avi Loeb
Dr. Avi Loeb visits for the 4th time -- this time around the sun to discuss 3I/Atlas, the 3rd, and most notable interstellar object observed in our galaxy. Anomaly, "Dark Comet", or Alien Intelligence? The World is watching. You decide! In addition to audio, you can now watch the episode on The Signal Network channel on Youtube. BIO Abraham (Avi) Loeb is the Frank B. Baird, Jr., Professor of Science at Harvard University and a bestselling author (featured in the New York Times, Wall Street...
Guest: Avi Loeb
114
May 7, 2024
Afraid of Bible Prophecy
Remember that crazy guy with the "End Times" warning blasted from a bullhorn on college campuses? I do. At Indiana University we called him Mad Max. Well, after all this time -- geez, maybe the guy was legit. It's a crazy world out there and no matter what side of the fence you sit on -- liberal/conservative, religious/spiritual, believer/skeptic ... you can't deny we are undergoing either pure chaos or a predetermined destiny. On this episode we talk solar eclipse, CERN, cicadas, and how/if it all ties into biblical prophecy. Take a listen and decide for yourself. After all, we all have free will.
Guests: Bob Heske , Bishop Larry Ragland
112
March 29, 2024
Afraid of Abducted: The Human Harvest
Many guests have claimed that aliens are good. Tonight's guest has a different take -- and it's disturbingly personal. Author/Experiencer Karin Wilkinson ( “STOLEN SEED, EVIL HARVEST”) shares the chronicle of her life experiences and insights into the activities and dark motives of the alleged extraterrestrial beings. Karen delves into the reasons behind their actions, the challenges they encounter, and the intricate web of deceit they weave in their interactions with humanity. Are humans being harvested by non-human entities ... fallen angels, not "aliens" ... to create hybrids and eventually displace the human race? What you find out just may frighten you.
Guest: Karin Wilkinson
111
March 14, 2024
Afraid of The Paranormal Pendulum
In this episode we talk pendulum dowsing with Dan Baldwin and George Sewell, and unearth the Lindsey Higgins abduction case as seen on Netflix's Haunted (Season 1, Episode 5).
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Feb. 28, 2024
Afraid of Alien Encounters
On your mark, get set, GO ... up into an alien spacecraft. But who do you talk to about the experience once you return from the Mother Ship? Yep, there's a support group for that. Tonight's guest, Lester Velez, is a UFO investigator, author and founder of OPUS, the Organization for Paranormal Understanding and Support. Sometimes-Cohost Cuyle Carvin joins us as we explore alien encounters and what it all means. The truth is in this episode.
Guests: Cuyle Carvin , Les Velez
108
Jan. 5, 2024
Afraid of the Atheist and His Awakening
Tonight's guest has come a long way on his spiritual journey and, man -- it sure took him a long time. In this episode, Ray Catania takes us along on his spiritual transformation and ultimate awakening which spanned 4 decades and has resulted in two books. Today, Ray is a metaphysical teacher, coach, and author who helps people achieve their full potential by combining scientific theories with his own life experiences. With profound insights and intuitive abilities, he is highly sought-after in scientific-spiritualism and practical metaphysics. As an ordained minister and master-certified life coach, Usui Reiki practitioner, and meditation instructor, Ray guides individuals on transformative journeys.
Guest: Ray Catania
94
April 13, 2023
Afraid of The Nixon Gleason Alien Encounter
This is an episode so good that I had to mix it twice...Go figure, the file of an episode about Richard Nixon gets corrupted! Strap yoursellf in for a little history, politics, paranormal and entertainment as we unveil the President Nixon and Jackie Gleason Alien Encounter. Tonight we talk with investigative author Paul Blake Smith about how Richard Nixon allegedly showed The Honeymooners’ Jackie Gleason some aliens. It’s a story that sounds too wacky to be true… but could it also be too wild ...
Guest: Paul Blake Smith
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Aug. 6, 2021
Afraid of Eisenhower's Close Encounters
Ever have interest in a subject but can't find a book on it? Tonight's guest took the initiative and wrote the book ... twice! Investigative author Paul Blake Smith joins me to discuss two of his meticulously researched books: President Eisenhower's Close Encounters and MO-41: The Bombshell Before Roswell (available in paperback and Kindle). You can follow Paul on Facebook and Twitter. Paul's author page is on Amazon. Look for Paul's newest book, "The Nixon-Gleason Encounter" coming soon. Mo...
Guest: Paul Blake Smith
57
July 8, 2021
Afraid of UAP and Science
Best-selling author and Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb returns to share his observations on the Pentagon UAP report and how scientists - not the military or politicians - are best qualified to survey the sky and collect more data.
Guest: Avi Loeb
56
June 16, 2021
Afraid of Creepy Cryptids
Documentary filmmaker, adventurer and cryptid expert Aleksandar Petakov joins us to discuss his latest projects, experiences and favorite "monster" hot spots across New England.
Guest: Aleksandar Petakov
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May 30, 2021
Afraid of Disclosure & Hudson Valley UFOs
Author, UFO expert and former research scientist Linda Zimmerman - author of over 30 books - joins us to talk about disclosure and The Hudson Valley Wave, a proliferation of UFO sightings by hundreds to thousands of people during the 1980s.
Guest: Linda Zimmerman
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Feb. 10, 2021
Afraid of Extraterrestrial: The First Sign of Intelligent Life Beyond Earth
World-renowned astrophysicist Avi Loeb discusses his controversial book, Extraterrestrial: The First Sign of Intelligent Life Beyond Earth.
Guest: Avi Loeb
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Dec. 19, 2020
Afraid of The Paranormal Photographer
Paranormal photographer Frank C. Grace graces us with tricks, tips and tales of capturing haunted places on film.
Guest: Frank Grace
35
Nov. 9, 2020
Afraid of Witch Boards
John Kozik, owner/curator of the Salem Witch Board Museum, shares his vast personal collection and veritable knowledge of all things Ouija.
Guest: John Kozik
33
Oct. 10, 2020
Afraid of The Book on the SK Pierce Victorian Mansion
Ken Watson - Author, Historian and Curator of the SK Pierce Victorian Mansion - joins us to talk about his new book capturing the genealogy of the SK Pierce family and the true history of this venerable landmark meticulously restored in South Gardner, Massachusetts.
Guest: Ken Watson
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Sept. 26, 2020
Afraid of Canada Ghosts and Hauntings
Canadian film and television producer, writer and director Paul Kimball talks about his paranormal-themed documentaries, dangerous personal supernatural experiences and relationship with his iconic uncle, nuclear physicist and ufologist Stanton Friedman (deceased) who was the subject of perhaps Kimball's most notable work "Stanton T. Friedman is Real".
Guest: Paul Kimball
30
Sept. 20, 2020
Afraid of Mind Reading
Award-winning mind reader Mark Toland talks about getting into people's heads and his skepticism about the paranormal.
Guest: Mark Toland
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Aug. 23, 2020
Afraid of Sci Fi and the Future Part 2
What do scifi and the future have in common? They feed off each other and offer some valuable lessons for those living in the Present. In Episode 27 scifi novelist and futurist Robert J. Sawyer returns with more predictive insights, shares his personal paranormal experience and reveals his favorite scifi film and book – one we all should read! Robert has had 24 novels published, and his short fiction has appeared in Analog Science Fiction and Fact, Amazing Stories, On Spec, Nature and many anth...
Guest: Robert J. Sawyer
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Aug. 21, 2020
Afraid of Sci Fi and the Future
Episode 26 delivers one of the most prolific and accomplished scifi authors – Canada's Robert J. Sawyer. Robert has had 24 novels published, and his short fiction has appeared in Analog Science Fiction and Fact, Amazing Stories, On Spec, Nature and many anthologies. Robert has won the Nebula Award (1995), the Hugo Award (2003) and the John W. Campbell Memorial Award (2006). Also a futurist, Robert riffs on his latest novel The Oppenheimer Alternative and future trends. Robert brought so much to ...
Guest: Robert J. Sawyer
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Aug. 1, 2020
Afraid of Controlled Remote Viewing
Author, Mentor and Instructor Lori Lambert Williams talks about consciousness, controlled remote viewing and Men Who Stare At Goats.
Guest: Lori Lambert Williams
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July 20, 2020
Afraid of My Past Salem Life
For those of you who have watched the Afraid of Nothing documentary on Amazon Prime, tonight's guest will be familiar. In fact, you've probably seen his mug on many critically acclaimed TV shows and films -- including a guest stint on The Walking Dead. Cuyle Carvin has 100 actor credits on IMDB and even directed a horror film called Dolls. Although he claims he has not had a personal paranormal experience, Cuyle has an undying interest in the afterlife (pun intended) and an undeniable connectio...
Guest: Cuyle Carvin
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July 12, 2020
Afraid of Confessions of a Salem Tour Guide
Dr. Mike Vitka, your quintessential tour guide, shares dark secrets and juicy details about ghosts, haunts, witches and true vampires in Salem, Massachusetts.
Guest: Dr. Vitka
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July 4, 2020
Afraid of Marine Cryptids
Author, Historian and sometimes TV expert David Goudsward talks about his latest book - Sun, Sand and Sea Serpents - and reels in stories on marine cryptids in New England and Florida. Also we dig into some of David's other exquisitely researched tomes.
Guest: David Goudsward
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June 25, 2020
Afraid of Producing Paranormal Programs
Emmy-nominated producer Laura Marini talks about what its like to work on some of the most popular paranormal programs ... and what happens when something follows you home.
Guest: Laura Marini