Paradelphia

How much control do we have over our destiny? According to this week's guest we have quite a bit. Patti Negri, acclaimed psychic/medium and self proclaimed "good witch" joins us to talk about taking control of your life by using your own intention and positive energy which she writes about at length in her new book "Old World Magick for the The Modern World: Tips, Trick and Techniques to Balance, Empower and Create A Life You Love". Patti has worked for over 30 yrs in the field appearing on shows like Ghost Adventures, Top Chef and collaborating with Hollywood stars such as Jon Voight, Chevy Chase, Burt Reynolds, Emma Stone, Sylvester Stallone and more!   Patti Negri (website) Old World Magick for the Modern World (Amazon) Patti Negri (YouTube Channel) Toxic Radio

Built in 1829, Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia was thought to be a new, modern answer to the problems that plagued the American penal system. But as the saying goes, the path to hell is paved with good intentions. After years of mind breaking isolation some prisoners went mad and now nearly 200 years later a few are said to still be there lurking in dark corners, eager to finally make personal contact with human beings.....even if they themselves are no longer among the living. This week we're joined by Kelly Lin Gallagher, author of "Haunted Gloucester, Salem and Cumberland Counties" who has had her own personal ghostly experiences at ESP while investigating with the JUMPS team.    Haunted Gloucester, Salem and Cumberland Counties Toxic Radio

This week we wrap up our 2 part series on remote viewing as Rick, Toxic Mike and psychic/medium Jean Durkin discuss the results of their own remote viewing tests (link to test below in show notes). Does being a psychic give Jean an advantage over the guys in this area? What aspects of the results were more/less consistent across the board between all of the Paradelphia crew? Also, in Paranews we discuss ancient DNA, vampires, monkeys with weapons and more!!   Toxic Radio Remote Viewing Test

Since the dawn of mankind there have been people who have claimed to be able to "see" more and farther than the rest of us can see with our eyes. Clairvoyance or remote viewing was once respected by our ancestors but has, in recent years, been dismissed as supernatural mumbo jumbo. But the US Army thought enough of it to start the Stargate Project and fund psychical research for decades. This week we look into the history of this phenomenon and also talk to Jennabee and Stephen Scull about the results of their own remote viewing test. Do we all have this ability? The answer might surprise you! Also, this week we find out if Skeptic Mike "believes" he can't be stumped, Paranews and more!! Toxic Radio 

During the summer of 1975 the world collectively became terrified to go into the water after Stephen Speilberg's classic shark attack thriller Jaws hit the theaters. The story of a rogue shark terrorizing a sleepy New York coastal beach town became a pop culture phenomenon but did you know that it was based on a true story that happened right here along at Jersey shore just over 100 years ago? This week we dig into the little remembered story of how a rogue shark claimed 5 victims and set off a national panic from Sea Isle to San Francisco. Also this week we discuss the NY Times latest article validating the existence of UFO's, Seattle's hockey team picks a fishy new name and more!   Toxic Radio

Paradelphia - The History Channel, Ep. 267 - Have you ever wished you could speak directly to famous historical figures like Billy the Kid, JFK, George Custer, even Jesus Christ and find out the truth behind their stories? This week's guest, author/spirit communicator Barry Strohm does just that. In fact, Barry has done it so often he's written multiple books where he tells the (oftentimes) revised stories of these icons of history and more. A gifted spirit medium, Barry also does a live channeling session for us on air and allows our crew to speak directly to the first man to walk on the moon, Neil Armstrong! We tackle all this along with some more trouble brewing for MUFON and the gang digs into the new craze called Randonauting. (Think Pokemon Go....only for intuitives).    Barry Strohm Website Barry Strohm YouTube  Barry Strohm Amazon Books Toxic Radio

This week we catch up on some paranews concerning green ooze on the moon, 32,000 yr old plants, glitches in the matrix and more. Stump Skeptic Mike returns along with a discussion of out of place items on film.    Toxic Radio  Paradelphia Facebook  Paradelphia on Twitter (@paradelphia) Paradelphia YouTube

Break out your crew cuts, poodle skirts and Buddy Holly records it's that time of year again.....it's Blobfest time!! This year the Fest will be held virtually under the name Blobfest 2020 - The Home Edition. This week we have Chuck Francisco (aka Dash Daring) with us to talk about the way the Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville, PA has adapted the event to an all virtual format while keeping the spirit of the 3 day nostalgia fest intact. From the Friday night "Shorty" film contest to the Miss Blobfest pageant to a daylong orgie of 1950's horror/scifi movie streaming goodness this year's event is poised to be unique and memorable in so many ways! Also, Toxic Mike discusses yet another one of his dreams that is definitely NOT an alien abduction (sure, Mike!).   Blobfest 2020 (website) Blobfest 2020 (merch) Toxic Radio  

From prehistoric times to the Middle Ages and right up to the modern day there have been stories told of walking upright canines. Throughout history dogmen and werewolves have been feared, worshipped and even imitated. This week we talk with Ronald Murphy (aka The Crypto Guru) about his latest book "On Dogman" where he traces the history of these creatures from the ancient world right up until today. Mixing history, folklore and speculation Ron tracks the beast through ancient Rome, medieval France and 21st century America.  "On Dogman" by Ronald L. Murphy (Amazon) Ronald L. Murphy (Facebook) Ronald L. Murphy (Twitter) Toxic Radio

Over the past few years super fans of a certain seminal sci-fi flick have designated every May 4th as "Star Wars Day" and as such, memes, movie clips and fan art abound. This week we respectfully raise our lightsabers in honor of the cyber event and take a look at just what George Lucas intended "The Force" to be and whether or not such a power really exists in all of us, Jedi and Sith alike. Also, we take a look a a recent missing child case in Canada and how it seems to fit the mold of mysterious "Missing 411" cases.  Toxic Radio Paradelphia (Facebook) Paradelphia (Twitter) The Force (Wiki)

In 17th century America living as an outcast or pariah of the community could lead to unfortunate circumstances. The Leeds family of Southern New Jersey found this out the hard way and thanks to a superstitious population and a sharp witted hero of the Revolution, the narrative hasn't changed much over the past 300 years. Also, this week the Pentagon admitted the existence of UFO's but does anyone actually care? Toxic Radio

They are constantly around us, whispering advice in our ear, nudging to keep us on the correct pathway. They are our guardian angels and tonight we speak with one directly on air who has a message that the world needs to hear. Psychic/medium Jean Durkin joins us to discuss her role and experiences as a medium. She then allows herself to be used as a conduit to the "other side" during our interview with a spirit tasked with keeping humans on a journey that is both enlightening and enjoyable. Apparently it is not an easy job! Toxic Radio Follow Paradelphia on Facebook and Twitter (@paradelphia)

The Crew goes LIVE on Facebook as they’re joined by special guest The Fishman from The Heavy Metal Happy Hour. This weeks discussion ranges from mythological sea creatures to Fishman agreeing to ingest psychedelics “for research purposes” to Toxic Mikes hatred of Joaquin Phoenix’s hairlip. Stump Skeptic Mike, Paranews and more!!

This week we look at the idea of "playing" God from two very different  points of view. In the first hour we talk with our friends Don and Vicki Smeraldi from Scary Monsters Magazine which is now in it's 29th year of celebrating the old school genre cinema where mad scientists, over confident military folks and crazed psychopaths tried to impose their will on either their own creations or the populace at large. Scary Monsters is once again up for many (14!) Rondo Hattan awards and we discuss their nominations as well as the upswing in popularity of genre films in the age of streaming services. Then in hour two we get into what Toxic Mike calls our "pot talk" as we discuss predetermination vs free will. Using the 2011 movie "The Adjustment Bureau" as a framework the crew digs into the question of how much control we actually have over our own lives and if it's not us controlling our fate, just who is pushing the buttons? Throw in some Paranews and the return of Doug Hogate and this week's show needs to be on t

The Malleus Maleficarum, otherwise known as "The Witches Hammer", was the Middle Ages version of a DIY on witch hunting. This week, just in time for Valentine's Day, we dig into a copy of said book to find all manner of important information such as how witches can keep you from your true love and what to do when a witch renders your penis invisible. Rick gives an update on his health, Paranews, Stump Skeptic Mike and more!!

After receiving some sudden bad news regarding Paradelphia's host Rick Prewitt's health, the crew decided to take the month off to focus on helping Rick with his situation. But, after taking that time off, Doug, Jennabee, and Jean return with a brand new episode to keep things going as Rick focuses on getting healthy! On this episode, Doug, Jennabee, and Jean discuss some of the popular paranormal shows currently on TV and how they feel the teams featured on these shows pursue investigating the paranormal. This discussion leads to a huge interview in the second hour with Jason Hawes, Steve Gonsalves, and Dave Tango from the former hit show on ScyFy Channel "Ghost Hunters." The trio talks about their new show on the Travel Channel called "Ghost Nation" and their take on helping families in this new series focusing on private residences reporting paranormal activity. Plus, hear more updates that has been going on with the Paradelphia Crew and much more!

Demon begone! But do we really know who the demons are and what they did to earn their repulsive reputation? This week we're visited by Dr. Heather Lynn to discuss her latest book "Evil Archaeology" which examines the reasons why certain relics, demigods and images have come to be known as evil incarnate. Jenna's B's reviews a Hammer horror classic, we are finally able to announce where you'll be able to see Paradelphia and JUMPS on TV this October and more!!   Dr. Heather Lynn (website) "Evil Archaeology" by Dr. Heather Lynn Toxic Radio

What happens when a planned news segment turns into an all out jam session on the topic of religion? This week we find out as Jennabee riffs on her idea of universal nudity for all because "the Bible allows it". This leads further down the religious rabbit hole into a philosophical roundtable on the true intention and nature of Christianity and other forms of worship. Also, Skeptic Mike tries to not be Stumped for the umpteenth time in a row, our Featured Creature is snake people and we finish up talking haunted & cursed vehicles. All this and more this week so buckle up baby, after a week off, we're back!   Toxic Radio

This week we decide to play a game.....paranormal roulette. Using a book called "Unexplained: Strange Sightings, Incredible Occurrences and Puzzling Physical Phenomena" we each pick a random page and discuss topics like ice falls, living dinosaurs, moving coffins and others! Also, Jenna reviews "The Toxic Avenger" in Jenna's B's, Skeptic Mike tries to finally get another win and more!!   Toxic Radio