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Mysterious Universe

8th Kind
Ufos
Consciousness
Alien Abductions
Bigfoot
UFO Abductions
Alien Abduction
Tokyo
Spirituality
UFO Sightings
Ghosts
Near-Death Experiences
Time Slips
Parapsychology
Atlantis
Ancient Civilizations
Paranormal Activity
Out Of Body Experiences
Aliens
Paranormal Phenomena
Budd Hopkins

Always interesting and often hilarious, join hosts Joe Hodgdon and Brandon Thomas as they investigate the latest in reality, futurology, weird science, consciousness research, alternative history, cryptozoology, UFOs, and new-age absurdity.

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Welcome to Mysterious Universe Season 36 Episode 05, as today we continue our epic saga with part 04 of … Visitors From Within by Lyssa Royal and Keith Priest. Offering us greater insight into the Zeta Reticuli and their unique perspectives on sex, s... more

Welcome back to MU! After the death of her husband, Janice Leslie enrolls in psychic Ted Owens' unusual psychic training and soon begins documenting a series of increasingly bizarre encounters involving mysterious lights, silent aerial objects, telep... more

Welcome to Mysterious Universe Season 36 episode 03! Today, we take a deep breath and entertain that which we have many a time maligned with a look at the work of Lyssa Royal and Keith Priest with their book, Visitors From Within. Though we are skept... more

Welcome back to MU! In our continuation of Emanuel Swedenborg's works, he claims that for years he spoke with spirits from Mercury, Jupiter, Mars, Saturn, Venus, the Moon, and even worlds beyond our solar system. We follow his incredible cosmic trave... more

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Recent Guests

Ralph Wilkerson
Author of Beyond and Back, pastor associated with Medleyland
Medleyland / Medley Land Church
Episode: 36.01 - MU Podcast - Beyond and Back - The Christian's Guide to the Eternal Afterlife
Philip Mantle
Author and researcher featured for UFO Reflections
Flying Disc Press
Episode: 35.22 - MU Podcast - UFO Reflections | Abductions
Steve Falconer
Filmmaker, Spacebusters YouTube channel founder
Spacebusters
Episode: 35.14 - MU Podcast - The Zodiac and the Salts of Salvation
Dirk Gillabel
Time-slip researcher and collector of accounts
Independent researcher
Episode: 35.09 - MU Podcast - When Time Leaks
Ben Tejada-Ingram
Author and explorer known for works on cryptozoology and mysterious lands
Episode: 35.06 - MU Podcast - The Mysteries of Kurupira
Chris Mathieu
Filmmaker and host of Forbidden Knowledge News
Forbidden Knowledge News
Episode: 34.25 - MU Podcast - Occult Louisiana
Dr. Joanna Kujawa
Author of 'Alien Goddess' and researcher in Medieval Studies
Author
Episode: 34.20 - MU Podcast - The Goddess Code
Maya Zahira
Author and self-described clairvoyant and healer, explores dark entities within New Age communities
Episode: 34.06 - MU Podcast - Web of the Plasma Angel
Erik Nanstiel
Author and experiencer of alien abduction stories
Episode: 34.02 - MU Podcast - Underground Hybrid Vault

Hosts

Joe Hodgdon
Host of the MU podcast; co-host involved in discussion
Brandon Thomas
Co-host and host; long-standing figure in discussions; guides conversations

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 10.8k ratings
  • Interesting

    Really enjoy the podcast, just dislike the cursing.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Dw@Jc
    United States22 days ago
  • Really?

    I miss Ben and Aaron. Joe is fine but Brandon loves to hear himself talk and isn’t as intelligent as he thinks he is. His constant interruptions and tangents really take you out of the story. I don’t some chime in but it is too much. Probably will only reup sub once more to DL

    the old episodes and then bail.

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    2
    Neacl Æthelred Blackheart
    United States22 days ago
  • Awful Transition

    The new hosts are immature, unfunny, void of substance or nuance, dismissive of almost everything they talk about, and now have said in all seriousness that they believe Jesus is “the bad guy”. How on earth is *this* the replacement you came up with after scouring through thousands of submissions? Scary that these guys are parents.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    MWNeary
    United States22 days ago
  • Too much cursing

    I understand that it’s not really fair to compare them to the old hosts. I’ve tried to give them a chance for the last several months but they’re cursing is too cringe. Just count the number of curse words they use in an episode. It comes off like two adolescence trying to sound mature. As does their negative comments about Christianity. Like a couple of teenagers trying to rebel against their parents.

    I understand the old guys were burned out. However, aren’t we all after working somewhere for... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    NoMore_Atl
    United Statesa month ago
  • Gone down hill, just read the reviews.

    This used to be my go to podcast. But these new hosts are so anti-God and atheists that makes it hard to listen past 5 minutes. Bring back the old hosts!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Three8five.org
    United Statesa month ago

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Listeners complain about increased vulgarity and 'bro' energy.
Original chemistry and banter are missed by many fans.
A portion feels production quality and depth have declined compared to the original run.
Overall sentiment is mixed, with strong loyalty from long-time fans and frustration from others.
New hosts are polarizing; some praise growth, many call for a return to earlier depth.

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Talking Points

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34.23 - MU Podcast - End of an Era
Q: Have either of you had personal experiences that have driven you to go into the paranormal or is it that you just had an interest in it?
Both Joe and Brandon share their backgrounds, emphasizing personal growth and experiences that led them to explore paranormal topics.
31.17 - MU Podcast - Battlefield Echoes Reborn
Q: What's a weeb?
A weeb is someone who is completely fascinated with Japan, like obsessed with Japan, to the point of a fault.
31.18 - MU Podcast - Bibhu Dev Misra
Q: What should we expect after the end of the Kali Yuga?
Bibhu suggests that we will see significant societal changes, possibly including warfare, and a transition to a new age of consciousness characterized by love and unity.
32.01 - MU Podcast - Jack Kelley
Q: What led you to investigate the Atlantis myth?
Jack Kelley initially thought the Atlantis myth was nonsense, but his research uncovered its significance in understanding ancient history.
32.01 - MU Podcast - Jack Kelley
Q: How did you get involved in this project?
Jack Kelley stumbled into making a film about Atlantis by accident after a career on Wall Street and a passion for ancient history.

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What is Mysterious Universe about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two long-running hosts explore a wide array of reality, fringe science, mystery, and esoteric topics with a mix of humor and skeptical inquiry. Recent episodes span parapsychology, cryptids, occult ideas, timekeeping, and cosmology, often featuring banter, deep dives into supplied materials, and occasional Plus extensions. The show is noted for its curiosity and breadth, though listener sentiment around host dynamics has been polarized, with strong opinions on production style and depth of analysis.

A notable strength is the sustained ability to make unconventional subjects accessible and entertaining, while maintaining a critical edge. Potential listeners who enjoy skeptical discussion of paranormal claims, unusual histories, and cross-di... more

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2. Philip Mantle
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