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Paranoid American

Thomas Gorence
Disney
Neon Genesis Evangelion
Conspiracy Theories
CIA
Occult
Freemasonry
Mkultra
Japan
Pixar
Alchemy
MK Ultra
Stanley Kubrick
Christianity
Esotericism
Animation
Hayao Miyazaki
Shinji Ikari
Paranoid American
Japanese Culture
World War II

Official podcast of Paranoid American, comic book publisher, military veteran and ex-Disney animator.

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This episode explores "ShadowGate," a film that claims to expose a secret network of intelligence contractors running psychological operations on American citizens. We break down the whistleblower testimonies, examine the technical claims about NSA d... more

What starts as a quirky story about professional tickling competitions quickly transforms into a shocking expose of psychological warfare and financial manipulation. Filmmaker David Farrier stumbles upon a global network of exploitation that spans de... more

In this episode, Paranoid American and Uncle Sean review "GasHole," a documentary that emerged right after the 2008 financial crisis when gas prices hit $4-5 per gallon. The film claims oil companies, automakers, and government actors deliberately ki... more

A fascinating conversation about Masonry, Rosicrucians, Illuminati, Golden Dawn and DMT Entities with the one and only Frater RC of the Magick Without Fears Podcast. More information about the Arcane Research Society event here: www.arcaneres... more

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Recent Guests

Frader Arcee
Host of the Hermetic Podcast, Magick Without Fears
Hermetic Podcast, Arcane Research Society
Episode: Rosicrucian DMT Entities w/ Frater R.C.
Han Allred
Chaos magician, musician, ex-Mormon, documentary creator (Space Face)
Space Face documentary
Episode: From Chaos Magic to Christ Consciousness: The Wild Journey of Han Allred
Magick Mike
Apologist guest discussing Freemasonry and related conspiracy theories
Paranoid American
Episode: BAD MASONS! Reviewing EVERY Freemason Conspiracy Theory w/ High Level Masons (32°)
Tonia Yeakey
Guest on Paranoid American podcast discussing Terrance Yeakey's life and death
Self / Yeakey family
Episode: Police Officer Terrance Yeakey MURDERED After Exposing Oklahoma City (Interview w/ Tonia Yeakey)
Ted Gunderson
Noted investigator mentioned in interview, connected to conspiracy discussions
Private investigator / conspiracy researcher
Episode: Police Officer Terrance Yeakey MURDERED After Exposing Oklahoma City (Interview w/ Tonia Yeakey)
TY. Lee
Creator of Return of the Rooftop Koreans graphic novel
Paranoid American (publisher)
Episode: Return of the Rooftop Koreans: Truth Uncovered w/ T.Y. Lee | Paranoid American
Dave MacDowell
Artist and Paranoid American contributor featured in the History 101 and other projects
Paranoid American
Episode: ART IS DEAD w/ Dave MacDowell | Paranoid American
Patton Oswalt
Comedian, actor, and writer known for his voice work in Pixar films.
Episode: The ULTIMATE Texas Chainsaw Massacre Documentary Review: Chain Reactions (2024)
Takashi Miike
Renowned Japanese filmmaker known for horror and action films like Ichi the Killer.
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Matt
Host/Co-host with multiple roles across Paranoid American projects

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 106 ratings
  • Lame boomer

    So a homely leftist loser wants to make fun of conspiracy theorist so he makes a podcast and calls it paranoid American

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    the liberty warrior
    United States24 days ago
  • Great content

    We’re all just paranoid Americans.

    The Dave MacDowell episode was incredible, well done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dudermcsauceman
    United States3 months ago
  • Great content

    We’re all just paranoid Americans

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dudermcsauceman
    United States6 months ago
  • Excellent

    Great shows and topics. Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JollyKiller083
    United States9 months ago
  • Great Show with Excellent Guests

    Love your content Thomas. Well produced, informative and funny. Cheers!! 🙌🙌

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DJ WorksHard
    United States2 years ago

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From Chaos Magic to Christ Consciousness: The Wild Journey of Han Allred
Q: What triggered your shift away from strict Mormon upbringing toward a more exploratory, esoteric worldview?
A sequence of immersive experiences—transcendental meditation, intense inner journeys, and encounters with various spiritual and conspiracy traditions—led to a reevaluation of truth, the value of forgiveness, and the belief that reality is more malleable than previously thought.
Police Officer Terrance Yeakey MURDERED After Exposing Oklahoma City (Interview w/ Tonia Yeakey)
Q: What role did personal relationships and family dynamics play in the aftermath?
Tonia describes harassment, threats, and a divorce forced under pressure from authorities, as well as the stress of protecting her family while seeking accountability.
Police Officer Terrance Yeakey MURDERED After Exposing Oklahoma City (Interview w/ Tonia Yeakey)
Q: How did the media portray Terrance after his death, and what issues did you confront?
She discusses ongoing media exclusion, the CNN interview when she felt misrepresented, and a pattern of suppression and manipulation of information by authorities.
Police Officer Terrance Yeakey MURDERED After Exposing Oklahoma City (Interview w/ Tonia Yeakey)
Q: Why does your nine-page report matter, and what happened to it?
Tonia explains that Terrance's nine-page report detailing what he saw at the site disappeared, which she interprets as an attempt to suppress critical eyewitness information.
ART IS DEAD w/ Dave MacDowell | Paranoid American
Q: What advice would you have for a budding artist today?
Do it, there must be hope for humanity, and young artists should follow their dreams and believe in the future even if the current landscape is challenging.

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What is Paranoid American about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A conspiracy-minded, media-critique show that blends pop culture analysis with deep dives into films, documentaries, and famous media franchises. Episodes frequently explore government power, surveillance, and alternative histories through lenses like MK-Ultra, mind control, or shadow networks, while also dissecting quirks of animation, cinema, and comic book culture. The hosts keep a humorous, irreverent tone and often bring in wide-ranging trivia, production context, and personal anecdotes, making it a fit for listeners who enjoy speculative thinking, nerdy analysis, and cultural critique. Noteworthy is the show's willingness to connect mainstream entertainment to broader societal questions, as well as its ongoing cross-pollination with g... more

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2. Han Allred
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4. Tonia Yeakey
5. Ted Gunderson
6. TY. Lee
7. Dave MacDowell
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