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Some Other Sphere

Rick Palmer
Japanese Folklore
Folklore
Ufos
Yokai
Ghost Stories
Japanese Culture
Non-Human Intelligences
Space Exploration
Kami
Religious Studies
Ghost Encounters
Animals and Their Homing Abilities
Cryptozoology
Obon Festival
Kappa
Purgatory
Human Experience
Alan Garner
Biggleswade
Tsuchinoko

Interview style podcast where Rick Palmer talks to knowledge experts on a range of unusual subjects including Folklore, the Paranormal, Magic, the Occult, and much more.

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My guest for this episode is paranormal investigator, researcher and writer Kate Ray. In addition to scientific rigour, Kate’s approach to investigating hauntings is influenced by appreciating how these sorts of happenings were understood and describ... more

My guest for this episode is writer and researcher Paul A.T. Wilson, who joined me to talk about his ongoing involvement in developments relating to a paranormal encounter that happened on the Isle of Wight in the UK over fifty years ago – that of Sa... more

For this episode, I welcome back previous guest Laura Lewis-Barr. Laura first appeared on Some Other Sphere in episode 116, where we discussed her work as a stop-motion filmmaker, creating short movies inspired by myths, fairy tales and the ideas of ... more

My guest for this episode is author Raphael Cormack, who joined me to talk about his new non-fiction book, Holy Men of the Electromagnetic Age.

The book explores what it describes as a ‘golden age of the uncanny’ centered around the Eastern Mediterr... more

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Recent Guests

Paul A.T. Wilson
Writer and researcher involved in the Sandown Clown case
Episode: Episode 142 - Paul A.T. Wilson - Sam the Sandown Clown
Laura Lewis-Barr
Stop-motion filmmaker and writer, exploring symbology and the paranormal
Psyche's Cinema
Episode: Episode 141 - Laura Lewis-Barr - Illness States, Symbology and the Paranormal
Raphael Cormack
Author of Holy Men of the Electromagnetic Age
Hurst in the UK, Norton in the US
Episode: Episode 140 - Raphael Cormack - Holy Men of the Electromagnetic Age
Dagrún Ósk Jónsdóttir
Folklorist and author
Reaction Books
Episode: Episode 139 - Dagrún Ósk Jónsdóttir - Ghosts, Trolls and The Hidden People
Kimberly S. Engels
Associate Professor of Philosophy at Molloy University and Research Director at the John Mack Institute
Molloy University
Episode: Episode 138 - Kimberly S. Engels - Phenomenology of The Phenomenon
Karl Bell
Author and historian focused on maritime folklore and the supernatural
University of Portsmouth
Episode: Episode 137 - Karl Bell - The Perilous Deep
Susan Demeter
Canadian-born author, artist and witch, with a focus on exceptional human experiences, folklore, and the paranormal.
Episode: Episode 135 - Susan Demeter - Ghost Roads of Ontario
Clive Bloom
Professor in Residence at Hull University and Emeritus Professor at Middlesex University
Episode: Episode 134 - Clive Bloom - London Uncanny
Nick Literski
A Jungian scholar, spiritual guide, and retired attorney specializing in spirituality and psychology, particularly for queer individuals.
Episode: Episode 132 - Dr. Nick Literski - Psychology, Spirituality, and Esoteric Traditions

Host

Rick Palmer
Host of a podcast focused on exploring unusual subjects and engaging discussions with experts in folklore and the paranormal, emphasizing a balance between skepticism and curiosity.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 97 ratings
  • Wonderful conversations

    This is a lovely gentle podcast based on conversations between Rick and various guests from the world of folklore, the paranormal and the occult. Rick is a warm generous host getting the most out of a flock of fascinating people.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Happy_Salmon
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Other-normal exploration

    I quite enjoy this wide ranging inquiry into the offbeat, weird, and paranormal aspects of our world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tbeckett
    United States2 years ago
  • Great find

    This podcast is a great find.

    I’ve been listening to this type of content for 10 years and thought I’d listened to every show available. I found this podcast in March 2023 and am very pleasantly surprised.

    Rick is a great host and interviewer easily getting the guests to talk about their subject. The pace is great and Rick has the nack of asking the right questions to expand the conversation.

    Great variety of guests and topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DaddyDitch
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Fascinating

    Great podcast host who asks good questions but also gets out of the way and let’s the guests speak so we can learn more about each guest’s specialty.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JJerseyC
    United States3 years ago
  • Great eclectic podcast

    Amazing breadth of topics covered, love the folk tales!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    martiangentian
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Listeners praise the engaging conversations and diverse topics, appreciating the depth of knowledge shared by guests.
Rick Palmer is highlighted for his warm hosting style and ability to facilitate deep discussions with experts.
The podcast is recognized for providing a fresh perspective on unusually fascinating subjects that blend folklore with contemporary issues.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 142 - Paul A.T. Wilson - Sam the Sandown Clown
Q: What are your thoughts about Sam as a phenomenon and its place in Isle of Wight folklore?
Wilson expressed that Fay genuinely believes in her experiences with Sam, considering them significant, while noting the enigmatic quality of the story itself.
Episode 142 - Paul A.T. Wilson - Sam the Sandown Clown
Q: What are some of the first questions that you had for her?
The questions were centered around Fay's feelings and observations during her encounters with Sam, allowing her to lead the conversation naturally.
Episode 142 - Paul A.T. Wilson - Sam the Sandown Clown
Q: How did you come to become involved in the more recent developments and what was your background in relation to these sorts of subjects prior to that?
Wilson shared his lifelong interest in folklore and how he connected with Fay, who claimed to be one of the children from the initial encounter with Sam.
Episode 141 - Laura Lewis-Barr - Illness States, Symbology and the Paranormal
Q: After having that experience with Bell's Palsy, did it make you feel yourself, your sense of self more or less?
Laura explains that she felt chosen by her experience and that it allowed her to connect with deeper parts of herself, feeling larger despite the physical loss.
Episode 141 - Laura Lewis-Barr - Illness States, Symbology and the Paranormal
Q: Can you talk a little bit about Bell's Palsy and your experience of that?
Laura describes Bell's palsy as paralysis of the facial nerve, and shares how it impacted her during her trip to Greece, noting its symbolic significance for her.

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A unique exploration of the unexplained and unusual, this podcast features in-depth conversations with experts from various fields such as folklore, the paranormal, magic, and the occult. Each episode delves into compelling narratives that challenge traditional understandings of reality, integrating elements of personal experience, historical context, and cultural relevance. With a balance of skepticism and open-mindedness, the host facilitates engaging dialogues that entice listeners to reconsider the boundaries between the known and the unknown.

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Recent guests on Some Other Sphere include:

1. Paul A.T. Wilson
2. Laura Lewis-Barr
3. Raphael Cormack
4. Dagrún Ósk Jónsdóttir
5. Kimberly S. Engels
6. Karl Bell
7. Susan Demeter
8. Clive Bloom

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