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Some Other Sphere

Rick Palmer
Folklore
Consciousness
Supernatural Beings
Japanese Folklore
Maya Civilization
Spirituality
Phenomenology
UAP
Ghost Stories
Paranormal Phenomena
Yokai
Ufos
Icelandic Folklore
Yuba County Five
Paranormal Investigation
Paranormal
Japanese Culture
Ancient Civilizations
Archaeology
Philosophy

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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For this episode my guest for is academic and author Shira Chess. Shira is Associate Professor of Entertainment and Media Studies at the University of Georgia. For a long time she was a Game Studies scholar but her recent focus has moved to the ‘Digi... more

My guest for this episode is psychologist and psychotherapist Michael Wilson, who joined me to discuss his recent book, Portals into Deep Imagination: Celtic Mythology, Nature’s Year, and the Quest for Soul.

The book is an anthology of weekly contem... more

My guest for this episode is historian and filmmaker Dean Bertram.

Dean’s current project is The Man Who Invented Flying Saucers, a documentary about the relationship between science fiction pioneer Raymond A. Palmer and the writer Richard Shaver, w... more

My guest for this episode is Edward Tick.

Ed is a therapeutic mentor, pilgrimage guide,educator and poet. He has been honoured for his groundbreaking work in the spiritual, holistic, and community-based healing of veterans and other survivors of sev... more

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Recent Guests

Shira Chess
Academic and author; Associate Professor of Entertainment and Media Studies at the University of Georgia
University of Georgia
Episode: Episode 153 - Shira Chess - The Unseen Internet
Michael Wilson
Psychologist and psychotherapist, author of Portals into Deep Imagination
Episode: Episode 152 - Michael Wilson - Portals into Deep Imagination
Dean Bertram
Historian and filmmaker behind The Man Who Invented Flying Saucers
The Man Who Invented Flying Saucers (documentary)
Episode: Episode 151 - Dean Bertram - The Man Who Invented Flying Saucers
Gavin Miller
Researcher focusing on the history of UFOs in Scotland
University of Glasgow
Episode: Episode 149 - Gavin Miller - Scotland's history with UFOs
Hugh Williams
Author and folklorist
Mysteries of Mercia / author of The Horn of Mercia
Episode: Episode 148 - Hugh Williams - The Wild Hunt and The Spectral Huntsmen of Central England
Fiona Dodwell
Paranormal author and researcher specializing in haunted objects and demonology
Author of A Cursed Collection of Haunted Dolls
Episode: Episode 147 - Fiona Dodwell - A Cursed Collection of Haunted Dolls
Francesca Way
Artist, filmmaker, occultist, and magical practitioner.
Episode: Episode 146 - Francesca Way - Art, Occultism and Friendly Conjuration
Tony Wright
Author and researcher specializing in the Yuba County Five case.
Episode: Episode 145 - Tony Wright - The Disappearance of the Yuba County Five
Alice Vernon
Author and lecturer in 19th century literature and creative writing
Aberystwyth University
Episode: Episode 144 - Alice Vernon - A History of Ghost Hunting and Why We Keep Looking

Host

Rick Palmer
Host of the show; leads conversations with knowledge experts on folklore, paranormal topics, and occult history.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 102 ratings
  • Always absorbing

    Always a joy. Rick is a genuine seeker and skilled interviewer who really gives his guests the breathing space (and the well considered questions) they need to tell their stories. Warmly recommended

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MrAliMcCall
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • 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 Kingdom3 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 States3 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

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Diverse range of guests keeps conversations fresh and insightful.
Hosts are knowledgeable and create a comfortable space for guests to share expertise.
Listeners praise the thoughtful, respectful interview style and broad topic variety.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 153 - Shira Chess - The Unseen Internet
Q: What role does reality shifting play in people's online behavior during the pandemic era?
Reality shifting emerged as a DIY spiritual practice leveraging meditation and online communities, offering a way for people to cope with isolation, pursue aspirational realities, and negotiate the boundary between online imagination and lived experience.
Episode 153 - Shira Chess - The Unseen Internet
Q: How do you see AI and non-corporeal entities fitting into historical occult frameworks?
AI is discussed as a modern non-corporeal entity—not a demon, but a new agent humans engage with—similar to how past occult forces were framed, yet rooted in contemporary tech discourse and power dynamics.
Episode 153 - Shira Chess - The Unseen Internet
Q: What sparked the idea for your book and its focus on the digital uncanny?
The idea grew from noticing how new technologies repeatedly trigger magical thinking and occult motifs, and how digital spaces recast spiritual concerns in conversation with tech, media, and culture.
Episode 147 - Fiona Dodwell - A Cursed Collection of Haunted Dolls
Q: In the introduction to your book, you write about how you've been fascinated by the paranormal for a long time. What drew you to write a book on the subject of haunted dolls?
My interest began many years ago with famous doll cases like Robert the Doll and Annabelle, and I saw an opportunity to explore beyond the sensational Hollywood portrayal by compiling a comprehensive, global look at smaller, lesser-known experiences and the people who owned these dolls.
Episode 146 - Francesca Way - Art, Occultism and Friendly Conjuration
Q: How do you aim to make your one-to-one sessions practical and accessible?
I meet clients where they're at and use divination tools to help them uncover their true will and purpose without overwhelming them with abstract concepts.

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What is Some Other Sphere about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on folklore, the paranormal, occult practices, and related esoteric subjects through conversations with researchers, authors, and practitioners. Episodes frequently explore historical case studies, regional traditions, and how culture shapes belief and skepticism, often blending scholarly insight with personal experience. A standout is the breadth of topics—from ufology and haunted objects to magical practice and fairy lore—paired with a patient, curiosity-driven interview style that invites guests to tell detailed, context-rich stories.

Listeners can expect thoughtful deep-dives, a Fortean-leaning yet open-minded approach, and interviews that balance archival history with modern interpretations. Its uniqueness lies in co... more

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Recent guests on Some Other Sphere include:

1. Shira Chess
2. Michael Wilson
3. Dean Bertram
4. Gavin Miller
5. Hugh Williams
6. Fiona Dodwell
7. Francesca Way
8. Tony Wright

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