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The Paracast — The Gold Standard of Paranormal Radio

Gene Steinberg
Ufos
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UFO Phenomena
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Roswell
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Extraterrestrial Life
Cattle Mutilations
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UFO Abductions
Aztec UFO Incident
Paranormal Phenomena

All episodes starting in 2022 feature better audio and fewer ads! The Paracast is a paranormal radio show that takes you on a journey to a world beyond science, where UFOs, poltergeists and strange phenomena of all kinds have been reported by millions. The Paracast seeks to shed light on the mysteries and complexities of our Universe and the secrets that surround us in our everyday lives. Join lon... more

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Latest Episodes

Gene and Geneva feature Oberon Zell, founder of the Church of All Worlds and a key figure in the modern pagan movement, in a wide-ranging discussion with Geneva and The. Oberon recounted how he transitioned from Tim to Otter and then to Oberon, and d... more

Gene and Geneva present MUFON UFO researcher Greg Cisko discussing UFO phenomena and crash retrievals. The conversation covered Greg's personal UFO sightings from the late 1960s, including a triangular object his family observed, and his involvement ... more

Gene and Geneva present MUFON board member Robert Spering, who shares his extensive experience and research in the field of UFOs and related phenomena. The conversation covered a wide range of topics, including the history of Spearing's involvement w... more

Filmmaker Ron James, producer of major UFO documentaries, joins an extensive discussion about his work and the prospect for disclosure. Speaking with Gene and Geneva, he detais the tragic passing of Chris O'Brien, a former co-host of The Paracast and... more

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Recent Guests

Oberon Zell
Founder of the Church of All Worlds, Pagan leader
Church of All Worlds
Episode: October 4, 2026 — Pagan Founder Oberon Zell
Greg Cisko
MUFON researcher and guest on the episode
Mutual UFO Network (MUFON)
Episode: September 27, 2026 — MUFON Researcher Greg Cisko
Bob Sperling
MUFON board member and researcher
Mutual UFO Network (MUFON)
Episode: September 20, 2026 — MUFON's Robert Sperling
Ron James
Filmmaker focusing on UFOs/UAPs, collaborator with MUFON
Mufon
Episode: September 13, 2026 — Filmmaker Ron James
Joshua Chaires
Paranormal investigator known as The Phantom Detective
Phantom Detectives
Episode: "Phantom Detective" Joshua Chaires
Kevin D. Randle
UFO researcher and author
Episode: August 30, 3026 — Veteran UFO Researcher Kevin D. Randle
Preston Dennett
Prolific author of UFO-related books and articles
Independent researcher/author
Episode: August 23, 2026 — UFO Contact Hunter Preston Dennett
Chris Rutkowski
Canadian UFO researcher and science writer
Canadian UFO Report / CanadianUFOReport.ca
Episode: April 26, 2026 — UFO Scientist Chris Rutkowski
Red Pill Junkie
Paranormal researcher and writer, guest on The Paracast
Episode: April 19, 2026 — Cutting-Edge Paranormal Commentator Red Pill Junkie

Host

Gene Steinberg
Host of The Paracast; long-time paranormal writer and researcher; central figure driving the show's historical and analytical depth.

Reviews

3.3 out of 5 stars from 824 ratings
  • Paracast is lame

    Terrible waste of time.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Dupfnekwzpixt
    United States5 months ago
  • Worst podcast I have listened to

    Aside from the daunting amount of commercials, these guys are jokes and treat their guests really rudely and they have low emotional intelligence and regular intelligence. Boo

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    elleyhey
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good sometimes Great show

    The Return of the Rockoids Gene , Five Stars

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    menshacawa!
    United States2 years ago
  • An excellent episode with a truly engaging storyteller

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Phara
    2 years ago
  • Great show

    My favorite podcast hands down. Dave and Gene are very intelligent and aren't afraid to ask the real questions.

    2/8/25

    Still a good show, sadly Dave left Chris replaced him, both have passed away. Chris and Dave were my favorite co-host

    Still recommend 👍

    ~A

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Allen Garrow
    United States2 years ago

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The show is praised for its long-form storytelling and knowledgeable hosts.
Listeners appreciate in-depth archival UFO/history discussions and expert guests.
Ads and pacing receive mixed feedback, with some burdened by commercial breaks.

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October 4, 2026 — Pagan Founder Oberon Zell
Q: How did Oberon Zell come to adopt that name and identity?
A spiritual sign occurred when Morning Glory helped him discover that he should be called Oberon, a name that connected him to mythic and ritual roles, and after a baptism, he embraced it as his lifelong identity.
September 27, 2026 — MUFON Researcher Greg Cisko
Q: What makes Leonard Stringfield's crash retrieval reports compelling to you, and how do you view the credibility of his sources?
Stringfield collected reports from a broad network and often did not name sources to protect them; the consistency of descriptions across many witnesses worldwide is striking, and while this does not prove the physical reality of craft, it highlights a persistent pattern that warrants serious consideration in evaluating the phenomenon.
September 27, 2026 — MUFON Researcher Greg Cisko
Q: What is your view on the origin of the phenomenon, ETH versus other explanations?
The extraterrestrial hypothesis is one of the larger problems today, but it should be framed as non-human intelligence, which could be interdimensional, extraterrestrial, or something that has always been here; the important thing is to acknowledge that the phenomenon is real and not simply imagination.
August 23, 2026 — UFO Contact Hunter Preston Dennett
Q: Preston, what sparked your interest and kept you in the UFO field after initially doubting the phenomenon?
Dennett explains that personal sightings in his family and community, plus heavy corroboration from witnesses, gradually shifted his view from skepticism to a research-driven belief in the reality and impact of onboard encounters.
April 19, 2026 — Cutting-Edge Paranormal Commentator Red Pill Junkie
Q: How do you view the relationship between belief systems and the interpretation of UFO phenomena?
Belief systems can act like a filter through which people interpret ambiguous data; strong narratives may both illuminate and distort what is observed, depending on the cultural and psychological context.

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What is The Paracast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A long-running paranormal talk show featuring deep dives into ufology, hauntings, Fortean history, and fringe science, often pairing seasoned hosts with rotating co-hosts and expert guests. Recent episodes balance historical UFO investigations, the Golden Age of ufology, and ongoing debates about technology's influence on paranormal discourse, all with a focus on credible inquiry, archival context, and lively, conversation-driven interviews. The program tends to attract listeners who enjoy detailed historical analysis, late-20th-century UFO lore, and culture around paranormal media, while occasionally courting contemporary tech and AI angles within fringe topics. Noteworthy is a pattern of blending archival research with on-air storytelling... more

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Recent guests on The Paracast include:

1. Oberon Zell
2. Greg Cisko
3. Bob Sperling
4. Ron James
5. Joshua Chaires
6. Kevin D. Randle
7. Preston Dennett
8. Chris Rutkowski

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