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The Paranoid Strain

Fearful Jesuit
Ancient Aliens
Philip K. Dick
Ufos
Zecharia Sitchin
Anunnaki
Conspiracy Theories
Gnosticism
Nibiru
Gospel Of Judas
Erich Von Daniken
Aliens
VALIS
The Bible
Philip Cobbins
Consciousness
Bart Ehrman
Christianity
Chariots Of the Gods
Ancient Astronauts
Paul Mccartney

The podcast that explains why so many people believe ridiculous conspiracy theories.

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Latest Episodes

As promised, here's Annie Jacobsen's super-weird story about the *real* reason Area 51 was founded. It's super dumb. But fascinating. But dumb. Seriously. Real, real dumb. I don't know how she possibly believed this crap. Enjoy!

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We continue our exploration of the (actual) history of Area 51, this time emphasizing some of the truly awful, irresponsible, and dangerous stuff that went on there--not just nuclear tests, but a simulated dirty bomb explosion with radiation that sho... more

Merry Christmas, or Happy Hannukah, or like whatever you're into, folks. This time, we talk about Area 51's original raison d'etre, the notorious U2 spy plane. We learn how and why this odd-looking thing was built, how it played into one of the earli... more

We put J Allen's story to bed, and begin our exploration of the most mysterious stretch of desert on earth, Area 51. This time, we learn what happened when show artist Willem UFO and I visited Rachel Nevada, the wide spot in the road nearest to the G... more

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Recent Guests

George Van Tassel
An aviation engineer and ufologist known for his work in constructing the Integratron.
Episode: New! Unidentified--The cold war gets hot with Sputnik and the Integratron
Dr. Susan Clancy
An experimental psychologist and author studying alien abduction claims.
Harvard University
Episode: New! Unidentified--Maury says the alien IS the daddy...abductees and their alien hybrid children
Linda Napolitano
A woman who claims to have experienced alien abduction and wrote to Budd Hopkins for help.
Episode: New! Unidentified--Budd Hopkins and the Manhattan Alien Abduction
Budd Hopkins
A researcher known for his work on alien abductions and hypnosis techniques.
Episode: New! Unidentified--Budd Hopkins and the Manhattan Alien Abduction
George O'Barsky
Former liquor store owner who had his own UFO sighting.
Episode: New! Unidentified--Budd Hopkins and the Manhattan Alien Abduction
Dr. John Mack
A prominent Harvard psychiatrist known for his research on alien abductions.
Harvard University
Episode: New! Unidentified--The Harvard psychiatrist who believed in abductions
Matthew Bowman
Associate professor of history and religion at Claremont Graduate University, focusing on Mormon studies and new religious movements.
Claremont Graduate University
Episode: New! Unidentified--Barney, Betty, and the UFO they saw
Enman Durrana
Sumerian god-king as channeled on a popular AM radio show.
Love Chat
Episode: Encore: Upon a Red Horse, Part III
Bruce Brattle Jr.
Son of renowned director Bruce Brattle, known for his daredevil antics and UFO advocacy.
Episode: Encore: Upon a Red Horse, Part II

Hosts

Fearful Jesuit
Co-host and main narrator of the series, contributing commentary and analysis.
Dana
Co-host providing commentary and analysis, engaging with themes explored throughout the series.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 409 ratings
  • Fun ideas, rough execution

    I’ve been diving into conspiracy theories lately just to have some fun and this podcast does a good job of covering popular conspiracy theories as well as debunking them. However it has an irritating “I am very smart” tone that becomes hard to listen to over time.

    Less time name calling and talking down on people and more time debunking on its own merit would help this show a good bit

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Snowglob3
    United States5 months ago
  • Best Paranoid Podcast Ever

    Updated Oct 2024 - this has got to be the best podcast for giving the details on conspiracy theories! Not only the what, but the who, when, why, and where!

    The 40 Year Old Boy told me to listen, so I did listen to the first one. I fell in love with Mr Fearful Jesuit's podcast. So now I listen whether Mike tells me to or not. But continue to pay Mike to pimp your show so he quits begging me for money!

    Anyway, The Paranoid Strain is a really fun podcast with real information about the various... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Best Show Ever Fan
    United Statesa year ago
  • Informative

    Entertaining and informative, the best part is that they give references for their assertions not just say go do your on research. You can do your own research but look for references and collaborations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matt Bluth
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great concept, poor execution

    The meat & bones of the podcast are great in concept but holy cow, listening to it is ROUGH. I got halfway through one episode and had to stop bc it was just way too painful to listen to. The wooden, “I’m obviously reading from a script.” Then add the super long, bizarre sound effects, and the whole thing becomes an assault on the eardrums. Honestly they should pay everyone compensation for the mess.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Keisha Parker
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love this crazy world

    Delightful and remarkable what kind of nonsense people believe. Love this show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bilas Peles
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the podcast for its entertaining, informative discussions that effectively analyze conspiracy theories and UFO phenomena.
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New! Unidentified--Troy McClure and the Close Encounters Man
Q: So what's the deal with this guy?
Hynek was a Chicago boy, born to Czech immigrant parents and educated at the University of Chicago; he became a key figure in the UFO phenomenon.
New! Unidentified--The Harvard psychiatrist who believed in abductions
Q: Dr. Mack, what does this all mean?
Mack explained that the experiences of abduction are real and not psychiatric disturbances, suggesting a significant phenomenon often ridiculed in contemporary culture.
New! Unidentified--What Barney and Betty Hill actually saw (it wasn't a UFO)
Q: Well, then if it wasn't aliens, what did they see?
The answer is uncertain, but there have been various suggestions proposed over the years, including the possibility they saw Jupiter or a beacon light from an observation tower.
New! Unidentified--Barney, Betty, and the UFO they saw
Q: What intrigued you to write about the story of Betty and Barney Hill?
Dr. Bowman highlights his discovery of the Hills' personal documents that provided a rich narrative, motivating him to explore their story in depth.
New! Unidentified, Episode 9: Nibiru needs gold--and sperm, for some reason
Q: What is the significance of the Anunnaki in historical contexts?
The Anunnaki are often portrayed as gods within ancient Mesopotamian mythology, with various interpretations linking them to modern conspiracy theories.

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

A podcast dedicated to exploring the intriguing world of conspiracy theories and UFO phenomena, offering a thoughtful analysis of why certain beliefs take hold in society. Each episode typically features historical cases, personal narratives, and discussions about the intersection of science and spirituality, particularly concerning alien abductions. Noteworthy is the use of humor and critical thinking to dissect and debunk popular conspiracy theories while engaging listeners in a mix of intriguing storytelling and factual examination. This podcast stands out for its depth of research, its exploration of historical events surrounding UFO sightings, and the psychological implications of belief in conspiracy narratives, drawing connections be... more

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1. George Van Tassel
2. Dr. Susan Clancy
3. Linda Napolitano
4. Budd Hopkins
5. George O'Barsky
6. Dr. John Mack
7. Matthew Bowman
8. Enman Durrana

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