Uncanny
BBC Radio 4From ghostly phantoms to UFOs, Danny Robins investigates real-life stories of paranormal encounters. So, are you Team Believer or Team Sceptic?
Written and presented by Danny Robins Editor and Sound Designer: Charlie Brandon-King Music: Evelyn Sykes Theme Music by Lanterns on the Lake Produced by Danny Robins and Simon Barnard
A Bafflegab and Uncanny Media production for BBC Radio 4
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 157 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | DocumentarySociety & Culture | |||
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What happens when a ghost accuses someone of murder? Danny Robins and team investigate a haunting that rocked Georgian London.
Two dead wives, a man facing the gallows, and a possible ghost that seems hellbent on justice. But is it genuinely parano... more
Danny Robins has a close encounter with the original alien abduction case.
On a quiet night in 1961, Barney and Betty Hill are driving home through New Hampshire when they see something in the sky that will change their lives forever. What they rec... more
Danny Robins' historical investigation into a poltergeist in 1960s Pontefract continues.
Mr Nobody has been getting the blame for everything from floating candlesticks, to teeth marks left in sandwiches, but things are about to take a darker turn. ... more
Danny Robins investigates a potential poltergeist haunting in the very first episode of Uncanny Cold Cases, a new series investigating some of the spookiest paranormal events ever documented. The series kicks off with a two-part story that’s been cal... more
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- Cold Cases
On paper I can see why this made sense as a format that could pad space between the more labour intensive ‘proper’ shows, but they just don’t land without the first person accounts were used to. Feels like I’m being read a bedtime story :)
Apple Podcasts3Kris Jam
United Kingdom2 days ago - Love cold case episode 4
I’m only 10 and the theme song of this holy guacamole. This is the best thing ever and cold cases episode four made me laugh.
Apple Podcasts51234elliottlawUnited Kingdom2 days ago - Cock lane poltergeist
In the original telling of this story the character Fanny, was genuinely known as “scratchy fanny” because of the scratching and banging noises.
Apple Podcasts5r100gserUnited Kingdom3 days ago - YouTube obsession has ruined format
Uncanny used to be amazing - immersive- different- and so well produced- kudos to the producer. Cold cases eps are anything but. Three people in a room chatting in a vaguely unstructured way - like everything else at the moment. Genuinely sad that the obsession with “visualised podcasts” (YouTube videos ) has spoiled things.
Apple Podcasts2Reviewing2026United Kingdom5 days ago - No good
What a complete waste of effort. Another load of tax payers money down the drain.
Apple Podcasts1JH 6753United Kingdom7 days ago
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Apple Podcasts | #34 |  United States/Society & Culture/Documentary |
Apple Podcasts | #220 | United States/Society & Culture |
Spotify | #55 | United Kingdom/Top Podcasts |
Spotify | #9 | United Kingdom/Society & Culture |
Spotify | #40 | United Kingdom/Trending |
Apple Podcasts | #50 | United Kingdom/Top Podcasts |
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What is Uncanny about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Paranormal-focused storytelling blends firsthand accounts with expert context and balanced skepticism. Listeners frequently encounter conversations around ghosts, hauntings, UFOs, and related phenomena, with episodes often weaving personal testimony, historical setting, and psychological analyses. A notable strength is the thoughtful mix of witness testimony, academic insights, and sometimes skeptical critique, which helps both believers and skeptics engage without heavy-handed bias. The format often centers on community-sourced experiences or high-profile cases, making it appealing to curious audiences who enjoy careful storytelling and nuanced discussion. A standout aspect is the ongoing commitment to quality production, credible guest co... more
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1. Ciaran O'Keefe
2. Dr. Ciarán O'Keefe
3. Dr. Ciaran O'Keeffe
4. Ben Machell
5. Diane Morgan
6. Mariam Mashiri
7. Dr Ciaran O'Keeffe
8. Matt Weselowski
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