Poltergeists & Talking Mongooses: The Strange Cases of Dr. Nandor Fodor

Before ghost hunting was a TV staple, Dr. Nandor Fodor was already doing it weirder and smarter than anyone else. In this episode we dig into the strange career of the paranormal investigator almost nobody talks about. From the Thornton Heath poltergeist to his most infamous case: a talking mongoose on the Isle of Man named Jeff who claimed to be born in New Delhi in 1852. Fodor's wild theory that poltergeists are manifestations of repressed trauma put him at odds with spiritualists, got him fired, and inspired more than a few lawsuits, but it also shaped how we think about the paranormal to this day.  Calendar of the Weird: New Jersey's 4th Annual Cryptids and Paranormal Conference Date: June 6, 2026 Location: Plainsboro, New Jersey, USA (Crowne Plaza Princeton Conference Center) What it is: A rapidly growing East Coast hotspot for fans of hidden zoology and local lore. This gathering features extensive deep dives, presentations, and panel discussions focusing on regional cryptids (including Jersey Devil theories), unexplained regional phenomena, and local paranormal investigative data. Link: NJ Cryptids & Paranormal Conference Tickets via Eventbrite Traditional Northern Hemisphere Litha / Midsummer Preparations Dates: Ongoing throughout early June (Culminating June 21, 2026) Location: Global / Stonehenge, Wiltshire, UK What it is: While the exact astronomical Summer Solstice lands on June 21, the opening week of June marks the traditional beginning of localized Pagan and Druidic gatherings across Europe. Pagan communities begin setting up sacred spaces, building communal bonfires, and preparing for the high-energy solar alignment celebrations marking the peak of the Sun God's power. Link: Pagan Wheel of the Year Context via Tripr Travel     R4_00597_EXP01_Horror_atmosphere by kevp888 -- https://freesound.org/s/759670/ -- License: Attribution 4.0