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Truly Terrified: Paranormal vs. Physics
by Truly Terrified
Joe and Lin talk about all sorts of things. He’s a physicist and a mathematician while Lin is a little bit more, shall we say, woo. Lin tells Joe stories of things she thinks are really strange, a little scary, or downright paranormal and he goes there, as far as his science brain can take him. Sometimes he has an explanation for how science can explain something, but other times he calls BS. And sometimes, just sometimes, Lin convinces him that there are things that defy explanation.Come along and listen in to see if either of us will change your mind.
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99 - Fear: What We Are Afraid Of and What We Can Do About It
More people than ever before are expressing fear about the world and their place in it. From health challenges, food shortages, looming wars, to lost faith in our government, more than any other time in modern history US citizens are scared and feel powerless. Here's what you can do about it....
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98 - Are Wellness Camps Just Another Name For Concentration Camps?
New United States Secretary of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. has floated the idea of forming wellness camps where people with a diagnosis would be sent to "get well" through healthy living and work on the land. Hmmm. Sounds familiar....
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97 - Is the Earth Flat?
There are people, maybe a lot of people, who believe the Earth is flat. Should we take them seriously or just pass them off as cranks? Joe is a scientist and Lin (the mom) is a little more woo. They go toe to toe about all sorts of things Lin thinks are real and Joe says science can explain... or...
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UFOs, UAPs, and Aliens: A Paranormal vs. Physics Debate
The speakers analyze the evolution of public perception of these phenomena, influenced by media portrayals and cultural biases. They also examine the credibility of various explanations, ranging from misidentified objects to potential government cover-ups, highlighting the challenges in...
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The Loch Ness Monster: Myth or Reality?
The hosts explore historical accounts, ranging from a 6th-century biography to modern-day sightings, analyzing the plausibility of the monster's existence. They consider various explanations, including misinterpretations, hoaxes, and the possibility of undiscovered species.
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Dogmen, Werewolves, and Rabies: An Investigation
The hosts explore eyewitness accounts of dogmen and werewolves in the United States, focusing on sightings near the Great Lakes. They discuss the differences and similarities between these cryptids, examining specific cases and considering alternative explanations. One theory proposed is that...
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Numerology: Numbers, Destiny, and the Paranormal
The hosts discuss numerology, exploring its methods of assigning numerical values to letters and interpreting resulting numbers for personal insights or predictions. The hosts debate the validity of numerology, considering various systems and interpretations, while acknowledging its widespread…
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Is The Church Of Satan More Constitutional Than Christianity?
Join us as we discuss the Church of Satan, dispelling common misconceptions about it as an evil, paranormal organization. The speakers explain that the Church of Satan is actually a small group advocating for individualism and religious freedom, using Satan as a symbol of rebellion against…
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Psychics - Are They For Real Or Is It All Just A Scam?
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The Grave In The Yard - A First Person Modern Account
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Backyard Graves: Uncommon Burials and Their Mysteries
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The Secret Law of Attraction and How It Works
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The Law of Attraction: Fact or Fiction?
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Remembering Past Lives - Kids' Memories of Reincarnation
A new episode
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Weird Ways Humans Might Be Reproduced
A new episode
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Exploring Deja Vu
This discussion is a deep dive into a recent episode of Truly Terrified. The hosts talk about the finer points Lin and Joe brought up and come to their own conclusions.
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82 - Reality Is Scary! Luigi is A Folk Hero? Health Insurance Kills?
After 3 months off we're back with a new season and new tangible fears - Reality! On December 4, 2024 Luigi Mangione allegedly assassinated CEO Brian Thompson. We don't know the motive but we do know that a lot of people are hailing Luigi as a hero. Why do people hate the health insurance…
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81 - What Is A Near Death Experience? What Happens When You DIE?? - Near DEATH Experiences #NDE
I've been fascinated by Near Death Experiences (NDE) since I was a kid. I'm still not sure what I think is happening in these cases, but science is catching up. Is it all chemical or is there something #paranormal going on? ｡+ﾟ☆ﾟ+｡★｡+ﾟ☆ﾟ+｡★｡+ﾟ☆ﾟ+｡★｡+ﾟ☆+｡｡+ﾟ☆ﾟ+｡★｡+ﾟ☆ﾟ+｡★｡+ﾟ☆ﾟ+｡★｡+ﾟ☆ﾟ+｡ Joe is a...
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80 - THESE CAN’T BE REAL! - Ghost Stories REACTIONS
We watched some first-person #ghost encounter videos and gave our reactions. The second one doesn’t feel genuine at all. What do you think? ｡+ﾟ☆ﾟ+｡★｡+ﾟ☆ﾟ+｡★｡+ﾟ☆ﾟ+｡★｡+ﾟ☆+｡｡+ﾟ☆ﾟ+｡★｡+ﾟ☆ﾟ+｡★｡+ﾟ☆ﾟ+｡★｡+ﾟ☆ﾟ+｡ Joe is a scientist and Lin (the mom) is a little more woo. They go toe to toe about all sorts…
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79 - Is Your Twin Flame Really Out There Waiting For You?
Do you have the sense that there is someone out there in the world who is meant for you, and only you? Like they complete a part of you that is missing? They alone can make you whole. You may be looking for your #twinflame #soulmate #truelove https://thefullifebyrachel.com/...
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78 - Can Luck Make You Rich?
#GoodLuck , #badluck , or No Luck At All? This entire subject is very confusing. I can see it from different angles and in some cases I think, something #supernatural is going on with luck. But, then, maybe not. Maybe it’s really truly cause and effect. I just don’t know. Do you have an opinion?...
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77 - Is Déjà vu Paranormal?
Déjà vu is a French term that means "already seen." It's when you feel like you've been in a situation before, even though you know you haven't. It's like your brain is tricking you into thinking you remember something that never actually happened. Around two-thirds of people have experienced…
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76 - What If Science Already Has An Explanation For Telepathy, Auras, Or Even Ghosts?
Could Quantum Entanglement be behind #ghost sightings and #psychic phenomena? #Quantum Entanglement is a difficult to understand, and developing model of the Universe. Scientists are looking at it to explain human consciousness, even while utilizing it to deploy satellites and conduct…
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75 - Telepathy: Is Mind Reading Real?
A quick search on Google will take you down a wild path of believers who claim they can receive and transmit messages with their minds. We'll leave it to you to draw your own conclusions. In this episode guest contributor Arash Safavi shares some insights about an App he's developed that can…
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74 - When Ghosts Come To Call: What Else Could It Be?
We looked at several first-person accounts of seeing a ghost and tried to explain them with ordinary ideas. Joe had a novel approach that Lin hadn't thought of, and honestly, it scared the crap out of her! #ghost #spirits Joe is a scientist and Lin (the mom) is a little more woo. They go toe to…
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73 - Which has a better chance of getting you what you want: casting a spell or praying to God?
Casting Spells and Making Sh!t Happen - How Does It Work? In this episode we look into spells and how they work. We also share a few that YOU can do for money, love, and protection. Joe is a scientist and Lin (the mom) is a little more woo. They go toe to toe about all sorts of things Lin thinks...
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72 - Werewolves and Dog Men in the United States
While the myth of the #werewolf has been passed down for thousands of years in Europe and the Middle East, the US equivalent is alive and well in... Wisconsin! Lin has a theory and Joe talks about exactly what science it would take for werewolves and #dogman to exist. Hunting the American…
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71 - How Can a Number Define You? Is There Anything to Numerology?
I mean, there might be something to it, right? Or maybe not. #numerology is the art of assigning numeric values to you or your circumstances that with interpretation then illuminates it with meaning. But, after Joe drops the bombshell about Pi, I'm blown away. It might really be The God Number!...
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70 - The Loch Ness Monster - Exploring The Myths and Possibilities
The Loch Ness Monster (#lochnessmonster ) has been around for over a thousand years but we still don’t have a definitive answer - is it real? In this episode, we discuss the history, sightings, and research into Nessie, the original lake monster. We mentioned alligators at one point and we were...
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69 - What Are Your Chances of Getting Hit By Falling Space Trash?
About one piece of space junk falls to Earth every day, and the frequency and numbers are increasing. While it seems like your chances of getting hit by this falling debris are astronomically small, the truth is that a surprising number of people (or their property) do get hit. Is it fate,...
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68 - Can Taking Drugs Lead You To Spiritual Enlightenment?
Drugs - whether legal or illegal, natural or manmade, have been used since the dawn of civilization, in an effort to reach spiritual enlightenment. Joe is a scientist and Lin (the mom) is a little more woo. They go toe to toe about all sorts of things Lin thinks are real and Joe says science can...
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67 - These Things Sound Paranormal But Aren't! You asked for it.
Our listeners asked us to debunk some things they thought were woo. So we looked into them and you may be surprised by what we found out. Joe is a scientist and Lin (the mom) is a little more woo. They go toe to toe about all sorts of things Lin thinks are real and Joe says science can explain......
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66 - Is Paganism a Religion or is it the Ultimate Non-Religious Belief System?
#pagan #religion Pagans are all around the world and have existed since the earliest times but no one can agree on what exactly paganism is. Joe is a scientist and Lin (the mom) is a little more woo. They go toe to toe about all sorts of things Lin thinks are real and Joe says science can...
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65 - So, You Think You Know Alchemy? Listen up!
There's a few commonly used meanings for Alchemy. In this episode we delve into the original meaning. Joe is a scientist and Lin (the mom) is a little more woo. They go toe to toe about all sorts of things Lin thinks are real and Joe says science can explain... or maybe it can't. Sometimes they...
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64 - Do You Believe That Chupacabras Exist?
I believe in a lot of paranormal things, but this one I just don't buy. But, we love a good discussion and if you disagree, let us know! Our contact info is below. Joe is a scientist and Lin (the mom) is a little more woo. They go toe to toe about all sorts of things Lin thinks are real and Joe...
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63 - Do You Remember Your Past Lives? Do A Quiz With Us And Find Out!
Joe and Lin did a quiz together to find out if they have any memories of a past life. If YOU have a story about your own #reincarnation journey, send it to us! Contact info below. Joe is a scientist and Lin (the mom) is a little more woo. They go toe to toe about all sorts of things Lin thinks…
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62 - Why Are We Still Questioning The Existence Of Dragons?
The two intrepid "wonderers" examine the existence of dragons. Joe is a scientist and Lin (the mom) is a little more woo. They go toe to toe about all sorts of things Lin thinks are real and Joe says science can explain... or maybe it can't. Sometimes they sound mad, but we promise they are not....
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61 - Superhuman Strength - Is It For Real?
We've all heard about ordinary people being able to lift a car off a loved one but is this just an urban legend or is it true? And if it's true, how does that even work? Maybe something else is working behind the scenes - something paranormal. Joe is a scientist and Lin (the mom) is a little more...
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60 - The 2024 Solar Eclipse Was A Big Disappointment #podcast
Joe and Lin traveled to the path of totality to see the 2024 solar eclipse, and it wasn't what they expected. Video includes the 15 minutes leading up to and the 4 minutes of totality. See for yourself... was the drive worth it? Joe has some interesting perspectives and they share what they...
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59 - Dreams That Come True: Viewer's Stories #podcast
We put out a call for viewers to share their stories and we had enough of this one subject - Prophetic Dreams - to make an entire episode. Has this ever happened to you? Let us know! Joe is a scientist and Lin (the mom) is a little more woo. They go toe to toe about all sorts of things Lin thinks...
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58 - Did You Know This About Telepathy? #podcast
Countless people have had experiences that they believe are telepathic and yet, science debunks it. And what about twins? Listen to hear my theory about it and then let me know what you think in the comments. Joe is a scientist and Lin (the mom) is a little more woo. They go toe to toe about all...
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57 - Area 51 - What is REALLY Going On Out There? Aliens? Experimental Military Stuff? UFOs?
I believe in Aliens! Okay, I said it. Joe isn't so sure. But he does have some interesting insights into the whole Area 51 mystique. Joe is a scientist and Lin (the mom) is a little more woo. They go toe to toe about all sorts of things Lin thinks are real and Joe says science can explain... or...
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56 - Near Death Experiences Defy Current Scientific Understanding #podcast
#NDE have been studied and reported on in scientific papers and we're no closer to understanding what in the world is going on. Across all religions and even experienced by blind people, Near Death Experiences are baffling. Joe even has a #physics theory. Is it all just a #simulation ? What do…
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55 - Can Prayer Heal You or Is It All One Great Big Scam? #podcast
Lin grew up watching faith healers on TV. As time went on she became pretty skeptical that any of it was true. But, maybe it is. If you've ever wondered how it works - if it works at all - listen in. Joe is a scientist and Lin (the mom) is a little more woo. They go toe to toe about all sorts of...
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54 - Are Aliens Mutilating Livestock Across The World?
From Montana to Australia, livestock have been found surgically mutilated for centuries. Ranchers have some theories, and so do the researchers. What do you think is going on? Joe is a scientist and Lin (the mom) is a little more woo. They go toe to toe about all sorts of things Lin thinks are…
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53 - Shocking UFO Sighting in Arizona - True Story! #podcast #grandcanyon #science #paranormal
When Lin's neighbor told her about his close encounter with a #UFO, she believed him. It turns out there was another #UAP downed in the same area with an #alien on board! #podcast Joe is a scientist and Lin (the mom) is a little more woo. They go toe to toe about all sorts of things Lin thinks…
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52 - The Surprising Link: False Memories and the Paranormal
From The Church of Satan, to the Mandela Effect, False Memories plague us at every turn. We uncover a surprising link to paranormal beliefs. Joe is a scientist and Lin (the mom) is a little more woo. They go toe to toe about all sorts of things Lin thinks are real and Joe says science can...
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51 - The Church of Satan: NOT What You Think!
The Church of Satan is not what you think it is. Joe is a scientist and Lin (the mom) is a little more woo. They go toe to toe about all sorts of things Lin thinks are real and Joe says science can explain... or maybe it can't. Sometimes they sound mad, but we promise they are not. Please like,...
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50 - Angels and Demons: Guardians or Malevolent Forces?
Our 50th episode! Thanks to everyone on Spotify, Amazon, Apple, Stitcher, and of course, YouTube for listening in on our conversations. We love you all. And, thanks to Salt of the Earth Press for bringing our voices to the world. ;) In this episode, Lin and Joe talk about the strange phenomenon…
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Joe and Lin talk about all sorts of things. He’s a physicist and a mathematician while Lin is a little bit more, shall we say, woo. Lin tells Joe stories of things she thinks are really strange, a little scary, or downright paranormal and he goes there, as far as his science brain can take him. Sometimes he has an explanation for how science can explain something, but other times he calls BS. And sometimes, just sometimes, Lin convinces him that there are things that defy explanation.Come along and listen in to see if either of us will change your mind.
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