High Strangeness

#84 Training Pack Animals for Extreme Terrain (2025) Exploring the Role of Mules in Military Operations and Disaster Relief with Mike Toberer.    In this episode of High Strangeness, host Tony explores the unconventional yet pivotal role of mules in military operations and disaster relief efforts. Guest Mike Tober from Mountain Mule Packers Ranch in North Carolina joins the conversation to share insights into his company's work, which includes training special forces to pack equipment using mules. The discussion delves into the logistics and challenges of using mules for missions in difficult terrains, the unique attributes of mules, and how they have been instrumental in disaster relief during events like Hurricane Helene. The episode also covers the nonprofit arm, Mission Mules, which deploys quickly to assist in disaster-stricken areas by leveraging volunteers and public support. The session concludes by highlighting the therapeutic and community-building aspects of mule packing and encouraging audience involvement.    00:00 Introduction and Initial Setup  00:26 Welcome to High Strangeness  01:14 Meet Mike Tober from Mountain Mule Packer Ranch  01:52 The Origin of Mountain Mule Packers  04:12 Understanding Mules  05:53 Mules in Disaster Relief  09:29 Military vs. Civilian Mule Packing  12:45 Training Mules and Handlers  25:50 Mission Mules Nonprofit  30:45 Utilizing Technology in Mule Operations  32:18 The Role and Prevalence of Mules in the US  33:59 Challenges and Emotional Impact of Mule Operations  35:45 Health and Welfare of Mules and Handlers  38:12 Emergency Protocols and Equipment  43:33 Future of Mule Packing in Military and Survival Operations  49:15 Company Overview and Services  55:20 Becoming a Mule Packer and Volunteer Opportunities  57:20 Final Thoughts and Contact Information   Subscribe for more: Http://www.youtube.com/@highstrangeness2024 [http://www.youtube.com/@highstrangeness2024]   Follow us on X (twitter): https://x.com/highstrangeshow [https://x.com/highstrangeshow] Follow us onInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/highstrangenespodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/highstrangenespodcast/] Follow us on TikTok: Http://www.tiktok.com/@highstrangeness24 [http://www.tiktok.com/@highstrangeness24] Follow us on iHeart radio;  https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-high-strangeness-161844628/ [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-high-strangeness-161844628/]   Visit our website: Http://www.Highstrangenesshow.com [http://www.highstrangenesshow.com/]

#83b UFO, Ghost, Devil n Paranormal (Devil in Dreamland w/Ursula Bielski)   The Devil in Dreamland: UFOs, The Occult, and Their Impact on Faith In part two of an intriguing discussion, author and researcher Ursula Bielski delves into the intersections of Catholic faith, UFO phenomena, and the occult. The conversation explores the story of Chris Blazo and his alleged contact with Pope Francis regarding an assassination plot, revealing the complexities and controversies surrounding UFO summoning and the belief in extraterrestrial beings. The dialogue further examines the historical and modern-day influences of figures like Aleister Crowley on UFO beliefs and their roots in occult practices. Additionally, it highlights the impact of these phenomena on religious faith, particularly within the Christian community, and discusses the potential deceptions and spiritual dangers they may pose. The episode concludes with insights into Bielski’s upcoming projects and her continuous efforts to explore and address the strange and unexpected elements within our reality.    00:00 Introduction and Recap  01:03 Chris Bledsoe's Encounter and UFO Summoning  02:32 The Ghost Box Incident and Assassination Plot  06:54 Skepticism and Fraud in Paranormal Claims  09:07 Technological vs. Spiritual Explanations for UFOs  21:10 Historical and Occult Connections to UFO Beliefs  29:41 UFO Experiences and Christianity  30:30 Influence of Prominent Figures  32:23 Near-Death Experiences and New Age Beliefs  34:08 Catholic Church and Scientific Exploration  37:49 Introduction to 'The Devil in Dreamland'  38:20 Exploring 'Another World'  41:13 Spiritualism and Parapsychology  43:28 Days of Noah and Modern Ufology  45:59 Spiritualists, Skin Walkers, and SpaceX  47:47 Trekkies in the Vatican  51:59 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Projects   Subscribe for more: Http://www.youtube.com/@highstrangeness2024 [http://www.youtube.com/@highstrangeness2024]   Follow us on X (twitter): https://x.com/highstrangeshow [https://x.com/highstrangeshow] Follow us onInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/highstrangenespodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/highstrangenespodcast/] Follow us on TikTok: Http://www.tiktok.com/@highstrangeness24 [http://www.tiktok.com/@highstrangeness24] Follow us on iHeart radio;  https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-high-strangeness-161844628/ [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-high-strangeness-161844628/]   Visit our website: Http://www.Highstrangenesshow.com [http://www.highstrangenesshow.com/]

#83a UFO, Ghost, Devil n Paranormal (Devil in Dreamland w/Ursula Bielski) Ursula Bielski's Journey: From Haunted Houses to UFO Research    In this episode of High Strangeness, host Tony welcomes Ursula Bielski, a veteran paranormal researcher, historian, folklorist, and parapsychologist, to discuss her transition from ghost and haunting investigations to UFO research. Ursula shares her personal accounts, starting from her childhood experiences in a haunted house in Chicago, her academic ventures in parapsychology, and her foray into ghost hunting. She also explores the spiritual and sometimes dark side of her work, including spirit communication and its impact on her personal life. Ursula then delves into her recent interest in UFO phenomena and the connections between paranormal, occult practices, and UFO sightings, culminating in her latest book, 'The Devil in Dreamland.' This thought-provoking discussion highlights the intersections of various unexplained phenomena and their implications on our understanding of the supernatural and scientific realms.    00:00 Introduction to Ursula Bielski's Journey  00:39 Welcome to High Strangeness  01:20 Meet Ursula Bielski  03:42 Growing Up in a Haunted House  05:44 Academic Pursuits in Parapsychology  09:20 The Rise of Ghost Hunting  10:16 Spirit Communication and Its Consequences  18:11 Personal Struggles and Dark Experiences  23:54 A Shift Towards Demonology  33:50 Exploring UFO Research  36:56 Reflecting on Life's Path  38:07 Dark and Diabolical UFO Experiences  38:31 Catholic Church's Stance on Extraterrestrials  40:46 The Importance of Awareness  42:58 Introducing the Book: The Devil in Dreamland  44:46 The Occult Origins of Ufology  50:14 Haunted Encounters and UFO Summoning  59:32 The Influence of Science Fiction and the Occult  01:06:42 Connecting Tools of the Occult and UFO Summoning 01:12:30 Concluding Thoughts and Upcoming Episode   Subscribe for more: Http://www.youtube.com/@highstrangeness2024 [http://www.youtube.com/@highstrangeness2024]   Follow us on X (twitter): https://x.com/highstrangeshow [https://x.com/highstrangeshow] Follow us onInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/highstrangenespodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/highstrangenespodcast/] Follow us on TikTok: Http://www.tiktok.com/@highstrangeness24 [http://www.tiktok.com/@highstrangeness24] Follow us on iHeart radio;  https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-high-strangeness-161844628/ [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-high-strangeness-161844628/]   Visit our website: Http://www.Highstrangenesshow.com [http://www.highstrangenesshow.com/]

#82b UFO, ET, Supernatural & the Reality part 2 (High Strangeness with Preston Dennett) Exploring Humanoid Encounters: Preston Dennett on High Strangeness In the second part of a discussion with UFO and paranormal researcher and author Preston Dennett, the episode delves into Dennett's recent book 'Humanoids and High Strangeness: Twenty True UFO Encounters.' The dialogue covers the varied accounts of humanoid and extraterrestrial encounters, emphasizing the diversity of beings described by contactees. Dennett shares insights on common themes such as face-to-face interactions with humanoids, the universal humanoid template, and the contactees' transformative experiences. The conversation touches on cultural interpretations of extraterrestrial encounters, the spiritual implications, and the scientific approach to studying these phenomena. 00:00 Introduction to Preston Dennett's New Book 01:12 Exploring Humanoid Encounters 03:02 The Diversity of Extraterrestrial Beings 07:29 Interdimensional and Spiritual Theories 14:29 High Strangeness and Paranormal Activity 17:52 The Tree Spirit Encounter 25:37 The Mysterious UFO Contactee Named Peter 34:23 Visitations from Blue-Skinned Beings 40:18 Corroborating Evidence and Healing Events 40:52 The ET Agenda: Healing and Guidance 41:10 Debunking the Threat Narrative 42:06 Personal Experiences and Skepticism 43:13 Mainstream Acceptance and Disclosure 46:41 Unique Contact Stories: Elf-like Humanoids 52:51 Unique Contact Stories: The Gray Boy 59:10 Genetic Anomalies and Contactees 01:01:29 Final Thoughts and Encouragement Subscribe for more: Http://www.youtube.com/@highstrangeness2024 [Http://www.youtube.com/@highstrangeness2024] Follow us on X (twitter): https://x.com/highstrangeshow [https://x.com/highstrangeshow] Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highstrangenespodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/highstrangenespodcast/] Follow us on TikTok: Http://www.tiktok.com/@highstrangeness24 [Http://www.tiktok.com/@highstrangeness24] Follow us on iHeart radio;  https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-high-strangeness-161844628/ [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-high-strangeness-161844628/] Visit our website: Http://www.Highstrangenesshow.com [Http://www.Highstrangenesshow.com]

#82a UFO, ET, Supernatural & the Reality part 1 (High Strangeness with Preston Dennett) Exploring UFO and Paranormal Phenomena with Expert Preston Dennett In this episode of High Strangeness, host Tony welcomes UFO and paranormal expert Preston Dennett. Dennett shares his journey into the field, which began in 1986 after discovering that his family, friends, and co-workers had experienced unexplained encounters. As a field investigator for MUFON and author of 30 books, Dennett discusses his extensive research into various phenomena, with a particular focus on UFO sightings, humanoid encounters, and paranormal events. The episode delves into topics such as UFO swarms, methods for summoning UFOs, and unusual accounts of alien books. Dennett sheds light on lesser-known cases and provides insight into the complexities of UFO and paranormal activities.   00:00 Introduction to UFO Phenomena 00:12 Meet Preston Dennett: UFO Expert 03:55 Preston's Journey into UFO Research 11:22 Diving into Preston's Books 16:11 UFO Swarms: A Closer Look 25:36 Calling UFOs: Human-Initiated Encounters 27:37 The Importance of Non-Random Encounters 28:03 Early Cases and Telepathic Communication 29:01 NBC Stunt and UFO Sightings 31:17 San Diego Laser Stunt and UFOs 32:58 Potential Impact on UFO Investigations 34:52 Skepticism and Disinformation 37:26 Respect for Various Researchers 41:24 The Twin Connection 45:11 Alien Books and Their Significance 50:46 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes Subscribe for more: Http://www.youtube.com/@highstrangeness2024 [Http://www.youtube.com/@highstrangeness2024] Follow us on X (twitter): https://x.com/highstrangeshow [https://x.com/highstrangeshow] Follow us onInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/highstrangenespodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/highstrangenespodcast/] Follow us on TikTok: Http://www.tiktok.com/@highstrangeness24 [Http://www.tiktok.com/@highstrangeness24] Follow us on iHeart radio;  https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-high-strangeness-161844628/ [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-high-strangeness-161844628/] Visit our website: Http://www.Highstrangenesshow.com [Http://www.Highstrangenesshow.com]