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ITC and EVP researcher Tony Rathman explains Staticom 3.0 and real-time spirit communication. Instrumental Transcommunication (ITC) and Electronic Voice Phenomena (EVP) are often dismissed as noise or coincidence, but this episode explores why some researchers believe the evidence goes much further. Tony Rathman, an ITC researcher and creator of the Staticom 3.0 system, explains the difference between EVP and ITC, how real-time two-way communication is said to work, and why he moved away from radio-based methods toward white-noise and closed-circuit systems designed to remove common skeptical objections. Tony shares how he went from skeptic to researcher after recording direct, relevant voice responses during early investigations, and how years of testing led to clearer, longer, and more interactive communication. We discuss consciousness beyond the brain, why voices appear to follow consistent rules, why future predictions are not given, and what this research suggests about survival of consciousness after death. A grounded conversation on ITC, EVP, spirit communication, grief, consciousness, and the implications this research could have for science, religion, and how we understand life after death. Guest: Tony Rathman Website: https://entityvoices.com My Books + Offerings: WTF Just Happened?! Book Series Join the Science + Spirituality Circle Host or Attend a Science + Spirituality Salon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠ |Patreon | Buy me a coffee More at: https://www.wtfjusthappened.net/ Full Notes

Akashic Records readings are used to explore past lives, relationships, life purpose, and emotional blocks, and this episode breaks down how that information is accessed and applied for healing and clarity. Liz speaks with Krista Rauschenberg, an Akashic Records Facilitator and Certified Breathwork Practitioner, about how the Akashic Records are described as an energetic record of the soul and how people use them for self-discovery, decision-making, and spiritual healing. They discuss how Akashic Breathwork helps release emotional blockages, reduce stress, and realign the body and nervous system, along with big questions listeners often ask, including first-life souls, reincarnating with the same people, soul groups, animals in soul families, and how future possibilities appear during readings. A grounded conversation on Akashic Records, breathwork, intuition, consciousness, grief, and healing, with real examples of how this work shows up in everyday life. My Books + Offerings: WTF Just Happened?! Book Series Join the Science + Spirituality Circle Host or Attend a Science + Spirituality Salon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠ |Patreon | Buy me a coffee More at: https://www.wtfjusthappened.net/ Guest: Krista Rauschenberg Akashic Records Facilitator | Certified Breathwork Practitioner Website: https://akashicglow.com Podcast: The Beginner's Guide to the Third Eye IG: @beginnersguidetothethirdeye  Full Show Notes

Near-death experiences and past-life memories are often dismissed, yet at the University of Virginia's Division of Perceptual Studies they are examined using rigorous psychiatric and neuroscience research methods. In this episode, Marieta Pehlivanova, PhD, Research Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Neurobehavioral Sciences at UVA, explains how near-death experiences are defined and measured in scientific research, why many experiencers struggle after returning, and what decades of data suggest about consciousness beyond the brain. The conversation also explores children who report past-life memories, how cases are investigated, what makes a case verifiable, why many children stop talking about these memories in early childhood, and what long-term follow-up studies reveal. Skepticism, academic stigma, and why this research is gaining broader attention are also discussed. A grounded, science-first discussion of near-death experiences, past-life memories, grief, and what the evidence actually shows. My Books + Offerings: WTF Just Happened?! Book Series Join the Science + Spirituality Circle Host or Attend a Science + Spirituality Salon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠ |Patreon | Buy me a coffee More at: https://www.wtfjusthappened.net/ Guest: Marieta Pehlivanova, PhD Follow DOPS: Website | Instagram | YouTube  Attend the Forever Family Foundation Grief Retreat in Florida -  January 16th - 18th 2026 Full Show Notes

In this bonus episode, Mark Anthony, JD returns to the show to share details about a special virtual event he is hosting with the Omega Institute called The NDE Zone: Connected by the Light From the Cosmic to the Subatomic. Mark Anthony, known as the Psychic Explorer, explains what near-death experiences really are, how consciousness operates beyond the physical body, and what happens in the space between this world and the other side. We talk about the science, patterns, and shared features of NDEs, spirit communication, and why understanding these experiences can be deeply healing, especially for those navigating grief.   We also discuss what attendees can expect from the event, including how near-death experiences relate to mediumship, deathbed visions, and expanded states of awareness, all presented in a grounded, engaging, and accessible way. The NDE Zone will be held January 28 from 7pm to 9pm Eastern and is hosted by the Omega Institute. The event is virtual and open to anyone interested in near-death experiences, consciousness, and evidence of life beyond the physical body. Learn more and register at eomega.org. Mark Anthony: Website | Instagram | IMDB | YouTube⁠ The Omega Institute 49 years of wisdom. Where transformation becomes real . Where community feels like coming home. Wherever you are on life's journey, Omega meets you there. Retreat. Renew. Rhinebeck, NY.     My Books + Offerings: WTF Just Happened?! Book Series Join the Science + Spirituality Circle Host or Attend a Science + Spirituality Salon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠ |Patreon | Buy me a coffee More at: https://www.wtfjusthappened.net/

What happens when you blend intuition and creativity to help shape the life you want? Learn from someone whose insights have repeatedly proven true. In this episode, Colette Baron-Reid joins WTF Just Happened?!: All About the Afterlife. No Woo. for a grounded, fun conversation about intuition, oracle cards, manifestation, recovery, and taking real action to create change. Colette shares her personal journey from addiction and recovery to building a globally respected body of work around intuition and creativity. She also shares verified and surprising moments where intuitive and mediumistic information proved to be accurate, including details about loved ones who have passed away. She is clear that manifesting is not about sitting back and wishing. It requires personal responsibility, discernment, and tangible steps in the real world. Guest: Colette Baron-Reid, Intuitive Medium Oracle expert, spiritual intuitive, and personal transformation thought leader. My Books + Offerings: WTF Just Happened?! Book Series Join the Science + Spirituality Circle Host or Attend a Science + Spirituality Salon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠ |Patreon | Buy me a coffee More at: https://www.wtfjusthappened.net/ Follow Colette Baron-Reid: Website | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok Book: The Art of Manifesting, Illustrator Anna Denning Events Omega Institute - The NDE Zone: Connected By the Light From the Cosmic to the Subatomic with Mark Anthony (virtual)  Attend the Forever Family Foundation Grief Retreat in Florida -  January 16th - 18th 2026 Full Show Notes

What happens when the U.S. government secretly investigates psychic abilities for intelligence and national security? In this episode, Dale E. Graff, former CIA-linked scientist and director of the now-declassified STARGATE Project shares firsthand insight into the government's remote viewing and psychic spy program that operated for decades during the Cold War. Dale explains how remote viewing was used to gather intelligence, locate targets, and support high-level operations, including missing persons cases and international security threats. He discusses precognition, dream-state psi, consciousness beyond space and time, and why these phenomena challenged conventional science. This conversation explores what STARGATE actually did, why it was shut down, what skeptics misunderstand, and what this research suggests about human consciousness, intuition, and survival beyond death.   My Books + Offerings: WTF Just Happened?! Book Series Join the Science + Spirituality Circle Host or Attend a Science + Spirituality Salon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠ |Patreon | Buy me a coffee More at: https://www.wtfjusthappened.net/ Guest: Dale E. Graff — Former Chief of the STARGATE Project, physicist, and author of Tracks in the Psychic Wilderness and River Dreams Follow Dale E Graff Website Events   Attend the Forever Family Foundation Grief Retreat in Florida -  January 16th - 18th 2026 Full Show Notes    

University-Researched Psychic Medium: Inside the UVA Studies | Joe Perreta (Bonus) What happens when a psychic medium is tested inside a Faraday cage—under strict lab conditions designed to eliminate sensory cues and rule out "normal" information channels? In this bonus episode, Joe Perreta returns to share the behind-the-scenes story of participating in research with the University of Virginia's Division of Perceptual Studies (DOPS), including what it was like being wired up for brain mapping, locked into a high-security Faraday cage, and asked to deliver evidential information on a timed "receive/report" protocol with no sitter feedback. Joe also explains why this setup was harder than a typical reading, what stayed the same about how the information came through, and the surprising "drop-in" moments that appeared to be meant for people working in the lab. My Books + Offerings: WTF Just Happened?! Book Series Join the Science + Spirituality Circle Host or Attend a Science + Spirituality Salon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠ |Patreon | Buy me a coffee More at: https://www.wtfjusthappened.net/ Guest: Joe Perreta (Psychic Medium; Forever Family Foundation Certified) Follow Joe: Website | Instagram | TikTok Follow DOPS: Website | Instagram | YouTube Follow Forever Family Foundation: Website | Instagram | YouTube  Attend the Forever Family Foundation Grief Retreat in Florida -  January 16th - 18th 2026 Full Show Notes

Near-Life Experiences, Trauma, and Spiritual Awakening | Justin L. Shaw (Episode 165) What happens when a life-altering moment forces you to confront trauma, mortality, and meaning all at once? In this episode, Justin L. Shaw explores near-life experiences, trauma, and spiritual awakening. Unlike near-death experiences, a near-life experience occurs when someone comes face-to-face with death without crossing over—and must integrate the psychological, emotional, and spiritual impact while still fully alive. Justin shares how trauma, addiction, and recovery became catalysts for awakening, how altered states of consciousness reshape identity and purpose, and why healing is rarely linear. This conversation focuses on lived experience rather than belief, examining self-worth, consciousness, and meaning after profound disruption. My Books + Offerings: WTF Just Happened?! Book Series Join the Science + Spirituality Circle Host or Attend a Science + Spirituality Salon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠ |Patreon | Buy me a coffee More at: https://www.wtfjusthappened.net/ Guest: Justin L. Shaw, Author Sourcery 101: 13 Rungs to a Higher Elevation of Consciousness Follow Justin: Website | Instagram    Events  Attend the Forever Family Foundation Grief Retreat in Florida -  January 16th - 18th 2026 Full Show Notes  

How did astrologer Madi Murphy take on Starbucks and win? In this bonus episode, she reveals the true story behind the trademark battle and her surprising victory. Guest: Madi Murphy of CosmicRX, Author of "In the Cosmic Zone", Host of Podcast CosmicRX Radio My Books + Offerings: WTF Just Happened?! Book Series Join the Science + Spirituality Circle Host or Attend a Science + Spirituality Salon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠ |Patreon | Buy me a coffee   Attend the Forever Family Foundation Grief Retreat in Florida -  January 16th - 18th 2026 Full notes on Madi Murphy vs. Starbucks: How an Astrologer Took on a Corporate Giant — and Won (Bonus) In this bonus episode, Madi shares the real story behind her fight with a corporate giant and how she ultimately protected her brand and came out victorious. We break down the emotional, legal, and strategic steps she had to take, what creators often don't know about trademark battles, and how intuition and astrology helped guide her through one of the most unexpected challenges of her career. In this episode, we discuss: • Why Starbucks targeted her brand • How she navigated a legal fight as a creator and small business owner • What astrologers, entrepreneurs, and podcasters should know about trademarks • The emotional and practical realities of standing up to a major corporation • How Madi won — and what her victory means for other creators If you're a spiritual entrepreneur, content creator, small business owner, or someone protecting a mission-driven brand, this story offers powerful insight and inspiration. Madi Murphy is the co-founder of CosmicRX, a moon-powered community helping millions of people learn the art of birth chart interpretation and delivering digestible doses of cosmic know-how directly to your phone and email inbox. As Head Witch in Charge, she is committed to democratizing everyday magic and making foundational cosmic tools available to everyone. She also hosts the community's podcast, CosmicRX Radio. Madi works as a leadership coach, was named one of the top 100 wellness luminaries by Well + Good... FULL BIO Follow Madi Murphy: Website | Book | Podcast | Instagram    

What does astrology reveal about the future of American democracy? Astrologer Madi Murphy breaks down the powerful political and collective cycles shaping what's coming next. Guest: Madi Murphy of CosmicRX, Author of "In the Cosmic Zone", Host of Podcast CosmicRX Radio My Books + Offerings: WTF Just Happened?! Book Series Join the Science + Spirituality Circle Host or Attend a Science + Spirituality Salon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠ |Patreon | Buy me a coffee  Attend the Forever Family Foundation Grief Retreat in Florida -  January 16th - 18th 2026 Full notes on The Future of American Democracy: Astrologer Madi Murphy on What's Next Episode 164   What's next for American democracy — and how bad could things get? Astrologer Madi Murphy returns to break down the major energetic, political, and cultural cycles shaping the United States as we head into a period of unprecedented upheaval and transformation. In this episode, we explore the astrology behind the 2024–2026 transits, what they mean for the political landscape, and how individuals can stay grounded, informed, and prepared during turbulent collective shifts. In this episode, we discuss: • The astrological transits influencing American politics right now • Why the U.S. is entering a destabilizing but pivotal evolutionary cycle • What astrology suggests about democracy, leadership, and social conflict • How to navigate fear, uncertainty, and collective trauma • What everyday people can do to stay centered and empowered • The difference between prediction, probability, and free will Madi offers grounded, non-woo guidance on how to work with these energies without bypassing the very real risks and challenges ahead. If you've been wondering what the future holds for the United States — and how to emotionally and spiritually prepare — this episode provides clarity, context, and tools for resilience. About Madi Murphy: Madi Murphy is an astrologer, author, creator, and co-founder of CosmicRX, known for bridging cosmic insight with grounded, practical, real-world guidance. She is the host of CosmicRX Radio and a leadership coach named one of Well+Good's Top 100 Wellness Luminaries.  FULL BIO Follow Madi Murphy: Website | Book | Podcast | Instagram ⁠⁠⁠    

What does it mean to lose a parent young — and how does that shape identity, adulthood, relationships, and grief? Carla Fernandez, author of Renegade Grief and cofounder of The Dinner Party, shares what she's learned from supporting thousands of young grievers. Guest: Carla Fernandez, Author of Renegade Grief: A Guide to the Wild Ride of Life After Loss and Cofounder of The Dinner Party My Books + Offerings: WTF Just Happened?! Book Series Join the Science + Spirituality Circle Host or Attend a Science + Spirituality Salon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠ |Patreon | Buy me a coffee Attend the Forever Family Foundation Grief Retreat in Florida -  January 16th - 18th 2026 Full notes on Losing a Parent Young: Carla Fernandez of The Dinner Party (Episode 163) Carla Fernandez is the Author of Renegade Grief: A Guide to the Wild Ride of Life After Loss andCofounder of The Dinner Party which was named by Buzzfeed as the #1 thing to do when grieving. FULL BIO + SHOW NOTES The Dinner Party's Silent Auction - 2025 (ends December 12th) The Most Griefy Time of The Year 2025 - Holiday Fundraiser Campaign for all of December 2025   What You'll Learn in This Episode • How losing a parent young shapes identity and emotional development • The best and worst things people say to someone in grief • Whether Carla believes in an afterlife • How Carla stays connected to her dad • What happened when Carla received a medium reading • Why early grief often goes unrecognized or misunderstood • The long-term impact on relationships, attachment, and adulthood • How community-based grief support helps people heal • The origin and purpose of The Dinner Party • What young grievers wish others understood Follow Carla Fernandez: Website | Renegade Grief | The Dinner Party ⁠⁠⁠Buy me a coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠ ⁠⁠WTF Just Happened Books⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Science + Spirituality Salons⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠ |Patreon

Guest: Aimee Delman, Psychic Medium Full notes on The Skeptical Psychic Medium with Aimee Delman Episode 162 Aimee Delman is a psychic medium based in Toronto, known for her unique ability to connect with the spiritual realm.  Aimee delivers healing messages from loved ones on the other side, offering clarity, comfort, and undeniable evidence of the afterlife to her clients. FULL BIO + SHOW NOTES Attend the Forever Family Foundation Grief Retreat in Florida -  January 16th - 18th 2026 Join our Science + Spirituality Circle Host or Attend a Science + Spirituality Salon Buy the books: ⁠⁠WTF Just Happened?! Series Follow Aimee Delman: Website | Instagram ⁠⁠⁠Buy me a coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠ ⁠⁠WTF Just Happened Books⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Science + Spirituality Salons⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠ |Patreon

Guest: Chris Carter, Author of - The Case for the Afterlife: Evidence of Life After Death - Science and Psychic Phenomena: The Fall of the House of Skeptics - Science and the Afterlife Experience: Evidence for the Immortality of Consciousness - Science and the Near-Death Experience: How Consciousness Survives Death   FULL NOTES ON The Case for the Afterlife with Chris Carter Episode 161 Chris Carter is an Oxford-trained philosopher, and is the author of four highly acclaimed books, and several scholarly articles. His latest book is The Case for the Afterlife, which argues that the case for the afterlife can be proven beyond all reasonable doubt, entirely on the basis of evidence. FULL BIO + SHOW NOTES   Join our Science + Spirituality Circle Host or Attend a Science + Spirituality Salon Buy the books: ⁠⁠WTF Just Happened?! Series   Follow Chris Carter: Website Forever Family Foundation Website   ⁠⁠⁠Buy me a coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠ ⁠⁠WTF Just Happened Books⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Science + Spirituality Salons⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠ |Patreon

Guest: J. Kim Penberthy, Ph.D., ABBP, Professor of Research in Psychiatric Medicine Chester F. Carlson Professor at the University of Virginia Division of Perceptual Studies   DOPS:  (DOPS) Division of Perceptual Studies at UVA FULL NOTES ON After Death Communication with Dr. J. Kim Penberthy of DOPS at UVA Episode 160 Dr. J. Kim Penberthy is the Chester F. Carlson Professor of Psychiatry and Neurobehavioral Sciences at the University of Virginia School of Medicine. A large portion of her work focuses on After Death Communication from oour deceased loved ones. FULL BIO + SHOW NOTES   Join our Science + Spirituality Circle Host or Attend a Science + Spirituality Salon Buy the books: ⁠⁠WTF Just Happened?! Series   Follow Dr. J. Kim Penberthy: BIO + DOPS: Website | YouTube | Instagram   Forever Family Foundation Website   ⁠⁠⁠Buy me a coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠ ⁠⁠WTF Just Happened Books⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Science + Spirituality Salons⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠ |Patreon  

Guest: Roberta Grimes, Author of the Fun of Dying: Find Out What Really Happens Next (among other books.) Podcast Host Seek Reality FULL NOTES ON The Fun of Dying with Roberta Grimes Episode 159 Roberta Grimes has spent decades studying nearly 200 years of abundant and consistent afterlife evidence. She is author of The Fun of Dying: Find Out What Really Happens Next. She is host of the podcast Seek Reality. FULL BIO + SHOW NOTES   Join our Science + Spirituality Circle Host or Attend a Science + Spirituality Salon Buy the books: ⁠⁠WTF Just Happened?! Series   Follow Roberta Grimes: Website | Facebook | YouTube Forever Family Foundation Website   ⁠⁠⁠Buy me a coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠ ⁠⁠WTF Just Happened Books⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Science + Spirituality Salons⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠ |Patreon