The Afterlife Chronicles and Beyond

Guest: Dr. Piero Parisetti, M.D. - Afterlife Researcher, Author, Speaker

On this episode of the Afterlife Chronicles, I talked with the amazing Dr. Piero Parisetti, M.D., about how he utilizes his plethora of research into the afterlife to help the bereaved and dying.  This is the first of several episodes with Dr. Parisetti.
Dr. Parisetti's BIO:  (Directly from his website at https://www.drparisetti.com/
Italian-born, Scottish author and speaker Piero Calvi-Parisetti is a medical doctor originally specialising in Public Health and Disaster Management. At the beginning of his career, employed by the International Red Cross and the United Nations,  he worked in the management of large-scale humanitarian aid operations in Africa, Asia and the former Soviet Union. At the end of year 2000 he moved from field operations to the classroom, taking up a late academic career. Until 2015, he has been Professor of Emergencies and Humanitarian Action at the Institute for International Political Studies of Milan University (Italy) and a visiting professor at several other universities.
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In 2004, a simple anecdote narrated by his wife triggered an intellectual interest, at first, and then a true scholarly passion for psychical research, especially for the study of scientific evidence pointing to the survival of human personality of bodily death.
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By digesting some 30,000 pages of literature, attending international conferences and study days, interviewing the researchers and even training personally with one of his intellectual heroes, Dr Raymond Moody (the first physician to write about Near-Death Experiences in 1975), Dr Parisetti became convinced that mind and consciousness cannot be reduced to the activity of the brain, and, in a way which we do not understand, they survive the death of the body.
 
In 2008, he published his first book 21 Days into the Afterlife, hailed by NY Times bestselling author Michael Prescott as “The best introduction I have seen to the survival hypothesis”. The book received very complimentary reviews by specialists and lay public alike, was translated into six languages and went on to become a little Internet publishing success. His other books are Adventures in Psychical Research (2011) and Apparitions – Proof of Survival (2014).
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As a medical doctor and a former humanitarian, however, Dr Parisetti's main drive and motivation in life is to be of help to others. After 2010,  therefore, his interests gradually shifted towards applied psychical research, that is the practical application of the research findings, in particular for the benefit of the bereaved and the dying. He formally trained as a cognitive-behaviour psychotherapist and developed an original counselling approach directed to those who suffer because of the loss of a loved one and those who are in fear of impending death (their own or a loved one’s). This approach aims to help the bereaved and the dying developing a rational belief in life after life – a belief based on reason, built upon the critical evaluation of evidence, rather than on faith.
 
In 2012 he produced a self-help workbook with an accompanying 8-hour video course based on this approach and donated it to the Forever Family Foundation, a nonreligious, not for profit organisation strong of over 12,000 members worldwide which is dedicated to furthering the knowledge of afterlife science among the bereaved.
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Dr Parisetti is a member of the Society for Psychical Research and of the International Association for Near-Death Studies, two professional scientific research organisations. He collaborates with the Institut Suisse de Sciences Noetiques in Geneva, Switzerland. 
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Guest Denise Agnew - Author, Evidential Medium and Paranormal Investigator

On this episode of the Afterlife Chronicles Radio Show, I talk with Denise A. Agnew - award-winning author, evidential medium and paranormal investigator. 
Co-hosting with me is my lovely mom, Norma Strickland
About Denise: (from her website):
Denise A. Agnew is the award-winning author of over 69 novels and several screenplays. Denise’s novels Love From The Ashes and Blackout were optioned for film/TV by Bright Frontier Films. She has collaborated with producers Marie D. Jones and Brian Keith Ellis on the TV series “6” which has also been optioned by Global Genesis Group.
Denise’s record proves that with paranormal, time travel, romantic comedy, contemporary, historical, erotic romance, romantic suspense and horror writing under her belt, she enjoys writing about a diverse range of subjects. The fact she has lived in Colorado, Hawaii, and the United Kingdom has given her a lifetime of ideas. Her experiences with archaeology and archery have crept into her work, as well as numerous travels through the UK and Ireland.
Denise is also a Writer/Producer (Happy Catastrophe Productions/Where’s Lucy? Productions), a paranormal investigator (SOS Paranormal Investigations), Reiki Master, Certified Creativity Coach and Evidential Medium. As a Creativity Coach, Denise assists anyone in the creative arts, including writing and acting, to maintain lifelong creativity. Denise lives in Arizona with her husband and a Mini Schnauzer.
Denise's website: https://www.deniseagnew.com/
Discussion topics:
1.  Denise's background as an evidential medium; how she practices this type of mediumship
2.  How evidential mediumship is different from other types of mediumship
3.  A general discussion about the paranormal and communicating with the spirit realm
4. Reiki 
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Guest Kevin Killen -Award-winning journalist, author of "Ghosts and Me" and Paranormal Enthusiast

On this episode of the Afterlife Chronicles Radio Show, I welcome Kevin Killen - five-time Virginia Press award winner, author of "Ghosts and Me" and paranormal enthusiast.
Topics:
1. Kevin shared some of his profound paranormal encounters in his younger years, including some profound spiritual encounters with the spirit of his mother.
2. Kevin also gave some advice for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one.
3.  Kevin also talked about how he uses his addiction counselor training in his paranormal research.
4.  A discussion on his book "Ghosts and Me" and Kevin's thoughts on what he would like to see changed or improved in the field of paranormal research.
Kevin's website: https://ozarkmt.com/2019/10/killen-kevin/
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Ghost Stories and EVP Series - Episode 1

On this episode of the Afterlife Chronicles Radio Show,
I take the helm and discuss three iconic locations I have investigated and researched for paranormal activity:
1. Lincoln Theater in Decatur, Illinois
2. Waverly Hills Sanatorium in Louisville, KY
3. Berkeley Ferryboat in San Diego, CA
This is the first episode in the "Ghost Stories" series, where I discuss the haunted history and paranormal encounters of various locations across the US.
April 15, 2021 is also the 109th anniversary of the RMS Titanic's tragic sinking.  In loving memory!!
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Guest Lisa Theriault of Supernatural Pet Sightings Podcast

On this episode of the Afterlife Chronicles Radio Show, I welcome Lisa Theriault of Supernatural Pet Sightings Podcast.   I was honored to be a guest on her podcast a few months ago and of course, invited her on my show! :)
Lisa shares her profound experiences with the spirit of her beloved mother and how her passing changed her views on the afterlife.  
Lisa also talks about her amazing podcast, "Supernatural Pet Sightings." 
 

Children and the Paranormal Discussion

On this week of the Afterlife Chronicles Radio Show, I invite my mom, Norma Strickland, on to have a discussion about children and the paranormal.
Topics include:
1. Erik Erikson's stages of psychosocial development;
2. Jean Piaget's stages of cognitive development;
3.  Signs of a psychically inclined child;
4.  Mentorship for highly intuitive children;
5.  Aspects to consider when taking on paranormal case studies involving children;
6.  The Rainbow Children - traits of the Blue Rays, Indigos and Crystals;
7.  Savant Syndrome;
8.  Thoughts on fostering a child's innate intuitive strengths
This episode is based off of Nicole Strickland's presentation, "Children and the Paranormal."  If you'd ever like her to present it and/or discuss the topic further, please contact her at nicolepisd@gmail.com
 

Guest Rocky Smith of Northwest Ghost Tours and Oregon Ghost Conference

On this episode of the Afterlife Chronicles and Beyond,
I welcomed Rocky Smith - director of the Oregon Ghost Conference and owner of Northwest Ghost Tours.  
About Rocky:
Rocky Smith, a lifelong resident of Oregon City has become well known as a local historian and paranormal investigator. In college Rocky worked for three years in the historic Ermatinger House, the oldest house in Oregon City and the third oldest house in the state of Oregon. Rocky has had many paranormal experiences over the past 20 years in the Ermatinger House including his first experience, which was featured in Susan Smitten's book, Ghost Stories of Oregon. Rocky started researching the paranormal activity in Oregon City in 1995 and has documented close to 100 haunted places within the city. In 2006, Rocky combined his love for history and knowledge of the paranormal, founded Northwest Ghost Tours and is the proud owner of Haunted Oregon City Books Tours and Gifts. Rocky has been featured on local radio and TV and has been asked to speak at paranormal conferences and history/paranormal pubs around the Northwest. Rocky was recently featured in Loren W. Christensen’s book, Seekers of the Paranormal and prior to the pandemic hosted the Spirit of Stumptown Paranormal Pub series at McMenamins White Eagle Saloon. Rocky is also the Director of the quickly growing Oregon Ghost Conference and this year’s Oregon Ghost Conference Ghost Week!
 
 
 
 

Guest Dale Kaczmarek of the Ghost Research Society

Dale Kaczmarek of the Ghost Research Society joins the Afterlife Chronicles radio show!
Dale shares some of GRS' methods for conducting ghost research; experiences at Trans Allegheny Lunatic Asylum and Leonard's Cave; during the last half of the show, audiences get to hear some of GRS' best EVPs and ITC captures from many of its investigations.
Dale Kaczmarek is a mentor of mine and is one of the best researchers in the field!

Guest Randy Liebeck - Psychical Researcher | Parapsychological Field Investigator

Randy Liebeck joins the Afterlife Chronicles Radio Show on 1/28/21 at 9pm EST to 10pm EST. http://www.wltkdb.com
 
Discussion included:
 
1. His work as a parapsychological researcher
2. The future of paranormal research - media vs. academic research
3. Alternative explanations for ghostly phenomena - psychokinesis, poltergeists, tulpas / thought projections, etc.
4. The role of human decency in communicating with a ghost - respecting ghosts and spirits
5.  How amateur investigators are harming spiritual energies
 
Randy's BIO - courtesy of his website: http://ghosthunter.iwarp.com/PROVIDING INVESTIGATIVE, RESEARCH AND EDITORIAL SERVICES IN THE AREA OF GHOST AND POLTERGEIST PHENOMENA
Randy Liebeck is a research specialist, field investigator and journalist covering the field of ghost and poltergeist phenomena. Utilizing a combination of cognitive investigative skills and the latest in technological monitoring and detection equipment, he has conducted haunted house investigations throughout the United States and in Great Britain. He has had cases referred to him by individuals, universities, the news media, attorneys, government agencies and various parapsychological research organizations. A career law enforcement officer and national security operations specialist with the U.S. federal government, he brings a lifetime of skill and experience as a police investigator to the field of paranormal phenomena.
______________________________Liebeck provides psychical phenomena (psi) consulting & technical advisor services for TV, film, and print media outlets. He was a consultant on ghosts and hauntings for the popular television program Sightings and has served as a columnist for Unknown Magazine and Ghost! Magazine, feature writer and stringer for FATE Magazine, and contributer to several books on the subject of ghosts and hauntings. In addition to Sightings he has served as a behind the scenes consultant and on-air 'ghost expert' for several TV programs around the world including Unsolved Mysteries, Dead Famous: Ghostly Encounters, and Unexplained Mysteries. He has been a guest on dozens of radio talk shows in the U.S. and Canada, and has been featured in several U.S. and international magazines and newspapers.
Liebeck lectures on ghosts & hauntings, and has developed and taught a course on ghosts & poltergeists at St. Johns University (NYC), Bergen Community College (NJ) and several other local schools.

Guests Lisa Krick and Nicole Tito on the Estes Method

On this episode of the Afterlife Chronicles Radio show, I welcome my friends Lisa Krick and Nicole Tito for a discussion on the Estes Method for Instrumental Trans Communication. 
The Estes Method was developed by three researchers at the Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, Colorado.
Having used this method many times on paranormal investigations, Lisa and Nicole share its overall benefits.
Lisa, Nicole and I also talk about how much we miss Rosemary Ellen Guiley and the times we've spent with her. 
Lisa and Nicole's website - https://www.ghostly-voices.com/