Best Crystal Watson Podcasts (2025)

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The Crystal Maze with Howell Dawdy 2:21:59

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Start the fans! Is what we'd say if we were hosting the Crystal Maze, and it's what I'm also asking you to do—bear with me here—because I want you to START being FANS of this show. Yeah I think I pretty much nailed that. Our guest is the one and only Howell Dawdy, who wrote and performed our theme song and the fantastic album I Need Some Help, host…

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Liverpool’s late show stays on air and Kane sinks Chelsea: Football Weekly Extra 54:03

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Liew and Archie Rhind-Tutt as Liverpool score yet another late winner and Chelsea show their inexperience away at Bayern Munich. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Arsenal and Spurs kick off Champions League campaigns with wins – Football Weekly 49:17

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini and Philippe Auclair as Arsenal win in Bilbao and Spurs host Villarreal to start this season’s Champions League. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Manchester is blue and Arsenal brush Postecoglou aside: Football Weekly 55:39

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen and Jonathan Wilson as Premier League football returns after the international break. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Posh People with Meagan Hatcher-Mays 2:13:53

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Pip pip! Is what we'd say to you if we were posh, which we're NOT. Not like these guys, anyway. Today we learn all about Posh People (Upper Class) with the wonderful Meagan Hatcher-Mays, Libby's Longtime Friend and the host of Text Me Back, incompletely tackling questions such as: What is with all the tweed? Do posh people think of themselves as po…

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Manchester derby, Moldova’s misery and Zohran Mamdani – Football Weekly podcast 59:29

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Seb Hutchinson and Paul Watson to preview the weekend while New York’s mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani joins to discuss World Cup ticket pricing, Arsenal and more. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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England swipe Serbia aside and the return of Postecoglu – Football Weekly 49:27

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini and John Brewin as England put in their best performance under Thomas Tuchel so far, beating Serbia 5-0. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Thomas Tuchel’s England labour again and Levy out at Spurs – Football Weekly 50:37

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Dan Bardell and Ali Maxwell to discuss all the latest World Cup qualifying action. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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World Cup qualifying preview and new WSL season kicks off – Football Weekly 50:44

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Paul Watson, Jonathan Fadugba and Suzy Wrack to discuss a new Women’s Super League format and the race to reach the 2026 World Cup. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Classic Episode: June 26, 2011 — Crystal Skulls: Stephen Mehler 1:59:06

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Gene and Chris revisit the mystery of crystal skulls with archeologist Stephen Mehler. This has been one of the most controversial topics on our forums in recent years. You’ll hear fascinating discussions about mysterious objects, ancient mysteries, the Rosicrucian Order, and other fascinating and compelling topics. Become a supporter of this podca…

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Deadline-day chaos and Middlesbrough lead promotion race – Football Weekly 1:00:58

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, George Elek and Sanny Rudravajhala to sift through a bonkers deadline day, questionable spending, and the best Championship pick-ups you’ve never heard of.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Szoboszlai’s rocket and Milner’s new milestone – Football Weekly 59:27

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Max Rushden is joined by Philippe Auclair, Lars Sivertsen and Nooruddean Choudry to discuss Liverpool’s perfect start, Manchester City’s latest stumble and another chaotic weekend. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Henry VIII with Dana Bell 2:12:54

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Hmm I don't like the look of these birds let's lop their heads off—is what Henry VIII would say if he stumbled across What's All This Then. Maybe. Or maybe he'd want to marry us! That guy LOVED marrying ladies! On today's episode we do some proper history with comedian Dana Bell, our FIRST in-person guest, with whom we discuss a wife-carrying conte…

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Historical Occult Mysteries: Walter Bosley 1:50:01

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Gene and cohost Tim Swartz present a long-time Paracast favorite, the inimitable Walter Bosley. He is an investigator of historical occult mysteries, author of pulp fiction novels and a screenwriter. Bosley is an inactive reserve officer in the United States Air Force for which he served as a Special Agent of the Air Force Office of Special Investi…

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Grimsby’s glory and Scottish sides slump in Europe – Football Weekly 56:32

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Max Rushden is joined by Jonathan Wilson, Robyn Cowen, Mark Langdon and Ewan Murray to discuss Manchester United’s shock defeat to Grimsby, a disastrous week for Scottish football and look ahead to the weekend’s Premier League action.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod…

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Classic Episode: July 20, 2014 — Ghost Rockets: James Carrion 1:57:40

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Gene and Chris present James Carrion, a former Director of MUFON and author of a unique book about what is called "The Greatest Deception in History." "The Rosetta Deception" is a fascinating piece of detective work explaining how "a master group of magicians" found ways to, among other things, unearth Soviet spies in the U.S. But it doesn't stop t…

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Rio’s teenage kick caps a thriller at St James’ Park – Football Weekly 50:13

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Max Rushden is joined by John Brewin, Lucy Ward and Jonathan Liew as Liverpool beat Newcastle 3-2 away from home thanks to a debut goal in the 100th minute from teenager Rio Ngumoha. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Classic Episode: June 3, 2007 — Derrel W. Sims and Tracie Austin-Peters 1:43:07

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In an early vintage episode of The Paracast, the controversial "Alien Hunter," Derrel W. Sims, talks to Gene and David about his research into alleged alien abductions, government secrecy and other controversial topics; In Part Two, you hear from Tracie Austin-Peters, who was then Producer / Host for "Let's Talk...Paranormal." Become a supporter of…

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Spurs stun Manchester City again and crisis already at West Ham? – Football Weekly 1:02:00

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Max Rushden is joined by Dan Bardell, Nedum Onuoha and Sam Dalling as Spurs start their season with back-to-back wins and West Ham are thrashed at home by Chelsea. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Lad Culture with Jon Gabrus 2:12:41

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Waheyyy! Go on! Get in! Other laddish phrases and indistinct but broadly positive-sounding noises! That's probably what some proper mental lads would say about this episode. We're joined by the absolute legend Jon Gabrus, host of Stayin' Alive and Action Boyz and an actual real-life rugby lad, to decide whether the lads are alright. Plus, we're the…

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August 24, 2025 — Ghost & Bigfoot Hunter Michael A. Kozlowski 1:50:01

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Gene and cohost Tim Swartz introduce ghost/Bigfoot author and researcher Michael A. Kozlowski. He is author of Bigfoot Sightings: True Tales From Across America, available from all major booksellers including Amazon. His research into the world of the strange and the unknown over the years has focused mainly on ghost sightings and the ongoing Bigfo…

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Arsenal swoop for Eze but where will he fit in? – Football Weekly Extra 50:47

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Will Unwin, Seb Hutchinson and Sanny Rudravajhala as Arsenal look set to hijack Spurs’ attempts to sign Eberechi Eze. We also have a Premier League weekend preview. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Classic Episode: March 22, 2009 — Experiencer Mike Clelland 1:49:16

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In one of our most significant episodes from 2009, experiencer Mike Clelland brings us up to date on his “discovery pilgrimage” to a UFO conference in Nevada, and he also shares additional details about his ongoing paranormal encounters in this wide-ranging discussion. And what about synchronicity? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.sp…

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Leeds make winning Premier League return, plus a Euro roundup – Football Weekly 57:36

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Archie Rhind-Tutt, Philippe Auclair and Sid Lowe to discuss Leeds, Barça, Bayern and more. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Classic Episode: January 3, 2010 — Independent Journalist Terry Hansen 1:54:28

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We present independent journalist Terry Hansen, author of “The Missing Times,” explores ongoing news media participation in the UFO Cover-up. But this discussion goes beyond that. Indeed, are we being told the truth about any of the most important events of our time? But despite all the promises of UFO disclosure, especially since the secrets of la…

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Arsenal kick off with a win at Old Trafford as Premier League returns – Football Weekly 55:04

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini and Lars Sivertsen as the Premier League season kicks off. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Chumbawamba with Phil Jamesson 2:06:34

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I get knocked down! But I stay down! I wanna have a little nap! Is what I would be saying if I was writing Chumbawamba’s biggest hit, and I suppose it wouldn’t have done as well. Today we’re joined by actor, writer and comedian Phil Jamesson to discuss Chumbawamba, plus how fencing works, and why the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles had their name chan…

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August 17, 2025 — UFO Explorer Nigel Watson 1:50:01

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Gene and cohost Tim Swartz present long-time UFO researcher and author Nigel Watson, who has researched and investigated historical and contemporary reports of UFO sightings. In collaboration with Granville Oldroyd and David Clarke, he has written several articles about phantom airships seen over Britain in 1909 and 1913. A wider survey of these hi…

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Premier League season preview: Leeds to Wolves: Football Weekly 1:03:45

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and John Brewin for the second of our Premier League preview podcasts. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Classic Episode: August 16, 2009 — Modern Mystic Walter Starcke 1:50:25

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Yet another example of the offbeat guests featured on The Paracast over the years. This week, listen to an inspirational discussion where you”ll learn about the amazing life story of writer, producer and modern mystic Walter Starcke. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-paracast-the-gold-standard-of-paranormal-ra…

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Premier League season preview: Arsenal to Fulham: Football Weekly 55:13

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Liew and Jordan Jarrett-Bryan for the first of our Premier League preview podcasts. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Classic Episode: May 20, 2007 — Tommy Allison Exposes Starchild 1:45:04

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Gene and David introduce UFO researcher Tommy Allison, who recounts some of his own sightings and the troubled aftermath of his attempts to produce a forensic reconstruction based on the controversial Starchild skull, which some claimed to be extraterrestrial in origin. This is one of those unique exposes in Paracast history. Become a supporter of …

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Crystal Palace win the Community Shield and the Championship is back – Football Weekly 58:17

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Ali Maxwell and George Elek as Crystal Palace get the better of Liverpool at Wembley and the Championship gets under way. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian