Necronomicast
True Crime & Paranormal
About
Necronomicast covers the horror movies of Hollywoodand the true events that inspire what we see in the darkened theater.With our late night conversations, we uncover the world of horror movies, the paranormal, cryptozoology, true crime, and beyond with film makers, actors, authors, and experts in the field.
Episodes
- Episode 321 "All That Smolders" with James Sulzer
Necronomicast features author James Sulzer, discussing his career and his mystery novel "All That Smolders." Sulzer, a Yale graduate, has written six novels, and "All That Smolders" focuses on classic themes of love and money.
- Episode 320 "Interdimensional" with Ronny LeBlanc
Ronny LeBlanc, featured on Expedition Bigfoot and Paranormal Caught on Camera, joins Necronomicast to discuss his research into UFOs, Bigfoot, and paranormal phenomena. His work explores the connections between these topics and their impac…
- Episode 319 Bob Reiss "The Impossible Detective"
This episode features author and journalist Bob Reiss, discussing his career which explores the intersection of order and anarchy. Reiss shares insights from his journalism in diverse global regions and highlights his critically acclaimed…
- Episode 318 "Mysteries of Malvern Manor" with Josh Heard
In Episode 318 of Necronomicast, host Josh Heard joins the podcast from inside Malvern Manor in Malvern, Iowa. They discuss the paranormal and the history of the manor, noted as one of the most haunted locations in the United States.
- Episode 317 Dr. Rizwan Virk "The Simulation Hypothesis"
This episode of Necronomicast features Dr. Rizwan Virk, who discusses The Simulation Hypothesis. Virk holds degrees from MIT and Stanford and has conducted doctoral research at Arizona State University on topics including the Metaverse and…
- Episode 316 "Communication with Spirits" with Sterling Moon
For this episode of Necronomicast, it is my pleasure to welcome to the program Sterling Moon! Sterling is a fulltime, heels-on-the-ground, tarot reader, psychic medium, folk magician, animal communicator, published author, podcaster, and a…
- Episode 315 "Whack Job: A History of Axe Murder" with Rachel McCarthy James
It is my pleasure to welcome to Necronomicast, Rachel McCarthy James! A native of Kansas, she is the daughter of baseball's Bill James and artist Susan McCarthy. At Hollins University in Roanoke, Virginia, she studied political science and…
- Episode 314 "Kidnapped: Elizabeth Smart" with Benedict Sanderson & Claire Goodlass
Joining me for this special episode is Benedict Sanderson (director) and Claire Goodlass (producer) to chat about their powerful new documentary "Kidnapped: Elizabeth Smart". This documentary revisits the harrowing abduction of Elizabeth S…
- Episode 313 "Killer Confessions" with Texas Ranger James B. Holland
On this incredible episode of Necronomicast, it is my pleasure to introduce you to Texas Ranger James B. Holland, who has built a reputation as one of the most remarkable investigators in modern law enforcement. With more than 26 years wit…
- Episode 312 "Good Boy" with filmmaker Ben Leonberg
I am very excited to welcome Ben Leonberg to Necronomicast as my first guest of 2026! Ben is an American film director, screenwriter, and producer known for his work in the horror and fantasy genres. He wrote and directed "Good Boy", a sup…
- Episode 311 Mothman with Richard Estep and Tobias Wayland
For the last episode of 2025, not one but two veteran paranormal experts join me for a spirited and fun conversation! My gift to you! To discuss their book "Mothman", Richard Estep and renowned Mothman researcher Tobias Wayland document fi…
- Episode 310 Jason Offutt "Chasing North American Monsters"
Making a return to the Necronomicast, a favorite of mine...Jason Offutt! Tonight we chat about his newest book "Chasing North American Monsters"! From his website: "Jason Offutt grew up on a farm near the little town of Orrick, Missouri. I…
- Episode 309 "A Cursed Collection of Haunted Dolls" with Fiona Dodwell
I am excited for you all to hear this episode featuring author Fiona Dodwell as we dicsuss her new book "A Cursed Collection of Haunted Dolls"! Robert. Annabelle. Peggy. The very names of these dolls can strike fear into your heart. Fiona…
- Episode 308 "From Magic Words to Monsters" with Tobias Jelinek
An exciting guest for this episode of Necronomicast....actor Tobias Jelinek! Tobias Jelinek's journey into entertainment began at age 15, when he was cast as Jay in Disney's cult classic Hocus Pocus (1993). Over the past 30 years, he has b…
- Episode 307 Amanda D. Paulson is "Pretty F'n Spooky!"
Super excited to welcome my next guest, Amanda D. Paulson to the Necronomicast! She is a paranormal investigator, public speaker, and medium based in the Pacific Northwest, with over 17 years of experience and tens of millions of views acr…
- Episode 306 "Black Walls & William Hall" with Doug Kabourek
Happy Halloween! For this episode of Necronomicast, it is my pleasure to welcome back former co-host Doug Kabourek! Doug joins me for a highly spirited conversation centering on his new album released just in time for the Halloween season…
- Episode 305 "Death In Apartment 603" with Nancy Schwartzman
For this incredible episode, I am joined by Emmy Award winning filmmaker Nancy Schwartzman. The focus of our conversation centers on the case of Ellen Greenberg, subject of Nancy's sensational HULU docuseries "Death in Apartment 603: What…
- Episode 304 "Haunted Hotel" with Matt Roller
For this episode of Necronomicast, I am super excited to welcome to the show Matt Roller, the creator and writer behind the smash new Netflix adult animated series "Haunted Hotel"! Already renewed for a second season, this show conceived b…
- Episode 303 "Keys To Halloween" with Alan Howarth
For this episode of Necronomicast, I am thrilled to bring you a conversation with a legend in the motion picture industry...Alan Howarth! Alan Howarth's award–winning film work started on Star Trek–The Motion Picture, launching him as a so…
- Episode 302 Ryan Sprague "Somewhere In The Skies"
I am very excited to welcome to the Necronomicast an incredible guest...Ryan Sprague! Ryan is a regular on Ancient Aliens (History Channel) and a lead investigator and co-host of Mysteries Decoded (The CW) and Haunted (Eastlink). He is the…
- Episode 301 "The Good Witch" Patti Negri
The "Good Witch of Hollywood," Patti Negri, is a Psychic-Medium, and Good Witch best known for her recurring role on the Discovery Channel's top rated series "Ghost Adventures." Her wildly popular television and streaming series appearance…
- Episode 300 Jim Harold
For this special 300th episode of Necronomicast, it is my pleasure to welcome to the program the "podfather" of paranormal podcasting, the legendary Jim Harold! Since 2005, Jim has built a global following with his flagship shows The Paran…
- Episode 299 The Adventures of Aaron Sagers
For this 299th episode of Necronomicast, I am excited to welcome to the program Aaron Sagers! Aaron Sagers is a Storyteller. An award-winning media personality and travel expert, he is a TV & on-camera host, producer, journalist, and autho…
- Episode 298 Greg Lawson "Roswell: The After Action Report"
Seventy eight years ago this week, the reports of a crashed UFO near Roswell, New Mexico made worldwide news. For this episode of Necronomicast, I am once again joined by Greg Lawson, "The Paranormal Detective" to discuss his research into…
- Episode 297 "Something I Keep Upstairs" with J. D. Barker
Welcome one and all to this special episode of Necronomicast! Episode 297 features the return of one of the biggest talents in the publishing world today, J.D. Barker! He is a New York Times and international bestselling American author wh…
- Episode 296 "Into The Fray and Beyond" with Shannon LeGro
For this episode of Necronomicast, I am proud to bring you an exclusive conversation with researcher/investigator and paranormal podcasting powerhouse Shannon LeGro! Shannon has been interested in the paranormal since she was a teen, after…
- Episode 295 "Small Town Monsters" with Seth Breedlove
For this episode of Necronomicast, it is my pleasure to welcome to the show filmmaker Seth Breedlove! Seth has written, edited, produced and directed shorts and features about a variety of topics but is best known for his production compan…
- Episode 294 Tim Binnall "Paranormal Podcasting Pioneer!"
Tonights exclusive episode of Necronomicast features the legendary pioneering paranormal podcaster Tim Binnall! He is the founder of the paranormal think tank Binnall of America, an online coterie that features both an audio program and a…
- Episode 293 "The Fox Hollow Farm Murders" with Coroner Jeff Jellison
For this episode of Necronomicast, I am joined by Jeff Jellison, the elected Coroner of Hamilton County, Indiana. Our conversation focuses on the gruesome case of serial killer Herbert Baumeister which is the subject of a fascinating new f…
- Episode 292 "Tales From The Darkness" with Dave Schrader
I'm very excited to welcome back to the Necronomicast...Dave Schrader! From an early age, Dave Schrader has been surrounded by the strange and anomalous, from haunted homes to creature sightings, UFO encounters, and more. Now, as an experi…
- Episode 291 "We Don't Talk About Emma" with J.D. Barker
Welcome one and all to this special episode of Necronomicast! Episode 291 features one of the biggest talents in the publishing world today, J.D. Barker! He is a New York Times and international bestselling American author whose work has b…
- Episode 290 "Fights, Camera, Action!" with Sophie Jones and Luke Sewell
You ready to fight? For this episode of Necronomicast, I am joined by the filmmakers behind the hit new Netflix documentary that is sweeping the globe! Sophie Jones and Luke Sewell join me to talk all about "Fights, Camera, Action" which f…
- Episode 289 The World According To Darcy Staniforth
Happy New Year! For this episode of Necronomicast, I am joined by an absolute delight of a guest and a true original spirit in the world of the paranormal! Darcy Staniforth is an American Studies scholar, paranormal investigator, writer, a…
- Episode 288 "Mothman and Other Mysteries" with Tobias and Emily Wayland
On this episode of Necronomicast, I close out 2024 with a wonderful conversation with Tobias and Emily Wayland. You might have seen Tobias recently on the most recent season of "Unsolved Mysteries" on Netflix! Together, the work of Tobias…
- Episode 287 "The Doc of Chucky" with Thommy Hutson and Mark Alan Miller
For this episode of Necronomicast, I am very proud to bring back to the program Thommy Hutson! The award-winning screenwriter, producer, and author is one of the creative forces behind the groundbreaking documentaries "Crystal Lake Memorie…
- Episode 286 "The Book of Murder" with Matt Murphy
My guest tonight is Matt Murphy, the former Senior Deputy District Attorney from Orange County, California, and a current legal analyst for ABC News in New York. Mr. Murphy spent 21 years assigned to the Sexual Assault and Homicide Units w…
- Episode 285 "In Search of Demons" with Richard Estep
Happy Halloween! I have a treat for you faithful listeners! This episode features the return of Richard Estep to the program. Richard has been a paranormal investigator for thirty years, researching claims of ghosts and hauntings on both s…
- Episode 284 "Dressing Up Halloween" with Rob Caprilozzi
Tonight on Necronomicast, it is my pleasure to welcome back to the program documentary filmmaker Rob Caprilozzi to discuss his newest film "Dressing Up Halloween: The Story of Ben Cooper, Inc." The company Ben Cooper, Inc. is one of the bi…
- Episode 283 BONUS EPISODE! "Ghost Brothers of Darkland County"
Welcome one and all to a special "Bonus" episode of Necronomicast! I received an exclusive behind the scenes look at the next groundbreaking production at the (haunted) Benson Theatre in Omaha, Nebraska "Ghost Brothers of Darkland County"!…
- Episode 282 "Unsolved Mysteries" with Terry Dunn Meurer
There are few television shows that have woven themselves into the very fabric of American culture like "Unsolved Mysteries". The music, the storytelling, and of course the iconic host Robert Stack have enthralled audiences for decades.Ton…
- Episode 281 Shane Pittman: Searchers Afterlife
My guest tonight for a late night conversation is Shane Pittman! As seen on Netflix's hit series 28 Days Haunted and Discovery Channel's The Holzer Files, Shane Pittman is a paranormal investigator and international speaker who has had pro…
- Episode 280 "Monsters and Musical Mayhem" with Lyle Blackburn
Lyle Blackburn is a native Texan known for his work in writing, music, and film. He is the author of several acclaimed books, including The Beast of Boggy Creek and Sinister Swamps , whose subject matter reflects his life-long fascination…
- Episode 279 "High Strangeness Expeditions" with Bryce Johnson
Bryce Johnson is an acclaimed actor/producer as well as creator and host of the popular podcast "Bigfoot Collectors Club". Bryce has been obsessed with Bigfoot ever since he was a young boy. Although acting is his profession, researching t…
- Episode 278 "Rocky Mountain Mysteries" with Katie Paige
For this episode of Necronomicast, it is my great pleasure to welcome to the program Katie Paige. Katie Paige has been on a quest to uncover the truth about the strange phenomena that she has experienced throughout her life starting with h…
- Episode 277 "Never Give Up" with Dustin Pari
Tonight, it is my pleasure to bring to you faithful listeners, a conversation with Dustin Pari! With over 20 years of experience researching the unknown, Dustin Pari brings exciting and positive lectures about the paranormal all across the…
- Episode 276 "Optimistic Infinity House" with Andrew Vogt
My guest tonight for a late night conversation is internationally known Colorado jazz musician Andrew Vogt. Andrew is no stranger to the Necronomicast as he was featured back on episode #150 as well as assisting psychic Cindy Kaza and John…
- Episode 275 "Connectedness of Music" with Chad Sexton of 311
My guest tonight for a late night conversation is a fellow Omaha native who just happens to be one of the most influential modern rock musicians and drummers working today. From 311, Mr. Chad Sexton. Along with his bandmates, Chad has reco…
- Episode 274 Noelle and Nicole from "The Quite Unusual Podcast"
Welcome, friends, to this fun and quite unusual episode of Necronomicast! My guests tonight for a late night conversation from Chicago are the creative minds behind one of my favorite podcast shows "The Quite Unusual Podcast"! Every episod…
- Episode 273 "Women On The Fringe" with Denise A. Agnew, Marie D. Jones, and Nicole Strickland
On this episode of Necronomicast, I am joined by not one, not two, but three phenomenal guests who are experts in supernatural phenomena and who have crafted a remarkable new book entitled "Women On The Fringe: Groundbreaking Women In The…
- Episode 272 "Sasquatch: Legend Meets Science" with Dr. Jeff Meldrum
My guest tonight for a late night conversation is one of the most respected and renowned experts in the world of Sasquatch research, Dr. Jeff Meldrum. Dr. Meldrum is an associate professor of anatomy and anthropology at Idaho State Univers…