OBSCURACAST
Obscuracast is a late‑night signal from the edges of reality—created by two best friends, Blake Vedder and Dan O'Neil, who grew up swapping weird stories and asking the kinds of questions you’re not supposed to ask out loud. Born out of those conversations, Obscuracast dives into hidden history, high strangeness, secret technologies, AI, prophecy, and the forces moving just outside the spotlight. Each episode is a mix of research, speculation, and honest curiosity as we follow the threads wherever they lead—through conspiracies, the paranormal, and the machinery behind power and belief. At its core, this show is about two friends trying to make sense of a world that gets stranger every year—and inviting you to pull up a chair, tune in, and get a little lost in the dark with us.
Episodes
Step into the strange with filmmaker Jeremy Norrie, the award‑winning director behind nearly 50 independent documentaries on UFOs, Bigfoot, Dogman, and other phenomena the mainstream struggles to explain. In this episode, we trace his evolution from early days behind the camera to becoming one of the most prolific voices in “high strangeness,” unpacking his I Want to Believe trilogy, Shadow Operations: UFO Crash Retriev...
Obscuracast sits down with author and researcher Guy Morris for a deep dive into the fault lines between prophecy, power, and artificial intelligence. Guy traces how real intelligence operations, finance, and spiritual narratives shaped his thriller work—and why he believes we’re ignoring critical warning signs.
We unpack how prophecy and belief can be weaponized as psychological operations, who benefits from confusion, ...
Journey across the vast Pacific into a world where gods shaped islands, volcanoes breathed life and destruction, tricksters altered reality, and massive stone monuments still guard ancient secrets. From the creation myths of Polynesia and the legendary exploits of Māui to the towering moai of Rapa Nui and the mysterious canal city of Nan Madol, this episode explores the intersection of mythology, navigation, archaeology, and myster...
What if history is missing pieces?
In this episode of ObscuraCast, we explore five ancient relics that challenge everything we think we know about the past. From artifacts that seem impossibly advanced to discoveries that blur the line between science, faith, and mystery, these objects continue to spark debate among historians, archaeologists, and skeptics alike.
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A prison built to reform… that ended up breaking people.
In this episode of ObscuraCast, we explore the Ohio State Reformatory—from its hopeful beginnings in 1886 to the brutal reality of overcrowding, violence, and human suffering. Cells built for one held three or more men, and tragedy became part of daily life.
But some say the story didn’t end when the prison closed. From unexplained voices to shadowy figures, ...
In 1997, 39 people willingly ended their lives believing a UFO was hiding behind the Hale-Bopp comet. In this episode, we unravel the chilling rise of the Heaven’s Gate cult—its strange beliefs, charismatic leader, and how faith, fear, and science fiction fused into one of America’s most disturbing mass suicides. A deep dive into cult psychology, control, and the terrifying power of belief.
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After watching the National Geographic documentary Unlocking the Truth, we break down how one of psychology’s most famous studies spiraled out of control—and whether the story we’ve been told for decades holds up. From power, authority, and performance to ethics and myth-making, this episode digs into the unsettling reality behind the experiment that changed how we think about human behavior.
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From warrior monks to one of the most powerful orders in history, the Knights Templar rose fast—and fell hard. In this episode of ObscuraCast, we explore their sudden wealth, secret rituals, dramatic persecution, and the mysteries that keep their legend alive centuries later. What really happened to the Templars, and why do their secrets still haunt history?
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A deep dive into the Golden Age of Piracy—where fear, freedom, and empire collided. From Blackbeard and Black Bart to Captain Morgan and the pirate who vanished with a fortune, this episode explores the legends, the myths, and the brutal reality behind history’s most infamous outlaws.
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Why does reality feel scripted, optimized, and slightly unreal?
In this episode of Obscuracast, we explore the "Matrix Effect" — the feeling that invisible systems shape how we think, choose, and live. No movie knowledge required.
We break it down through science and consciousness, comparing the ideas of and Michio Kaku, Billy Carson, and examine phenomena like time distortion and the "Mandela Effect" .
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In this episode, we break down the assassination of President John F. Kennedy—what happened in Dallas, who benefited, and why the official story still doesn’t add up. From Oswald’s strange past to Jack Ruby’s fatal intervention and the mysteries buried in classified files, we explore the evidence, the theories, and the questions that refuse to die.
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Dive deep with Obscuracast as we unravel one of history’s greatest enigmas: the lost city of Atlantis. From ancient writings and geological theories to wild modern conspiracies, we explore how myth and mystery collided beneath the waves. Join us for a thought-provoking journey through legend, evidence, and the enduring question—did Atlantis ever truly exist?
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Step into the charged world of Nikola Tesla — the brilliant mind who dreamed of free energy, wireless power, and secrets the world wasn’t ready for. In this episode of Obscuracast, we dive into the life, death, and conspiracies surrounding Tesla’s lost inventions, government seizures, and his legacy as history’s most mysterious genius.
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In this episode of Obscuracast, we peel back the curtain on secret societies — from the Illuminati and Freemasons to Skull & Bones and the Bohemian Club. Are they truly pulling the strings of world events, or are they just misunderstood clubs wrapped in myth? We explore the origins, symbols, and real-world influence of these shadowy groups, along with our own theories on how deep the rabbit hole really goes.
Is NASA hiding something from us? In this episode of Obscuracast, we dive deep into the most talked-about NASA conspiracy theories — from the moon landing hoax and secret Mars missions to hidden footage and alien encounters. Are these just wild internet stories, or is there more to the truth floating out in space.
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AI is changing everything — from the shows we watch to the jobs we work. In this episode, we dive deep into what AI really is, how it’s shaping our world, the risks it brings, and where it might take us in the future. Is it humanity’s greatest tool or our biggest mistake? Tune in and decide for yourself.
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Step into the sands of time as we unravel the enigma of the pyramids. From ancient engineering feats to myths of lost knowledge and hidden chambers, we dig into what makes these wonders so captivating — and why their secrets may never be fully solved.
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In this episode, we dive into the world of paranormal activity—what it means, where the idea comes from, and how it shapes the way we see the unknown. Along the way, we share our own real-life encounters with the unexplained, from chilling moments to experiences that made us question reality itself. Join us as we explore the eerie, the unexplainable, and the stories that keep us up at night.
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In this episode, we dive deep into the world of cryptids with a special guest who claims to have had a chilling firsthand encounter. From strange sounds in the night to an unforgettable face-to-face moment, hear his story and decide for yourself—was it myth, legend, or something very real?
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In this episode of Obscuracast, we dive deep into the mysteries of the ancient Sumerians and the enigmatic Anunnaki. Together, we explore humanity’s origins, the legacy of these early civilizations, and what their stories mean for our existence today. We also examine how science and religion, often seen as opposites, might actually be two sides of the same coin—each offering clues to who we are and where we came from.
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