By Tim Binnall
The legacy of Leonard Nimoy, channeling, and shadow people were among the fascinating topics explored this past week on Coast to Coast AM. Meanwhile, at the C2C website, we told you about a creepy clown panic gripping a Minnesota community, a mystery creature that menaced surfers in Uruguay, and a tarot-reading cat that has become an online sensation. Check out our round-up of highlights from the past week ... In Coast You Missed It.
Channeling was a hot topic of conversation on C2C this past week, with a pair of guests sharing insights on the mysterious practice. First, on Sunday night's program, spiritual teacher Steve Rother recounted his three decades of communications with a collective consciousness he has come to call 'the Group.' He explained that this role is akin to a translator, bringing forth channeled messages from the beings who aim to help improve humanity. Then, on Monday night's program, author Richard Lawrence detailed the remarkable story of Aetherius Society founder Dr. George King, who claimed to be in communication with vibrational entities existing within our solar system.
Mysterious aquatic animals stole the spotlight this past week thanks to two rather intriguing videos. First, in Uruguay, footage emerged of a group of surfers being menaced by an unidentified creature that one witness described as being three feet wide, emitting sounds similar to a whale, but also sporting peculiar "little scales" that ran along its spine. Meanwhile, indefatigable Loch Ness webcam watcher Eoin O’Faodhagain captured what may be one of his best virtual sightings to date when he spotted what appeared to be a long-necked creature extending its head out of the water at the famed Scottish site. The mysterious form bore an uncanny resemblance to classic depictions of Nessie, leaving some to wonder if the legendary 'monster' had legitimately popped up on the livestream.
The life and times of Leonard Nimoy were explored on Wednesday night's program as his son, author Adam Nimoy, discussed the legendary actor's remarkable legacy as well as their sometimes tumultuous relationship. He marveled that Star Trek debuted nearly 60 years ago, yet his father's character, Spock, remains a beloved figure to science fiction fandom. Adam shared insights on how his family's lives were changed by the sudden fame brought about by the television program. The proverbial son of Spock recalled being estranged from his father and then later reconciling with him towards the end of his life. During his appearance, he also talked about the fondly remembered show In Search Of, which kept his family financially afloat after Star Trek had gone off the air.
This past week featured two decidedly different stories surrounding fortune tellers, beginning with a case from Pennsylvania in which a pair of self-proclaimed psychics were arrested for allegedly bilking their clients out of more than $600,000. The cautionary tale told far too often saw the soothsayers convince two separate women that they needed to fork over considerable funds to facilitate the removal of a troublesome curse that had befallen them. On a lighter note, later in the week featured the story of a tarot-reading cat that has become an online sensation. The rescue animal, named Cole, has developed a sizeable online following for its videos showcasing the feline shuffling and then choosing specific cards in a process that its owner says produces remarkably insightful results.
Shadow people and the nature of evil took center stage on Thursday night's program as longtime paranormal researcher Heidi Hollis returned to the program to share insights on these mysterious entities and the sinister forces behind them. She stressed that these beings are neither aliens nor ghosts, but interdimensional in nature and emanating from a "dark source." She also noted that shadow people evoke profound fear in those unfortunate enough to encounter them and seemingly target spiritual or psychically gifted individuals. Hollis advised using prayer and wearing a blessed cross as a means of warding off these entities.
With Halloween fast approaching, it's only fitting that this past week featured a fresh account of creepy clowns causing trouble in a community. The case in question is currently unfolding in the Minnesota city of Cloquet, where police have received two reports of haunting harlequins over the last few weeks. Beyond those official accounts, residents have flooded local social media with their own tales of encountering the clowns, which are said to chase youngsters down the street. With rumors spreading that the troublemakers were wielding weapons, police have assured residents that they are on the lookout for the harlequins, who we hope do not inspire a wave of copycats this spooky season.
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