Strange and Mysterious World

William Collinson & Lee Strydom
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Strange & Mysterious World is a weekly podcast exploring the biggest mysteries of our reality. Join hosts William Collinson and Lee Strydom as they investigate UFOs, ancient civilizations, consciousness, remote viewing, near-death experiences, spirituality, paranormal phenomena, hidden history, secret societies, and the science behind the unexplained. Through conversations with leading researchers, scientists, experiencers, and authors from around the world, each episode challenges conventional thinking and explores the questions that could change everything. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 4d ago

    Bible Mysteries: The Hidden Meaning of Adam and Eve | George Begg | S6E17

    George Begg explores Bible mysteries and what he believes is a hidden spiritual meaning behind Adam and Eve, the Garden of Eden and the afterlife. What if the trees, fruit, light and darkness in Genesis are part of a deeper story? A former RAF pilot and sceptic, George describes the encounter with a white light that changed his beliefs and the eleven years of work behind Mysteries of the Other Side: Book One – The Hidden Story. He explains his approach to biblical symbolism, the Holy Spirit, salvation and an anticipated “age of light”. William and Lee also explore the parallels with UFO encounters and sleep paralysis, personal psychedelic experiences, and the cycles of darkness and renewal described in other traditions. This is a conversation about George’s experiences and interpretations, rather than established proof of a biblical code or a prediction of future events. Explore documentaries on consciousness, ancient wisdom and the human spirit with Eleusis TV: https://eleusistv.com/ FIND GEORGE BEGG Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/georgebeggauthor/ Mysteries of the Other Side: Book One – The Hidden Story: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FZD3YT5T Publisher’s book information: https://www.netgalley.com/catalog/book/741473 DOCUMENTARY MENTIONED William’s film, Kali Yuga — Are We Living at the End of an Age? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yaHcaj_vrVE CHAPTERS 00:00 George’s white-light account — opening hook 00:28 Welcome and the hidden Bible story 01:10 From scepticism to a life-changing encounter 08:59 The second calling: business, guidance and the books 11:12 The mission to reveal a hidden Bible story 19:03 UFO encounters, spiritual communication and sleep paralysis 28:07 William’s iboga experience and compassion 33:50 The Garden of Eden question 35:32 Light, darkness and biblical symbolism 44:59 Creation, the sun and the moon 52:42 Adam and Eve and the two trees 1:07:07 The divine spark and conflicting spirits 1:15:45 Receiving the Holy Spirit 1:18:49 The age of light and Yuga cycles 1:25:56 Why George? Testing spiritual understanding 1:38:08 Redemption and the afterlife 1:44:55 Books and finding George #BibleMysteries #GeorgeBegg #AdamAndEve #StrangeAndMysteriousWorld Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Bible Mysteries: The Hidden Meaning of Adam and Eve | George Begg | S6E17

  2. Oct 20

    AI & UFOs: Could Demons Be Behind Them? | Derek & Sharon Gilbert | S6E16

    Derek and Sharon Gilbert explore the Nephilim, fallen angels and the origins of demons through their interpretation of Genesis 6, the Book of Enoch and ancient mythology. What if the giants died in the Flood—but their spirits remained? The authors of Veneration explain why they connect the Rephaim with Greek heroes, the Titans and ancient ancestor rituals. The conversation also explores the Tower of Babel, pyramids as possible gateways, UFO encounters, DMT, artificial intelligence and their argument that Satan and Lucifer are distinct figures. A journey through the Gilberts’ Christian reading of the unseen realm, with questions about how ancient beliefs might shape the modern world. Their supernatural explanations and proposed historical connections are presented as their interpretations and theories. Explore documentaries on consciousness, ancient wisdom and the human spirit with Eleusis TV: https://eleusistv.com/ FIND DEREK & SHARON GILBERT Official hub, books and programmes: https://gilberthouse.org/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GilbertHouse Derek’s podcast, A View from the Bunker: https://vftb.net/ Books discussed include Veneration, The Gates of Hell and The Second Coming of Saturn. Find their books through the official hub. Strange & Mysterious World | Season 6, Episode 16 CHAPTERS 00:00 Could AI be influenced by unseen entities? 00:20 Meet Derek & Sharon Gilbert 00:45 Genesis 6 and the unseen realm 01:54 Mount Hermon, the Watchers and the Nephilim 04:34 Leviathan and the first rebellion 07:40 Was Babel a portal to the gods? 10:15 Could the pyramids be gateways? 16:55 Reptilians, dragons and Godzilla 20:09 Stargate and the ancient aliens idea 25:21 UFOs, other dimensions and alleged abductions 30:35 Demons, jinn and the spirits of the giants 36:24 Ancestor rituals and feeding the dead 43:27 Madagascar and accounts of exorcism 48:13 DMT, mantis entities and spiritual portals 52:35 Derek’s faith and the resurrection 56:14 Forbidden knowledge in the modern world 57:39 AI, black boxes and the unseen realm 1:02:21 Solomon and the gates of hell 1:06:57 Could Eden exist in another dimension? 1:09:24 Who created the demons? 1:11:14 Are Satan and Lucifer different beings? 1:17:39 Werewolves and the Bible 1:20:14 Where to find the Gilberts #Nephilim #FallenAngels #DerekGilbert #SharonGilbert #StrangeAndMysteriousWorld Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    AI & UFOs: Could Demons Be Behind Them? | Derek & Sharon Gilbert | S6E16

  3. Oct 13

    Gaslighting or Delusion? Run, Hide, Repeat | Pauline Dakin | S6E15

    Pauline Dakin, author of Run, Hide, Repeat: A Memoir of a Fugitive Childhood, grew up amid sudden moves, secrecy and unexplained fear. Later, she was told her family had been fleeing the mafia under the protection of a covert organisation. Her investigation revealed a very different story. In S6E15 of Strange & Mysterious World, Pauline recounts the trusted minister at the centre of her family's secret world, letters presented as coming from relatives, and the test that finally broke the story apart. We explore trust, manipulation, the expert explanations she sought about delusional disorder, and the lasting cost of believing those closest to us. The hosts also explore possible paranormal interpretations; Pauline offers her own grounded explanation. This is a personal account of family experience, not a clinical diagnosis or medical advice. Explore documentaries on consciousness, ancient wisdom and the human spirit with Eleusis TV: https://eleusistv.com/ FIND PAULINE DAKIN Official website: https://pauline-dakin.squarespace.com/ Run, Hide, Repeat — book: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/547427/run-hide-repeat-by-pauline-dakin/ Podcast and listening links: https://linktr.ee/paulinedakin University of King's College profile: https://ukings.ca/people/pauline-dakin/ Public professional contact: pauline.dakin@ukings.ca 00:00 The secret note and introduction 00:59 A childhood of secrecy and sudden moves 04:48 Who was Stan Sears? 06:33 The phone call and motel meeting 07:55 The supposed mafia threat 12:12 Explore Eleusis TV 12:30 Basement fights, coded messages and rescue stories 17:08 Making the threat feel real 18:26 Living with fear and misplaced trust 23:22 The test that exposed the story 27:38 Family doubles and mysterious letters 31:24 Was anything supernatural involved? 33:43 Understanding delusional disorder 38:03 Confronting Stan 39:37 Her mother's work with dreams 40:51 Journalism and a new novel 42:49 A discussion of addiction treatments 45:02 Why do we trust people? 48:03 What Pauline wants families to understand 49:51 Closing reflections #PaulineDakin #RunHideRepeat #DelusionalDisorder #StrangeAndMysteriousWorld Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Gaslighting or Delusion? Run, Hide, Repeat | Pauline Dakin | S6E15

  4. Oct 6

    Mount Kailash Mystery: Why Has No One Climbed It? | Alex McKay | S6E14

    Could the Mount Kailash described in ancient Indian texts be a different mountain? Indo-Tibetan historian Alex McKay joins Strange & Mysterious World to explore Mount Kailash, Shiva and his argument that Shri Kailash near the source of the Ganges may hold an overlooked place in this sacred history. Alex recounts his gruelling 1986 pilgrimage through Tibet and the journey that led him into decades of Himalayan research. We explore why Kailash draws pilgrims from different faiths, the legend of Milarepa, the relationship between landscape and spiritual experience, and how stories about sacred places change over time. We also discuss extraordinary claims surrounding Kailash—including rapid ageing and time distortion—and Alex explains why he distinguishes those stories from evidence. His identification of Shri Kailash is presented as a historical argument, not an established conclusion. An interview about faith, endurance and the search for meaning in the sacred Himalayas. Strange & Mysterious World | Season 6, Episode 14 ELEUSIS TV https://eleusistv.com/ FIND ALEX McKAY In Search of Mount Kailash: Travels in the Sacred Himalaya Publisher and book information — Sun Rider Press: https://www.sunriderpress.com/ Indian edition — Rachna Books: https://rachnabooks.com/shop/ Academic profile and research background — IIAS: https://www.iias.asia/profile/alex-mckay CHAPTERS 00:00 The pilgrimage that nearly killed him 00:14 Introducing Alex McKay 00:53 Why Mount Kailash is sacred 01:49 The journey into Tibet 05:16 Exhaustion, help and a life transformed 12:30 Was the original Kailash elsewhere? 15:53 Weather, mystery and the mountain 19:07 Swami Sundarananda and Himalayan practice 21:26 Spiritual learning: Himalayas or city life? 24:49 Sacred traditions, climbing and ancient legends 29:53 Why the summit remains unclimbed 35:37 Milarepa and the mountain legends 39:11 Time-machine stories and the evidence 43:23 A personal experience and its cautions 47:18 Pilgrimage, humility and hope 48:33 In Search of Mount Kailash #MountKailash #AlexMcKay #Shiva #Himalayas #StrangeAndMysteriousWorld Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Mount Kailash Mystery: Why Has No One Climbed It? | Alex McKay | S6E14

  5. Sep 29

    Feng Shui, I Ching & Chinese Astrology | Estie Mattheus | S6E13

    Can Chinese metaphysics help you recognise the right time to act? Estie Mattheus joins Strange & Mysterious World to explore BaZi, Feng Shui and the traditional systems she uses to interpret timing, personal patterns and decision-making. We unpack the five arts of Chinese metaphysics, the five elements, Qi Men Dun Jia and the I Ching. William shares what happened when he tried to time a business proposal—and why a previous Feng Shui consultation left him questioning his home. The conversation also explores Estie’s account of sensing her brother’s presence after his death, the relationship between manifestation and action, and her interpretation of Period 9 and September 2026. Can these traditions offer useful perspective without making us feel that every decision is already determined? This interview explores personal experiences and traditional metaphysical beliefs. Predictions and claims reflect the speakers’ interpretations and are not established scientific findings or medical, financial or property advice. Subscribe to Strange & Mysterious World for more conversations exploring consciousness, ancient wisdom and the unexplained. Have you ever felt that the timing of an event changed everything? Share your experience in the comments. WATCH DOCUMENTARIES ON ELEUSIS TV Explore documentaries on consciousness, ancient wisdom and the human spirit with Eleusis TV: https://eleusistv.com/ FIND ESTIE MATTHEUS Telegram — EstieDailyMetaTalk: https://t.me/EstieDailyMetatalk MetaTalk posts and membership: https://buymeacoffee.com/estiemetatalk CHAPTERS 00:00 “It was so bad I moved out” — opening hook 00:33 Introducing Estie Mattheus 02:20 Sensing her brother’s presence 03:24 Explore Eleusis TV 03:41 Discovering Chinese metaphysics 05:39 The five arts of Chinese metaphysics 07:20 Qi Men Dun Jia, chess and the I Ching 11:15 Understanding the five elements 15:26 Birth charts and personal patterns 17:23 Life cycles, timing and taking action 20:27 Period 9 and the fire cycle 21:17 A scratched car and a missed business meeting 24:20 The I Ching reading: lake or water? 26:55 The Feng Shui consultation that led to a move 29:36 How person, property and environment connect 31:39 Where to find Estie 32:48 Monthly insights and guest farewell 34:01 Can Feng Shui feel restrictive? #ChineseMetaphysics #FengShui #BaZi #IChing #StrangeAndMysteriousWorld Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Feng Shui, I Ching & Chinese Astrology | Estie Mattheus | S6E13

  6. Sep 22

    Freemasonry Explained: Hidden Symbols & Rituals | Jaime Paul Lamb | S6E12

    Has Freemasonry lost its deeper teachings—or are they still hidden in plain sight? Author and Freemason Jaime Paul Lamb joins Strange & Mysterious World to explore Masonic symbolism, initiation and the Western esoteric tradition. We discuss Jaime’s understanding of Freemasonry as inner temple building, its connections with Rosicrucianism and Hermetic philosophy, and the alchemical and astrological interpretations of its rituals. Can a tradition preserve knowledge even when those passing it on no longer understand its meaning? The conversation also explores Gnosticism, competing theories about the Knights Templar, and Jaime’s personal journey from philosophical uncertainty to finding purpose through the Craft. Finally, he explains how he translates a natal chart into music performed on a harmonium. Historical theories and metaphysical claims are discussed as the speakers’ interpretations and beliefs, rather than established scientific findings. What do you think: can ritual preserve a teaching after its meaning has been forgotten? Share your thoughts below, and subscribe for more Strange & Mysterious World conversations. Season 6, Episode 12. Explore documentaries on consciousness, ancient wisdom and the human spirit: https://eleusistv.com/ FIND JAIME PAUL LAMB Official website and information about his books: https://www.jaimepaullamb.com/ Books include Myth, Magick & Masonry, Approaching the Middle Chamber, and The Archetypal Temple and Other Writings on Masonic Esotericism. Astrology consultations, tutoring and astromusicology: https://www.jaimepaullamb.com/astrology Genethlialogy: natal astrology course: https://www.jaimepaullamb.com/genethlialogy/introduction Public contact: jaimepaullamb@hotmail.com CHAPTERS 00:00 Welcome & introducing Jaime Paul Lamb 00:59 Has Freemasonry lost its hidden teachings? 05:12 Why Freemasonry is changing 07:32 Eleusis TV 07:54 Masonic lodges & declining membership 09:43 From stonemasons to spiritual temple building 17:31 Freemasonry & Hermetic philosophy 19:00 Alchemy in Freemasonry 23:32 Acacia, DMT & interpretations of Masonic ritual 26:57 Spiritual alchemy & a disenchanted world 33:32 A return to spiritual seeking? 38:39 Searching for deeper meaning in the lodge 42:41 Astrology, symbolism & a new generation of Masons 47:28 How rituals preserve hidden teachings 52:25 Sacred architecture & the temple in man 56:19 Gnosticism & the Great Architect 1:02:29 Knights Templar: history, belief & Masonic connections 1:08:21 Baphomet & its symbolism 1:10:15 Scotland, Mithraism & theories of Masonic origins 1:15:33 How Freemasonry changed Jaime’s life 1:17:56 Jaime’s work & turning birth charts into music 1:23:44 Closing thoughts #Freemasonry #JaimePaulLamb #Hermeticism #Rosicrucianism #StrangeAndMysteriousWorld Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Freemasonry Explained: Hidden Symbols & Rituals | Jaime Paul Lamb | S6E12

  7. Sep 15

    Are Dragons Real? Richard Freeman on Modern Sightings | S6E11

    Are dragons real? Cryptozoologist Richard Freeman joins Strange & Mysterious World to explore modern dragon sightings, ancient dragon mythology and what witnesses say they encountered. Richard recounts a reported encounter at Waverley Abbey in Surrey and discusses his interviews with five witnesses. From African flying serpents to Asian water dragons, we explore why dragon stories appear across cultures—and whether familiar animals, folklore or something stranger could explain them. The conversation ventures into Richard’s “Global Monster Template” theory, consciousness, tulpas and thought forms, his account of a fairy encounter on Dartmoor, parallels with UFO experiences, and the mysteries surrounding Loch Ness. These are reported experiences, folklore and speculative interpretations, explored through an open-minded conversation. Strange & Mysterious World | Season 6, Episode 11 Subscribe for more conversations about paranormal experiences, consciousness, ancient mysteries and the unexplained. What do you think lies behind dragon sightings? Share your thoughts in the comments. FIND RICHARD FREEMAN Centre for Fortean Zoology: https://cfz.org.uk/ The Highest Strangeness — official book information: https://cfz.org.uk/2024/08/new-book-available-now-the-highest-strangeness-by-richard-freeman/ EXPLORE ELEUSIS TV Go deeper with Eleusis TV—documentaries exploring spiritual growth, well-being, esoteric knowledge and philosophy: https://eleusistv.com/ CHAPTERS 00:00 A reported dragon with a ten-metre wingspan 00:22 Discover Eleusis TV 00:48 Introducing Richard Freeman 01:44 The dragon skull, cryptids and water serpents 06:20 St George, dragons and wyverns 09:57 The Waverley Abbey dragon reports 13:06 Strange lights and further dragon accounts 18:41 Other dimensions, jinn and disappearing creatures 20:54 The Global Monster Template 27:01 Tulpas and Richard’s thought-form experiment 31:02 A fairy encounter on Dartmoor 36:32 Fairy folklore and UFO abductions 41:27 Chinese dragons, fossils and real animals 47:02 Nick Redfern and stories of ritual magic 50:45 The alleged dragon cult of Marsden Bay 54:46 Loch Ness, Crowley and paranormal theories 1:02:36 The spider experiment: the full story 1:11:52 Final thoughts #Dragons #Cryptozoology #RichardFreeman #Paranormal #StrangeAndMysteriousWorld Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  8. Sep 8

    Taoism, Chinese Medicine & Energy Healing with Richard Wickes (S6E10)

    Richard Wickes joins Strange & Mysterious World to explore Taoism, Chinese medicine, energy healing and The Five Element Code. How does he connect an ancient framework of wood, fire, earth, metal and water with the body, consciousness and everyday life? Richard shares his interpretation of the five elements, the paradox of Wu Wei or “doing nothing” and his experiences studying with a Taoist teacher. The conversation moves through Qigong, energy transmission, acupuncture, Reiki, feng shui and Chinese astrology. During the interview, Richard demonstrates his approach to energy work with William and Lee, who describe their reactions as the session unfolds. He also recounts remote-viewing experiences and deeply personal encounters involving spirituality, meditation and grief. Join us for a conversation about perception, ancient philosophy and the mysteries of human experience. Strange & Mysterious World | Season 6, Episode 10 WATCH DOCUMENTARIES ON ELEUSIS TV If you enjoy the subjects we explore on Strange & Mysterious World, go deeper with Eleusis TV, William Collinson’s documentary platform exploring consciousness, ancient wisdom, psychedelic spirituality and the mysteries of human experience. Explore the films: https://eleusistv.com/ FIND RICHARD WICKES Official website: https://www.wickesway.com/ About Richard and his work: https://www.wickesway.com/rich.html Public contact: Wickesway@gmail.com Book discussed: The Five Element Code: Read Your Body, Decode Your World EXPLORE STRANGE & MYSTERIOUS WORLD https://www.strangeandmysteriousworld.com/ Subscribe for more conversations exploring consciousness, ancient mysteries, spirituality and the unexplained. Which idea from this episode would you like us to explore further? Let us know in the comments. This interview presents personal experiences and the participants’ interpretations. The energy-work demonstration is not a controlled experiment or evidence of a medical cure. This content is not medical advice and should not replace qualified medical care. CHAPTERS 00:00 Introducing Richard Wickes 00:36 Taoism and the Five Element Code 07:08 Richard’s interpretation of the five elements 12:56 Nothingness and Wu Wei 22:12 Qigong and energy transmission 27:04 Richard’s experience of energetic perception 32:16 Acupuncture, Reiki and cultivating sensitivity 36:05 Energy as information 42:19 Energy-work demonstration with Lee 45:58 Energy-work demonstration with William 56:23 Chinese medicine, feng shui and the five elements 1:02:09 The hosts’ reactions and healing stories 1:06:49 Spiritual encounters across traditions 1:08:51 Richard’s Jesus experience and grief 1:13:02 An unexpected experience in meditation 1:20:32 How Richard approaches energy work 1:26:34 Medicine and healing claims 1:34:25 Intuition and remote viewing 1:40:02 Chinese astrology and the five elements 1:41:17 Where to find Richard #Taoism #FiveElements #EnergyHealing #RichardWickes #StrangeAndMysteriousWorld Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Strange & Mysterious World is a weekly podcast exploring the biggest mysteries of our reality. Join hosts William Collinson and Lee Strydom as they investigate UFOs, ancient civilizations, consciousness, remote viewing, near-death experiences, spirituality, paranormal phenomena, hidden history, secret societies, and the science behind the unexplained. Through conversations with leading researchers, scientists, experiencers, and authors from around the world, each episode challenges conventional thinking and explores the questions that could change everything. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    William Collinson & Lee Strydom
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    154
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Strange & Mysterious World
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