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Meet the Minds Behind the Mysteries - Guest List

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Dr. Robert Bartholomew: A celebrated sociologist, historian, and author, Dr. Bartholomew is a leading authority on mass hysteria, urban legends, and pseudoscience. With decades of research, he provides keen insights into the cultural and psychological forces shaping mysterious events.
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Dr. Richard Norris: A renowned geologist and co-discoverer of the mechanism behind Death Valley's \"sailing stones,\" Dr. Norris unravels natural phenomena that have baffled scientists and laypeople alike. His expertise bridges the gap between the mystifying and the scientifically explainable.
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Dr. Massimo Teodorani: An astrophysicist and prolific author, Dr. Teodorani specializes in the study of transient luminous phenomena, from ball lightning to unidentified aerial anomalies. His research merges cutting-edge physics with the search for scientific explanations behind some of nature’s most enigmatic mysteries.
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Dr. Erling Strand: A distinguished physicist and expert in the study of unusual atmospheric phenomena, Dr. Strand is widely recognized for his research into \"skyquakes\" and other unexplained natural events. Combining a deep understanding of acoustics and atmospheric science, he offers critical perspectives on the intersection of science and the mysteries of the natural world.
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Dr. Avi Loeb: A world-renowned astrophysicist, best-selling author, and former chair of Harvard's Astronomy Department, Dr. Loeb is at the forefront of exploring the mysteries of our universe. From interstellar objects like 'Oumuamua to the search for extraterrestrial life, his groundbreaking research challenges the boundaries of scientific inquiry and ignites curiosity about the cosmos.
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Dr. Glen MacPherson: A physicist and educator, Dr. MacPherson is the founder of the World Hum Map and Database, a global initiative compiling reports on the unexplained low-frequency noise known as the Hum. His research focuses on identifying potential sources of the phenomenon through data analysis, scientific modeling, and collaboration with experts in acoustics and geophysics.
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Awards, Achievements, & Recognitions

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Featured on PlayerFM: Best Scientific Mysteries Podcasts (2025): player.fm/podcasts/Scientific-Mysteries
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Featured on PlayerFM: Best Unravel The Mystery Of Mysteries Podcasts (2025): player.fm/podcasts/Unravel-the-mystery-of-mysteries
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Featured on PlayerFM: Best Unexplained Mysteries Podcasts (2025): player.fm/podcasts/Unexplained-Mysteries
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Featured on PlayerFM: Best Unravel The Mystery Of Mysteries Podcasts (2024): player.fm/en/podcasts/Unravel-the-mystery-of-mysteries
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Welcome- introductory episode to \"The Science Behind Mysteries\" podcast.