You don’t have to look far to find an outlandish theory on the net, from Finland not existing, Keanu Reeves being a vampire and aliens killing JFK, there are plenty of wacky and bizarre claims out there to make you think, laugh or fear for someone's sanity! I’ve rounded up my top 10 for your perusal, I hope you enjoy them! 10. Elvis didn’t die in 1977 Since his death in 1977, many have refused to believe that the King actually passed away. Speculation of this started on the day of his funeral, when attendees (and even some members of his own family) commented that the body in the open casket ..read more

Hauntings are apparently on the rise, yet the paranormal still struggles to be taken seriously. Homeowners who experience activity are stuck between a rock and a hard place. If they go public, they could find themselves open to suspicion, distrust, and ridicule. If they approach a paranormal group, they may strike lucky and find support, but could also end up with the wrong type of people, in it for entertainment or making a profit. So what do you do and who do you trust? Well, before you go public or invite a group into your home, you can always try these old school methods: 1. Try to commun ..read more

Fundamental to the religious teachings of Hinduism, Sikhism, Buddhism and Jainism, proposed by the ancient Greeks, believed by the ancient Mayans, and widely accepted by Native Americans, reincarnation is a fascinating theory that has been debated for thousands of years. Accounts of past lives have been recorded as far back as the Tsin dynasty in China (255-206 BCE), which includes the case of 5-year-old Pao Tsing, a boy who was convinced that he had lived before and provided details of the town and family he once knew. He explained that he had died after falling down a well and was so insist ..read more

At some moment in time, all of us have been part of a conversation regarding the paranormal and it’s always interesting to see people’s reactions, especially if (up until that point) they’ve never revealed their opinions before. Nowadays, most people keep an open mind on the topic and that’s expected. We live in an age where an open mind is crucial to our development and advancement -scientists need to think in uncommon ways and have flexible thinking in order to discover and innovate, historians are adapting their views on our ancestral past as new discoveries are made, and even society is a ..read more

Now, as I write this I realise that I'm immediately stepping into potential ridicule, but need to ask the question...Do you, like me, clearly remember the death of prominent thespian Derek Jacobi around the time of 2020-21? I can remember waking up to the radio announcements in the morning, I can remember watching Huw Edwards cover the headline and provide the obituary on BBC News and I can remember hearing and reading the condolence messages from fellow actors, including Sir Ian McKellen. But most of all, I remember this as Derek Jacobi had been a close part of my life through TV and film, s ..read more

The talking board or “Ouija” named after the word it spelt out at an 1890’s séance, has been around for thousands of years with its origins dating back to ancient China, but automatic writing techniques were also used by the ancient Greeks. The board that we are familiar with today gained popularity in the Victorian era when spiritual communication and occult practices were fashionable and enjoyed (in some form) by all levels of society. But why did the Victorians have such an interest in the paranormal? As scientific knowledge and understanding grew, natural explanations and discoveries push ..read more

They say you make your own luck in life and to a certain degree that’s true, but it’s also a fact that people have an advantage over others when it comes to achieving happiness and success. The social class or wealth of your family, your race, sex, country, health, religion and even the love of your parents all play a pivotal role in shaping your life and prospects from the moment you’re born. And the 21st Century adds an additional pressure on all of us, as we are now a world obsessed with acceptance, likes and comments on social media. The desire for attention has led to surgery, procedures ..read more

Many believe, (fellow paranormal writers included) that the vampire myth originated with Vlad the Impaler, the historical figure whose violent treatment of enemies merged with local legend to inspire Stoker’s monster. I’ve even seen statements by fellow bloggers, who boldly quote that “there were no vampire accounts before the 15th century”. Lazy writing and a lack of research is rife on the internet, and you’ll notice that many sites publish the same accounts, sometimes word for word as they have no skill or patience to create their own content. If they did their research, they would find pl ..read more

Spirits of the dead are mentioned in many ancient stories including the Bible, but are there reports or references outside of legends, poems, and popular fiction? Were reports of hauntings and paranormal activity prevalent in day-to-day society? You bet your ass they were!! I’ve rounded up my top 5 for your enjoyment and perusal… An ancient guide to dealing with hauntings and exorcisms Babylon tablet dated to 1500 B.C.E This clay tablet, part of a guide to exorcising ghosts, was acquired by the British Museum in the 19th Century. Interestingly, the depiction of the tablet’s ghost can only be ..read more

The Aliens are coming!! …Or so we’re led to believe from articles on UFO and paranormal websites every week for the past 25 years. So why is it that an advanced alien species with superior technology and interstellar travel, are taking their sweet time to arrive? Are the websites and social media accounts posting this information really risking their credibility with elaborate storytelling, or have the alien visitors stopped off on route to do something else? But more importantly, if they do arrive…are we ready for them?? Well, as ever, Paranormal Pilgrim are here to explore more and ask the ..read more