Art welcomes listeners to “Dreamland,” a show dedicated to exploring the fringes of human experience, areas not easily categorized or understood. The episode features Linda Howe, an expert on crop circles and animal mutilations, and Brad Steiger, author of over a hundred books including “The Awful Thing in the Attic.” Art discusses the intrigue surrounding the alleged death of a cameraman involved in the humanoid autopsy controversy, highlighting the mystery and skepticism within the UFO research community. Linda shares insights from the Omega Conference, including discussions with Stanton Friedman and others on various phenomena.
Art and his guests delve into the complexity of alien technology, discussing the concept of neuron-based, biologically interfaced computers as described in a recent issue of Discovery Magazine. This technology, purportedly recovered from UFO crash sites, is tailored specifically to the unique biological and telepathic signatures of its alien users, rendering it inaccessible and indecipherable to humans. Efforts to reverse-engineer these devices have been ongoing for decades, with little to no success. This segment also touches on the sensitive nature of the autopsy footage of aliens, suggesting that some of the beings may have survived the crash. The discussion shifts to the intriguing possibility that the government made contact with extraterrestrial survivors in 1949, returning one of the beings to its origin.
Brad Steiger, an author of over a hundred books on paranormal phenomena, is introduced. Steiger shares insights from his extensive career as a psychic researcher and recounts eerie and spooky stories from his own investigations. He mentions living in Forest City, Iowa, with his wife, Sherry, alongside cats, ghosts, and Scandinavian pixies, sparking curiosity about these mystical household members.
Steiger’s journey into the paranormal began early, influenced by living in a haunted house, a near-death experience at age 11, and an encounter with a visitor from another dimension at age 5. These profound experiences ignited his interest in the unknown and led to a lifelong pursuit of understanding the paranormal. His prolific writing career is highlighted, with Art expressing admiration for Steiger’s ability to produce such a vast body of work. Steiger’s encounter with an alien-like being in his childhood is discussed, including a remarkable moment when he recognized the being in a painting years later.
Brad Steiger shares a profound personal experience from his childhood, recounting an encounter with a small being with a large head and reptilian-like eyes, which he observed from his bedroom window. This encounter left a lasting impact on Steiger, marking it as the only “dream” from his childhood he remembers with vivid clarity even decades later. This experience was further validated when Steiger met a woman who had a similar encounter during her childhood in Iowa, strengthening his belief in the significance of his experiences.
Steiger reflects on his life’s events, including a near-death experience at age 11 due to a severe farm accident, which he believes were purposeful, shaping his path as a “testifier” through his writings. During his near-death experience, Steiger encountered a beautiful light and experienced freedom from physical limitations, a classic account of near-death experiences, but with a unique element: he was shown geometric designs that conveyed a deep sense of meaning and order to life, a revelation that has eluded description in his extensive body of work.
Brad Steiger recounts his recovery in a Roman Catholic hospital after his severe farm accident, where a nurse’s soothing presence and a visit to a beautiful valley during surgery provided him comfort and a sense of being cared for beyond the physical realm. This experience led him to speak to the parents of a dying child in the hospital, offering them comfort and hope based on his own near-death experience. This act of sharing his experience at such a young age set him on a path of providing hope and understanding to others about the existence of something beyond our physical lives.
Steiger discusses his frustration with attempts to medically explain near-death experiences, emphasizing the transformative nature of these experiences that transcend physical explanations. He shares his journey from debating skeptics to recognizing the personal and mystical nature of paranormal experiences, which cannot be swayed by argument. Steiger’s encounters with disbelief, even among scientists and colleagues, have solidified his belief in the multidimensional and parapsychological aspects of the phenomena he studies, moving beyond the need for external validation.
Brad Steiger delves into the topic of haunted houses, sharing his lifelong fascination with them and recounting some of the most compelling cases he has encountered. He emphasizes that haunted houses, despite their eerie nature, offer a positive message about the existence of life after death. Steiger’s approach to investigating hauntings was driven by a deep intellectual curiosity and a desire to understand the phenomena beyond simple explanations such as natural sounds or movements within a house.
One particularly dramatic case involved a house where multiple murders had occurred over generations, creating a space charged with negative energy and violent history. In this house, phenomena such as faucets running blood and faces appearing on walls were reported. Steiger himself experienced being physically lifted into the air by an unseen force, a testament to the powerful energies at play. The house’s basement, the site of the murders, was a focal point for the paranormal activity, with manifestations of the tragedies that had taken place there.
Steiger explores the concept of hauntings as either souls unable to move on or as environmental imprints of past events, likening some ghostly appearances to photographs that capture and replay moments of intense emotion. He acknowledges the existence of both malevolent and benign spirits, noting that while many hauntings are associated with violent deaths or unrequited love, there are also cases of “happy ghosts” that coexist peacefully with the living.
In one dramatic investigation, Brad Steiger and his team encountered aggressive paranormal activity in a house with a history of murders. Efforts to keep a door open in the basement, where most phenomena were reported, were thwarted when an unseen force violently closed it, throwing the door off its hinges. This forceful demonstration lifted several members of the investigation team, including Steiger, into the air, underscoring the presence of a powerful entity that demanded respect.
Steiger describes his method of disassociating himself in such intense situations, entering a mental state where he observes and records events without emotional reaction, a skill developed through meditation, prayer, and his experience as a writer. This approach allowed him to remain in the haunted house despite the unnerving experience, driven by intellectual curiosity and a desire to understand phenomena beyond rational explanation.
Another investigation involved a home where a former local politician and his two maiden daughters had lived. After the politician’s death, people reported seeing his ghostly figure walking across the lawn into the house nightly, where he would interact with his daughters as if living a normal evening routine. This case highlighted the emotional connections and routines that can tie spirits to specific locations.
During the investigation of the politician’s home, a skeptical police officer accompanying Steiger witnessed a ghostly apparition materialize, challenging his disbelief and showcasing the unpredictable and often personal nature of paranormal encounters.
Brad Steiger recounts a chilling experience of interacting with what appeared to be a tangible, hologram-like ghostly figure, demonstrating the complex nature of hauntings. His ability to physically touch the apparition, feeling a tingling sensation, underscores the physicality that some spirits can manifest. This encounter sparked a deep curiosity in Steiger, despite the potential dangers, further fueling his exploration of the paranormal.
Steiger’s investigations often involved police officers, highlighting the intersection between law enforcement and paranormal phenomena. Despite the challenges and skepticism, many officers reached out to Steiger for assistance with unexplained events, demonstrating a broader acceptance of the paranormal among some in the law enforcement community. These collaborations, however, remained unofficial due to the stigma associated with acknowledging such phenomena publicly.
The conversation shifts to a discussion on time travel and out-of-body experiences, revealing Steiger’s extensive experimentation with these concepts, including live television experiments that aimed to send subjects back in time through hypnosis. These experiments showcased the potential for consciousness to transcend physical and temporal boundaries, offering tantalizing glimpses into the nature of reality and the power of the human mind.
Brad Steiger’s exploration of paranormal phenomena extends into a discussion on the potential of time travel, as demonstrated through a live television experiment that sent a subject back to Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address. The subject’s accurate descriptions, validated by Lincoln scholars, raise intriguing questions about the nature of ghosts and the concept of time itself.
Steiger and his wife, also deeply interested in the intelligence and emotional capacities of animals, co-authored a book aimed at the teenage audience. This work, emphasizing scientific research, seeks to elevate respect for animal intelligence, challenging the notion that animals operate purely on instinct. It’s a call for a deeper understanding and appreciation of the reasoning abilities and emotional lives of animals, highlighting instances where animals demonstrate clear problem-solving skills and use tools, much to the surprise of those who underestimate them.
Brad Steiger discusses his fascination and investigations into the Bigfoot phenomenon, sharing experiences of hearing, smelling, and finding physical evidence of such creatures, including hair and footprints. Steiger suggests that Bigfoot may be a multidimensional or parapsychological entity, appearing and disappearing in a manner that defies conventional understanding of physical beings. He recounts expeditions with experienced outdoorsmen and encounters with physical traces of these creatures that suggest their presence, yet elude definitive proof of their existence.
One intriguing story Steiger shares involves a clump of hair believed to be from Bigfoot, which was analyzed by a forensic scientist. The scientist, initially thinking the hair was human and suspecting involvement in a divorce case, was baffled when informed of its actual context. This episode highlights the challenges in categorizing evidence related to creatures like Bigfoot, with physical characteristics closely resembling those of humans yet belonging to beings of unknown origin.
Brad Steiger discusses a pivotal moment in the investigation of Bigfoot with Ivan Sanderson, a respected zoologist, who believed he had found the corpse of Bigfoot in Minnesota. This discovery turned into one of the most baffling mysteries, as the body they found and initially identified as Bigfoot was later dismissed as a hoax, speculated to be a prop from the “Planet of the Apes.” This incident led to a significant controversy, with some suggesting that the original creature might have been mistakenly or deliberately swapped for a fake to avoid legal repercussions. This event discredited Sanderson and his colleague, impacting their reputations.
Steiger also touches on the tribulations faced by Professor John Mack, a Harvard psychiatrist who studied alien abduction cases and faced scrutiny from his academic institution. Steiger expresses his belief in the reality of abduction phenomena, noting that while he doesn’t subscribe to the idea that millions have been abducted, he acknowledges the significance of these experiences, often comparing them to near-death experiences in their impact on individuals.
The conversation shifts to the Philadelphia Experiment, a topic Steiger explored in depth, contributing significantly to the literature on the subject. He recounts receiving letters from people claiming to have direct or familial connections to the experiment, suggesting that something extraordinary happened. Steiger maintains a cautious stance on Al Bielek’s claims about his involvement in the experiment and time travel, indicating that while he has reservations, he remains open to the possibility that there’s a kernel of truth in the stories that continue to emerge around the Philadelphia Experiment.
Brad Steiger explores the concept of personal shamanism, suggesting that individuals possess innate abilities to connect with higher intelligences. He emphasizes the importance of approaching these spiritual explorations with seriousness, discipline, prayer, and fasting, akin to the practices of ministers, priests, or shamans. This approach underscores a deep respect for the spiritual realm and the responsibility that comes with attempting to engage with it.
Listeners share their experiences, including symmetrical physical occurrences and fever-induced geometric visions, prompting discussions on balance and the innate desire for it. These personal stories highlight the varied ways individuals encounter and interpret their connections to the spiritual or paranormal.
Steiger also discusses the nature of reality, mentioning Robert Monroe of the Monroe Institute and the concept of multiple levels of ascension. He advocates for the exploration of human potential beyond the physical realm, suggesting that humans are a transitional species between the physical and the spiritual. This perspective encourages individuals to recognize and explore their potential, pushing the boundaries of what is believed to be possible.
Brad Steiger discusses the challenge of writing about the indescribable, emphasizing the importance of conveying experiences that resonate with readers. He advises aspiring writers facing blocks to adopt a zen-like approach, writing regularly and entering a relaxed state to overcome intimidation by the blank page. Steiger’s guiding principle has been to write books that he himself would want to read, a method that has served him well throughout his prolific career.
The conversation shifts to a discussion about photographs of ghosts, including one featured in Art Bell’s book, “The Art of Talk,” which showcases a very clear image of what appears to be a ghost. Steiger also shares that his book, “The Awful Thing in the Attic,” includes some of his favorite ghost stories and phenomena, including the handwriting of a ghost from England’s famously haunted Borley Rectory. This handwriting began to appear when a pastor and his wife moved into the rectory, with the entity developing a particular rapport with the pastor’s wife.
Steiger explains the title of his book, suggesting that the attic represents the mind, contrasting with the basement’s association with the earth and potentially darker entities. This perspective offers a metaphorical interpretation of architectural spaces as reflections of human consciousness and the supernatural phenomena associated with them.
Brad Steiger delves into the interconnectedness of various phenomena, from geometric patterns possibly related to crop circles to the personal interpretations of Jesus Christ, emphasizing the individual’s journey to understanding. He recounts his experiences with Paul Twitchell, the founder of Eckankar, praising Twitchell’s remarkable abilities, including weather manipulation. These anecdotes highlight the mysterious capabilities attributed to individuals deeply connected with spiritual realms.
Steiger discusses the alarming increase in natural disasters, suggesting we are entering a period of significant earth changes and volcanism. He introduces the concept of “time cycles,” drawing from a comprehensive study presented to him by scientists, which he compiled into a book that outlines the current environmental upheavals. This period of change is not attributed to human actions but seen as a natural cycle of the Earth, akin to seasons.
In the context of these changes, Steiger expresses optimism about humanity’s evolution from “Homo sapiens” to “Homo spiritus,” suggesting that we are on the brink of a significant evolutionary leap. This transition, he believes, will see more people making quantum leaps in consciousness, moving towards a more spiritually aware existence. Despite the challenges presented by natural disasters and earth changes, Steiger maintains a hopeful outlook for humanity’s potential to adapt and evolve.
Brad Steiger reflects on the acceleration of global events, describing it as a “quickening,” where societal, economic, and natural phenomena intensify, indicating a dramatic transition phase for humanity. He addresses the widespread sense of urgency and purposelessness expressed by many, emphasizing the importance of discovering one’s mission and purpose through spiritual exploration and self-awareness. Steiger believes Earth is a “schoolhouse,” offering opportunities for spiritual growth and advancement, while also cautioning about the potential for self-destruction if humanity fails to recognize and act upon its spiritual potential.
Discussions about the rise in violence and societal unrest segue into Steiger’s disappointment with the lack of attention to one of his works, “The Road Map of Time,” which predicted the current upheavals based on extensive research. This book’s neglect in the U.S. contrasts with its reception in Europe, highlighting cultural differences in openness to such topics.
Steiger ponders the reasons behind his and others’ successes, attributing it to a sense of mission derived from personal experiences, such as his near-death experience at age 11. He views his work as a ministry aimed at sharing the message that humanity is more than just physical beings and emphasizes the importance of oneness and helping others.
The conversation shifts to Hopi prophecies and the potential significance of Comet Hale-Bopp as a symbol of purification rather than an apocalyptic harbinger. Steiger and his wife, who has Indigenous heritage, interpret these prophecies as indicative of a time for humanity to cleanse and prepare for a new phase of existence, focusing on spiritual evolution rather than physical survival alone.
Brad Steiger discusses the concept of a spiritual or cosmic war, suggesting that human consciousness and attention may be the battleground for forces beyond our understanding. He agrees with a caller’s suggestion that attention and intention play crucial roles in shaping our reality, echoing themes Steiger has explored in his works about the influence of spiritual and extraterrestrial entities on human evolution and consciousness. This conversation touches on the idea that humanity might be at a pivotal point, with the potential to transform collectively through the manifestation of higher spiritual principles.
Steiger’s discussion extends to the responsibilities that come with recognizing these cosmic battles, emphasizing the need for vigilance, discernment, and balance in confronting negative or seductive forces. He recounts a provocative statement by John Lear, suggesting that the light seen in near-death experiences could be deceptive, a notion Steiger doesn’t personally endorse based on his experiences. Instead, he advocates for continuous vigilance and the ability to discern the true nature of spiritual encounters.
The conversation then shifts to the topic of meditation, particularly transcendental meditation, as a pathway to greater understanding and spiritual enlightenment. Steiger acknowledges the value of meditation as a discipline for achieving deeper self-awareness and connection with higher states of consciousness, aligning with teachings from spiritual leaders like Paramahansa Yogananda.
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