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Jim Malliard Announces Malliard Report Hiatus, Reflects on Past and Future

In a reflective discussion with pop culture expert Rebecca Housel, host Jim Malliard announces he is putting his long-running podcast The Malliard Report on hiatus. Jim explains he wants to devote more time to his advocacy work helping families with special needs students through his Candy Apple Advocacy platform.While The Malliard Report is on break, Jim plans to re-air past "golden moments" from his 12+ years of shows and 500+ episodes. Jim and Rebecca reminisce about memorable past guests and shows during their wide-ranging conversation. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit themalliardreport.com

Skeptic Discusses UFO Community as Entertainment, Not Science

Host Jim Malliard was joined by friend and periodic guest Chris George Zuger, who took a skeptical look at the UFO and disclosure community. Chris argued that the field is driven by entertainment and business interests rather than legitimate research. He doesn't believe advanced alien civilizations are visiting Earth or collaborating with governments, as he feels they would avoid our "dysfunctional" species. Chris and Jim discussed how media and conspiracy thinking have changed over the years, with Chris saying many theories are now too "insane" to take seriously. They also reminisced about collaborating in the past and complimented each other's growth and successes. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit themalliardreport.com

Into The Microphone..

Paranormal investigator and podcast host Kat Ward joined The Malliard Report to share stories and insights from over 10 years of seeking out the unexplained. She discussed memorable investigations, the learning curve of narrating audiobooks, and her approach to keeping an open but skeptical mindset.Kat also swapped intriguing anecdotes with Jim about personal paranormal encounters, ranging from a compelling urge to search for an unfamiliar creek to a touching exchange with an elderly man. They reflected on the double-edged sword of paranormal television's mainstream impact and offered perspective into vetting potential guests.From ghost hunting methods to narration work, Kat provided an engaging overview of her experiences exploring and sharing tales of the unexplained. Tune in to hear more as Kat and Jim bond over a shared passion for the peculiar and paranormal. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit themalliardreport.com

Reminiscing About Haunted Adventures and Life Lessons

The two friends reminisced about collaborating together on paranormal topics over the past decade. One described surviving a major health crisis recently that gave him a new outlook on life. They discussed how generations experience the passage of time differently in the modern digital era compared to previous decades.Shifting public interest and credibility of the paranormal genre was another topic, including changes in related television shows and investigative standards over the years. One speaker explained his decision to move on from active paranormal investigating due to concerns about remaining objective.They touched on various societal problems such as the opioid epidemic and flaws in the foster care system. Casual talk about sports teams and favorite breakfast foods reflected their friendship. Overall it sounded like an enjoyable catch-up conversation between two long-time friends, without going into excessive detail on any particular topic. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit themalliardreport.com

Mysterious Origins of Christmas & Paranormal Enigmas with Jeff Belanger

Join Jim Malliard, your host at the Malliard Report, as he delves into a fascinating exploration of the eerie origins of Christmas with guest, Jeff Belanger. Listen to riveting discussions about ancient Yuletide traditions, their links to the winter solstice, and how these age-old tales are woven into modern Christmas celebrations. The conversation also covers intriguing debates about popular holiday movies, ghostly encounters from renowned paranormal expert Jim Harold, and the chilling mysteries surrounding the White House. With captivating insights into belief systems, conspiracy theories, and the supernatural, this episode is sure to enthrall all enthusiasts of history, mystery, and the paranormal. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit themalliardreport.com