Topic: Steph Young

The discussion turns to David Paulides and his Missing 411 research regarding mysterious disappearances in national parks. Soraya reveals a falling out with Paulides over plagiarism accusations made against researcher Steph Young. Further criticism is directed at Paulides for allegedly omitting data from cases that were later solved and shifting his focus toward UFOs primarily for financial gain at conferences.

Greg and Soraya discuss "weird" entries in their respective archives, with Greg highlighting his interview with NLP co-founder Richard Bandler. They touch on the challenges of starting a podcast in the current saturated market compared to a decade ago. Soraya provides an update on Steph Young’s current work, noting her transition to independent podcasting and new books on near-death experiences.

Researcher Steph Young joins the program to discuss her work documenting mysterious disappearances and paranormal phenomena in forests and mountains. Young notes that her initial research into time travel led to the discovery of hotspots where UFO sightings, ley lines, and paranormal activity overlap. The conversation highlights how these previously segregated topics are increasingly viewed as interconnected elements of a single mystery.