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Your fix of the Paranormal, Supernatural, and High Strangeness.

While other shows get lost down the rabbit hole, Fortean News delivers the weirdest news of the day in bite-sized chunks. Hosted by James Koppert, we blend humour, discussion, and genuine curiosity into a perfect daily listen for the commute.

Whether you are a believer or a sceptic, join us as we explore:

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👻 Ghosts & Poltergeists: The latest hauntings and spectral evidence.
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🛸 UFOs & UAP: Sightings, disclosure news, and alien encounters.
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👣 Cryptids: From Bigfoot to the Mothman.
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👹 High Strangeness: Demons, glitches in the matrix, and the unexplained.
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Featuring exclusive interviews with leading experts in the world of the weird.

Got a story? Email us: forteannewspodcast@gmail.com

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