02 | From Hollywood to High Strangeness: A Conversation with Richard Hatem Pt. 1

What it Means To Be Human
What it Means To Be Human
02 | From Hollywood to High Strangeness: A Conversation with Richard Hatem Pt. 1
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Join Dan Zetterstrom as he dives into the world of the paranormal with writer Richard Hatem, exploring Richard’s journey through mediums (TV, movies) to a podcaster with a passion for the supernatural. Discover the stories behind Richard’s work, including his experiences writing the Mothman Prophecies movie, and his podcast, Richard Hatem’s Paranormal Bookshelf. This episode offers a fascinating look at the intersection of creativity, mystery, and the human experience. Tune in for an engaging discussion that challenges our understanding of reality and the unknown. Part 1 of 2. 

Remember to be curious, the universe is bigger than we know. 

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Chapters:

00:45 – Introduction to Richard Hatem

02:34 – Podcasting Journey

05:27 – Difference Between Podcasting and TV/Movie Writing

10:32 – Paranormal Origin Story

14:19 – The Mothman Prophecies

17:35 – Visiting Point Pleasant

20:25 – John Keel’s Humor and Influence

29:05 – The Nature of Paranormal Phenomena

33:05 – Extraterrestrial Hypothesis

39:42 – The Search for Truth in the Paranormal

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