Blessing in Disguise

Jack McFakey joins the Seattle Tonight podcast to tell his true paranormal story, all the way from Australia. The theme of this episode is Mama's Home.Jack McFakey is an independent investigative journalist covering the dark, corrupt, illegal underground of the tobacco industry. Read his work at https://jackmcfakey.substack.com/Check out Jack's X Account: https://x.com/Jack_McFakeyJack is also now on Medium: https://medium.com/@jack_mcfakey

At a crossroads, somewhere between boy and man, Chris LoRRaine leaves his tiny hometown of Palmer, Alaska. He embarks on a journey to Hollywood, seeking rock n’ roll fortune. A bizarre, wonderful, wild odyssey unfolds. The theme of this episode is "Buy the Ticket, Take the Ride."Chris LoRRaine is a musician. You can find his music on Spotify. Instagram: @chrislorrainesapocl.aypse

Why did my best friend get divorced? What about my uncle? Let's find out. The theme of this episode is "Divorce".Check out the World of Warren podcast! Available now on Apple and Spotify.

Five true stories of the supernatural, straight from the people who experienced them. Including my encounter with an interdimensional being. The theme of this episode is "Jinkies!"Bridget O'Neill and Marshelle Fair are actors in Los Angeles and hosts of the Yeah Sorta Kinda podcast. "Life Lessons and Unknowable Things." Available on Apple and Spotify. Instagram: @YeahSortaKindaRachel has a band called Ghoul Talk . Check it out on Apple Music, Spotify, and YouTube. Instagram: @GhoulTalkBandDog Bite Harris is a musician from Heppner, Oregon. Check out his new EP, Hopes & Dreams & Hate, now available on Apple Music, Spotify, and YouTube. Instagram: @the_real_dogbite_harris

Who couldn’t use an unplanned, fortunate event or discovery? In the mid-1970s, a young medical student named Neil took the New York City subway and stepped off at Serendipity Station. A true New York City love story that defies the odds. The theme of this episode is “Serendipity.”Dr. Neil J. Farber has a medical degree from ivy league University of Pennsylvania, taught at the prestigious University of California San Diego, and is the author of the book Serendipity: Utilizing Everyday Unexpected Events to Improve Your Life and Career.

Tomy from Tacoma, Washington dreams of a life free from the 9-5 nightmare. With a lot of hard work and a little divine intervention, he builds an empire. The theme of this episode is "Blessing in Disguise".In the greater Tacoma, Washington area and need a tow? Check out NERD Towing. Visit: www.nerdtowing.com Instagram: @nerdtowing

Joining us on the show is Nick from Tacoma, Washington. Nick is a karate national champion, world champion, and was formerly ranked number one globally in his weight class. The theme of this episode is "Number One"What does it take to be the best in the world? What does it take to get there? Most importantly, is it worth it? Kevin Alvir is a psychic, a cartoonist and an illustrator. Kevin's work can be consumed in places as prestigious as HBO. Kevin is a MoCCA Fest Award of Excellence Winner (2024)Kevin's graphic novel, LISA CHEESE & GHOST GUITAR is available now wherever books are sold online. Instagram: @Mr_KevinAlvir

Seattle local Amanda calls the show. Plus, a blessing to kick off the program. The theme of this episode is "Calling In".Amanda's Instagram: @badassmotherhugger

When she joined the Buddhafield community, it was a near utopia. When she left decades later, it was a cult led by a twisted, narcissistic, abusive guru. Seattle Tonight welcomes Radhia Gleis as she tells us about her upbringing, time in the Buddhafield cult, and interactions with Jaime, the guru.The Buddhafield Cult – “A spiritual community that started in Florida, moved to LA, then to Austin, and finally landed in Hawaii. After twenty-some years, it came to light that the conspicuously gay teacher was sexually abusing many of the members. What a surprise! It’s a tale as old as civilization. A narcissistic leader turns a community of followers into a cult. That about sums it up.” – Radhia Gleis from her book The Followers – Holy Hell and the Disciples of Narcissistic Leaders.The theme of this episode is “Almost Paradise.” Radhia Gleis is the author of the book Holy Hell and the Disciples of Narcissistic Leaders and was featured in the award-winning documentary about the Buddhafield Cult, Holy Hell.

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