Our Paranormal Afterlife : Finding Proof of Life After Death

This week I am talking to Dr Gregory Shushan about his book 'Near-Death Experience in Indigenous Religions'.

Near-death experiences are known around the world and throughout human history. They are sometimes reported by individuals who have revived from a period of clinical death or near-death and they typically feature sensations of leaving the body, entering and emerging from darkness, meeting deceased friends and relatives, encountering beings of light, judgment of one's earthly life, feelings of oneness, and reaching barriers, only to return to the body. Those who have NDEs almost invariably understand them as having profound spiritual or religious significance.

In this book, Gregory Shushan explores the relationships between near-death experiences, shamanism, and beliefs about the afterlife in traditional indigenous societies in Africa, North America, and Oceania. Drawing on historical accounts of the earliest encounters with explorers, missionaries, and ethnologists, this study addresses questions such as: Do ideas about the afterlife commonly originate in NDEs? What role does culture play in how people experience and interpret NDEs? How can we account for cross-cultural similarities and differences between afterlife beliefs?

Though NDEs are universal, Shushan shows that how they are actually experienced and interpreted varies by region and culture. As the historical documents reveal, in North America, they were commonly valorized, and attempts were made to replicate them through shamanic rituals. In Africa, however, they were largely considered aberrational events with links to possession or sorcery. In Oceania, Micronesia corresponded more to the African model, while Australia had a greater focus on afterlife journey shamanism. Polynesia and Melanesia showed an almost casual acceptance of the phenomenon as reflected in numerous myths, legends, and historical accounts.

This study examines the continuum of similarities and differences between NDEs, shamanism, and afterlife beliefs in dozens of cultures throughout these regions. In the process, it makes a valuable contribution to our knowledge about the origins of afterlife beliefs around the world and the significance of related experiences in human history.

Gregory Shushan explores the relationship between NDEs and beliefs about the afterlife in traditional indigenous societies.

Bio

He was Grawemeyer Award-nominated for his book Conceptions of the Afterlife in Early Civilizations.

He is an Honorary Research Fellow at the Religious Experience Research Centre, University of Wales Trinity Saint David, and was previously Perrott-Warrick Researcher at University of Oxford's Ian Ramsey Centre for Science and Religion; and Scholar-in Residence at the Centro Incontri Umani (The Cross Cultural Centre), Ascona, Switzerland.

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My book 'Verified Near Death Experiences' https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXKRGDFP

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This week I am reading from RC Clarence' book 'There Is No Such Thing As Death: Scientific Evidence for Life After Death and How You Can Prove It Yourself'

What really happens after death?

This book draws on the extensive clairvoyant investigations of C. W. Leadbeater and Annie Besant into thousands of people who crossed over into the afterlife. Learn what they discovered and how you can do the same.

More than a century ago, clairvoyant investigators associated with the Theosophical tradition began systematically exploring the realms beyond the physical world and comparing their observations of individuals who had crossed into the afterlife.

And based on those detailed investigations, this book presents a remarkably consistent picture of life after death—one that anyone can begin investigating for themselves.

In this book you will discover:

   What happens immediately after death

   The nature of the astral and mental realms

   The roles of reincarnation and karma

   The purpose and meaning of life

   How to develop clairvoyant perception

This book is ideal for readers seeking:

   Evidence-based insights into life after death

   A clear explanation of the astral and thought planes

   A synthesis of classical Theosophical research

   Practical guidance for developing clairvoyant perception

Discover why death may not be the end of life—but the beginning of a much larger journey of consciousness.

Bio

R. C. Clarence, PhD is a university professor, active yoga practitioner, and devoted student of the Ancient Wisdom. His writing style reflects the methods used in the classroom: an informal, conversational approach coupled with the use visual highlights, charts and examples that make the subject matter come alive. He has practiced the methods of clairvoyant development outlined in the book and has achieved results that exceeded his expectations. His goal in life is to share what he has learned with others so they can begin to awaken their own inner abilities.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GTBHKY4Y

https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/
https://www.patreon.com/ourparanormalafterlife
My book 'Verified Near Death Experiences' https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXKRGDFP

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This week I am talking to RC Clarence about his book 'There Is No Such Thing As Death: Scientific Evidence for Life After Death and How You Can Prove It Yourself'

What really happens after death?

This book draws on the extensive clairvoyant investigations of C. W. Leadbeater and Annie Besant into thousands of people who crossed over into the afterlife. Learn what they discovered and how you can do the same.

More than a century ago, clairvoyant investigators associated with the Theosophical tradition began systematically exploring the realms beyond the physical world and comparing their observations of individuals who had crossed into the afterlife.

And based on those detailed investigations, this book presents a remarkably consistent picture of life after death—one that anyone can begin investigating for themselves.

In this book you will discover:

   What happens immediately after death

   The nature of the astral and mental realms

   The roles of reincarnation and karma

   The purpose and meaning of life

   How to develop clairvoyant perception

This book is ideal for readers seeking:

   Evidence-based insights into life after death

   A clear explanation of the astral and thought planes

   A synthesis of classical Theosophical research

   Practical guidance for developing clairvoyant perception

Discover why death may not be the end of life—but the beginning of a much larger journey of consciousness.

Bio

R. C. Clarence, PhD is a university professor, active yoga practitioner, and devoted student of the Ancient Wisdom. His writing style reflects the methods used in the classroom: an informal, conversational approach coupled with the use visual highlights, charts and examples that make the subject matter come alive. He has practiced the methods of clairvoyant development outlined in the book and has achieved results that exceeded his expectations. His goal in life is to share what he has learned with others so they can begin to awaken their own inner abilities.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GTBHKY4Y

https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/
https://www.patreon.com/ourparanormalafterlife
My book 'Verified Near Death Experiences' https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXKRGDFP

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In this remaster episode I'm talking to Claire Broad about her book 'Answers from Heaven: Incredible True Stories of Heavenly Encounters and the Afterlife'

Answers from Heaven is for anyone who has ever wondered if there is an afterlife and if it is truly possible to contact the spirit world.

In this compelling book, Sunday Times bestselling author Theresa Cheung and medium Claire Broad share the fascinating true stories of ordinary people who have experienced direct communication from the spirit world, and those who have received proof of survival through a reading with Claire.

Answers from Heaven outlines the many different ways that heaven may answer our prayers, offer us comfort and provide proof of survival, and includes:

- The top ten afterlife signs

- What near-death experiences can tell us

- The meaning of visions and dreams

- The importance of intuition and coincidence

- Advice on visiting a medium

As well as examining the ways in which messages can come to us from the other side, Answers from Heaven outlines the latest scientific research on the afterlife and mediumship, and helps shed light on one of the most important questions about human experience - what happens after we die? It also shares the practical steps we can all take to become more attuned to the medium that lies within us and recognise the signs that heaven is calling.

Bio

From an early age, Claire became aware of non-ordinary states of consciousness and the continuity of awareness beyond physical death. These early experiences shaped a lifelong inquiry into the nature of consciousness, the soul, and what it means to live well as a human being. Rather than framing this as belief, Claire has spent nearly three decades exploring consciousness through direct practice, disciplined training, and grounded application.

Originally known for her work in mediumship and spirit communication, Claire’s practice naturally evolved as her understanding deepened. Today, her work sits at the intersection of soul awareness, consciousness studies, emotional safety, and lived human experience. She supports people in moving beyond fear-based spirituality, identity confusion, and spiritual overwhelm, and into a stable, embodied relationship with their own soul — one that supports clarity, regulation, purpose, and meaningful connection.

Claire is widely respected for her down-to-earth, honest approach. She is often described as someone who brings spiritual understanding into practical life — without bypassing grief, trauma, or the realities of being human. Her work does not offer quick fixes or heightened states, but a deeper capacity to live with steadiness, meaning, and integrity.

Alongside her private work, Claire teaches internationally and is regularly invited to lecture at established institutions, including the College of Psychic Studies in London. She has addressed sold-out audiences, led workshops and professional trainings, and facilitated immersive retreats focused on embodied soul awareness and conscious living. Through this work, she has supported thousands of people navigating loss, awakening, change, and personal transformation.

Claire is the author of three bestselling books exploring the nature of the soul, consciousness, and life beyond death. Her writing is known for balancing spiritual insight with emotional honesty and psychological grounding, contributing to contemporary conversations around consciousness, meaning, and human potential.

At the heart of Claire’s work is a simple truth:

• You are not broken.

• You are not lost.

• And you are not separate from your soul.

Learning to live from that place changes how you think, relate, and live.

https://www.clairebroad.com/

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My book 'Verified Near Death Experiences' https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXKRGDFP

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This week I am talking to Ingrid Honkala about her book 'Dying to See the Light: A Scientist's Guide to Reawakening (Without Nearly Dying)'

What if the greatest awakening of your life did not require dying… but remembering?

Opening with forewords by pioneering near-death experience researchers Dr. Pim van Lommel and Dr. Eben Alexander, Dying to See the Light bridges science, spirituality, and firsthand experience to reveal a deeper understanding of consciousness and the true nature of life.

For centuries, humanity has searched for answers to life’s deepest questions:

Why are we here?

What is consciousness?

What lies beyond the limits of the physical world?

In this powerful and deeply personal book, scientist and near-death experiencer Ingrid Honkala, PhD, shares the insights gained through multiple near-death experiences and a lifetime of inner exploration. Blending scientific understanding with spiritual wisdom, she reveals a profound truth:

The Light we seek has always lived within us.

More than a story, this book is a practical guide to awakening. Through simple yet transformative reflections and practices, you will learn how to:

Reconnect with your inner awareness and presence

Transform suffering into growth and wisdom

Cultivate forgiveness, self-love, and inner peace

Navigate life with clarity, trust, and purpose

This is not a book about dying.

It is a guide to living with greater clarity, wisdom, and love.

The Light you are searching for is already within you.

Are you ready to remember?

Bio

I was born and raised in Bogota, Colombia, where I lived with my parents and three sisters. Although I grew up in the mountains my love for the ocean started when my parents brought me to see it for the very first time at the age of four. I perceived it as a huge blanket and told my mom that some day I was going to find what was hidden under it. At five I told my dad, “When I grow up I am going to become a marine scientist.”

I pursued my dream and went to college where I graduated as a Marine Biologist and later continued my graduate studies until I got a Ph.D. in Marine Sciences with emphasis in Biological Oceanography. My passion for my career had brought me to be a very successful scientist in this field.

Since I was very little my parents discovered that my learning abilities were astonishing but that was not all. Later they also discovered that I could see and hear things that no one else could. All this seemed to be tied up with the aftermath of a near-death experience (NDE) where I drowned at the age of two. Not long after, I started to communicate with Beings of Light who have guided me through a journey of miracles, not just around the world but also through the barriers of time. With them I have been able to access past life experiences of myself and others, and future events.

As I grew up and remembered my drowning, I could never get away from the question, “How could I have seen my body lifeless if I was still alive?” This experience made it clear to me that there was an existence beyond the body. Before I was quite three, I was gifted with knowing that I have existed for a very long time. In fact, I have come and gone in different realms many more times.

https://www.ingridhonkala.com/

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https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/
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My book 'Verified Near Death Experiences' https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXKRGDFP

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