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Time Keeps Slipping Away

Time Keeps Slipping Away

Update: 2025-04-012
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This podcast episode features numerous listener accounts of time slips, ranging from a childhood encounter on a farm to a disturbing hospital elevator incident and a high-fashion experience in Copenhagen. The hosts discuss the ambiguity between hauntings and time slips, analyzing the details of each story. They also delve into the well-known Travis Walton abduction case, highlighting inconsistencies between the actual account and its film adaptation. A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to promoting mental health awareness and providing helpline numbers for various countries. The hosts also share their personal experiences, including the backlash they faced for supporting the trans community and the importance of mentorship. Finally, the episode includes shout-outs to Patreon supporters, announcements of upcoming guest appearances on other podcasts, and promotion of their own merchandise and website.

Outlines

00:00:00
Introduction: Time Slip Narratives & Listener Experiences

The episode opens with listener accounts of potential time slips, including a horse-riding incident and a farm experience, setting the stage for discussions on the blurry lines between time slips and hauntings.

00:09:41
Detailed Time Slip Accounts: Farm & Hospital

Two detailed listener accounts are shared: a childhood time slip on a family farm corroborated by the father, and a disturbing experience in a hospital elevator leading to an older, abandoned section.

00:31:37
Notable Time Slip Cases & Societal Commentary

Discussion of Stuart Lee's time slip at Fountains Abbey, followed by a conversation about the hosts' support for the trans community and a personal anecdote about mentorship.

00:49:53
More Time Slip Accounts & Copenhagen Mystery

Additional listener time slip accounts are presented, including a Copenhagen shopping experience and a time slip to 1986.

01:22:02
Unexplained Events & The Travis Walton Abduction

A listener recounts a brightly lit courtyard mystery, followed by a detailed discussion of the Travis Walton abduction case and its inconsistencies with the film adaptation.

01:35:55
Mental Health PSA & Podcast Promotion

A crucial segment dedicated to mental health awareness, providing helpline numbers, followed by shout-outs to Patreon supporters and announcements of upcoming appearances.

01:38:44
Closing Remarks & Podcast Promotion

Concluding banter, including jokes and anecdotes, along with further promotion of the podcast's merchandise and website.

Keywords

Time Slip


A phenomenon where a person experiences a brief shift or displacement in time.

Ghost Story


A narrative about supernatural beings or events.

Paranormal


Relating to events beyond normal scientific understanding.

Haunting


The presence or activity of a ghost or spirit.

Travis Walton Abduction


The 1975 alleged abduction of Travis Walton by a UFO.

UFO Abduction


The alleged kidnapping of a person by extraterrestrial beings.

Mental Health Resources


Phone numbers and text services providing mental health support.

Podcast Promotion


Techniques to increase podcast visibility and listenership.

Henry VIII


King of England from 1509 to 1547.

Trans Community Support


Advocacy and allyship for the transgender community.

Q&A

  • What are some common characteristics of reported time slip experiences?

    Sudden, unexplained time shifts, altered surroundings, and disorientation.

  • How do the hosts reconcile skeptical viewpoints with reported paranormal experiences?

    They acknowledge skepticism but highlight compelling accounts and encourage open-mindedness.

  • What is the significance of Stuart Lee's time slip account?

    His skepticism adds credibility to the phenomenon.

  • Why did the hosts support the trans community?

    To show allyship and speak out against discrimination.

  • What is the podcast's overall tone?

    Conversational, engaging, blending storytelling and discussion.

  • What mental health resources are mentioned?

    Helplines for Canada, USA, UK, and Australia.

  • How can listeners support the podcast?

    Through Patreon, reviews, and merchandise purchases.

  • What upcoming appearances are mentioned?

    Appearances on other podcasts and at the "Strange Days" festival.

  • What are key inconsistencies in the "Fire in the Sky" film?

    The podcast implies the film takes significant liberties with the story.

  • What is discussed regarding the ambiguity between hauntings and time slips?

    The podcast explores the overlapping characteristics and difficulties in distinguishing between these phenomena.

Show Notes

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A women's wear shop in Liverpool that disappears right in front of two complete strangers. A light in South Africa that doesn't belong in the night time. A store full of wonderful things that's not there when you go back. All these time slips and more are talked about on this latest episode.


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Strange Days Festival: www.strangedaysfestival.co.uk


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