In Curveball Night, Jim Malliard leans into unpredictability and turns it into one of his most authentic episodes yet. What begins as a scheduling puzzle evolves into an hour of candid, unexpected insight — proof that curiosity thrives even when plans fall apart.
The show opens with Joanne H. Buchanan, author of I Am Wolf and Dragon’s Eye, whose stories blend myth, romance, and rebirth. Her conversation sets the tone for an evening about transformation — both personal and metaphysical.
Next, Dr. Kimberly Rackley explores the nature of spiritual darkness, channeling, and the delicate interplay between light, energy, and intent. Her view of “darkness” as a neutral force — shaped by human choice rather than fear — pushes the conversation toward deeper, more reflective ground.
From there, team member Fran joins in with a hilarious retelling of a field investigation gone wrong, bringing warmth and camaraderie to the mix.
Finally, Jon Vanover closes the show with a hard-hitting critique of “paranormal unity” — questioning the groupthink, ego, and oversaturation that too often cloud genuine investigation. Together, he and Jim dissect how truth-seeking demands both skepticism and sincerity, even when it means standing alone.
By the end of the hour, chaos becomes connection. It’s classic Malliard Report: live, real, thoughtful, and grounded — where the paranormal meets Pennsylvania grit.
00:00 – Jim kicks off “Curveball Night,” joking about volume levels and the unpredictability of live radio as he prepares for a whirlwind of four guests in one hour.
05:00 – Author Joanne H. Buchanan joins to discuss I Am Wolf and Dragon’s Eye, mixing fantasy, Atlantis mythology, and the human need for love and redemption.
10:00 – Joanne opens up about her blogging projects, anthology Nightmares and Heartbeats, and community contests connecting writers and readers in the paranormal-lit space.
15:00 – Dr. Kimberly Rackley joins the show, diving into spirituality, the nature of darkness, and how unseen energies affect both paranormal research and daily life.
20:00 – The discussion deepens into the moral gray areas between good and evil — and how “darkness” doesn’t always mean “bad.” Jim’s humor keeps the tone grounded and human.
25:00 – Dr. Rackley explains her process of channeling horoscopes and numerological insights, describing how cosmic patterns inform her understanding of paranormal experiences.
30:00 – Jim shares a synchronicity story — a moment of numerical “coincidence” that sparked his fascination with hidden signs in the everyday world.
35:00 – Together, they unpack the difference between spiritual darkness and true evil, reflecting on free will, human choice, and the metaphysical lessons behind both.
40:00 – Investigator Fran joins for a lighter segment, recalling the legendary “bridge incident” — a muddy misadventure that proves teamwork sometimes means laughter through chaos.
45:00 – Paranormal researcher Jon Vanover calls in to tackle one of the community’s toughest debates: “paranormal unity.” Can collaboration survive when ego and misinformation thrive?
50:00 – Jim and Jon exchange candid thoughts about integrity in the field, the flood of shallow investigations, and how real inquiry means saying what others won’t.
55:00 – Jim closes the night reflecting on what chaos can teach — that curiosity, conversation, and honesty matter more than perfect plans.
“Darkness isn’t always evil — it’s what we choose to do with it.” — Dr. Kimberly Rackley
“Sometimes, knowledge hits you upside the head — and that’s when you start paying attention.” — Jim Malliard
“It’s not about finding ghosts; it’s about finding truth.” — Jon Vanover
“Integrity still matters — even when the field forgets it.” — Jim Malliard
“The best nights are the ones that don’t go as planned.” — Jim Malliard
