Coast to Coast AM - Ian Punnett Shows

Hitler's Escape

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0800

Ian Punnett welcomed author Peter Levenda, who discussed how his research suggests that Adolf Hitler faked his death and escaped to Indonesia using an underground network of Nazi sympathizers.

In the first hour, author Charles Pellegrino provided an update to his 4/8/12 discussion on the Titanic, and actor/comedian Judah Friedlander talked about how to beat up Bigfoot.

Life of Jesus/ Titanic Stories

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0800

Ian Punnett was joined, in the first half, by historian and Bible expert, Bart Ehrman, who discussed the debate over whether or not Jesus existed.

In the latter half, scientist Charles Pellegrino shared untold stories about the sinking and exploration of the Titanic.

American Monsters

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0800

Ian Punnett was joined by Professor of History, Scott Poole, for a discussion of how the monster, in all its various forms, has been a staple of American culture since the earliest settlers of the country.

In the first hour, astronomer Dr. Sky and researcher Lynne Kitei discussed the mysterious flash which appeared in the Phoenix sky during a TV news traffic report.

The Wrecking Crew/ Open Lines

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0800

During the first half of the program, Ian Punnett welcomed author Kent Hartman for a discussion on 'The Wrecking Crew,' a group of the largely unknown and uncredited studio musicians who played on countless classic rock songs. Followed by Open Lines.

In the first half hour, author Russ Baker discussed Bill O'Reilly's impending book on the JFK assassination.

Mysterious Drownings/ Nixon's Secrets

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0800

In the first half hour, monster hunter Ken Gerhard commented on recent stories about the Iceland lake monster and woolly mammoth. Next, Emmy-award winning journalist, Kristi Piehl, provided an update on the Smiley Face Killers and why she is now investigating mysterious drowning deaths.

In the second half of the program, former White House correspondent, Don Fulsom, discussed Richard Nixon's connections to organized crime as well as the former president's demons, deceptions, paranoia, prejudices, and hatreds.

Informed Jury Movement

Sun, 08 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0800

Kicking off his new, second Sunday of the month slot, Ian Punnett was joined by criminologist Dr. Roger Roots for a discussion on the fully informed jury movement, as well as the erosion of Fourth Amendment protections and other rights in America.

First hour guest, Bigfoot researcher & holistic health consultant Kewaunee Lapseritis told his personal story of being telepathically contacted by a Sasquatch and an ET simultaneously

Predictions for 2012, Part II

Sat, 31 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0800

Ian Punnett hosted Part II of our Annual Predictions Show, asking callers to share one event they see coming in 2012. A staged alien invasion at the Olympics, America going to war with China, and suburban animals attacking people were amongst the many prognostications made by Coast listeners throughout the evening.

Predictions for 2012, Part I

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0800

Ian Punnett hosted Part I of our Annual Predictions Show, asking callers to share one event they see coming in 2012.

Dream Insights & Hypnosis

Sat, 24 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0800

Medical intuitive and psychiatrist Dr. Judith Orloff talked about how dreams can provide psychological healing and valuable insights for the future. Next, hypnotherapy expert Rick Collingwood discussed using hypnosis to help better one's life and maintain a positive outlook.

Jordan Codices

Sat, 17 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0800

During the middle two hours, religious scholar and Egyptologist, David Elkington, joined Ian Punnett for an update on the Jordan Codices: seventy, ancient and sealed metal books that could change the world’s view of Biblical history. In the first hour, author Jesse Richards talked about why we should all be positive about world events and the future of the planet. Capt. Kelly Sweeney provided brief maritime updates in the final hour.

Free Will & the Brain

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0800

The father of cognitive neuroscience, Michael Gazzaniga, joined Ian to offer a provocative argument against the common belief that our lives are wholly determined by physical processes and we are therefore not responsible for our actions. In the first hour, Andy Hines discussed how people's values are reshaping the consumer landscape.

Government GPS Spying

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0800

Privacy expert Lauren Weinstein joined Ian Punnett to provide an update on how the government is secretly using GPS devices to track people without search warrants.

In the first half-hour, Wired reporter Kim Zetter commented on news that two federal GPS trackers have been found on an SUV in California.

The final hour of the show featured Open Lines.

Animal Predators

Sat, 26 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0800

Joining Ian Punnett, Paul A. Trout (book link), retired professor at Montana State University, for a discussion on how ancient mythology about animal predators in search of human flesh has factual roots based on mankind's early history. First hour guest, Galen Cook, provided an update in the D.B. Cooper mystery.

JFK & The Maury Island UFO Incident

Sat, 19 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0800

Kenn Thomas, conspiracy investigator and publisher of Steamshovel Press, revealed the possible connection between the Maury Island UFO Incident and the JFK assassination, as well as discussed other conspiracy related topics.

In the first hour, Christopher Lutz, portrayed numerous times as a child in the Amityville Horror movie series, shared his version of the story.

Killing Bin Laden & Border Patrol Injustice

Sat, 12 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0800

Author John Weisman (book link) talked about the killing of Osama Bin Laden. Next, Andy Ramirez, president of the Law Enforcement Officers Advocates Council, discussed the case against Border Patrol Agent Jesus Enrique Diaz.

Self Delusions

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0800

Journalist David McRaney discussed his book, You Are Not So Smart, in which he reveals the myriad ways human thinking is irrational and self-deluded.

First hour guest, author Tony Williams (book link), talked about his relationship to Jack the Ripper as well as the recent discovery of the infamous killer's knife.

Unexplained Crime Stories

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0800

Ingrid Dean, detective sergeant, forensic artist, and 20-yr. police veteran in the Michigan State Police Force, discussed her work researching true stories from the front lines of law enforcement which were purportedly shaped by angels, apparitions, and unexplainable phenomena. Police officers Alan L. White, Herman Brown, and Anthony V. Rosales, joined the discussion throughout the night.

In the first hour, exploitation film director Frank Henenlotter talked about the weird world of Herschell Gordon Lewis, who directed the world's first slasher/gore film—Blood Feast (1963). Next, investigative journalist Julia Scheeres spoke about deception and survival at Jonestown.

Ghosts & Spirits

Sat, 22 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0800

Why is America so captivated by the creepy and unexplained? Paranormal investigator and researcher Deonna Kelli Sayed joined Ian Punnett to talk about our fascination with spirits, ghosts, poltergeists, and haunted houses. First hour guest, investigative reporter Ellen E. Schultz (book link) spoke about the retirement crisis in the US.

When Pirates Ruled

Sat, 15 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0800

Historian Adrian Tinniswood spoke about a period in the 17th century when pirates ruled the Barbary Coast of Africa. Capt. Kelly Sweeney joined in the conversation in the latter part of the third hour.

First hour guest, former chief of the Seattle Police Department Norm Stamper, provided his reaction to the story of a NYC cop planting drugs.

Police Exposé

Sat, 08 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0800

Norm Stamper, former chief of the Seattle Police Department, joined Ian to expose some of the issues affecting the 21st-century police force.

In the first hour, Truthdig editor-in-chief Robert Scheer commented on the Occupy Wall Street movement.

Batman, Comics, & Movies

Sat, 01 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0800

Joining Ian Punnett, Michael Uslan discussed how his fan boy love of super heroes turned him into one of the most successful Hollywood producers, and how his life-long dream of bringing the real Batman to the silver screen became a reality. In the first hour, consumer advocate Martin Lindstrom revealed how companies manipulate consumers to get them to buy their products.

Psychedelic Research

Sat, 24 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0800

Dr. James Fadiman, who's been involved with psychedelic research since the 1960's, joined Ian Punnett to discuss the newest research into the psychotherapeutic value of visionary drug use for increased personal awareness, spiritual epiphanies, and a host of serious medical conditions.

In the first hour, aerospace engineer Dr. Robert Zubrin commented on NASA's falling satellite and other objects that could strike our planet, as well as the increased activity of the Sun.

Living in a Haunted House

Sat, 17 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0800

Author Gary Jansen talked about how he became a believer in ghosts after moving back into his childhood home and experiencing unexplainable things there. In the first hour, Judaic Studies professor Ken Hanson commented on the authenticity of the Jordan Codices, and Councillor Brian Botterill briefly discussed the motion he passed banning traffic cameras in Strathcona County, Canada.

9-11 & Evolution

Sat, 10 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0800

Authors and researchers Michael Taft & Peter Baumann joined Ian to explore the positive evolutionary potential hidden in one of the most destructive events in history -- 9/11.

In the first hour, Cindy Campbell of the Fisher House Foundation and former fighter pilot Martin Richard shared their memories of the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

Zombie Apocalypse

Sat, 03 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0800

Steven Schlozman, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, joined Ian to ponder what a ''Zombie Apocalypse" might look like, the unique biology of zombie organisms, and what we can do to stop them from taking over the world. In the first hour, author Matthew Algeo discussed the cover-up of Pres. Grover Cleveland's mysterious 5-day disappearance in 1893.

Hurricane Irene Coverage

Sat, 27 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0800

Ian Punnett provided coverage of Hurricane Irene and spoke about the storm with several guests, including TV weatherman John Coleman, multi-disciplinary scientist Howard Bloom, Captain Kelly Sweeney, research physicist Stan Deyo, and astrologer Mark Lerner. The final half of the show was devoted to Open Lines.

Police Interrogation

Sat, 20 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0800

Novelist and screenwriter Paul Bishop joined Ian to discuss his 35-year career for the LAPD where he worked as an interrogator and sex crimes detective.

In the first hour, Egyptologist and author David Elkington provided an update on the Jordan Codices, and investigative reporter Russ Baker talked about a piece he's been writing on the Bin Laden raid.

Apollo Mission Scandal

Sat, 13 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0800

Ian Punnett welcomed Apollo 15 command module pilot Al Worden, who discussed his career in spaceflight and how he went from honored national hero to being drummed out of the NASA Astronaut Corps.

In the first hour, author Howard Wasdin (book link) reacted to the deadly helicopter incident that cost the lives of 22 Navy Seals.

Dark Side of Technology

Sat, 06 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0800

Journalist and computer analyst, Robert Vamosi, who has been covering digital security issues for more than a decade, discussed the dark side of technology.

During the first hour, attorney Galen Cook commented on new evidence in the D.B. Cooper mystery, and Ian played part of his pre-recorded interview with Rupert Wyatt, director of Rise of the Planet of the Apes.

Wonders of the Universe & Open Lines

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0800

In the first half, Professor at the University of Manchester and BBC science presenter, Brian Cox, joined Ian Punnett to ponder the Wonders of the Universe. Open Lines followed.