This week we gate-crash The Spooky Shed and hand over our scepticism to resident weirdologist Liam. Expect: a glass that slides (uninvited), a midwife who may — or may not — have come from beyond, family lullabies that shouldn’t be remembered, and a trio of UFO/UAP sightings that still make Rich stare at the sky. Marc tries very hard to be rational. It doesn’t always work. Equal parts cosy, uncanny and gloriously daft. Send us your spooky stories and we might read them out.

Guest: Liam — host of The Spooky Shed (Podomedy Network)

Theme: Skeptic vs believer — ghosts, UAPs, cryptids & uncanny family moments

0:00 — Intro & welcome to Episode 34

1:00 — Who are we and what’s the show? (midlife, tattoos, therapy by banter)

2:40 — Quick tattoo chat (because obviously)

5:00 — Liam’s “I woke up from anaesthetic and felt like death” story — sceptic’s origin story

8:18 — The glass that moved across the table — restaurant encounter (Polish family, heavy table, silent slide)

12:30 — Discussion: rational explanations vs. spooky comfort

17:00 — Rich’s UAP sightings — stationary silvery ball, red light that shoots away, triangular lights over the driveway

25:00 — Are aliens more plausible than ghosts? (maths vs. atmosphere)

31:00 — Polish ghost nurse at daughter’s birth — lullaby, calm room, nobody else saw her (or did they?)

37:30 — Mark’s rational alternative — should he ruin the romance? (he almost does)

41:00 — Psychic stories: real comfort, no-fee medium who amazed the household

45:00 — Cryptids, Isle of Grain reports, Cannock Chase and other UK weirdness

52:00 — The limits of proof and why we keep talking about it anyway

56:00 — Wrap — where to find The Spooky Shed, plugs & sign-off

Why you should listen

If you like cosy scares, affectionate scepticism and the kind of chat that ends in both laughter and goosebumps, this one’s for you. Also: perfect for listening to in the dark with the lights on.

Calls to action (drop in links)

• Follow Liam — The Spooky Shed (link)

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• Got a spooky story? Tell us: dadsgotanothertattoo@gmail.com

• Subscribe, rate & share if you enjoyed the episode — it helps the show stay alive (unlike some ghosts)

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Marc sits down with author Jim Marshall to dig into Septemics: Hierarchies of Human Phenomena—a system of 35 seven-level “scales” Jim says can help people understand behavior and move up, one level at a time. We cover where the idea came from, why he claims it’s grounded in math, how to apply (and not apply) the scales in real life, and a few skeptical pushbacks from Mark on ethics, relationships, and the “scale of sexuality.”

Guest

Jim Marshall — author of Septemics: Hierarchies of Human Phenomena.

• Seven-level scales: Jim argues human behavior across 35 axes follows predictable, seven-step gradients.
• Insight test: In Jim’s framework, “finding the correct level triggers an insight; if you feel nothing, try again.”
• One step at a time: He cautions against jumping levels—aim for the next rung, not the top.
• Ethics: Don’t announce other people’s levels; encourage self-placement to avoid judgment and pushback.
• Skeptic corner: Marc presses on complexity (relationships), possible misreads, and why some “top” positions (e.g., low/zero libido) are framed as higher.

Links & references

• Septemics: Hierarchies of Human Phenomena — available via major booksellers (search “Septemics”).
• Jim’s site and axioms are referenced in the episode; search “Septemics axioms” for more.

Tried placing yourself on one scale (e.g., Motivation, Equanimity, Relationships)? What “next level up” would look like for you this week? Send a 30–60s voice note and we’ll feature a couple.

Contact

📧 dadsgotanothertattoo@gmail.com

📸/🎥 @dadsgotanothertattoo

Septemics, psychology, self-development, skepticism, ethics, relationships, motivation, midlife.

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Listener James clears up that Costa story, Rolling Stone drops a century-defining songs list, and we try to make a list episode… not boring. Marc argues rock’s gone missing, Richard defends his chaotic playlist, and we salute stealth pop powerhouse Kathy Dennis. Plus: Marc’s writing a practical midlife fitness e-book and shares the “minimum effective dose” idea that actually sticks.

In this episode

• Why keeping job news secret feels like an identity earthquake
• The White Stripes vs. overexposure; Missy at #1; Beyoncé’s arrival
• Hidden hitmakers: the Kathy Dennis run that scored a generation
• Midlife fitness that works when life doesn’t: consistently imperfect > perfectly consistent
• Birthday apathy, Thorpe Park bravery

Links

• Rolling Stone: The 250 Best Songs of the 21st Century
• “Toxic” songwriting credits (Kathy Dennis appreciation)

Tell us

Send a voice note: the one 21st-century song that feels like your life right now—and why. We’ll feature 3 next week.

📧 dadsgotanothertattoo@gmail.com

📸/🎥 @dadsgotanothertattoo

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