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Danny Robins' 'Uncanny' Expands from Podcast to Global Phenomenon

4/6/2026

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Danny Robins, dubbed the 'high priest of the paranormal,' headlines Uncanny at the London Palladium, a project that began as a podcast in 2021.
The series explores ghost stories and paranormal phenomena and has over 8 million downloads.
Its popularity rose during the pandemic as audiences sought escapism amid global turmoil.
Uncanny has expanded into live shows, a TV series, and a YouTube channel, with plans for international adaptations.

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Story summary

Danny Robins, dubbed the 'high priest of the paranormal,' headlines Uncanny at the London Palladium, a project that began as a podcast in 2021.
The series explores ghost stories and paranormal phenomena and has over 8 million downloads.
Its popularity rose during the pandemic as audiences sought escapism amid global turmoil.
Uncanny has expanded into live shows, a TV series, and a YouTube channel, with plans for international adaptations.