The Ectoplasm Show

Prepare for an enthralling journey through the perplexing life and history of a man whose insatiable curiosity knew no bounds – Charles Fort. Born in Albany, New York, in 1874 to Dutch immigrant parents, Fort's early years were marred by hardship and a strained relationship with his authoritarian father. This challenging upbringing laid the foundation for Fort's lifelong distrust of authority. Despite his tumultuous start, Fort's intellectual curiosity shone through, leading him to explore the world of naturalism, collecting sea shells, minerals, and birds as a young adult. His unconventional path and the unique perspective he developed would eventually make him a renowned figure in the world of the unexplained and supernatural. As a young adult, Fort embarked on a remarkable world tour, traversing the western United States, Scotland, and England. His travels were marked by experiences that further ignited his fascination with the mysterious and unexplained. Upon returning to the United States, he settled in