About ​

Terra Obscura is a writing project aimed at critically exploring the culture, the people, and the ideas that shape what society considers inexplicable. Using aspects of philosophy, critical theory, and cultural studies, TO questions the common ideologies that form and inform our knowledge concerning bizarre incidents, anomalous paranormal events, UFOs, synchronicities, and other events people consider "strange." 

MJ Banias - Founder and Curator

MJ Banias is the author of "The UFO People: A Curious Culture." He is an educator, writer and blogger. He was a former field investigator with the Mutual UFO Network, has been featured on multiple podcasts and radio shows, and contributes to Mysterious Universe and RoguePlanet. His work has been included in Vice, Fortean Times, FATE Magazine, and in a book entitled UFOs: Reframing the Debate. 
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He lives in Canada with his wife, two children, and a massive cat.