From Parma to Paranormal Paul Seaburn Blends Comedy and Curiosity on the Airwaves

PARMA, Ohio — Paul Seaburn’s journey from math enthusiast to paranormal journalist and comedy writer is a story of curiosity, humor, and reinvention. Growing up in Parma, Ohio, Seaburn’s natural talent for mathematics led him to John Carroll University, where he earned a degree in math and a minor in philosophy. His early career began in information technology at a time when computer science was still in its infancy, but his love of humor soon pushed him in a different direction.

Seaburn discovered stand-up comedy while working in Houston, where a writing class at a local club sparked his interest. “I got some laughs. And more importantly, I really enjoyed it,” he recalled of his first time on stage. His comedic voice quickly found a place in the industry, leading to writing jobs for comedians such as Joan Rivers and, most notably, a stint writing jokes for Jay Leno on The Tonight Show.

His career expanded into television and radio, and he co-authored books, including A Wife’s Little Instruction Book, Your Survival Guide to Marriage Without Bloodshed. Despite success in the entertainment industry, Seaburn returned to Ohio, where his humor and curiosity found a new platform in podcasting and the paranormal.

For the past eight years, Seaburn has hosted What in the World, a podcast that blends bizarre headlines, offbeat trivia, and paranormal oddities with his signature wit. The show streams live every Tuesday at 3:33 p.m. Eastern, offering listeners a lighthearted escape into strange but true stories from around the world. His long-standing career in comedy writing, paired with his fascination for the unexplained, brings a distinctive tone to every episode.

In addition to podcasting, Seaburn is the head writer at Mysterious Universe, a leading paranormal site where his sharp, humorous takes on UFOs, Bigfoot, and the unexplained have earned him a loyal following. His latest book, What Would You Say to a Naked Space Alien?, is a collection of unusual and humorous extraterrestrial encounter stories. “It’s not a dirty book,” Seaburn said with a laugh. “It’s a collection of my favorite stories about people who have said they’ve had encounters with space aliens, but with my comedic take.”

With more than 230 episodes of What in the World still available to stream, Seaburn’s mix of comedy and curiosity continues to resonate with listeners. His ability to find humor in the absurd and to approach even the strangest stories with authenticity sets him apart. As he often says, “I hope our listeners have as much fun listening as we do putting the show on.”

Watch episodes of What in the World on the YouTube playlist, and explore more of Seaburn’s work at PaulSeaburn.com.

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