The Lesser Known People Podcast

Donald Omand was a fascinating figure in the mid-20th century. He was a Scottish priest and psychiatrist who blended his religious calling with psychological and psychiatric practices. Known as “Doctor, Reverend Donald Omand,” he became famous for his unconventional approaches to mental health and spirituality, often working with individuals in deeply troubled or extraordinary circumstances. Reverend Dr. Donald Omand was a Church of England vicar and exorcist. While specific records of individuals he baptized are not publicly available, it's known that he conducted numerous baptisms as part of his clerical duties. In addition to baptizing individuals, Omand was involved in exorcising spirits from objects and locations, including sites like Loch Ness, the Bermuda Triangle, and a haunted stretch of highway.