How did we get from spirit horns to spirit boxes? We’re exploring a brief history of Instrumental Trans-Communication (ITC), starting with American Spiritualism, moving through the magnetic tape era, and landing on the Estes Method. Conceived at the Stanley Hotel in 2016 by Connor J. Randall, Karl Pfeiffer, and Michelle Tate, it’s a fascinating paranormal experiment and investigation tool. We’ll discuss how to use it and why we love it, while keeping a grounded perspective. Do you use the Estes Method in your own investigations?  Do you use similar or modified versions? Let us know!

Old theaters always have stories to tell, but the Ritz in Scranton has over a century of them. From its golden age in Vaudeville to the shadows of the present day, The Ritz Theater is a treasure trove of history and stories of things that go bump in the night. Are the spirits of the Ritz still putting on a show? Listen and decide for yourself.

We’re headed back to The Church after being chased out by an antlered shadow figure during our first investigation. Gabrielle and Jody return with Jeff to continue investigating this local spot. We’re breaking down the local legends and revealing the evidence we captured. Would you go back?

In this episode, we take a journey to Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, to explore the hauntings at Bube’s Brewery, a 19th-century landmark. We’ll descend into the catacombs, the brewery's original lagering cellars, and uncover the legend of Alois Bube. But the fun isn’t contained within the brewery gates. We also venture through Lancaster’s unique local shops, from the curiosities at the Lancaster Troll Market to the historic Lancaster Central Market. We wrapped up the night, in the Malt Baron’s Mansion just across the street, where the atmosphere of the town’s historic district lingers long after the brewery lights go out.

Join us for our first annual Christmas episode as we explore creepy holiday folklore from around the world. From St. Nicholas's dark origin, Krampus’s lashings, to the Yule Lads and their cat, discover the eerie stories behind many lesser-known folklore figures.

Lizzie Borden took an axe, and gave her mother forty whacks. When she saw what she had done, she gave her father forty-one. Gabrielle investigates the fascinating story of the Borden murders. This deep dive covers the key figures and timeline of events, the numerous murder theories, and the controversial trial and acquittal. By examining the social dynamics, gender roles, and some lesser known details, we debate whether Lizzie was the killer or a victim of circumstances.

Neil discusses his childhood paranormal experiences, notably his bedroom that caused nightmares involving children's show characters. As an adult he has encounter with a persistent, seemingly sentient fog-like mass. We conclude by trading stories and comparing notes from paranormal investigations, sharing similar views on the subject.

Jason, a former Air Force veteran, police officer, and author joins Gabrielle and Jody to talk about the unexplained. From UFOs and time slips to the Mogollon Monster, this episode is a fun discussion about high strangeness and phenomena that defy logic which are the inspiration for his book series, "The 918 Files".

Get ready to embrace the Halloween spirit! This week, we're welcoming Monster Shop Bob, to talk about his fascinating hobby and side hustle doing creepy prop tutorials on a budget. Bob specializes in taking old spooky props and giving them terrifying new life, and we're diving deep into his world. This episode is a little different as we explore the home haunts community, discuss the art of creating incredible Halloween props, and even hear about some of Bob's own paranormal encounters!

Hosts Gabrielle and Jody continue their conversation with Joe. Joe shares personal experiences with shadow figures marching and playing drums in a field and shadow figures at the Scranton Cultural Center. The discussion continues with the ethical aspects of paranormal investigations, the significance of sacred and historical sites, and the potential for meaningful interactions with spirits and other entities - through the lens of experience.

Gabrielle introduces Jody to Joe Dea, a former colleague and investigator. We discuss our evolving approach to paranormal investigations, emphasizing ethics, skepticism, and people-first methods. Key topics include notable past encounters, the importance of trauma-informed training, and the potential for negative encounters.

D.J. Joins us and discusses the Wallace Paranormal Festival in Wallace, Idaho. We’ll also delve into it's local history, lore, and some of D.J.'s personal experiences. 

Nestled in the heart of historic Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, stands the Sun Inn. This colonial-era landmark boasts a guest list that’s essentially a "who's who" of American history. Once the sun sets, this celebrated site stirs the spirits within. Join us as we cross the threshold into the landmark halls of the Sun Inn to investigate the whispers and shadows of its past.

Your hosts talk about ethical frameworks within the paranormal community and some guidelines that can be utilized to ensure that we are acting in a way that builds rapport and confidence with clients. We also discuss why ghosts always ask for help and some themes in historical ghost stories.

Gabrielle, Jody, and Jeff explore the Pike County Historical Society's Columns Museum. The team investigates the building's neoclassical architecture, its rich history, and its various exhibits, including the Lincoln flag and items from local tribes and notable historical figures. The hosts discuss their paranormal investigation using voice recorders to capture EVPs and Estes sessions, and review their evidence. Throughout the night, they experience unexplained phenomena, including strange noises and EVPs, feelings of presence, and some interesting interactions through the Estes method.

On this episode of "Podcast of the Paranormal," Gabrielle, Jody and Jeff (who was not present) delve into a wooded area they call "The Church". Jody shares his history with the area, including encounters with mysterious "ghost lights" and auditory illusions from the babbling brook. There's brief discussions of local, unfounded urban legends as they recount their chilling first investigation at the local spot.

After their younger companions left, Gabrielle, Jody, and another former member experienced strange rustling. This culminated in Jody, Gab, and a fourth former team member encountering a terrifying antlered shadow entity crossing the road before charging directly at them. This frightening encounter still leaves Gabrielle fearful of the entity's nature, yet "The Church" remains one of their favorite locations for investigations. The hosts invite listeners to share similar encounters and folklore, especially concerning "man-deer" sightings.

Jody and Gabrielle pick up their conversation with psychic, author, and fellow podcaster Heather Woodward, diving deeper into the intriguing world of thoughtforms and their connection to the paranormal.

The discussion kicks off with a fascinating comparison between thought forms and generative AI. Heather shares her unique perspective, suggesting that just as AI conversations "exist" only when engaged, so too do thoughtforms activate when given energy and attention. This concept offers a comforting thought: perhaps these entities aren't constantly lurking, but rather brought to life by our interaction and focus.

In part one of this two-part episode, Gabrielle and Jody talk with psychic, author, and fellow podcaster Heather Woodward about the Pearl Experiment which was influenced by the Philip Experiment. Together, they dive into the concept of thoughtforms and their role in paranormal phenomena, touch on automatic writing, and share a few personal stories along the way.