Episodes

  • 20. True Crime vs. The Supernatural: Can John Edward Really Solve Cases?

    20. True Crime vs. The Supernatural: Can John Edward Really Solve Cases?
    Aug 22 2025
    Join host Greg Hansberry on The Empty Coffin podcast as we plunge into one of true crime's most captivating and controversial debates: True Crime vs. The Supernatural. Is it oil and water, or a match made in heaven (or beyond)? Is there room for psychics in criminal investigations? World-renowned medium John Edward joins to discuss his new book Chasing Evil and reveals how his alleged abilities intersected with real cases—including the Annie Lee disappearance and even the Michael Vick scandal—alongside a skeptical FBI agent. But not everyone is buying it. Courtney Armstrong and Baudi Moovan of True Crime Tonight bring hard data and tough questions, while Theresa Caputo (The Long Island Medium) offers her own take on whether the supernatural belongs in police work. Is this the future of crime-solving—or just a dangerous detour from the facts? Tune in for a gripping, unfiltered conversation where evidence collides with intuition, belief with skepticism, and justice hangs in the balance. Thank you for supporting ⁠The Empty Coffin Podcast⁠! Please help us make this show the best it can possibly be. Subscribe on your favorite podcasting app, and rate and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Follow Greg on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠ for bonus content. Together, let's take this show to the next level. Think about joining the elite group of ⁠Dr Hannibal Lecter level supporters on Patreon⁠ You can also ⁠buy Greg a cup of coffee⁠ The Empty Coffin is part of the ⁠Evergreen Network⁠ The amazing music on The Empty Coffin is by ⁠Sedcairn Archives
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    24 mins
  • 19. Eli Roth & Teresa Caputo: From Splatter to Soul – A Double Feature

    19. Eli Roth & Teresa Caputo: From Splatter to Soul – A Double Feature
    Aug 13 2025
    Host Greg Hansberry brings you a back-to-back thrill ride with two iconic guests: horror mastermind Eli Roth and the world-famous Long Island Medium, Teresa Caputo. 🔪 Eli Roth and Joe Begos: The Future of Horror Is Bloodier Than Ever Roth unveils his new production company, The Horror Section, and its first release—Joe Begos’s Jimmy and Stigs, a four-year practical effects gore-fest he calls “complete insanity.” Expect more splatter than most movies dare to show, with live chainsaws, limb-chopping mayhem, and an unrated, rebellious spirit Hollywood’s too afraid to release. What's old is new, as Roth explains why practical effects are making a comeback over slick CGI. ✨ Teresa Caputo: Answers Questions from The Empty Coffin Patreon CommunityYou asked her, and she answered. Caputo reveals how she protects herself with “God’s white light,” she opens up about the emotional toll of constant contact with the dead, and why her mission is to give grieving families “a mustard seed of hope.” PLUS, in a modern twist, she even tackles whether spirits can communicate through AI and computers. 🎧 Hit play now. Subscribe, rate, and review to keep The Empty Coffin climbing the charts. 📲 Follow Greg on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @HalloweenHansberry for more spine-tingling content.
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    23 mins
  • 18. Summer of Scares: Jaws, Sequels, and Set Secrets

    18. Summer of Scares: Jaws, Sequels, and Set Secrets
    Jun 21 2025
    Jaws—the movie that changed summer forever—turns turns 50 in this special episode of The Empty Coffin. Take trip behind the scenes of the iconic thriller, from the bone-chilling USS Indianapolis monologue to Martha’s Vineyard’s haunted legacy. Hear how the island is marking five decades of fear with eerie exhibits, filming tours, and stories from locals who lived it. Then it’s a flash-forward to fresh frights: Get the inside scoop on the upcoming I Know What You Did Last Summer legacy sequel with star Jonah Howard King. He teases major twists, returning 90s legends, and why horror sets are way funnier than they look. Finally, horror queen Kate Siegel (Midnight Mass, Haunting of Hill House) talks the new King adaptation:The Life of Chuck, ghostly vibes, and her all-time favorite scary movie—Psycho. Packed with horror history, behind-the-scenes secrets, and summer chills, this episode is a must-listen for film fans, dark tourism junkies, and anyone who loves a good scare. hank you for listening and please subscribe to The Empty Coffin for more spooky adventures and explorations of the paranormal. Thank you for supporting ⁠The Empty Coffin Podcast⁠! Please help us make this show the best it can possibly be. Subscribe on your favorite podcasting app, and rate and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Follow Greg on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠ for bonus content. Together, let's take this show to the next level. Think about joining the elite group of ⁠Dr Hannibal Lecter level supporters on Patreon⁠ You can also ⁠buy Greg a cup of coffee⁠ The Empty Coffin is part of the ⁠Evergreen Network⁠ The amazing music on The Empty Coffin is by ⁠Sedcairn Archives
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    29 mins
  • 17. The Vanishing Hitchhiker: From Backroads to Graveyards, a Ghost Story That Refuses to Die

    17. The Vanishing Hitchhiker: From Backroads to Graveyards, a Ghost Story That Refuses to Die
    May 30 2025
    Tracing the Origins of America’s Creepiest Urban Legend... She appears on lonely highways, soaked in moonlight and mystery. You offer her a ride—and before the journey ends, she’s gone without a trace. Sound familiar? That’s because the Vanishing Hitchhiker is one of the most enduring and chilling urban legends of all time. In this episode of The Empty Coffin Podcast, we dig deep into the shadowy history of this haunted tale—from 1940s New York folklore to Appalachian ghost trails, international Lady in White sightings, and beyond. We follow the story as it morphs across cultures and generations, showing up in everything from folk songs to biblical texts, and yes—even in your favorite cult horror films. You’ll hear how the legend of Lucy from the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail blurs the line between fiction and fact... how Large Marge, Highway Sheila, and La Llorona might all be part of the same paranormal bloodline... and why hitchhiking ghosts just won’t stay dead. If you’re into paranormal mysteries, folklore, ghost stories, and the kind of eerie tales that echo through time—this one’s a must-listen.
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    20 mins
  • 16. The Pope Is Dead: Inside Rome’s Bone Churches, Ancient Catacombs & Darkest Burial Secrets

    16. The Pope Is Dead: Inside Rome’s Bone Churches, Ancient Catacombs & Darkest Burial Secrets
    Apr 30 2025
    Fascinated by secret societies, papal traditions, and underground necropolises? With the recent passing of Pope Francis, there’s no better time to explore the bizarre and morbid rituals surrounding papal death—including why a cardinal must tap the Pope’s head with a hammer to officially declare him dead. This episode of The Empty Coffin also unravels the still-unsettling mystery behind the sudden death of Pope John Paul I, who died just 33 days into his papacy. His abrupt passing sparked decades of speculation. Was it heart failure—or something far more sinister? Poisoning? A Masonic cover-up? Plus, learn the grisly details of St. Peter’s crucifixion—and why his feet were removed before burial. Venture into vast underground necropolises where Romans once celebrated life among the dead, and visit a chilling bone church that turns mortality into macabre art. Hosted by Greg Hansberry and featuring insights from priest-scholar Father Nic Ventura, this episode of The Empty Coffin blends dark history, conspiracy, and ritual into one unforgettable experience. Thank you for supporting ⁠The Empty Coffin Podcast⁠! Please help us make this show the best it can possibly be. Subscribe on your favorite podcasting app, and rate and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Follow Greg on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠ for bonus content. Together, let's take this show to the next level. Think about joining the elite group of ⁠Dr Hannibal Lecter level supporters on Patreon⁠ You can also ⁠buy Greg a cup of coffee⁠ The Empty Coffin is part of the ⁠Evergreen Network⁠ The amazing music on The Empty Coffin is by ⁠Sedcairn Archives
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    29 mins
  • 15. Video Nasties: The Fright Club Live Recording

    15. Video Nasties: The Fright Club Live Recording
    Mar 25 2025
    In this episode of The Empty Coffin, we unravel the chilling history of Video Nasties—the banned horror films that sparked a moral panic in 1980s Britain. Explore how controversial films like, Cannibal Holocaust, became horror legends. Plus, listen to the Fright Club Live podcast Greg guest co-hosted with Hope Madden. They count down the top 5 films that feature dark/gory/cursed videos in their plots. Horror Fans, True Crime Buffs & Cult Cinema Lovers—This One’s for You! Thank you for supporting The Empty Coffin Podcast! Please help us make this show the best it can possibly be. Subscribe on your favorite podcasting app, and rate and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Follow Greg on Instagram and TikTok for bonus content. Together, let's take this show to the next level. Think about joining the elite group of Dr Hannibal Lecter level supporters on Patreon You can also buy Greg a cup of coffee The Empty Coffin is part of the Evergreen Network The amazing music on The Empty Coffin is by Sedcairn Archives
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    37 mins
  • 14. Cover Your Mirrors Before It's Too Late: Exploring Celtic Legends

    14. Cover Your Mirrors Before It's Too Late: Exploring Celtic Legends
    Mar 17 2025
    On this episode of The Empty Coffin, step into the shadowy world of the folklore and eerie traditions of the British Isles—starting with a curious leprechaun sighting in Pennsylvania that links to ancient Celtic beliefs. Discover the haunting customs of an Irish wake and why covering mirrors was a vital ritual. Then, journey to Scotland for the latest on the elusive Loch Ness Monster and the scientific efforts to uncover its secrets. Thank you for supporting The Empty Coffin Podcast! Please help us make this show the best it can possibly be. Subscribe on your favorite podcasting app, and rate and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Follow Greg on Instagram and TikTok for bonus content. Together, let's take this show to the next level. Think about joining the elite group of Dr Hannibal Lecter level supporters on Patreon You can also buy Greg a cup of coffee The Empty Coffin is part of the Evergreen Network The amazing music on The Empty Coffin is by Sedcairn Archives
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    13 mins
  • 13. Secrets of the Mystic Societies: The Dark Truth Behind America’s Most Haunted City

    13. Secrets of the Mystic Societies: The Dark Truth Behind America’s Most Haunted City
    Mar 5 2025
    Discover the secret orders of the mysterious mystic societies of Mobile, Alabama. These exclusive groups are behind the elaborate carnival parades and balls, with symbols drawing from mythology, Freemasonry, and even the occult. Could their secretive nature be linked to something more than just pageantry? This episode takes you inside the Mobile Carnival Museum, where the artifacts of secretive mystic societies might just hold more than memories. Hear firsthand accounts of eerie encounters, from unexplained whispers to objects moving on their own... Visit the Mobile Carnival Museum Thank you for supporting The Empty Coffin Podcast! Please help us make this show the best it can possibly be. Subscribe on your favorite podcasting app, and rate and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Follow Greg on Instagram and TikTok for bonus content. Together, let's take this show to the next level. Think about joining the elite group of Dr Hannibal Lecter level supporters on Patreon You can also buy Greg a cup of coffee The Empty Coffin is part of the Evergreen Network The amazing music on The Empty Coffin is by Sedcairn Archives
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    19 mins