Episodes

  • The TRUTH About Ouija - The Paranormal Podcast 910

    The TRUTH About Ouija - The Paranormal Podcast 910
    Oct 28 2025
    Ouija expert Karen A. Dahlman joins Jim to explore the mysteries of the Ouija board. Karen shares the fascinating origins of the board, from its 19th-century spiritualist roots to its rise as a pop culture icon. She explains why she feels the Ouija itself isn’t dangerous, and discusses how she’s used it for decades as a tool for channeling and self-discovery. Karen also sheds light on the board’s misunderstood reputation, the story of William Fuld, and what she’s learned from years of communication with spirit guides and animals alike. Whether you view the Ouija as a game, a gateway, or something in between, this episode offers an informed and fascinating perspective. OCTOBER SPECIAL: Get a 14 DAY FREE TRIAL OF SPOOKY STUDIO PLUS ON APPLE PODCASTS ONLY! ⁠ https://apple.co/spooky Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    48 mins
  • Amazing Graves - The Paranormal Podcast 909

    Amazing Graves - The Paranormal Podcast 909
    Oct 24 2025
    Author Tui Snyder joins Jim to explore some of the world’s most extraordinary burial sites and the stories they tell. From marble sculptures depicting a lover’s final farewell to wooden crosses painted with cheeky epitaphs in Romania, Tui reveals how art, humor, and faith intertwine in graveyards across the globe. Together they discuss the evolution of cemetery art — from the grand monuments of the Victorian era to today’s simpler markers — and what those changes reveal about how we view life and death. Tui also shares highlights from her travels to places like Milan’s Cimitero Monumentale, where thousands of life-size sculptures turn the cemetery into an open-air museum. It’s a moving, fascinating conversation about the beauty and meaning found in the world’s “amazing graves.” You can find Around The World In 80 Graves at Amazon: https://amzn.to/4oBoZsf Thanks Tui! --- OCTOBER SPECIAL: Get a 14 DAY FREE TRIAL OF SPOOKY STUDIO PLUS ON APPLE PODCASTS ONLY! ⁠ https://apple.co/spooky This post contains Amazon affiliate links that benefit Jim Harold Media when you make a qualifying purchase. Thank you for your support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 mins
  • The Sixth Sense with Mitch Horowitz - The Paranormal Podcast 908

    The Sixth Sense with Mitch Horowitz - The Paranormal Podcast 908
    Oct 21 2025
    Author, historian, and scholar of the occult Mitch Horowitz joins Jim to discuss his new book The Sixth Sense: Napoleon Hill’s Ultimate Step to Success. In this wide-ranging conversation, Mitch explores the enduring idea that thought can shape reality. They discuss how thinkers like Napoleon Hill linked imagination, emotion, and willpower to real-world outcomes, and how modern neuroscience echo those same principles today. Mitch and Jim also touch on consciousness, perception, and the intersection between spirituality and science. Later in the episode, Mitch reflects on how understanding “green lights” in life can help us recognize when we’re on the right path. Note: This conversation was recorded in August. Mitch Horowitz’s book The Sixth Sense: Napoleon Hill’s Ultimate Step to Success was released on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. You can find Mitch's new book at Amazon: https://amzn.to/46ZJqco Thanks Mitch! --- This post contains Amazon affiliate links that benefit Jim Harold Media when you make a qualifying purchase. Thank you for your support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    51 mins
  • Mothman and Ghostly Encounters - The Paranormal Podcast 907

    Mothman and Ghostly Encounters - The Paranormal Podcast 907
    Oct 15 2025
    Author and investigator Richard Estep joins Jim to discuss two of his newest books and the strange cases behind them. From the enduring mystery of the Mothman legend to firsthand accounts of chilling hauntings, Richard shares what he has learned from decades spent researching the world’s most unnerving phenomena. OCTOBER SPECIAL: Get a 14 DAY FREE TRIAL OF SPOOKY STUDIO PLUS ON APPLE PODCASTS ONLY! ⁠https://apple.co/spooky They explore how folklore, eyewitness testimony, and field investigation collide in Mothman: Sightings and Investigations of the Iconic Flying Cryptid and Ghostly Encounters: Terrifyingly True Hauntings. Along the way, Richard recounts some of his most memorable cases, including haunted hospitals, spectral sightings, and the infamous Flight 401 story that inspired one of the creepiest ghost legends of all time. If you enjoy a mix of grounded research and spine-tingling tales, you won’t want to miss this conversation. You can find both of Richard's new books at Amazon: Mothman: Sightings and Investigations of the Iconic Flying Cryptid https://amzn.to/3W3GlBS Ghostly Encounters: Terrifyingly True Hauntings https://amzn.to/3W3wb45 Thanks Richard! -- This post contains Amazon affiliate links that benefit Jim Harold Media when you make a qualifying purchase. Thank you for your support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • What's Lurking Beneath Lake Superior - The Paranormal Podcast 906

    What's Lurking Beneath Lake Superior - The Paranormal Podcast 906
    Oct 10 2025
    Something strange stirs in the cold, dark waters of Lake Superior. Author and explorer Chad Lewis joins us to share tales from his new book Supernatural Lake Superior. From ghost ships that vanish into the mist to monstrous serpents seen from the shore, the world’s largest freshwater lake hides more mysteries than you might imagine. We also explore haunted lighthouses, eerie campgrounds, and legends that predate modern history. Chad takes us along the rugged shorelines and deep waters that have inspired centuries of folklore, blending history and the supernatural into a fascinating look at one of North America’s most haunted regions. You’ll think twice the next time you gaze across that endless water… wondering what might be looking back. You can find Chad's book at Amazon: https://www.chadlewisresearch.com/ Thanks Chad! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins
  • Robert The Doll’s Keeper Reveals The Truth - The Paranormal Podcast 905

    Robert The Doll’s Keeper Reveals The Truth - The Paranormal Podcast 905
    Oct 7 2025
    Is Robert the Doll really haunted, or something even stranger? This week on The Paranormal Podcast, Jim Harold welcomes David L. Sloan, the man who literally tends to Robert the Doll in Key West. As Robert’s longtime “doll tender,” David shares chilling firsthand encounters, new historical discoveries, and the mysterious energies surrounding the infamous artifact. OCTOBER SPECIAL: Get a 14 week free trial of Spooky Studio Plus on Apple Podcasts ONLY: Sign up on the Apple Podcasts app or go here: https://apple.co/spooky From his discovery of Robert’s origins to reports of people who mocked the doll and suffered strange consequences, Sloan reveals how Robert’s legend blends verifiable history with eerie modern experiences. You’ll hear about: -The real story behind the “permission curse” myth -Why Robert may contain multiple spirits or even a portal -The shocking experiences that nearly drove Sloan to quit paranormal research -How a trip to Germany connected Robert to ancient tree spirits and the Black Forest -What happened when famous YouTubers Sam & Colby challenged Robert Whether you think it’s folklore or genuine supernatural energy, this one will make you think twice before saying, “Robert, can I take your picture?” Learn more: https://hauntedkeywest.com David Sloan’s book: Robert the Doll: The True Biography of Key West’s Haunted Doll at Amazon: https://amzn.to/3KG8HQ0 Thanks David! --This post contains Amazon affiliate links that benefit Jim Harold Media when you make a qualifying purchase. Thank you for your support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 mins
  • Reality May Not Be What We Think - The Paranormal Podcast 904

    Reality May Not Be What We Think - The Paranormal Podcast 904
    Oct 3 2025
    Paranormal researcher and podcaster Morgan Knudsen joins Jim to explore some of the deepest questions in the field. OCTOBER SPECIAL: Get a 14 DAY FREE TRIAL OF SPOOKY STUDIO PLUS ON APPLE PODCASTS ONLY! ⁠https://apple.co/spooky Morgan shares her unique family connection to the history of parapsychology, her early inspirations, and how she came to develop her “Teaching the Living” approach to hauntings. She explains why our own consciousness and emotions may play a bigger role in paranormal experiences than we realize, and why hauntings often act as mirrors of unresolved wounds. The conversation ranges from the nature of reality itself to the possibility that we may be living in something like a simulation. Morgan describes a powerful VR experience that shifted her perspective on consciousness, and she and Jim discuss the balance between frightening encounters and uplifting ones, the “trickster” element in the paranormal, and why humor and hope are essential in this field. Morgan also gives a look into her podcast Supernatural Circumstances and her work at EntitySeeker, which bring rigorous research and fresh insight to the mysteries that continue to fascinate us. You can find Morgan's website at https://www.entityseeker.ca/ Thanks Morgan! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    48 mins
  • An Uncanny Skeptic - The Paranormal Podcast 903

    An Uncanny Skeptic - The Paranormal Podcast 903
    Sep 29 2025
    When it comes to the paranormal, I’ve always admired voices that balance open-mindedness with critical thinking. That’s why Dr. Ciarán O’Keefe is my kind of skeptic. Known to many from BBC’s Uncanny with Danny Robins, Ciarán brings scientific rigor to the mysteries of the supernatural while staying open to possibilities. In this conversation we explore: Why skepticism doesn’t equal cynicism How parapsychology lost visibility in academia and media How ghost hunters can serve as “citizen scientists” by gathering useful data The enduring mystery of cold spots, EMF fluctuations, and environmental triggers Explanations beyond “ghosts are dead people,” including time slips and dimensional slips How a recent medical discovery reshaped thinking about some possession cases Ciarán’s most unforgettable “head-scratching” investigation His role as the resident skeptic on Uncanny—and why he embraces being the “party pooper” Ciarán also shares details about the Uncanny: Fear of the Dark UK tour, with possible plans for a North American run in the future. This episode shows how belief and skepticism, far from being opposites, can fuel better questions and deeper insights into life’s greatest mysteries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    54 mins