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Ghost Ships, Haunted Lighthouses & Great Lakes Mysteries with Mark Leslie What secrets are hiding beneath the dark waters of the Great Lakes? The Great Lakes are known for their breathtaking beauty, massive storms, and tragic shipwrecks. But beneath their waters—and along their haunted shorelines—lie centuries of ghost stories, mysterious disappearances, legendary creatures, and unexplained paranormal encounters. In this spine-chilling episode of Dairyland Frights, host John welcomes back acclaimed paranormal author and researcher Mark Leslie Lefebvre to explore the terrifying legends and supernatural mysteries surrounding the Great Lakes. Mark discusses his new book, Ghost Stories of the Great Lakes, which explores nearly 200 eerie tales involving ghost ships, haunted lighthouses, restless spirits, mysterious creatures, and unexplained phenomena across the five Great Lakes. From phantom vessels that appear and vanish without warning to lighthouse keepers who may still be watching over dangerous waters long after death, this episode dives into the supernatural history of North America's inland seas. And the mysteries don't stop at the shoreline! John and Mark also explore Indigenous folklore, the mysterious Marysburgh Vortex, legendary lake monsters like Bessie and Kingstie, and the possibility that powerful emotions leave supernatural impressions on the places where tragedies occurred. The conversation also ventures into Mark's research for Haunted Hospitals, his own unexplained paranormal experience inside a haunted theater, and whether modern technology and artificial intelligence are making it harder than ever to prove that ghosts exist. Are the Great Lakes truly haunted, or are these centuries-old legends hiding something even more mysterious? Turn down the lights, grab your favorite spooky beverage, and prepare to explore the haunted waters of the Great Lakes! In This Episode, We Explore: Ghost ships and phantom vessels reportedly appearing on the Great Lakes. Haunted lighthouses and the spirits of keepers who never abandoned their posts. The Marysburgh Vortex, sometimes compared to the Bermuda Triangle. Great Lakes cryptids, including Bessie and Kingstie. Indigenous traditions, water spirits, and ancient supernatural folklore. A mysterious lighthouse murder on Toronto Island. Why water, shipwrecks, and tragic deaths inspire so many ghost stories. The paranormal theories surrounding haunted hospitals and emotional energy. Mark's unexplained experience involving strange lights inside a haunted theater. Whether AI-generated images have made paranormal evidence harder to trust. Why ghost stories continue to fascinate us and what they might reveal about the afterlife. Episode Highlights & Timestamps Approximate timestamps based on the interview recording. Time Topic 02:18 Mark introduces Ghost Stories of the Great Lakes 04:37 Tragic ghost stories and restless spirits along the shore 08:13 Ghost ships and the Marysburgh Vortex 12:22 Indigenous folklore and shared supernatural legends 17:10 Bessie, Kingstie, and mysterious lake creatures 29:49 Haunted lighthouses and an unsolved murder 31:26 Why we're fascinated by ghost stories of the water 43:28 Do paranormal encounters change our beliefs about the afterlife? 46:31 AI, skepticism, and the challenge of proving ghosts exist 49:59 Mark's unexplained haunted theater experience 53:49 Haunted Hospitals and supernatural energy 01:06:48 Mark's advice for writers and storytellers 01:09:33 Where to find Mark's books About Our Guest – Mark Leslie Lefebvre Mark Leslie Lefebvre is a Canadian author, storyteller, and paranormal researcher known for exploring haunted locations, ghostly legends, supernatural encounters, and unexplained mysteries. His work combines historical research with chilling folklore, bringing readers stories about haunted hospitals, mysterious places, and restless spirits. In his book Ghost Stories of the Great Lakes, Mark takes readers on a supernatural journey through the Great Lakes region, uncovering ghost ships, legendary creatures, haunted landmarks, and centuries of eerie maritime folklore. Find Mark and his books: MarkLeslie.ca Ask for his books at your favorite independent bookstore or local library. Support Dairyland Frights Love ghosts, cryptids, haunted places, UFOs, and unexplained mysteries? Join us on Dairyland Frights, where we explore everything creepy, mysterious, and spooky in the Midwest and beyond! Help keep the paranormal conversations going by subscribing, leaving a five-star review, and sharing this episode with your fellow spooky friends. Want even more paranormal content? Join our Patreon community and help support the podcast. Patreon memberships start at just $1! And remember, my spooky friends... Stay Spooky! 👻

What happens when you bring hundreds of allegedly haunted objects together under one roof? And what if some of those objects don't want to stay quiet? In this spine-chilling Halloween episode of Dairyland Frights, host John welcomes Chris from the Savannah Paranormal Museum in Savannah, Georgia, one of America's most famously haunted cities. From cursed dolls and haunted mirrors to mysterious spirit attachments and terrifying encounters, Chris takes listeners inside a museum filled with objects that some people believe carry supernatural energy—and stories that may leave you sleeping with the lights on. Chris shares how a lifelong fascination with ghosts led him to collect haunted artifacts, eventually transforming his collection into a paranormal museum. But not every object is suitable for public display. In fact, Chris reveals that three particularly troubling artifacts are kept away from visitors. And that's only the beginning. What You'll Discover in This Episode The Savannah Paranormal Museum: How Chris went from collecting haunted objects in his backyard shed to opening a museum dedicated to paranormal history and unexplained phenomena. The Haunted Mirror: A mysterious mirror locked away for nearly 30 years, a shattered shipping container, and a psychic who reportedly revealed a deeply personal family connection. The Kuman Thong: A disturbing Thai talisman, its alleged supernatural activity, and the strange smell that reportedly vanished after a protective amulet was introduced. The Legend of Bloody Mary: Why mirrors have long been associated with spirits, doppelgangers, and terrifying supernatural folklore. Ghost Attachments and the Hitchhiker Effect: Can spirits follow paranormal investigators home? Chris shares his theories and an extraordinary family experience. Annabelle, Robert the Doll, and Dybbuk Boxes: Chris discusses three of the world's most notorious allegedly haunted objects and separates their legends from their histories. Emeraldine, the Haunted Doll: Meet one of the museum's most popular attractions, whose dedicated room has reportedly become the site of shadow sightings, scratches, and unexplained physical sensations. A Terrifying Museum Encounter: Chris recounts an incident involving a visitor who appeared to undergo a possession-like experience during a paranormal investigation. Believers vs. Skeptics: Why Chris welcomes skepticism and believes that personal experience is more important than proving the paranormal exists. A Museum Filled With Haunted History Savannah has a reputation for ghost stories, haunted buildings, mysterious cemeteries, and supernatural encounters. But the Savannah Paranormal Museum offers visitors something different: the opportunity to encounter objects with disturbing histories and reported paranormal connections. Chris explains how the museum combines Savannah history, paranormal folklore, cryptid displays, and a growing collection of allegedly haunted artifacts. Some objects have stories of tragedy. Others are said to contain spirits. And a few have reportedly produced experiences so unsettling that additional precautions were taken. One of the most fascinating stories involves Emeraldine, a doll believed by some to contain the spirit of a deceased practitioner of witchcraft. Visitors can spend time in Emeraldine's room using paranormal investigation equipment, but Chris reveals that some recent encounters have raised concerns about what else might be present. Can Our Beliefs Give Haunted Objects Power? The conversation goes beyond ghost stories into the psychology and mysteries of the paranormal. Chris explores the idea that fear, expectation, and collective belief may influence how people experience supposedly haunted objects. From Annabelle and Robert the Doll to the fictional origins of Slender Man, John and Chris discuss whether supernatural legends become more powerful as more people believe in them. They also examine the difference between healthy skepticism and cynicism, and why some paranormal mysteries may never have definitive answers. A Halloween Episode You Won't Want to Miss Whether you're a paranormal investigator, a believer in ghosts, a skeptic, or simply someone who loves a terrifying story, this episode takes you deep into the strange world of haunted artifacts and unexplained experiences. Are these objects truly haunted? Can spirits attach themselves to ordinary possessions? Or does the real power lie in the stories we tell about them? Turn down the lights, grab your headphones, and join Dairyland Frights for a haunting journey inside the Savannah Paranormal Museum. Because sometimes the scariest things aren't hiding in abandoned houses. Sometimes they're sitting behind glass, waiting for someone to notice them. Connect With the Savannah Paranormal Museum Website: https://www.savannahparanormalmuseum.com/ Location: 1305 Barnard Street, Savannah, Georgia 31401 Social Media: Search Savannah Paranormal Museum on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Chris also discusses the Most Haunted City on Earth podcast and a documentary about a disturbing encounter at the museum. Support Dairyland Frights Love ghosts, haunted locations, cryptids, UFOs, and unexplained mysteries? Subscribe to Dairyland Frights on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Join our growing community of spooky friends and help us continue exploring the strange, mysterious, and unexplained. For exclusive content and additional paranormal conversations, support Dairyland Frights on Patreon. Stay spooky, my friends!

100 Years After Houdini's Death — Did the World's Greatest Escape Artist Ever Escape Death? Joe Diamond  On Halloween night in 1926, legendary magician and escape artist Harry Houdini died, leaving behind a legacy filled with dangerous stunts, supernatural mysteries, spiritualist controversies, and one haunting question: Could Houdini communicate from beyond the grave? One hundred years later, the mystery continues. In this special Halloween episode of Dairyland Frights, host John welcomes back renowned mentalist, mind reader, and Midwest mystic Joe Diamond for a fascinating exploration of the life, death, and supernatural legacy of Harry Houdini. From Houdini's Wisconsin roots to his legendary escapes, his crusade against fraudulent mediums, and his complicated relationship with spiritualism, John and Joe uncover the man behind the myth. But Houdini's story becomes even stranger after his death. Despite publicly exposing mediums and questioning claims of communication with the dead, Houdini reportedly arranged a secret code with his wife, Bess, to test whether he could contact her from the afterlife. For years after his death, Bess held Halloween séances hoping to receive a message from her husband. And during her final séance, something unusual reportedly happened that continues to raise questions about coincidence, spiritual communication, and the mysteries of life after death. Was Houdini truly a skeptic? Did he secretly hope that life continued beyond the grave? And could the man who escaped chains, locked containers, and underwater traps have found a way to escape death itself? Joe also shares his unique perspective on magic, mentalism, paranormal investigations, and why humanity remains fascinated by the unknown. In This Episode, We Explore Harry Houdini's Wisconsin connection: How a young immigrant who grew up in Appleton became the world's most famous escape artist. The dangers of Houdini's escapes: Milk cans, underwater challenges, restraints, and the audience's fascination with death-defying performances. Houdini versus spiritualism: Why the legendary magician devoted so much energy to exposing fraudulent mediums. The Fox Sisters and the spiritualist movement: How séances and alleged spirit communication captivated the public. Houdini's mysterious death: The circumstances surrounding his final illness and the conspiracy theories that followed. The secret afterlife code: Houdini and Bess's plan to test communication from beyond the grave. The final Houdini séance: A strange rainstorm and the enduring mystery surrounding Bess's last attempt to contact her husband. Houdini and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle: How conflicting beliefs about spirits and the supernatural damaged their friendship. Why magic still fascinates us: Joe explains the powerful connection between magic, horror, storytelling, and our fear of death. Joe Diamond's paranormal experiences: His work at the historic Maxwell Mansion and his immersive mentalism performances. The Man Who Challenged Death Harry Houdini wasn't simply a magician. He was an entertainer who transformed the fear of death into an unforgettable spectacle. Audiences gathered by the thousands to watch him escape seemingly impossible situations. Every performance raised the same terrifying question: Would Houdini survive? But after the death of his beloved mother, Houdini's fascination with mortality took on another dimension. His public battles with spiritualists, his friendship and eventual disagreement with Sherlock Holmes creator Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, and his attempts to investigate the possibility of an afterlife reveal a much more complicated man than the legend suggests. In this episode, Joe Diamond challenges some familiar interpretations of Houdini's legacy while examining the emotional and psychological reasons people seek proof that death isn't the end. Could Houdini Have Sent a Message from Beyond? One of the episode's most intriguing stories involves Bess Houdini's final Halloween séance. After years of unsuccessful attempts to contact her deceased husband, Bess reportedly announced that she would no longer attempt to reach him. According to the account Joe shares, shortly after she ended the séance, an unexpected rainstorm swept through the area. Was it simply an extraordinary coincidence, or something more? John and Joe explore why stories like this continue to captivate believers, skeptics, and paranormal investigators alike. Because sometimes the greatest mystery isn't whether something supernatural happened. It's why we continue searching for answers. About Our Guest: Joe Diamond Joe Diamond is a professional mentalist, mind reader, and mystery entertainer whose performances blend psychology, intuition, storytelling, and the unexplained. Known for his immersive and intimate approach to mentalism, Joe performs throughout the Midwest and beyond, including regular appearances at the historic Maxwell Mansion in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Joe returns to Dairyland Frights to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Houdini's death and discuss his special Halloween performance, The Houdini Experiment, along with his ongoing show, The Psychic Parlor. Connect with Joe Diamond Website: JoeDiamondLive.com Social Media: @JoeDiamondLive Joe also shares paranormal-themed videos, demonstrations, and experiences from Maxwell Mansion on his social channels. Join the Dairyland Frights Community Love ghost stories, haunted history, mysterious deaths, psychic phenomena, and unexplained encounters? Then you've found your paranormal home! Dairyland Frights explores everything spooky, creepy, and mysterious throughout Wisconsin, the Midwest, and beyond. From haunted locations and paranormal investigations to cryptids, UFOs, supernatural folklore, and chilling true stories, there's always another mystery waiting to be uncovered. Subscribe to Dairyland Frights on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode. If you enjoy the show, please leave a five-star rating, write a review, and share this episode with a fellow paranormal enthusiast. And remember, my spooky friends... Stay spooky!

California's Spooky Ladies: Haunted Queen Mary, Ouija Boards & Terrifying Ghost Stories Three spooky ladies. One haunted state. And enough terrifying paranormal encounters to keep you awake all night! California may be known for sunshine, beaches, and Hollywood, but beneath the Golden State's glamorous exterior lies a darker world filled with restless spirits, haunted hotels, mysterious apparitions, and unexplained encounters. In this special Halloween episode of Dairyland Frights, host John welcomes back three incredible women from California's paranormal community: Lara from Seance and Sensibility, April Spookygirl831, a paranormal folklore researcher and spooky content creator, and Antonet, Haunted Little Gems a psychic medium and paranormal investigator. And this time, the spooky stories get personal! From emotional spirit communications aboard the legendary Queen Mary to a chilling vacation rental with a violent past, the ladies share firsthand experiences, unsettling accounts, and paranormal mysteries that challenge what we think we know about the supernatural. Ghostly Encounters Aboard the Queen Mary Lara takes listeners aboard one of America's most famously haunted ships, where she and fellow paranormal investigators spent a night exploring the Churchill Suite and the notorious Room B340. During Ouija board sessions, Lara describes what appeared to be communications with two young spirits who claimed to be sisters separated by a sinister presence. What began as a routine paranormal investigation became an emotional experience when one of the spirits seemingly asked for help crossing over. Could the investigators have helped a restless spirit finally find peace? A Murder House With Uninvited Guests Antonet shares a disturbing account involving a California vacation rental reportedly connected to a horrific double homicide. According to the story, unsuspecting guests experienced unexplained activity, including moving light fixtures, mysterious voices, sleep paralysis, and garage lights switching on and off. When police arrived, one officer reportedly recognized the property from an earlier murder investigation. Was the house haunted by its tragic history, or was something else responsible for the frightening activity? Black-Eyed Apparitions, Ouija Boards & Paranormal Mysteries The conversation gets even creepier as John shares his own paranormal investigation at a haunted Chicago theater, where a fellow investigator reportedly encountered the apparition of a little girl with black eyes. The group also discusses the mysterious black-eyed children phenomenon, spirit communication, paranormal protection, and the unsettling possibility of entities disguising themselves as innocent spirits. And just when you think things couldn't get any stranger, John reveals his own frightening Ouija board experience. In This Halloween Episode, We Explore: The haunted history and ghost stories of the Queen Mary. Paranormal investigations inside Room B340 and the Churchill Suite. Ouija board sessions and alleged communication with child spirits. A California murder house turned vacation rental. Sleep paralysis, mysterious voices, and unexplained activity. Black-eyed children and frightening ghostly apparitions. Psychic mediumship and personal paranormal encounters. Ouija board boundaries and spirit communication practices. Haunted hotels, including the Biltmore and Milwaukee's Pfister Hotel. Horror movies, final girls, scary pranks, and plenty of Halloween laughs. A Halloween Episode You Won't Want to Miss! This isn't your typical paranormal discussion. It's a wild, hilarious, emotional, and occasionally terrifying conversation among four people who love everything spooky. Whether you're fascinated by haunted locations, ghost hunting, Ouija boards, psychic mediums, or true paranormal experiences, this episode has something for every supernatural enthusiast. Turn down the lights, grab your headphones, and prepare for a Halloween adventure into California's haunted side! Because sometimes the scariest stories aren't found in horror movies. They're the ones people claim really happened. The episode features personal experiences, paranormal interpretations, and accounts shared by guests. Supernatural explanations and historical allegations discussed have not been independently verified. Connect With Dairyland Frights Love ghosts, cryptids, UFOs, haunted locations, and unexplained mysteries? Subscribe to Dairyland Frights and join our growing community of paranormal enthusiasts! Follow the podcast on your favorite listening platform, share this Halloween episode with your spooky friends, and leave a review to help others discover the show. Stay spooky, my friends!

What happens when a ghost hunt takes a terrifying turn? From unexplained voices echoing through abandoned jail cells to mysterious footsteps on the roof of a historic general store, some paranormal investigations leave even experienced ghost hunters shaken! On this spine-chilling episode of Dairyland Frights, we welcome back Lora and Eric from Patriot Paranormal, one of our favorite paranormal-investigating couples, to share their latest ghost-hunting adventures across the haunted Midwest. Lora and Eric take us inside the historic Marion County Jail in Palmyra, Missouri, where their investigation produced an incredibly loud disembodied voice, mysterious shadows, and unexplained activity that sent several team members scrambling out of a room! But the scares don't stop there. At the Windyville General Store in Missouri, the team encountered strange sounds resembling claws or hooves walking across the roof, unexplained banging on the windows, and an eerie singing EVP that they discovered while reviewing their recordings. We also explore the chilling history of the Missouri State Penitentiary, once known as the "Bloodiest 47 Acres West of the Mississippi." Laura and Eric recount shadow figures, mysterious whistling, unexplained physical contact, and their experiences investigating the prison's infamous solitary confinement area known as "The Dungeon." Plus, we venture inside the mysterious Cambria House in Nauvoo, Illinois, where unexplained footsteps, strange sensations, and possible encounters with child spirits left a lasting impression on the investigators. Throughout the conversation, we explore the equipment and techniques used by paranormal investigators, including REM pods, EMF detectors, spirit boxes, the Estes Method, and EVP recordings. Laura and Eric also discuss the importance of setting boundaries during investigations and their experiences with what paranormal enthusiasts call the "hitchhiker effect." And, of course, there's plenty of laughter as we discover what it's really like being a married couple investigating some of America's most haunted locations. Are these encounters evidence of restless spirits, unexplained natural phenomena, or something we have yet to understand? Grab your headphones, turn down the lights, and join us for another unforgettable journey into the paranormal! In This Episode Marion County Jail: A terrifying disembodied voice, shadowy figures, and paranormal activity inside a historic Missouri jail. Windyville General Store: Strange rooftop footsteps, mysterious noises, a falling magnet, and an unexplained singing EVP. The Cambria House: Possible child-spirit encounters, unexplained touches, and eerie experiences along the Mississippi River. Missouri State Penitentiary: Investigating one of Missouri's most notorious historic prisons, including its dark solitary confinement cells. Ghost Hunting Equipment: How Patriot Paranormal uses REM pods, cat balls, EMF trip wires, spirit boxes, and cameras to investigate unusual activity. Spirit Attachments: Laura and Eric discuss an unsettling experience after leaving an investigation and why they establish boundaries. Life as Paranormal Investigators: The funny side of ghost hunting, teamwork, and what happens when investigators disagree. Upcoming Haunted Adventures: Patriot Paranormal shares planned 2027 investigations, including historic hotels, jails, and other reportedly haunted locations.About Our Guests: Patriot Paranormal Lora and Eric of Patriot Paranormal investigate historic and reportedly haunted locations throughout the Midwest and beyond. Their investigations combine historical curiosity, paranormal equipment, firsthand observations, and a passion for exploring unexplained phenomena. From abandoned prisons and historic jails to old hotels and mysterious houses, Patriot Paranormal shares its experiences with paranormal enthusiasts who love haunted history and ghost stories. In this episode, the couple also discusses upcoming investigations planned for 2027, including the Commercial Hotel in Missouri, Fremont County Jail in Iowa, Sleeper Mortuary in Kansas, and several Illinois locations. Follow Patriot Paranormal on their official social media channels for investigation footage, evidence reviews, upcoming events, and more. Radio Show: They co-host "Paranormal Tuesdays" alongside the ESP Paranormal Couple (Eric and Sarah Pearson) on KYRO 1280 AM / 105.3 FM, broadcasting live on Tuesdays at 5 p.m. CT (streaming online via Westplex News Talk)

What makes a horror movie truly terrifying? Is it the blood, the suspense, the psychological terror, or the things our imagination creates when the camera looks away? On this episode of Dairyland Frights, we welcome horror movie enthusiast and podcast co-host Bill “The Butcher” Van Veghel from Land of the Creeps for a frightfully entertaining conversation about horror movies, legendary filmmakers, cult classics, and the evolution of the genre. Bill has been co-hosting Land of the Creeps since 2019 and watches hundreds of horror movies every year. From classic slashers to international horror and extreme cinema, Bill brings a wealth of knowledge, passionate opinions, and plenty of dark humor to the discussion. From Leatherface to the Final Girl We kick things off by exploring Bill's introduction to horror, including his childhood experience watching The Texas Chain Saw Massacre—a movie that terrified him at age 11 and remains his all-time favorite horror film. But why does a low-budget horror movie from the 1970s continue to frighten audiences decades later? Bill explains how atmosphere, survival instincts, practical effects, and the power of suggestion can be far more effective than expensive special effects or predictable jump scares. What We Discuss in This Episode The Texas Chain Saw Massacre: Why Tobe Hooper's terrifying classic remains one of horror's most influential films. The Evil Dead and Friday the 13th: The lasting appeal of survival horror, isolated settings, and iconic killers. Overrated Horror Movies: Bill shares his controversial opinions about Child's Play and Suspiria, while we debate The Blair Witch Project. What Counts as Horror? Are Jaws, The Silence of the Lambs, and The Purge really horror movies? International Horror: Discover Italian giallo, Japanese horror, Canadian slashers, and the extreme horror movement in France. Practical Effects vs. CGI: Why convincing makeup, prosthetics, and old-school filmmaking techniques still matter. Extreme Horror and Torture Films: We discuss Hostel, Cannibal Holocaust, I Spit on Your Grave, and The Human Centipede. The Evolution of the Final Girl: How female characters have evolved from victims into powerful survivors. Horror Legends: Celebrating Bruce Campbell, Christopher Lee, Vincent Price, Peter Cushing, and Robert Englund. The Future of Horror: Where is the genre headed, and can modern filmmakers still find new ways to scare audiences? Horror Is in the Eye of the Beholder One of the biggest themes of our conversation is that horror is subjective. What terrifies one person might make another laugh. Some fans love supernatural hauntings, while others prefer slashers, creature features, psychological thrillers, or extreme gore. Bill explains why he appreciates horror in nearly every form, even when the subject matter makes audiences uncomfortable. We also explore how horror has changed over the decades—from the atmospheric Gothic films of Hammer Horror to the gritty exploitation films of the 1970s, the slasher boom of the 1980s, and today's increasingly graphic and experimental horror movies. And of course, we have some fun debating the horror movies that everyone seems to love—except us! About Our Guest: Bill “The Butcher” Van Veghel Bill is a co-host of the long-running horror podcast Land of the Creeps, where he has shared his passion for horror cinema since 2019. He also hosts Music, Movies, Sports and Stuff and contributes to the Airway Kingdom Network. Whether discussing forgotten cult classics, controversial horror films, or the greatest performances in horror history, Bill is dedicated to keeping the love of horror alive. Check out Bill's podcasts: Land of the Creeps Music, Movies, Sports and Stuff Airway Kingdom Network Join the Dairyland Frights Community Do you love horror movies, paranormal mysteries, haunted places, ghost stories, and everything that goes bump in the night? Then you've found your spooky home! Subscribe to Dairyland Frights and join us as we explore the strange, unexplained, terrifying, and mysterious stories of the Midwest and beyond. We want to hear from you! What's the first horror movie that truly scared you? Do you prefer classic slashers, supernatural horror, or modern psychological thrillers? And which popular horror movie do you think is completely overrated? Share your thoughts with our community of spooky friends! Stay spooky, and keep the lights on!

What happens when paranormal investigators go searching for answers—and the equipment seems to answer back? On this episode of Dairyland Frights, John welcomes J&J Paranormal for a fascinating conversation about ghost hunting, unexplained encounters, paranormal equipment, debunking evidence, and some of their most memorable investigations. J&J Paranormal shares stories from years of exploring locations connected to death, tragedy, and unexplained activity. From their early adventures at Devil’s Gate in Southern California to abandoned jails, cemeteries, theaters, and other reportedly haunted locations, they discuss what it’s really like to investigate when the cameras are rolling—and when absolutely nothing happens. One of the episode's most personal stories involves their late friend Casey, who had previously joined them on paranormal investigations. A year after his death, they visited his crash site and later his home hoping to make contact. During the session, a yes/no device appeared to respond to questions. Later, at the house, a small motion-controlled toy robot unexpectedly moved toward Casey's chair while other paranormal equipment, including a REM pod and spirit box, appeared to respond as well. The conversation gets even stranger when J&J recalls investigating an unused jail attached to a working police department. Using an SLS camera, they saw what appeared to be a stick figure near one of the investigators. As the figure seemed to reach toward their equipment, a nearby bell repeatedly activated. Was it paranormal—or was there another explanation? That question is at the heart of J&J Paranormal's approach. Rather than automatically labeling strange activity as supernatural, they discuss the importance of debunking paranormal evidence and attempting to recreate unexplained events before calling them paranormal. John and J&J also explore the controversial hitchhiker effect—the idea that spirits or paranormal activity encountered during an investigation can follow investigators home. They discuss ways investigators try to protect themselves and establish boundaries before leaving a haunted location. The conversation also dives into the tools investigators use to communicate with the unknown, including spirit boxes, REM pods, SLS cameras, EMF meters, dead bells, EVPs, and even unconventional equipment not originally designed for ghost hunting. J&J also explains why they remain skeptical of some investigation techniques, including the Estes Method, and why being skeptical can actually make paranormal evidence more compelling. In This Episode J&J Paranormal's first investigation at Devil’s Gate The dangers and realities of exploring paranormal locations Attempting to communicate with their late friend Casey A mysterious toy robot that appeared to react during an investigation REM pod and spirit box responses An eerie SLS figure captured inside an unused jail A paranormal bell seemingly responding to activity Strange footsteps heard inside a cemetery Investigating theaters, parks, jails, and other haunted locations Paranormal experiences aboard a Navy ship EVPs and unexplained voices Spirit communication and paranormal equipment The hitchhiker effect and spirits potentially following investigators home How paranormal investigators protect themselves Why J&J tries to debunk evidence before calling it paranormal Skepticism surrounding orbs, EVPs, and the Estes Method Spirit boxes, dead bells, SLS cameras, REM pods, and EMF meters Whether paranormal activity changes during the day, at night, or during a full moon If you love ghost stories, paranormal investigations, haunted locations, spirit communication, unexplained evidence, and real-life ghost hunting, this is an episode you won't want to miss. 🎧 Listen now and decide for yourself: Are paranormal investigators really communicating with the other side, or could there be another explanation? And remember... Stay spooky. SEO Keywords J&J Paranormal, J and J Paranormal, Dairyland Frights, paranormal podcast, ghost hunting podcast, paranormal investigators, ghost hunters, paranormal investigation, real ghost stories, haunted locations, Devil's Gate California, Devil's Gate paranormal, haunted California, spirit communication, ghost hunting equipment, spirit box, REM pod, SLS camera, EMF meter, dead bell paranormal, EVP ghost hunting, Estes Method, paranormal evidence, hitchhiker effect paranormal, spirits following you home, haunted jail, haunted cemetery, ghost investigation, unexplained activity, supernatural podcast, scary stories, paranormal experiences

What happens when a paranormal investigation uncovers a 100-year-old family secret—and one of the ghosts isn't happy about it? On this episode of Dairyland Frights, John welcomes back paranormal author, investigator, medium, and pet medium Rob Gutro for a fascinating journey into haunted locations, spirit communication, paranormal investigation, and signs from beloved pets who have crossed over. Rob shares stories behind his Haunting of book series and takes us inside two unforgettable investigations: Wilson Castle in Vermont and Hunt Memorial Library in Nashua, New Hampshire. 🏰 The Haunting of Wilson Castle Rob takes us inside the historic Wilson Castle, where his investigation encountered several spirits connected to the property—including members of the Johnson family and Colonel Wilson. Rob discusses claims surrounding ley lines, paranormal energy, spirit activity, and a possible portal at the castle. He also reveals how the investigation uncovered a century-old family secret that apparently didn't sit well with one of the castle's spirits. You'll also hear about paranormal investigator Monique, whose technology—including a phasma box, EMF-sensitive equipment, digital recorders, cameras, and infrared gear—adds another layer to the team's investigations. And wait until you hear what happened when members of a bachelorette party decided to break out a Ouija board during the Wilson Castle investigation. 📚 Ghosts of Hunt Memorial Library Next, the conversation travels to Hunt Memorial Library in Nashua, New Hampshire, where a public paranormal investigation involving approximately 20 people produced some remarkable experiences. Rob discusses the spirits encountered inside the historic building, the role mediums and paranormal technology played in the investigation, and how dowsing rods and other equipment were used alongside Rob's impressions as a medium. The investigation even included an unexpected spirit message for one of the participants and an attempt to help an earthbound ghost cross over. 🐾 Can Our Pets Communicate After Death? Rob also returns to one of the most emotional areas of his work: communicating with pets who have passed away. His Pets in the Afterlife books explore the signs people may receive from their departed animals. Rob reveals that Pets in the Afterlife 5 is scheduled for January 1 and will tell the story of his dogs Tyler, Dash, and Cody and the ways he says they continued communicating after their deaths. It's a touching conversation about grief, love, signs from the other side, and the powerful relationships we continue to have with the animals who changed our lives. 👻 In This Episode Rob Gutro's work as a medium and pet medium The Haunting of Wilson Castle The ghosts of the Johnson family and Colonel Wilson A mysterious 100-year-old family secret Ley lines, portals, and paranormal energy Paranormal investigation equipment and spirit communication The unexpected Wilson Castle bachelorette-party investigation The Haunting of Hunt Memorial Library Ghosts discovered inside the historic New Hampshire building Dowsing rods, phasma boxes, EMF equipment, and mediumship Helping spirits cross over How skeptics react to unexplained experiences Protecting yourself during paranormal investigations Signs from pets who have crossed over Rob's upcoming Pets in the Afterlife 5 📚 Books Discussed The Haunting of Wilson Castle The Haunting of Hunt Memorial Library The Haunting of Emory Estate Pets in the Afterlife series Pets in the Afterlife 5 — scheduled for January 1. 🔗 Find Rob Gutro Learn more about Rob, his books, paranormal work, pet mediumship, blogs, appearances, and upcoming projects at RobGutro.com and PetSpirits.com. His books can also be found on Amazon by searching Rob Gutro. 🎙️ About Dairyland Frights Dairyland Frights explores everything spooky, creepy, paranormal, and mysterious in the Midwest and beyond. From haunted locations and ghost stories to paranormal investigators, mediums, authors, cryptids, folklore, and unexplained encounters, we're here for everyone who loves the strange side of life. 🎧 Listen now, subscribe, and share the episode with your spooky friends! If you enjoy Dairyland Frights, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share the show. Every follow and review helps more paranormal fans discover the podcast. Stay spooky! 👻

What happens when a lifelong fascination with ghosts becomes a career exploring haunted history, folklore, and the unexplained? On this episode of Dairyland Frights, we welcome author, researcher, and paranormal storyteller Amelia Cotter for a fascinating conversation about ghostly encounters, haunted locations, Midwest folklore, cryptids, and the stories that keep the dead alive. Amelia shares how her fascination with the paranormal began as a child, when she devoured books about ghosts, hauntings, and the occult. She also recounts some of her earliest unexplained experiences—including a childhood encounter in a haunted Victorian home and the full-body apparition that would later inspire her book This House: The True Story of a Girl and a Ghost. 👻 The Haunting of Bachelor’s Grove Cemetery Amelia takes us inside one of her strangest paranormal experiences at Illinois' legendary Bachelor’s Grove Cemetery. During a nighttime visit, Amelia and her group witnessed a mysterious glowing light in the woods that appeared almost like a window or house. Even stranger, the light seemed to move and draw the group toward it. Amelia later discovered stories about the cemetery's legendary phantom house and unexplained lights—making the encounter even more unsettling. 🏚️ Ghosts of the Old Baraboo Inn We travel to Wisconsin and one of the Midwest's most notorious haunted locations: the Old Baraboo Inn. Amelia discusses her book: Where the Party Never Ended: Ghosts of the Old Baraboo Inn After first visiting the inn in 2018, Amelia became fascinated with both its history and its enormous collection of paranormal stories. She shares some of the inn's strangest reported activity, including: Mysterious ghostly figures captured in photographs The apparition known as Sybil Bar stools inexplicably stacked together An apparition believed to be Anna Bender Strange balls of light reportedly moving through the building Visitors claiming the lights physically collided with them A mysterious voice captured near the basement stairs Amelia also discusses the legends surrounding Al Capone and the Old Baraboo Inn and why folklore can sometimes be just as fascinating as determining whether a ghost story is historically accurate. 📚 This House: The True Story of a Girl and a Ghost Amelia also shares the story behind This House: The True Story of a Girl and a Ghost. As a child in Maryland, Amelia explored an abandoned house known locally as Walter's House, located near the Manor Tavern. It was there, at only eleven years old, that Amelia experienced something extraordinary—a full-body apparition. That experience helped shape her lifelong fascination with haunted places and the stories attached to them. 🔮 Can Paranormal Research Follow You Home? Can researching ghosts actually attract paranormal activity? Amelia explains how immersing herself in true paranormal accounts while writing her books has occasionally left her feeling as though the stories—or something connected to them—followed her home. Things even get a little strange during our interview when technical problems suddenly interrupt the conversation while we're discussing demons and haunted locations. Coincidence? We'll let you decide. 🎙️ Spooky Story Boutique, Paraflix & Paranormal Television Amelia also discusses Spooky Story Boutique, her storytelling show featuring ghost stories, mysteries, and her groundhog puppet co-host, Ground Chuck. We also talk about her appearances and work connected to paranormal television and media, including: Coast to Coast AM Hometown Horror The RIP Files Tinker’s Shadow: The Hidden History of Tinker Swiss Cottage And Amelia explains why the Midwest remains one of America's richest regions for strange history, haunted locations, folklore, and unexplained phenomena. 🦶 Bigfoot, Cryptids & Midwest Monsters Ghosts aren't the only strange creatures lurking around the Midwest. Amelia shares her fascination with Bigfoot and cryptid sightings, including reports from Illinois and the Baraboo/Wisconsin Dells area. We also discuss Wisconsin's legendary Hodag and why cryptid encounters can be even harder to investigate than hauntings. Amelia even reveals the paranormal location still sitting near the top of her bucket list: the Ohio State Reformatory. 📚 Amelia Cotter's Books Learn more about Amelia's paranormal writing, including: Where the Party Never Ended: Ghosts of the Old Baraboo Inn This House: The True Story of a Girl and a Ghost Maryland Ghosts: Paranormal Encounters in the Free State Breakfast with Bigfoot Plus her poetry, fiction, paranormal research, appearances, and upcoming projects. Find Amelia and her work at AmeliaCotter.com, and follow her on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. You can also watch Spooky Story Boutique on Paraflix. 🎧 Listen to Dairyland Frights If you love true ghost stories, haunted Wisconsin, paranormal investigations, cryptids, Midwest folklore, haunted history, and unexplained encounters, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Subscribe to Dairyland Frights wherever you listen to podcasts, and join us as we continue exploring the spooky, creepy, and mysterious throughout the Midwest and beyond. Stay spooky, my friends. 👻

What happens when true crime, tarot, astrology, psychology, mathematics, and the paranormal collide? On this episode of Dairyland Frights, John sits down with artist, entrepreneur, researcher, and creator Christian Kenny for a fascinating conversation about the darker side of human behavior and our endless search for patterns in the unknown. Christian is the creator of Killer Kards Tarot, a true-crime-inspired tarot system that uses real people, astrology, and calculations to connect infamous criminals with traditional tarot archetypes. But the project isn't simply about serial killers. Christian explains how he designed Killer Kards to challenge the glorification of killers while encouraging people to confront the uncomfortable side of tarot known as shadow work. Christian discusses how tarot archetypes can represent both positive and darker extremes of human behavior, and why confronting those darker interpretations may reveal uncomfortable truths about ourselves. 🔮 Is Tarot Really Supernatural? Christian offers a very different perspective on tarot. Rather than viewing the cards themselves as supernatural objects, he describes tarot, astrology, and numerology as different tools for interpreting patterns. He argues that the answers aren't necessarily coming from the cards—the cards can instead help people interpret information already within themselves. John and Christian explore why symbols and archetypes such as the mother, the magician, death, the hero, and the shadow appear again and again throughout different cultures and periods of history—and whether mathematics might be one way of understanding those recurring patterns. 🔪 Killer Kards Tarot & True Crime Why are people so fascinated by serial killers? Christian explains how Killer Kards Tarot attempts to examine the psychology and archetypes behind notorious criminals rather than simply turning them into entertainment. The conversation explores: Why society is fascinated with serial killers and true crime The danger of unintentionally glorifying killers Tarot archetypes and the darker side of human behavior Shadow work and confronting uncomfortable truths Why symbols can have such a powerful psychological effect The relationship between tarot, astrology, numerology, and mathematics 🕵️ Aurora Crime Stopper The conversation gets even stranger when Christian introduces Aurora Crime Stopper, software he says grew out of patterns discovered while developing Killer Kards. Christian describes Aurora as a pattern-recognition system designed to help investigators prioritize potential suspects based on what he calls "capability percentages." He also explains how the software was provided to private investigators and licensed detectives for testing and use. Note: Claims about Aurora's accuracy, astrology, criminal profiling, and related predictive abilities discussed in this episode represent the guest's views and experiences and should not be interpreted as scientifically established conclusions. 👁️ Synchronicities, Symbols & the Occult John and Christian go beyond tarot and true crime to explore some much bigger questions. Are synchronicities meaningful—or is the human brain simply incredibly good at recognizing patterns? Can objects carry something that people interpret as energy? Are there occult practices that even someone deeply interested in the subject refuses to practice? Christian discusses the distinction he makes between "energy" and "frequency" and explains why curiosity and education don't necessarily mean practicing everything you encounter. The discussion ultimately raises one of the biggest questions of the episode: Are human beings discovering patterns that already exist in the universe—or creating patterns because we desperately need the universe to make sense? 🎙️ In This Episode You'll hear about Killer Kards Tarot, tarot symbolism, shadow work, true crime psychology, serial killers, astrology, numerology, archetypes, Aurora Crime Stopper, criminal profiling, synchronicities, intuition, occult traditions, skepticism, pattern recognition, and the mysterious power of the human mind. Whether you're fascinated by paranormal phenomena, tarot, astrology, true crime, unexplained mysteries, psychology, or the occult, this episode takes the conversation into some unusual territory. 👻 About Dairyland Frights Dairyland Frights explores everything spooky, creepy, mysterious, and unexplained throughout the Midwest and beyond. If you enjoy paranormal investigations, haunted history, cryptids, ghosts, strange mysteries, folklore, true crime, and conversations that challenge what we think we know, make sure to follow, subscribe, leave a review, and share the show with your spooky friends. And remember... Stay Spooky! 👻

What if the coincidences in your life aren't really coincidences? On this episode of Dairyland Frights, John welcomes author Sophia Demas for a fascinating conversation about synchronicities, divine intelligence, miracles, intuition, signs from departed loved ones, and the possibility that consciousness continues after death. Sophia is the author of The Divine Language of Coincidence: How Miracles Transformed My Life After I Began Paying Attention and Consciousness Beyond Death: True Stories of Signs, Messages, and Timing. Sophia believes meaningful coincidences—or synchronicities—can act as messages pointing us toward the paths we're meant to take. But recognizing the sign isn't enough. One of her central messages is simple: Pay attention. Listen. Take action. 👻 In This Episode John and Sophia explore: The difference between an ordinary coincidence and a meaningful synchronicity How Sophia's childhood shaped her openness to the unseen Dreams as possible messages or guidance Why taking action may be the missing piece behind synchronicity Whether our lives are predetermined or influenced by free will The difference between manifestation and divine guidance Why obstacles may sometimes be signs rather than setbacks Angels, spirits, and departed loved ones After-death communication Whether consciousness survives physical death Signs from loved ones after they pass Ghosts, spirits, and unusual forms of communication How experiences surrounding death can replace fear with hope ✨ When Coincidence Becomes Synchronicity Sophia explains that not every coincidence carries meaning. It's when a coincidence arrives at precisely the right moment—and leads to something meaningful—that she begins viewing it as synchronicity. Through her own experiences, she came to believe that something greater may communicate through dreams, unexpected encounters, obstacles, and seemingly random events. The crucial step, however, is what happens next: You have to take action. Sophia shares how acting on these moments led to extraordinary changes in her own life. 🌙 A Dream That Changed Everything At 19, Sophia experienced an intensely vivid dream in which she appeared first as a bride and then discovered herself lying in a coffin. Initially terrified that the dream predicted her death, Sophia received an entirely different interpretation: perhaps something within her needed to "die" so that outdated beliefs could be replaced by new ones. The experience became an important turning point in her life and helped shape how she would later understand dreams, intuition, and divine guidance. 🌪️ The Honeymoon That Almost Ended in Disaster Sophia also tells the remarkable story of her honeymoon in Mexico. A frustrating passport problem disrupted the couple's travel plans. What initially appeared to be a terrible setback may have saved their lives. A hurricane devastated the area they planned to visit, and Sophia later discovered that seven of the nine huts at their intended destination had been swept away in a mudslide. The experience left her wondering: Can an obstacle sometimes be protection? 💫 Coincidences, Miracles & Taking Action Sophia shares several extraordinary stories surrounding her wedding. A wrong phone number unexpectedly connected her with someone she knew—and eventually resulted in a beautiful wedding venue. Another strange chain of events connected her with a concert violinist who ultimately performed Sophia's favorite piece of music at her wedding. Sophia also discusses how a series of coincidences led her to meet and eventually work with one of her idols, legendary architect and futurist Buckminster Fuller. For Sophia, these experiences illustrate the difference between simply noticing something unusual and being willing to follow where it leads. 🧠 Manifestation vs. Divine Guidance John and Sophia also tackle the popular idea of manifestation. Can we simply visualize something strongly enough and make it happen? Sophia offers a different perspective. Sometimes the obstacles standing between us and what we desperately want might actually be trying to tell us something. Instead of forcing every desired outcome, she argues that we should remain aware of patterns, intuition, and repeated warning signs. Sometimes getting what we want isn't necessarily getting what we need. 🕯️ Consciousness Beyond Death The conversation then turns toward Sophia's second book, Consciousness Beyond Death: True Stories of Signs, Messages, and Timing. John and Sophia discuss one of humanity's oldest questions: Does consciousness survive death? Sophia shares experiences that convinced her that death may represent the end of the physical body—but not necessarily the end of consciousness. They explore after-death communications, signs from departed family members, meaningful timing, and stories of people who believe loved ones intervened from beyond. ☎️ Phone Calls From the Dead? Among the episode's strangest stories are accounts involving telephone calls apparently connected to deceased relatives. Sophia recalls two roommates who independently experienced unusual calls on the same telephone. Each believed they recognized the voice of a deceased family member. Could technology sometimes become an unexpected bridge between the living and the dead? ❤️ Replacing Fear With Gratitude Despite discussing death, this episode ultimately isn't about fear. It's about hope. Sophia explains how her experiences changed the way she thinks about mortality and the people she has lost. Instead of concentrating only on their absence, she tries to focus on gratitude for having shared her life with them. Her message to listeners is equally powerful: she doesn't consider herself a guru or someone possessing extraordinary abilities. She's an ordinary person who experienced extraordinary things. And perhaps the first step toward experiencing something similar is simply being willing to pay attention. 📚 Sophia Demas' Books The Divine Language of Coincidence: How Miracles Transformed My Life After I Began Paying Attention Discover Sophia's experiences with meaningful coincidences, synchronicity, intuition, and the unexpected events she believes helped guide the course of her life. Consciousness Beyond Death: True Stories of Signs, Messages, and Timing Sophia explores stories involving signs, messages, extraordinary timing, and experiences suggesting that consciousness—and our connections with those we love—may continue beyond physical death. Both titles are also available as audiobooks. Sophia also contributed to The Playful Universe, following her participation in the Synchronicity Summit organized through the Scientific and Medical Network. 🔮 Connect With Sophia Demas Learn more about Sophia and her books at: SophiaDemas.com Her books are also available through major booksellers. 🎧 Listen to Dairyland Frights If you love paranormal encounters, ghosts, synchronicities, unexplained phenomena, strange history, cryptids, spirituality, and mysteries that challenge what we think we know about reality, subscribe to Dairyland Frights. Join John and his spooky friends as they explore everything spooky, creepy, and mysterious in the Midwest and beyond. 👻 Stay spooky, friends.

What happens when modern paranormal technology meets tarot cards, pendulums, haunted hotels, creepy dolls, mysterious handprints, and locations filled with unexplained energy? On this episode of Dairyland Frights, John welcomes Nick and Kendra of 3rd Palm Paranormal, a Colorado-based paranormal investigation team that has been exploring the unexplained since 2016. Nick and Kendra take a different approach to ghost hunting, combining equipment such as EMF meters, cameras, recorders, and radios with more traditional spiritual tools, including tarot, pendulums, and runes. And they have some seriously spooky stories to share. 👻 Inside This Episode Nick and Kendra take us inside their recent visit to Glen Isle Resort in Bailey, Colorado, an isolated historic property that immediately gave them spooky vibes. The resort features historic cabins, unusual stories, a massive collection of antique dolls, and plenty of unexplained history. And yes... there are hundreds of creepy dolls. John is not thrilled. The team also discusses their plans to return to Glen Isle for a much deeper paranormal investigation around Halloween. But that is only the beginning. 🏨 The Stanley Hotel Experience One of Nick and Kendra's earliest paranormal experiences happened at the legendary Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, Colorado. During a nearly empty winter stay on the reportedly haunted fourth floor, they experienced something they still can't fully explain. In the middle of the night, they heard what sounded like children laughing and running through the hallway. When they opened the door? Nobody was there. That experience helped inspire them to take paranormal investigating more seriously and eventually build 3rd Palm Paranormal. 🌑 The Terrifying Third Bridge Story One of the creepiest stories of the episode comes from Colorado's infamous Third Bridge. During a late-night visit, Nick and his friends stood in the darkness listening to what sounded like distant drumming across the plains. Then things became even stranger. They thought they saw shadowy figures moving through the darkness. When they decided they had experienced enough and tried to leave, their car wouldn't start. Eventually, they escaped. Then someone looked through the rear window. The glass was fogged over... except for two unexplained handprints. Nope. Absolutely nope. 📻 Paranormal Investigation Equipment Nick and Kendra also discuss some of their favorite tools for communicating with possible spirits. Kendra favors an old radio they use almost like a spirit box, while Nick incorporates tarot readings into investigations to help determine what kind of energy they may encounter. The conversation also explores: EMF meters Spirit communication Tarot readings Pendulums Radios and spirit boxes The Estes Method The increasingly popular "death bell" Asking the right questions during an investigation 🔎 Evidence or Something Ordinary? 3rd Palm Paranormal doesn't assume that every strange noise or EMF spike is supernatural. In fact, Nick believes debunking paranormal evidence is just as important as discovering it. During their Glen Isle visit, an EMF meter suddenly began reacting near a cabinet filled with creepy antique dolls. Haunted dolls? Not quite. After investigating further, they discovered electrical wiring behind the cabinet. Sometimes a mysterious shadow might be a spirit. Sometimes it's an owl flying past a window. That's why Nick and Kendra approach investigations with curiosity instead of assuming everything unexplained must be paranormal. 😱 Can Paranormal Energy Follow You Home? The conversation also gets deeper as Nick describes feeling emotionally drained following one investigation. For several days afterward, something simply felt wrong. Was it a paranormal attachment? Lingering energy? Or the psychological effects of spending hours inside an emotionally charged location? The group discusses how investigators sometimes report unexplained sadness, anger, exhaustion, fear, and other emotional reactions following investigations. 🏚️ Favorite Haunted Locations Nick and Kendra have investigated numerous locations throughout Colorado, including: The Stanley Hotel — Estes Park, Colorado Hotel Colorado — Glenwood Springs, Colorado Glen Isle Resort — Bailey, Colorado Third Bridge — Colorado The Hand Hotel — Fairplay, Colorado They also discuss Colorado's unusual paranormal history and why old mining communities, cemeteries, historic hotels, and remote mountain towns continue to generate so many ghost stories. 🎃 Horror Movie Lightning Round Things get a little less serious when John puts Nick and Kendra through some important horror survival questions. Who would survive a zombie apocalypse? Who would speak first to a full-body apparition? And most importantly... If you had to face Freddy Krueger, Michael Myers, or Jason Voorhees, which horror icon would you choose? The answer leads to exactly the kind of conversation you'd expect on Dairyland Frights. 🏰 The Ultimate Paranormal Bucket List If money were no object, where would 3rd Palm Paranormal investigate? Kendra dreams of exploring an ancient haunted castle somewhere in Ireland or Scotland, while Nick also puts the legendary Crescent Hotel in Arkansas high on his paranormal bucket list. And naturally, John has another suggestion: Dracula's Castle in Transylvania. Private jet optional. Vampire transformation strongly discouraged. 👻 About 3rd Palm Paranormal Nick and Kendra of 3rd Palm Paranormal have been exploring paranormal locations since 2016. Their investigations combine traditional paranormal equipment with spiritual practices such as tarot and pendulum work while maintaining a skeptical approach toward unexplained evidence. They're also preparing for another investigation of Glen Isle Resort around Halloween as they continue rebuilding and expanding 3rd Palm Paranormal. Follow 3rd Palm Paranormal on social media to see their investigations, paranormal content, upcoming projects, and future adventures. And if you're in Colorado and know about a strange, haunted, or overlooked location... send them a suggestion. 🎧 Listen to Dairyland Frights If you love ghost stories, haunted locations, paranormal investigations, cryptids, urban legends, supernatural encounters, and things that go bump in the night, you're in the right place. Subscribe to Dairyland Frights and join our community of spooky friends as we explore everything creepy, mysterious, and unexplained from the Midwest and beyond. ⭐ Follow the podcast ⭐ Share the episode ⭐ Leave a review ⭐ Support our guests ⭐ And keep it spooky!

What happens when paranormal experiences begin before you're even old enough to understand them? On this episode of Dairyland Frights, John welcomes Rodmonh, a Florida-based experiencer, musician, and paranormal enthusiast whose encounters with the unexplained stretch back to early childhood. Rodman shares stories of premonitions, apparitions, strange spiritual connections, haunted locations, and experiences that have left him searching for answers throughout his life. 👻 A Terrifying Childhood Encounter Rodmonh says his first unusual experience happened when he was only two years old. While riding in the backseat of his parents' car, he suddenly screamed and pointed ahead moments before witnessing a fatal motorcycle accident—an experience that made his parents wonder whether their son was sensing something they couldn't. A few years later, his family converted an old blue school bus into an RV. On his first night sleeping inside, Rodman says an elderly woman appeared at the end of his bunk bed. That apparition became the beginning of a year-long nightmare. For roughly twelve months, Rodmonh says he experienced the same disturbing recurring dream involving a dark conveyor belt, frightening sounds, and the mysterious woman appearing at the end. The experiences abruptly stopped after his family moved out of the bus. 🔮 Premonitions That Became Reality As Rodmonh grew older, the experiences became even harder to dismiss. He recounts having a vivid premonition involving a child riding a bicycle while carrying a Halloween ghost bank. The following day, a boy carrying that same type of bank entered his father's jewelry store, bought baseball cards, talked excitedly about winning a new bicycle—and was later struck by a vehicle after leaving the store. The experience left Rodmonh wrestling with questions about premonitions, responsibility, and whether knowing something might happen means you can—or should—try to change it. 🕯️ Intuition, Messages & Spirit Guides Rodmonh also discusses moments when information seems to arrive through what he describes as a deep internal knowing. In one powerful story, he felt compelled late at night to send someone an unexpected message telling them how loved and important they were. The person immediately responded and told Rodmonh the message had arrived during an extremely serious personal crisis. The experience changed the way Rodman views—and responds to—his intuition. Rodmonh also shares his belief in spirit guides and explains why he connects spiritually with what he calls the Great Spirit, looking toward nature, animals, synchronicities, and signs for guidance. 🏚️ Haunted Locations & Paranormal Investigation Could certain places act as portals or make us feel as though we've stepped into another time? Rodmonh describes visiting Pennhurst Asylum and experiencing an overwhelming shift after crossing into the Mayflower basement. He says the atmosphere suddenly felt as though he had entered an entirely different time period. He also discusses paranormal investigation, being described as a "spirit magnet," visiting haunted locations, and his desire to investigate places including St. Augustine's historic haunted sites and the Stanley Hotel. ⚰️ The Haunted Funeral Home One of Rodmonh's most frightening stories goes back to childhood. His grandparents were in the funeral home business, and their house doubled as a funeral home, complete with a mortuary area in the basement. While spending the night, young Rodmonh slept in a room containing a full-sized suit of armor. After the lights went out, he says he heard metal clanging—and then watched the armored figure begin walking toward his bed. Even more unsettling? When his mother rushed into the room, she asked him what had made the clanging noise. 🎙️ In This Episode You'll hear about: Rodmonh's paranormal experiences beginning in early childhood A mysterious apparition connected to an old school bus Recurring supernatural nightmares Premonitions that appeared to become reality The emotional burden of sensing danger before it happens Intuition and unexplained spiritual messages Spirit guides and Rodmonh's connection with the Great Spirit Synchronicities and signs from nature Tarot, Oracle cards, dowsing, and unusual communication techniques Possible portals and strange shifts in atmosphere Pennhurst Asylum Paranormal investigation and being a "spirit magnet" A terrifying encounter with a suit of armor inside a funeral home Haunted locations Rodman hopes to investigate Rodman's autobiography and upcoming music Rodmonh also talks about his work as a musician and his plans for a second album while continuing to document his extraordinary experiences in an autobiography.  🎧 Stay Spooky If you love true paranormal stories, ghosts, hauntings, psychic phenomena, premonitions, haunted locations, and unexplained encounters, subscribe to Dairyland Frights and join our community of spooky friends. Have you ever had a dream, vision, or feeling that later came true? Stay spooky! 👻

Are graveyards truly haunted—or are they simply places where history refuses to die? In this fascinating episode of Dairyland Frights, John welcomes Dr. Kate Cherrell, paranormal historian, author, investigator, and creator of Burials & Beyond. Kate has spent years researching Britain's haunted history, Victorian Spiritualism, ghost lore, cemeteries, and folklore. Together they explore some of the most haunted graveyards in the United Kingdom, discuss Kate's own terrifying experiences inside a genuinely haunted house, debate famous paranormal cases like the Enfield Poltergeist and Highgate Vampire, and uncover why Britain's ancient cemeteries continue to fascinate ghost hunters around the world. From Dracula's Whitby inspiration to Edinburgh's infamous Mackenzie Poltergeist, this episode blends history, folklore, and firsthand paranormal experiences into one unforgettable conversation. In This Episode Dr. Kate Cherrell's journey into paranormal history Growing up fascinated with cemeteries and ghost stories Kate's terrifying haunted house experiences Shadow figures, footsteps, and unexplained phenomena Why haunted houses affect families differently The Enfield Poltergeist: fact vs. fiction The Black Monk of Pontefract The Conjuring House discussion Scientific investigation vs. paranormal belief Britain's fascinating cemetery traditions Victorian burial customs Plague pits beneath London Dracula and Whitby's haunted churchyard Highgate Cemetery and the legendary vampire Greyfriars Kirkyard and the Mackenzie Poltergeist Britain's most haunted graveyards Why cemeteries preserve history as much as they preserve the dead Kate's favorite cemetery in England Her books Begotten and Memorials to the Dead Featured Guest Dr. Kate Cherrell: click on to learn more Paranormal historian, author, researcher, investigator, and creator of Burials & Beyond, Kate specializes in: British folklore Haunted history Victorian Spiritualism Cemeteries Ghost lore Paranormal investigations Historic hauntings She is also the author of: Begotten Memorials to the Dead Haunted Locations Discussed Whitby, England St. Mary's Churchyard Highgate Cemetery Greyfriars Kirkyard Edinburgh Binham Priory St. Nicholas Churchyard East Drive (Black Monk of Pontefract) Aldgate plague pits London Bristol Arnos Vale Cemetery Why You'll Love This Episode If you enjoy: Haunted cemeteries Ghost stories Paranormal investigations British folklore Haunted history Victorian Spiritualism Dracula Haunted houses Shadow people Historical mysteries Cemetery history then this episode is one you won't want to miss. Memorable Moments 👻 Kate recounts years of living with an unexplained shadow figure. 🏚️ The haunted house that changed her life forever. 🧛 The truth behind the Highgate Vampire legend. ⚰️ Why Britain's ancient cemeteries are unlike anywhere else in the world. 📚 How folklore and history become inseparable in haunted places. 🔦 Why good paranormal investigators should always try to debunk evidence first. Listen Now Whether you're a paranormal investigator, history enthusiast, or simply fascinated by ghost stories, this episode offers an unforgettable journey through Britain's haunted past. Subscribe to Dairyland Frights for weekly paranormal interviews, haunted history, cryptids, folklore, UFOs, ghost stories, and unexplained mysteries from Wisconsin, the Midwest, and around the world.

Can science, philosophy, and psychic mediumship exist together? In this fascinating episode of Dairyland Frights, host John Radtke sits down with Dr. Eleni Deedes, a psychic medium, paranormal investigator, researcher, and educator whose work bridges academia and the paranormal. Dr. Deedes shares how earning a PhD in Philosophy and Religion shaped her understanding of mysticism, psychic abilities, and the history of spirit communication. From researching the famous Oracle of Delphi to conducting live paranormal investigations across the United States, she offers a unique perspective that combines historical scholarship with firsthand experiences of the supernatural. The conversation explores: How psychic mediumship differs from traditional paranormal investigation The role of ethics in ghost hunting Why many investigators ignore an important side of spirit communication The difference between earthbound spirits and those who have crossed over How Dr. Deedes prepares for haunted investigations Why boundaries and protection matter during paranormal research Her surprising encounters involving historical figures—including Al Capone Haunted locations, haunted objects, and cursed antiques Why she avoids Ouija boards The importance of helping spirits instead of provoking them Balancing social media, education, and authentic paranormal research Whether you're fascinated by psychic phenomena, ghost hunting, haunted history, or spiritual communication, this episode offers thoughtful insights into one of the paranormal world's most intriguing voices. In This Episode Dr. Eleni Deedes' journey into psychic mediumship Academic research meets the paranormal The Oracle of Delphi and ancient mysticism Ethical ghost hunting practices Spirit communication vs. paranormal evidence Al Capone's unexpected paranormal appearances Haunted museums and historic locations How mediums communicate during investigations Cursed objects and haunted antiques Why Ouija boards can be dangerous Protecting yourself during paranormal investigations Upcoming investigations and paranormal workshops About Our Guest: click here to learn more Dr. Eleni Deedes is a psychic medium, paranormal investigator, astrologer, educator, and researcher with a PhD in Philosophy and Religion. Her work combines historical scholarship with real-world paranormal investigations while educating audiences through social media, live events, and workshops. Connect with Dr. Eleni Deedes Website: https://elenipsychicmedium.com Instagram: @elenidedeesphd TikTok: @scorpiostellium (Links and usernames are based on information shared during the interview.) Listen & Subscribe If you enjoyed this episode, please help Dairyland Frights grow by: 👻 Following the podcast ⭐ Leaving a 5-star review 📱 Sharing this episode with fellow paranormal enthusiasts 🎧 Following for new episodes every week Support Dairyland Frights Become part of our spooky community on Patreon for exclusive episodes, behind-the-scenes content, early access, and more paranormal adventures.