Ghostly

Do ghost pets exist? In Ghostly's forty-fourth episode, Pat and Rebecca explore ghost pets. Many owners claim to have experienced visits from their pets after death. From sounds to noises and even physical manifestations, ghost pet stories seem to be very common. But are they real?

Listen to Chicagoland’s spookiest podcasts, Ghostly and Bob After Dark, on Chicago’s Paranormal Panel recorded on May 8th. Pat and Rebecca are joined by Bob Anderson and Steve Michaels from Bob After Dark and Special Guest (and paranormal guru) Ursula Bielski. Nick Mataragas from Freak of the Week serves as the Moderator for this amazing show.

Is there a Von Erich family curse? In Ghostly's forty-third episode, Pat and Rebecca are joined by Bob from Bob After Dark to explore the Von Erich family curse, one of the pro-wrestling world’s most tragic stories. With all the tragedy surrounding the Von Erich family, people start to wonder what happened. Was this family of wrestling royalty cursed?

Sleep Paralysis and it's three hallucinations. 1. Incubus - This is the feeling of weight or pressure on the chest while being choked or suffocated 2. Intruder in the Bedroom - Traditionally some kind of horrific presence or spirit which is then personalized and interpreted through visual, tactile, and kinetic cues 3. Vestibular-Motor Hallucinations - that’s the feeling of dissociation with the bo...

Do Jack the Ripper and his victims still haunt this earth? In Ghostly's forty-first episode, Pat and Rebecca explore the dark history of the world’s first famous serial killer and the ghost stories still told about the Ripper and his victims.

Join as Ghostly discusses Microclimates as evidence for Paranormal Events with Nick Mataragas of Freak of the Week, and Bob Anderson from Bob After Dark on the brand new holiday - Skeptic Day

In this episode, we examine the Hauntings of the Perron Family and the movie The Conjuring. Was the Perron family home haunted? You decide after being presented with all the evidence and the complete and real history. Listen for some spooky, dark, and paranormal fun.

Pat and Rebecca are joined by Bob Anderson from Bob After Dark and Jack Blü of Chicago Hauntings Ghost Tours come on to help us debate the Old Chicago City Cemetery. 10,000 bodies were left behind when it became Lincoln Park including the zoo.

Does William Henry Harrison still haunt this Earth? In Ghostly's thirty-seventh episode, Pat and Rebecca tell the story of President William Henry Harrison in honor of President’s Day. Harrison was the first president to die in office after only 31 days. Does the United States’ 9th President haunt the attic of the White House?

Do Bonnie and Clyde Still Haunt this Earth? Do Bonnie and Clyde still haunt this earth? In Ghostly’s thirty-sixth episode, Pat and Rebecca tell the story of Bonnie and Clyde in honor of Valentine’s Day. These partners in crime loved each other fiercely in life…and also in death? In this paranormal podcast, hear the tale of the Barrow gang and decide if these lovers’ spirits linger. Bonnie wi...

Is Alcatraz Haunted? Is Alcatraz haunted? In Ghostly’s thirty-fifth episode, Pat and Rebecca explore Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary, one of the most popular tourist destinations in the United States. Not only does this former fortress have an interesting history, it also is shrouded in spooky stories. But is it a home for ghosts? Older drawing of Alcatraz and the Lighthouse with two men in a...

Can Tarot Cards be used to Predict the Future? Can Tarot Cards be used to Predict the Future? In Ghostly’s thirty-fourth episode, Pat and Rebecca explore the mysterious world of Tarot Cards. Many believe that these cards hold the power to predict the future and give advice. But can they? Tarot Card Collection Photo by Rebecca Rivers Questions Explored in this Episode What are Tarot cards? Wh...

Helpful Spirits Helpful Spirits. In Ghostly’s thirty-third episode, Pat and Rebecca tell the lore of Big John and The Gray Man. These folktales of helpful ghosts are a perfect way to continue the old English tradition of telling ghost stories at the holidays. Except these stories are ones many believe to be true.   The Gray Man Shadow Listener Mail and Questions Our first listener mail...

Is Hull House Haunted? Is Hull House haunted? In Ghostly’s thirty-second episode, Pat and Rebecca and special guest Mondo explore Jane Addam’s Hull House and the Devil Baby in Chicago. Visitors often call Hull House one of the most haunted locations in the city. In its heyday as a settlement house, legends told of a devil baby born and kept at the mansion. Stories of a woman in white and oth...

Is the Clown Motel Haunted? Is the Clown Motel Haunted? In Ghostly’s thirty-first episode, Pat and Rebecca explore the Clown Motel in Tonopah, NV. This motel is full of clowns in all shapes and sizes, and is also located right next to a cemetery. Many claim they have seen and heard paranormal activity while spending the night. Is it haunted? Famous Signs outside the Clown Motel Questions Exp...

Does John Wayne Gacy Haunt this Earth? Does John Wayne Gacy still haunt this earth? In Ghostly’s thirtieth episode, Pat and Rebecca explore the life, death, and possible afterlife of serial killer (and clown!) John Wayne Gacy. They were joined in this live episode by Nick Mataragas, the last man to have played Gacy on the TV show Ghost Adventures. Special thanks to Lawlor’s on Archer for hos...

Are Exorcisms Real? Are exorcisms real? In Ghostly’s twenty-ninth episode, Pat and Rebecca conclude Ghostly’s exorcism series with a debate on what is real. They take a look at all the evidence on both sides and introduce some new stories, and then our hosts are going to come down on one side or the other. #teambeliever or #teamskeptic Questions explored in this episode Are there still exorc...

What Real-Life Exorcism Inspired The Exorcist ? What real-life exorcism inspired The Exorcist ? In Ghostly’s twenty-eighth episode, Pat and Rebecca continue their exploration of exorcisms by taking a closer look at the real story behind the movie The Exorcist . Roland Doe was a 14-year-old boy who survived a series of exorcisms at a hospital in St. Louis, but was he really possessed? Also in...

Was the Exorcism of Emily Rose (Anneliese Michel) Real? Was the Exorcism of Emily Rose (Anneliese Michel) Real? In Ghostly’s twenty-seventh episode, Pat and Rebecca continue their exploration of exorcisms by taking a closer look at the real story behind the movie The Exorcism of Emily Rose . The movie is based on the real life of Anneliese Michel and her claim of being possessed. Her death a...

What is an Exorcist? What is an Exorcist? In Ghostly’s twenty-sixth episode, Pat and Rebecca interview the host of EPH 612 , David Vox Mullen, to learn what it’s like to be an exorcist. We learn not only about exorcism, but also what happens to a person to make them into an exorcist. This episode also explores what is fact and what is fiction in pop culture for exorcisms. Questions Explored...

In Ghostly’s twenty-fifth episode, Pat and Rebecca explore one of the most haunted hotels in America, the Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables, Florida, just outside of Miami. Not only is the Biltmore one of the most beautiful hotels, but it also houses so many ghosts that parts of the hotel are only rented when there is no other choice. Is the Biltmore haunted? Ti tle:  Miami Biltmore Hotel:...

In Ghostly’s twenty-fourth episode, Pat, Rebecca, and special guests Bob Anderson and Anthony Di Fabio from Bob After Dark explore and debate two terrifying haunted locations in Elgin, Illinois with Ghostly’s first LIVE SHOW at Elgin Fringe Fest! Special thanks to Blue Box Café for being such a great venue. Elgin Fringe Festival Questions explored in this episode: Why is Elgin, IL one of the...

In Ghostly’s twenty-third episode, Pat, Rebecca, and special guest Mondo explore the life and afterlife of John Dillinger, one of the FBI’s first #1 Most Wanted criminals. Dillinger robbed banks during the Great Depression while styling himself as a Robin Hood figure. Not only did he escape capture many times, he also escaped jail when he was captured. After he was finally trapped and killed...

In Ghostly’s twenty-second episode, Pat and Rebecca explore the curse of the 27 Club. Over the last century, many young artists have died at the age of 27 and legend says this is because they are cursed due to their immense talent and fast lifestyle. Or maybe even a deal with the devil. Robert Johnson, Brian Jones, Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison, Kurt Cobain, and Amy Winehouse are...

In Ghostly’s twenty-first episode, Pat and Rebecca explore Marie Laveau, the original Voodoo Queen of New Orleans. Born in 1801, she was known for her charity work and voodoo magic. Everyone in New Orleans knew who to go to for mojo bags and spells to fix their problems. But her legend didn’t die with her death in 1881. Ever since her death, Laveau has been seen all around New Orleans, at he...