Haunted Happenings

Edgar Allan Poe's 'The Tell-Tale Heart' is considered one of the most terrifying gothic horror stories ever written -- a tale of murder, madness, and obsession. When it was first published in 1843, the public wasn't ready for such a violent, cruel, and horrific story; but today it's known as one of the most influential horror-fiction tales ever written. So, turn off your lights, sit back, and prep...

Every day we move through a sea of ghosts without even knowing it. But paranormal investigator and author Debi Chestnut has been seeing and communicating with spirits since she was a child. Debi is by far the most gifted paranormal researcher I've ever met, and the otherworldly stories she shares with me in this episode are nothing less than astounding. So give a listen to my super-fascinating con...

Celebrities often have false rumors swirling around them, but the public gets so caught up in them that they sometimes morph into outlandish conspiracy theories. In this episode, I present my top 5 most unbelievable, outrageous, zany, whacky, cockamamie conspiracy theories you’ll ever hear. Contact: barrypirro@yahoo.com Website: ConnecticutGhostHunter.com

The newest film in the Conjuring franchise, 'The Conjuring: Last Rites', is loosely based on a paranormal investigation conducted by famed ghost hunters Ed and Lorraine Warren in 1986 - but the TRUE story is far more terrifying than the movie. The Smurls weren't experiencing a haunting in their home, they were the victims of a series of relentless demonic attacks. As you'll hear, these devilish as...

The Lemp Mansion in St. Louis, Missouri is considered to be one of the most haunted houses in America -- which should be no surprise considering the incredibly wealthy Lemp family was plagued by scandals, and three family members committed suicide in the mansion. Join me as I explore the fascinating history and mystery of the Lemp family, and the downward spiral that led to the mansion's haunting....

We all have different interests, hobbies, and passions, and there's a club out there that caters to just about every one of them. But some clubs are ultra exclusive, and many would consider what goes on behind their closed doors to be downright bizarre. Join me as I explore a bevy of bizarre, strange, and unusual clubs and societies. Contact: barrypirro@yahoo.com Website: ConnecticutGhostHunter.co...

Just about everyone has a ghost story, and most people are eager to share them. All of the stories in this episode were told to me during my lectures, or submitted to my website by podcast listeners. Some are chilling, others are poignant, and some are just plain scary! So join me as I present real stories from real people about the strange things they've encountered. Contact: barrypirro@yahoo.com...

You asked for it, so here it is! My pick of the top four creepiest places on earth! These are places that have always intrigued me; places with incredibly eerie backstories that continue to give me thrills and chills. In addition, I share the story of the scariest paranormal investigation I've every conducted, one of the few times I nearly ran out during an investigation. So sit back, and prepare...

We've all heard of ghosts who haunt houses, but it possible to actually MAKE a ghost in a laboratory? In 1972, a group of researchers from the 'Toronto Society for Psychical Research' set out to answer that question. For over a year they conducted an experiment aimed at making a ghost in a laboratory setting, and it seems that they actually succeeded. The ghost's name was Philip, and after they cr...

In 2016, I was contacted by a couple who fled their home because of terrifying paranormal activity. Things had gotten so bad that they put the house up for sale, even though they had just moved in five months earlier. As soon as I heard the details of what they had seen and heard, I knew that they weren’t being haunted by a ghost – they were being plagued by a demon. The following is my reading of...

We've all seen pictures of shrunken heads, but did you ever wonder HOW and WHY they were made? Did Walt Disney really have his head cryogenically frozen? And was Michael Rockefeller really eaten by cannibalistic headhunters? Join me as I to delve into the fascinating and macabre history of shrunken heads, headhunting, and how shrunken heads became valuable, sought-after collectibles. Contact: barr...

Join me as I take a deep dive into the life and legacy of Franz Mesmer, the man who invented a strange and mysterious healing method that would inspire modern hypnosis and change the world forever. In the 18th century, Mesmer's daring, radical experiments with "animal magnetism" quickly catapulted him to the status of a celebrity, then plunged him into scandal. Was Mesmer a visionary ahead of his...

Deep beneath the earth's surface lies a vast, unexplored world that some believe is teeming with life -- an astonishing world with lush subterranean landscapes and marvelous cities inhabited by ancient civilizations or even aliens. A hidden, wondrous world that's lurking right under our feet! Join me as I dive deep into the ancient myths, scientific debates, and astonishing claims of the Hollow Ea...

Author J. E. Weiner knows that ghosts are real. She's had ghostly encounters her whole life, and some even show up in her new novel "The Wretched and Undone", a paranormal tinged Southern Gothic tale set in Texas and inspired by actual events. In today's interview, JE talks about her true life ghostly encounters and how they inspired her to write the book which was recently named a 'Killer Nashvil...

On October 17, 1973, Falkville Alabama Chief of Police Jeff Greenhaw was out investigating a call about a UFO sighting when he took four Polaroid photos of a metal clad figure he saw standing in the middle of a dark country road. He chased the creature in his patrol car, but the it moved so fast that it outran him and it vanished in the night. After the photos were published, Greenhaw's life was r...

New York Times and international bestselling author JD Barker is known for his gripping suspense thrillers that blend elements of horror, crime, mystery, and the supernatural. His work includes the best-selling "The Fourth Monkey" series, "A Caller’s Game", "Behind a Closed Door", and "Dracul". His upcoming book "Something I Keep Upstairs" (May 2025) is based on a real haunted house on a remote is...

In the Navajo culture, a skinwalker is a shapeshifting witch who has the ability to turn themselves into any animal at will. When in their animal form, they possess that animal's physical form and abilities, and they move at incredible speeds. In addition to Navajo skinwalker legends, people have actually seen these terrifying creatures -- and they are pure evil. Join me as I take a deep dive into...

In Fairfax, VA, the locals stay away from Bunny Man bridge at night. Terrifying stories of an axe-wielding man dressed in a bunny costume chasing people or destroying their cars have been around for more than 50 years. But the Bunny Man is more than just an urban legend. It's based on fact, and in many ways the stories that inspired the legend are far more horrific. Join me as I explore the facts...

My guest today is Akashic records master reader Amy Robeson. The Akashic records are an infinitely vast field of knowledge - a storehouse of every thought, word, and deed of every person, place, or thing that has ever existed, or ever will exist. In today's episode, Amy talks about the Akashic records, and how she uses them to help people reach their full potential. Amy's Website: https://theamyro...

"The Sallie House" in Atchison, Kansas is consider by many to be the most haunted house in the US. When a young couple moved into the rental home in 1993, they had no idea the place was haunted by a little girl named Sallie. But soon, Sallie started moving toys around, starting fires, and causing physical harm to people. Was Sallie really the ghost of a little girl, or was she a demon in disguise?...

Demons are real, and Ali Crawford knows this better than anyone. In her new book 'Heaven Help Us', Ali tells the terrifying story of her family’s battle against a demonic entity, and how their faith grew stronger in spite of everything it did to try to break them. In my interview with Ali, she shares the harrowing story of her family’s spiritual warfare against the evil being that invaded their ho...

In 1834, the servants' bells at Bealings Manor in Suffolk, England began ringing on their own. The mysterious ringing of the bells by unseen hands went on for days, and was witnessed by several people including the manor's owner Major Henry Moor who later wrote a book about his experience. The story of Bealings bells has fascinated and puzzled paranormal experts for the past 190 years. Join me as...

When she was three years old, Barbro Karlén began telling her parents that her name wasn't Barbro, it was Anne Frank. She also had horrific nightmares where men in uniforms kicked down the door to her attic hiding place. When she was twelve, Barbro had her first book published followed by eight others as a teenager, but she never told anyone about her memories of being Anne Frank. As the years wen...

The White House in Washington D.C. is not only the most famous building in the United States, it's also one of the most haunted. The ghosts of Abraham Lincoln, Andrew Jackson, Dolley Madison and others roam its halls and grounds and have been witnessed by presidents, staff members, guests and visitors. Join me as I dive deep into stories of the ghosts of the White House. Website: ConnecticutGhostH...

Ghosts, witches, goblins and other terrifying creatures are often the source of many horror fiction stories. In this story that I wrote especially for this year's Halloween episode, a meek 19th century schoolmaster meets a tall, dark stranger on a lonely road where several have met violent ends. But as the two walk along together, he soon begins to suspect that this strange man might be far more d...