Haunted History Chronicles

What happens when a haunted holiday doesn't end when you leave? In this extraordinary first part of a series of conversations, Ciaran Farrell shares the deeply personal story that shaped the rest of his life. What began as a family holiday in a supposedly haunted house in Kent soon became something far stranger, with terrifying experiences that, he says, followed him home—and even into his boa...

Some stories dominate the history books. Others vanish into the margins, buried beneath time, tragedy, controversy, or simple neglect. In this episode of Haunted History Chronicles , I’m joined by historian, researcher and storyteller Sarah Blake to explore her fascinating new book, Hushed Up History: Volume 1 . Together, we uncover the strange, shocking and often unbelievable stories that history...

In this episode of Haunted History Chronicles , I’m joined by authors Andrea Janes and Leanna Renee Hieber, the minds behind America’s Most Gothic , to explore the chilling truth behind Gothic tropes — and the real people whose lives were even darker than fiction. Fog-drenched mansions, oppressive family dynasties, forbidden rooms, madness, obsession and death… we tend to associate these with nove...

In this episode of Haunted History Chronicles , I’m joined by writer, folklorist and broadcaster Deborah Hyde to explore one of medieval Britain’s most haunting and enduring mysteries: the Green Children of Woolpit. Emerging from a pit on the edge of a Suffolk village in the 12th century, these strange children — with green-tinged skin and a language no one recognised — left behind a story that ha...

In this deeply evocative episode of Haunted History Chronicles , I’m joined by spiritual teacher and author Foteini Fotoula Adrimi to explore the hidden mysteries of Ancient Egypt beyond the monuments, pyramids, and hieroglyphs. Drawing on profound initiatory experiences and the teachings of the Goddess Isis, Fotoula shares how the ancient HEKA traditions and Living Light of Egypt can still be acc...

At a time when science claims to explain almost everything, ghost stories still refuse to fade. In this episode of Haunted History Chronicles , I’m joined by author Paul Weatherhead to explore the strange cases that gripped Britain in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries — from violent apparitions and riotous ghost hunts to poltergeists, hoaxes, and even a royal spectre. Drawing on co...

Have you ever wondered what it would be like for your family home to become the centre of strange and unexplainable activity?  In this episode of Haunted History Chronicles , we open the door to a story that has gripped investigators and researchers for years. The Society for Psychical Research has closely followed the case, but tonight you will also hear directly from the female homeowner who has...

In this episode of Haunted History Chronicles , I’m joined by Dr Nick Richbell , historian, archivist, and Spiritualist. Together, we discuss the fascinating world of spirit guides : what they are, how mediums have worked with them, and why they became such an important feature of nineteenth- and twentieth-century Spiritualism. We explore famous cases, the rise of the movement, and the controversi...

In this episode of Haunted History Chronicles , I’m joined by filmmaker and paranormal investigator John Shackleton to delve into his latest project – The Supernatural UK . A candid, fly-on-the-wall paranormal investigation series, The Supernatural UK takes a fresh, unfiltered look at one of the world’s most enduring mysteries. Across ten episodes, the series ventures into castles, prisons, museum...

What happens when the dead won’t stay silent—and the past refuses to rest? In today’s hauntingly atmospheric episode of Haunted History Chronicles , I’m delighted to be joined by Dr Kate Cherrell: paranormal historian, researcher of Victorian spiritualism, and now, debut novelist. Kate has long been a familiar voice in the world of the weird and wonderful, known for her meticulous historical resea...

In this episode, we open the creaking doors of the courtroom to the world of the supernatural. From Adele’s eerily unsellable former home to 16th-century French tenants suing over ghostly disturbances, we explore how hauntings have—quite literally—made their case in court. Why do ghost stories grip us so tightly? Perhaps it’s because they invade our safest spaces—our homes—and then, to make sense...

The story of New England’s vampires begins with a scourge whose tragic trail is visible in cemeteries throughout the region. Incredible as it may seem today, vampires preyed upon their not-so-distant ancestors. Vampire attacks increased dramatically during the eighteenth century and remained the leading cause of death in New England throughout the nineteenth century. But this unseen killer did not...

Join me for a fascinating episode with Amy Boucher , writer and folklorist specialising in Shropshire’s rich folklore, ghostlore, and history . Amy explores the interplay between folklore, the paranormal, and historical memory , shedding light on how stories shape our understanding of the past. In this episode, we delve into devil narratives , uncovering their significance in Shropshire’s eerie la...

Join me on this fascinating episode of Haunted History Chronicles as I welcome Grant Cameron , award-winning UFO researcher and author. From his early encounters with Charlie Red Star to his deep dive into consciousness, non-human intelligence, and paranormal inspiration , Cameron explores the hidden links between UFO phenomena, creativity, and apports. With decades of experience, TV appearances,...

Join me for a spine-tingling episode as I welcome Jack Ziska from True North Paranormal. With a background in heritage and conservation, Jack has spent years working in some of Scotland’s most historic—and haunted—locations, including Stirling Castle, Bannockburn House, Doune Castle, and the Battle of Bannockburn site .  Once merely intrigued by the paranormal, his time at Stirling Castle turned h...

In the words of physicist John Archibald Wheeler , “In any field, find the strange thing and explore it.” That’s exactly what my guest today is doing. A mechanical and electrical engineer by trade, Eric Dullin has spent his career exploring the frontiers of science, technology, and human potential. With a PhD in information processing, an MBA, and extensive experience as an entrepreneur and coach,...

In this episode of Haunted History Chronicles, I am joined by world-renowned parapsychologist and paranormal investigator, Loyd Auerbach. With over 45 years of experience, Loyd shares his unique insights into the world of paranormal investigation, including his work with the Rhine Research Centre, the ethical challenges of ghost hunting, and the science behind psychic phenomena. He recounts some o...

In this episode of Haunted History Chronicles, I am joined by author, historian, and paranormal investigator Penny Griffiths-Morgan to discuss her book, A Haunted Experiment . Penny dives into the fascinating world of paranormal experiments, including the Philip Experiment, Electronic Voice Phenomena (EVP), the Estes Method, and the Singapore Theory. We explore how these theories were tested at ha...

In this episode of Haunted History Chronicles , we are joined by author Matt Arnold to explore the Epworth Rectory Haunting . Known as one of England's most famous poltergeist cases, the Wesley family experienced strange knocks, dismal groans, and ghostly footsteps that terrorised them for weeks. Matt delves into the supernatural events, the religious context as we dive deeper into the mysteries o...

In the final Haunted History Chronicles episode of 2024, join me as I sit down with Lisa Holman—paranormal investigator, author, and cancer survivor. Lisa shares her powerful story of battling breast cancer, the support that helped her through, and her book My Boob Tried to Kill Me: A Cancer Survivor’s Journal . We also discuss her experiences in the paranormal field, exploring themes of accessibi...

In this festive and spine-chilling episode of Haunted History Chronicles , join us and special guest Amy Boucher as we delve into the eerie ghost stories and devilish legends of Shropshire. Discover the dark side of Yuletide, where ancient superstitions, phantom apparitions, and sinister figures come to life in the cold winter nights. Prepare for a journey into the heart of winter folklore and the...

In this special festive edition of Haunted History Chronicles, I am thrilled to welcome Owen Staton, renowned Welsh storyteller and host of the Time Between Times podcast. Gather around the firepit with us as we dive deep into the eerie world of Welsh Christmas ghost stories and ancient traditions. Owen transports us to the heart of Wales, where tales of spirits and the supernatural blend with the...

In this episode of Haunted History Chronicles, we explore the intriguing world of spiritualism, séances, and mediumship through the story of Jenny O’Hara Pincock and the American medium William Cartheuser. Join us as Dr. Nick Richbell shares his research into the séances held in St. Catharines, Ontario, where Cartheuser communicated with spirits, captivating those in attendance. We’ll discuss the...

In this episode of Haunted History Chronicles, we’re joined by bestselling author and cemetery enthusiast Tui Snider. From exploring the hidden meanings of graveyard symbols to unravelling the myths and urban legends surrounding cemeteries, Tui shares her passion for the stories etched in stone. Discover why she says, “cemeteries are for the living,” how a burial ground once saved her life, and th...

In this thrilling episode I am joined by Steve Mera, one of the UK's foremost experts in UFOlogy and the supernatural. Steve, with over 1,000 hours of TV appearances and as CEO of Phenomena Magazine, shares his unique insights into the mechanics of paranormal phenomena. Dive deep into spine-chilling real cases like the Rochdale Poltergeist and Seattle's Bothell House. Hear firsthand about the mome...