Poltergeists

Join host Eleanor Voss as she explores the fascinating world of modern families reporting unexplained phenomena in their homes. This episode of Poltergeists examines documented accounts of contemporary households experiencing unusual disturbances, from traditional unexplained sounds and moving objects to modern technological anomalies involving smart devices and electronic equipment. Discover the...

Join Eleanor Voss on a captivating journey exploring poltergeist phenomena across different cultures and continents. This episode examines how various societies have documented and interpreted unexplained household disturbances throughout history. From Japan's tsukumogami tradition and German poltergeist origins to Scandinavian nisse folklore and Native American spiritual concepts, discover the re...

In this thought-provoking episode of Poltergeists, we examine what modern physics might tell us about centuries of documented unexplained phenomena. From electromagnetic fields and infrasound to quantum mechanics and static electricity, we explore scientific principles that could potentially contribute to understanding poltergeist reports throughout history. We discuss how geological factors like...

In this episode of Poltergeists, we explore the fascinating evolution of paranormal investigation from pioneering researcher Harry Price to modern ghost hunting techniques. Harry Price, born in 1881, revolutionized the field by introducing scientific methodology to supernatural investigations, most famously at Borley Rectory, which he called 'the most haunted house in England.' We examine Price's...

Explore the Great Amherst Mystery, one of North America's most documented cases of alleged supernatural activity. In 1878, the small Nova Scotia town of Amherst became the center of extraordinary events surrounding nineteen-year-old Esther Cox and the Teed family home on Princess Street. This episode examines the extensive contemporary documentation, including medical reports by Dr. Nathan Tupper,...

Explore the fascinating historical pattern connecting teenagers to poltergeist phenomena in this compelling episode of Poltergeists. From the famous Bell Witch case of early 1800s Tennessee to the well-documented Enfield incident of 1970s England, we examine why adolescents frequently appear at the center of reported supernatural activity. Discover the cultural and psychological theories that atte...

Explore the chilling case of Edinburgh's Mackenzie Poltergeist in this episode of Poltergeists. Since 1998, visitors to Greyfriars Cemetery have reported over 450 documented incidents near the tomb of Sir George Mackenzie, the notorious 17th-century persecutor of Scottish Covenanters. From unexplained physical sensations to sudden illness, witnesses including tourists, locals, and police officers...

Explore the legendary Borley Rectory case in this detailed examination of England's most famous haunted house. Located in Essex, Borley Rectory was home to multiple families between 1862 and 1939, all of whom reported extraordinary supernatural phenomena. From the Bull family's early encounters with a mysterious nun apparition to the intense activity experienced by the Foyster family in the 1930s,...

Dive into one of the most scientifically documented poltergeist cases in history with the Rosenheim Poltergeist of 1967-1968. This Bavarian law office became the epicenter of inexplicable phenomena including malfunctioning phones, electrical disturbances, and moving objects. What sets this case apart is the extensive scientific investigation led by Dr. Hans Bender and his team of physicists and en...

Journey through centuries of poltergeist documentation in this comprehensive historical exploration. From ancient Roman accounts by Pliny the Younger to medieval chroniclers and Victorian investigators like Harry Price, discover how unexplained phenomena have been recorded and studied across different cultures and time periods. This episode examines famous historical cases including the Drummer of...

Explore the infamous Enfield Poltergeist case that captivated London in the late 1970s. This episode examines the documented experiences of the Hodgson family on Green Street, where alleged paranormal phenomena including moving furniture, mysterious voices, and apparent levitations were reported over 18 months. We discuss the investigations by Maurice Grosse and Guy Lyon Playfair from the Society...

Explore America's most documented supernatural case in this episode about the Bell Witch of Tennessee. Between 1817 and 1821, the Bell family of Robertson County reported experiencing unexplained phenomena that attracted visitors from across the region, including future President Andrew Jackson. This episode examines the historical accounts, eyewitness testimonies, and cultural impact of what many...

Join us for an introductory exploration into poltergeist phenomena and the age-old question of what makes a house haunted. This episode examines the historical documentation of unexplained household disturbances, from the famous Borley Rectory case to modern suburban accounts. We explore the environmental, psychological, and cultural factors that contribute to reports of paranormal activity in hom...