Crypt Walkers

In Part I of this two-part investigation, Ryder is joined by guest co-host Jaime (Into the Crypt) as they conduct a historic, first-ever paranormal investigation into a truly unique haunted location: The Sawmill. Tucked away in the isolated bottomlands of West Alton, this eerie property holds a dark energy that goes far beyond classic ghost stories—including chilling geographical ties and whispere...

Welcome to Track 8 of The Listener Files . This space belongs entirely to the dark folklore and unexplainable encounters from Crypt Walkers’ Listeners that keep you awake at night. On tonight’s tape: The DJ and the Boiler Room: A fellow Officer recalls his college days as a fraternity DJ at the Pi Kappa Alpha Memorial Lodge, where closing down an old schoolhouse after midnight led to an aggressive...

FIELD GUIDE - FILE 05  In this fifth episode of Into the Crypt, Cryptwalkers host Ryder and co-host Jamie step beyond specific haunted locations to confront the origins of the holiday itself: the haunted history of Halloween. Join the team as they strip away the modern commercial polish to uncover the ancient roots of Samhain, from sacred pagan bonfires and desperate disguises meant to evade roami...

In Part IV—the grand finale of our Halloween Takeover—Ryder and Jamie ( Into the Crypt ) push through sleep deprivation and over-caffeinated chaos to close out our journey through the Witch City with Shadows of the Square . Together, they peel back the layers of tragic fires and lingering apparitions inside the Georgian halls of the Ropes Mansion, explore the maritime spirits and hidden staircases...

In Part III of our Halloween Takeover, Ryder and Jamie ( Into the Crypt ) push deeper into the shadows of modern-day Salem—recording fresh off a 16-hour shift. Together, they break down the reported specter of Bridget Bishop at the historic Lyceum Hall, tread the damp, heavy ground of the Old Burying Point Cemetery where the unrepentant judges of 1692 lie resting, and step inside the dark, oppress...

In this quick update, Ryder drops in to share an important schedule adjustment for the Haunted Salem Halloween Takeover. Rather than rushing Part III to hit today's deadline, the episode is being held briefly to ensure the quality stays at the high standard you expect. Part III will now air this Friday, October 23rd, pushing the Listener Files to next week. This shift sets up an epic Hallowee...

 In Part II of this Halloween Takeover, Ryder and guest co-host Jamie ( Into the Crypt ) step out of the history books and into modern-day Salem’s most active hauntings. Together, they explore the somber ground of Proctor’s Ledge, uncover the dark legacy and lingering specters of the historic Joshua Ward House, and break down the unexplainable encounters and phantom footsteps inside the iconic Haw...

In Part I of this case, Ryder is joined by longtime friend and lead investigator of the Cape Girardeau Paranormal Research Group, John Mackey, as they step into the dark history and oppressive atmosphere of 1692 Salem. From its origins as an isolated colonial settlement gripped by fear and harsh winters to the catastrophic mass hysteria that tore through the village, together they unpack the sever...

Join Ryder and Jamie, host of Paramedia and co-host of Into the Crypt , for a special bonus episode as they explore the dark history and haunting lore of the Old Chain of Rocks Bridge. Stretching across the Mississippi River, this abandoned stretch of Route 66 carries a heavy weight—from its famous 22-degree bend to the harrowing 1991 tragedy that forever stained its rusted iron. In this standalon...

FIELD GUIDE - FILE 04  In this fourth episode of Into the Crypt, Cryptwalkers host Ryder and co-host Jamie step into the darkness to confront one of the most widespread and instinctual phenomena in the paranormal world: Shadow Figures. Join the team as they dissect the theories, sightings, and unique behaviors of these featureless, light-absorbing entities. Discover what separates simple tricks of...

Welcome to Track 7 of The Listener Files . This space belongs entirely to the dark folklore and unexplainable encounters from Crypt Walkers’ Listeners that keep you awake at night. On tonight's tape: The Highway Man: While stranded in a diner 5 years ago, Ryder is told this tale from a trucker about an experience he would never forget near Goldfield, NV. A Baby’s Lullaby: A fellow police offi...

In Part II of this case, Ryder and guest co-host Jamie ( Into the Crypt ) sit down for an exclusive, two-generation interview with the minds behind Ashmore Estates: current owner Ashley and former owner Robbin Terry. Together, they pull back the curtain on what it truly takes to own and restore one of the Midwest’s most notorious haunts. From surviving devastating tornadoes and massive structural...

In Part I of this case, Ryder is joined by guest co-host Jamie ( Into the Crypt ) as they step into the dark history and chilling hauntings of Illinois' infamous Ashmore Estates. From its origins as a 19th-century county poor farm built on hardship and loss to its mid-century era as a psychiatric hospital, together they unpack over a century of tragic lore, legendary spirits like Joe Bloxom,...

FIELD GUIDE - FILE 03  In this third episode of Into the Crypt , Cryptwalkers host Ryder and newly official co-host Jamie take the mic together to crack open the high-frequency world of Instrumental Trans communication: The Spirit Box. Join the team as they dissect the theory, operation, and raw technical specs behind the most famous sweep-tech in modern ghost hunting. Discover how chopping up liv...

Join Ryder and Jamie, of Paramedia, as they explore a mysterious 2002 UK crash that may be linked to paranormal phenomena. In this first-ever redux of a previous Crypt Walkers case, the two delve into the crash, interesting paranormal theories like stone tape, and the possibility of an intelligent spirit reaching out from beyond. PLEASE NOTE:   This bonus episode was originally recorded to air on...

In Part II of this special investigation alongside the Mothman Museum, Ryder steps away from the history books and sits down directly with museum representative Olivia Dunn to discuss the strange history of Point Pleasant. You'll hear chilling firsthand perspectives on the infamous TNT Area, the truth behind Chief Cornstalk’s curse, and what it’s really like to live alongside and preserve the...

In Part I of this case, Ryder dives into the notorious 1966 Mothman wave that gripped Point Pleasant, West Virginia. From red-eyed winged humanoids haunting the TNT Area to strange telepathic encounters and unexplained static, we unpack the thirteen months of terror leading up to the Silver Bridge disaster. Part II features an exclusive interview with Olivia Dunn of the world-famous Mothman Museum...

FIELD GUIDE - FILE 02 In this second episode of Into the Crypt , Cryptwalkers host Ryder, and fellow paranormal investigator, Jamie, dive deep into the high-voltage intersection of history, science, and the ghostly unknown: Thomas Edison and his alleged "Ghost Phone." Discover how the man who lit up the world turned his genius toward the dark, attempting to build a sensitive electronic g...

Welcome to Track 6 of The Listener Files . This space belongs entirely to the dark folklore and unexplainable encounters from Crypt Walkers’ Listeners that keep you awake at night. On tonight's tape: Caller ID: The haunting tale, provided by one of Ryder’s co-workers, Denise. In this recollection, Denise receives a mysterious phone call from her son, Josh. A Haunted Mansion: A new listener, M...

In Part II of this special investigation alongside Haunted Soulz Paranormal, Ryder steps away from the history books and marches directly into the active grid of the Missouri State Penitentiary. He breaks down the most terrifying evidence captured inside the fortress, from aggressive shadow entities to the deceptive mimic spirits known as doppelgängers. You'll hear chilling firsthand accounts...

In Part I of this case, Ryder enters the gates of the notoriously haunted Missouri State Penitentiary. Nicknamed the "Bloodiest 47 Acres" in America, this prison was in operation for 168 years and has a very brutal history filled with inhumane conditions, violence, and death; Both sanctioned by the State and not. Let's not forget the hauntings... Part II features an interview with D...

FIELD GUIDE - FILE 01 Join Crypt Walkers host Ryder and fellow paranormal investigator Jamie, of the Paramedia Podcast, for the premiere episode of Into the Crypt as they trace the raw history of paranormal research. Moving from the 19th-century Spiritualism craze to modern high-tech investigations, they explore how humanity has always built a mechanical grid to filter out parlor tricks and captur...

Welcome to Track 4 of The Listener Files . After a year-long hiatus, host Ryder brings this dedicated format back from the shadows. This space belongs entirely to the dark folklore and unexplainable encounters that keep you awake at night. On tonight's tape: A Bartender's Wife : A word-of-mouth account from a historic bar in Washington, MO, where a late wife sends an aggressive message t...

In Part II of this case, Ryder takes the listener on an audible journey back inside 508 East Second Street, shifting the file from historical true crime to its active, modern paranormal legacy. This final installment features a special interview with Rob Coakley of Hometown Ghost Stories as he revisits an overnight investigation inside the Moore Homestead that he'll never forget.  Listen to H...

In Part I of this case, Ryder takes the listener on an audio journey to what is perhaps the most famous house in Villisca, Iowa—reconstructing the horrendous murders that placed it on the map. By weaving together true crime and the paranormal, this case is thoroughly explored. From murders to the theories behind who the axe-wielding murderer could have been, and from the crime scene to the paranor...