Talk Haunts - Richard Felix (A Life Most Haunted)

Some people study haunted history from a distance.Richard Felix has spent a lifetime walking through it — from the dark corridors of Derby Gaol to the television phenomenon that helped bring ghost hunting into millions of homes.In this Talk Haunts special, Steve and Marie are joined by Richard Felix: historian, writer, owner of the famously haunted Derby Gaol, and former resident historian on Most Haunted. The conversation explores Richard’s long relationship with ghosts, folklore, historic buildings, and the strange stories that continue to cling to Britain’s darker places.From the ghostly activity reported at Derby Gaol to the nature of hauntings themselves, Richard reflects on why spirits might appear, what history can teach us about the paranormal, and how place, memory and atmosphere become entwined over time.The episode also looks back at Most Haunted, one of the most influential paranormal television shows of recent decades, with insight into what happened behind the scenes and how the series shaped public fascination with ghost hunting.Rich in history, personality and supernatural possibility, this is a thoughtful conversation with one of Britain’s best-known paranormal historians — a life spent among haunted buildings, lingering stories, and the question of what may remain after death.Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe, leave us a rating, and drop a review. It really helps the show reach more listeners. Here's where to find more:Support the show: Patreon (patreon.com/hauntedukpodcast) | Ko-fi (ko-fi.com/hauntedukpodcast)Follow us: Instagram @hauntedukpodcast | TikTok @hauntedukpodcast | X @hauntedukpodWebsite: https://hauntedukpodcast.com/Produced by Pink Flamingo Sound Studio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.