Episodes
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Spooky Talk Ep. 8: The One About Exorcisms & Demons
Hi gang! Merle is back ... and he's now a demonologist! In this one, we talk about how he became a certified demonologist, his learning path, and how much it cost. Then, Merle gives us deep dish on a ghost hunt he did last night in Point Roberts, Washington. Something may have followed Katie!...
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Spooky Talk Ep. 7: The One About Ghostly Evidence
Hi gang! Merle and Jake are back to talk about one of their favorite topics, ghostly evidence. In this one, the boys kick off with a user-submitted story (Thanks Terry!) about a stretch of haunted highway and rest area near Merritt, BC, Canada. Next, Merle describes the best evidence he's had ......
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Spooky Talk Ep. 6: The Very Haunted 108 Mile Ranch Heritage Site with GHOSTLY EVIDENCE
Hi gang! Merle and I are back from our travels, and we could record this episode about the haunted place we visited. The notorious 108 Mile Ranch Heritage Site. It's known for murders, mayhem and grumpy spirit in a Clydesdale Barn. BTW: Shout out to Randi on her nuptials! We kick off with our...
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Spooky Talk Episode 5: Ouija Boards, EVPs and Paranormal TV
Hi Ghostlies. Merle and I tell 2 spooky Ouija board stories. Then we play 3 EVPs from our upcoming documentary, 153 Mile. Let us know what you hear in the comments. After that, Merle drops some spirit board history, Jake has some ghost hunting tips you can follow (or not). Finally, paranormal TV...
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Spooky Talk Ep. 4: Spirit Boxes, Spooky Stories & EVPs
Hi Ghostlies. Merle takes the lead as the host for this episode. Thanks to our listeners who voted for ITC devices (a.k.a. spirit boxes) for this one. Merle kicks things off with 2 spooky stories. The first, a nightmare leads to a physical ghostly manifestation. In the second, a ghost hunter gets…
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What Happens When Bloody Mary Steps Outside The Mirror
In Des Moines, Iowa, a group of teenage girls dare one of their friends to summon Bloody Mary. It all seemed to follow the traditional urban legend ... until it came to blow out the candle. Later, we examine the original legend, how this encounter differs, and how a new tradition may spring from...
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Jake Summons Bloody Mary In Chicago
In February 2013, Jake investigated the Congress Plaza Hotel in Chicago. He and his BFF, Saleen, spent 6 hours documenting creepy, ghostly activities. When they went back to their room, Jake decided to see if he could summon Bloody Mary because why not. Things definitely took an interesting turn....
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Spooky Talk Ep. 3: True Haunted Mirror Story, EVP Review & Ghost Hunting Gadgets
Hi Ghostlies! On today's episode of Spooky Talk, Jake kicks things off with a reader-submitted true ghost story from Baltimore. It's a cozy paranormal tale set in Baltimore, Maryland. Then, Merle takes the reins to queue up 2 EVPs for you, the listener, to review. Jake has a couple to share as...
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The History of Spooky Season
Hi Ghostlies! As we get closer to spooky season, Jake did a little deep dive into the origins of the phrase, spooky season, and how it caught on to be a season unto itself. It was surprising to see how old the term really is, even if it didn't necessarily mean a month of festivities and feelings…
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Urban Legends: The Bandage Man of Cannon Beach, Oregon
The Bandage Man is an infamous legend haunting the highway near Cannon Beach, Oregon. In this episode, Jake takes you through the legend's origins and horrifying claims. Also, get a terrifying tale to kick off. Read the full Bandage Man profile on Ghostly Activities.
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Spooky Talk Ep. 2: Haunt Porn & Guttural Growls
Merle and Jake sit down to dish about ghost hunting YouTube channels, and we give a matter-of-fact analysis of 11 different channels. Plus, hear which channels we like. But first - Merle has 2 ghost (hunting) stories to tell, submitted by listeners and readers. Although ... we do breakdown the...
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Spooky Talk Ep. 1: Phantom Cars & Favourite Haunts
Hi kids! It's been a while, eh? Well, Ghostly Activities is coming back to the podwaves. In today's episode, Jake and Merle discuss a recent ghostly encounter on Aurora Bridge in Seattle. Two readers submitted the same encounter that happened during the witching hour on August 10th. Then, Merle…
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The Shadow Person in Room 7: A Real-Life Ghost Story
In March 2025, I went to Powell River, British Columbia, Canada for a haunted getaway. Nothing like going to a familiar haunted places to check in with the spirits. However, I wasn't expecting this surprising spirit to manifest how it did. Get the real-life ghost story, plus some history about...
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Phantom Black Dog Encounter In Thurston County
On Monday, February 2nd, I had an encounter that left me scratching my head. Something had played with my pack of rescue mutts ... but it didn't want to play with me. Get the scoop on this phantom black dog encounter. If you've encountered one of these animal spirits, let me know in the comments…
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Clues Versus Evidence: How To Think Like A Cozy Ghost Hunter
This episode's goal is to help ghost hunters understand the difference between clues and evidence, why it matters, and how thinking like a cozy ghost hunter improves your credibility and the accuracy of an investigation. This episode will cover: 1. What's a clue 2. What's evidence 3. How clues...
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The Case File Approach: How To Organize Your Next Ghost Hunt
The Case File Approach helps you and your ghost hunting team organize their research and investigation into a credible report. It follows eight steps: Define the case Conduct historical reconnaissance Identify patterns and personas Investigate the haunt Analyze evidence Cross-verify with…
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Black-Eyed Kid Encounter In Thurston County, Washington
In November, I had an encounter with the mysterious entity known as Black-Eyed Kids. The incident didn't happen in your usual place, like an isolated home or dark rural highway. Tune in to get the spooky story. This is my second encounter with Black-Eyed Kids. Read more about the first encounter…
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Ghost Hunter Interview: Black-Eyed Children and Parasitic Entity Encounters
On Mystic Moon Cafe, Jake from Ghostly Activities co-hosted an episode on Black-Eyed Kids (BEKs), mylings and other parasitic entities. Each host described their own encounter with one of the monsters. We also discuss if BEKs could be aliens, psychic vampires or specters. Resources for tonight's...
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Ghost Hunter Interview: Haunted Voices with Todd Bates
On December 9th, 2022, Jacob Rice of Ghostly Activities sat down for an interview on Haunted Voices. Todd Bates, the host, and Jake discussed ghostly encounters, gadgets and more. It was a lot of fun. Tune in to get the scoop today! Listen to Haunted Voices:...
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Troy Taylor Interview | One Bleak Midwinter Night Book And More ...
This interview also appears on Mystic Moon Cafe, an online radio show, which I co-host. Today, Troy Taylor discusses his new book, One Bleak Midwinter Night. It tells gruesome true crime tales, spooky ghost stories, and quite a few disasters from the holiday season. We chat about some creepy...
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Church Grims, The Graveyard Protectors & Phantom Black Dogs
There’s something creepy about an empty churchyard at night. The wind becomes still, barely rustling the fall leaves. The moon slips behind the clouds to dimly light the star-filled night. A shape moves between the headstones, low and steady, crouching. Most people would shrug it off as a stray...
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Why Ghosts Mess With Electronics: A Ghost Hunting Explainer
In this episode, we explore why ghosts mess with electronics. You'll hear about scientific reasons electronics fail as well as those paranormal theories behind electrical failures. Woven through out, you get ghost hunting tips, tricks and some personal ghost stories (looking at you Canadian…
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Clara The Haunted Doll Update 6: Spookiki Goes Creepy
During a tarot card session, Clara The Haunted Doll, gets a custom reading ... and then another spirit shows up. And Clara isn't happy about it. Get the juicy haunted doll drama now.
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Amy Investigates The Whaley House, San Diego's Most Haunted Place
Earlier in April, Ghostly Activities Club member, Amy, went to the most haunted place in San Diego, The Whaley House, to check out the hauntings. Now, she sits down with Jake for an interview about its dark historic past, the ghosts who remain behind, and to give some ghost hunting tips for ghost...
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Haunted Place: St. Ignatius Hospital Ghost Hunting Interview
Mike from The Paranormal Roadtrippers and Shala & Shiann from Paranorthwest discuss the spookiest and creepiest parts of their paranormal investigation at the notoriously haunted St. Ignatius Hospital in Colfax, Washington. Read more (and see pics) on the Ghostly blog.
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Checking In, A True Ghost Story From Seattle
I lost Rhea, my dog, in 2015. She was 12 years old. This is the story of her ghostly return to check in on me.
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Clara The Haunted Doll Update #4: Haunted Doll Drama
Lo and behold, Ghostly Activities Club member, Amy Beal, has not one, but TWO haunted dolls. After her return from New Orleans, new information about Clara and the second doll comes to a head. Tune in to get the details on haunted activity generated by these dolls.
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Haunted New Orleans Tours & Ghost Walks
Amy Beal, a Ghostly Activities Club member, went to New Orleans for the holidays. During that trip, she visited a haunted plantation, took some ghost tours, and had a cocktail or two. Now, Amy sits down to dish on the evidence she captured at each haunted location. This podcast is best listened...
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5 Ghost Hunting Resolutions for 2025
Hi gang! In this less than formal episode, Jake gives the 5 spook resolutions for 2025 including: Visiting more spooky locations Creating a monster field guide Uncovering more forgotten haunted/spooky history Hosting a paranormal event Doing more collaborations with other spooky folks
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Haunted Objects Interview with Ghost Hunter, Merle
Merle is back to talk about his ghost hunting adventures with haunted objects. Jake even chimes in with a tale about a shadow figure that scared the daylights out of him when he stayed at Merle's place. Get tips for selecting haunted objects, protection techniques and more. You can find images of...
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There May Be A Monster In My Backyard
Yesterday, some kind of strange critter took swipes at my dog, and then I found other evidence of a monstrous encounter. For now, I'm calling this unknown animal, or cryptid, the Yelm Brush Monster. Read more about the encounter and watch a video at...
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Getting To Know Ghostly Activities: 10 Ghost Hunting Questions From Readers & Listeners
In this episode, Jake answers 10 ghost hunting questions submitted from readers and listeners about Ghostly Activities and his paranormal adventures.
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3 Christmas Ghost Stories For Those Cold Dark Winter Nights
Listen to 3 ghost stories with a Christmas setting. All 3 are inspired by the Victorian-era practice of telling ghost stories around the fireplace. Learn more about creepy holiday traditions to bring back.
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True Ghost Story: Mire Ghost Encounter in Olympia, Washington
A young man takes a hike along a marshy area near Olympia, Washington. As a fog rolls in, he has a life changing encounter with a dreadful spirit.
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True Monster Story: The 1893 Puget Sound Sea Serpent Attack, A Local Legend
Tacoma may have a “Loch Ness” monster swimming in Puget Sound, as a fishing party found out back in the summer of 1893. See maps and get the original article at https://ghostlyactivities.com/puget-sound-sea-serpent-attack-of-1893/ Get the scoop on Caddy, the sea serpent in Puget Sound.
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True Monster Story: The Great Tear, A Tacoma Local Legend
Back in the 1920s, children began to vanish in the Point Defiance area near Tacoma. Sometimes, their bodies were found along the beach in Point Defiance and the Tacoma Narrows. In other cases, they just vanished. But one thing was clear: A monster may have taken them. Get more on The Great Tear…
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Urban Legends: The Midnight Callers - A Spooky Winter Solstice Story
In this story, a ghost hunter tries to debunk the Midnight Caller urban legend, but his investigation doesn't go as planned. Read the urban legend profile at https://ghostlyactivities.com/midnight-callers-a-winter-urban-legend/.
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Ghost Hunting Influencers And Their Impact On Paranormal Investigations
Jake and Merle chat through ghost hunting social media and YouTube influencers, how they impact the paranormal investigation, and what channels deserve a watch. There's only a little shade thrown.
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Residual Hauntings: When A Ghost Isn't A Ghost
Residual hauntings are the most common type of ghostly activity. But, there’s no ghost involved. That’s right—a haunting without a ghost. Find out the differences with an intelligent haunting, get some supernatural science, use some ghost hunting tips, and listen to me fumble over my words…
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Liminal Spaces | Where Ghosts, Hauntings, Monsters & Mysteries Manifest
Liminal spaces represent a transition. It could be a physical space, an emotional space, or a transition from a life stage. When you encounter one, you know it. From eeriness to deja vu, people get discombobulated by the experience. Tune in to hear more about ever-so-creepy liminal spaces. By the...
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The Phantom Lights of Vashon Island | An Eerie Christmas Urban Legend
The Phantom Lights of Vashon Island is one of the most enduring spooky Christmas tales in the Puget Sound region. The story blends elements of tragedy, mystery, and folklore, creating an atmospheric legend that intrigues residents and visitors. Tune in now for an eerie local legend!
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Debunking 8 Common Ghost Hunting Myths Featuring Merle from Spaced Out Radio
Tune in to get the scoop on myths that persist with ghost hunters. These are things like investigating with the lights off, if demons are real, what really indicates a ghostly presences, and more! The EMF meter mentioned during the interview is the GQ EMF-390 (not an endorsement).
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10 Things I’ve Learned About Ghost Hunting
Jake reflects on his 16-years experience chasing after barely audible whispers, shadowy figures and blinking gizmos. He shares 10 things to remember or take to heart as you meander through your paranormal journey. These things include: It's a hobby Most gadgets are BS Make it fun Conducting EVP...
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3 Krampus Poems for Creepmas 2024
Embrace the dark side of the holiday season with 3 thrilling Krampus poems. Experience the suspense, humor, and eerie vibes of Krampusnacht. Only naughty kids (and adults) have anything to worry about. The nice kids will breathe easier, and enjoy toys and candy, once the brats have been taken…
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9 Spooky Christmas Traditions That Deserve A Comeback
This holiday season, during the darkest and coldest nights of the year, add a little spookiness to your otherwise festive decor and traditions. Think about telling ghostly tales while drinking hot cocoa around the fireplace. Send a few creepy Christmas cards to your friends like the Victorians…
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6 Tips To Make Your Life Easier As A Solo Ghost Hunter
There’s no shame ghost hunting by yourself. I’ve gone on plenty of investigations alone, and I’ve made plenty of mistakes on solo ghost hunts. When I started, I didn’t have a mentor. I read some books, watched some shows, and then picked up my MEL meter and headed out into the dark. Luckily, I…
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Why I Stopped Ghost Hunting In Homes
I stopped ghost hunting at private homes a few years back. I’ve had a few too many bad experiences, and here are the reasons why I pass on residential ghost hunts. First off, most people are very nice and welcoming to paranormal investigations. It just takes a few bad actors to make you change…
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3 Paranormal Protection Tips For Ghost Hunters
Sometimes, ghosts get a little touchy on a ghost hunt, and it can freak you out. Here are some of my favorite protection tips and tricks to stop ghostly shenanigans. I've also got 2 bonus tips and 2 stories from Phoenix and New York City. The 3 tips include: Willpower Protective Stones Salt The...
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How To Use Dark History To Plan Your Next Ghost Hunt
In this episode, find what dark history means for paranormal research, how it’s the foundation of ghost hunting, what questions to ask, and which resources to use.
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True Ghost Story: The Visitor, A Haunted Tale from Thurston County, Washington
In mid August, someone came to visit me. Someone familiar to me. Someone who brings bad news. Someone who warns of death. Listen the true ghost story for more.