The Big Séance Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Patrick reconnects with the spirited crew behind CREEPZ Ghost Commandos—Alec and Adam Tillery, and Gideon Coyle (absent Caleb Tillery)—who reveal how a shared childhood fascination with the unknown turned into a full-fledged paranormal investigation team. Patrick and the CREEPZ reflect on their recent collaboration at the 2024 Missouri Paracon, dive into creepy encounters including ghostly handprints and unexplained scratches, and discuss how their beliefs have evolved over time. With tales of growing up in a haunted house, debunking high EMF, a brand new EVP from the bunker at Belvoir Winery, and some paranormal pet peeves that only seasoned investigators could dish!
Patrick sits down with one of the new friends he met at Missouri Paracon, Raven Knight from the Darkwoods Paranormal Podcast. Raven considers herself an empath, and her interest in both the paranormal and true crime goes back to childhood. We discuss the Villisca Axe Murder House, the importance of finding your group, reflections from the paracon, paranormal pet peeves, and her recent interview with paranormal investigator, Dustin Pari!
Dr. Olivia Cacchione, a musicologist, sat with Patrick in the parlor to discuss her current work and study of music and sound in Victorian seances. Olivia also shared about years of uncomfortable out-of-body experiences and hearing voices that led to her being diagnosed with Temporal Lobe Epilepsy. Plus skepticism, haunted listening, enchantment, possibility vs. disbelief, Victorians and the accordion, the channeled music of Rosemary Brown, and asking the question, “How does music haunt us?”
Brad Blair of the Upper Peninsula Paranormal Research Society and Jesse Leimkuehler from Belvoir Winery and Inn, join together to create the Missouri Paracon, which will take place at Ameristar Kansas City from February 28th to March 1st 2025. Patrick gets the scoop on what’s in store for those attending. Plus conversation on topics such as psychics, apparitions, people who flee haunted locations, drones and alien invasions, and changes in the paranormal space since the boom that started with Syfy’s Ghost Hunters.
Titanic expert James Penca joins Patrick in the parlor for this unique episode of the Big Seance. James is a spokesperson and researcher for RMS Titanic, Inc., Creative Director for Titanic: Honor and Glory, and host of the Witness Titanic podcast. He only recently returned from the exciting 2024 Titanic Expedition that made headlines. Have you ever wondered what can be learned about a passenger or crew member, just from recovering a single artifact from the wreckage? Other topics include the re-discovery of the statue of Diana, the debate on whether the famous wreckage is a gravesite or in dire need of preservation, the last song played by Titanic's quartet, witness interviews, the truth about Bruce Ismay, premonitions of the disaster, the Titanic musical, and of course, the James Cameron film!
Earlier this year, psychic medium Jeni Juranics released an episode of her Spirit Call podcast where she opened up about what she described as a heartbreaking experience at a mediumship conference, where on more than one occasion she witnessed a fairly well-known physical medium faking seances. She decided to call out his fraudulent behavior. He’s been called out before, but Jeni’s story seems to have struck a chord with many in the community. In this important and sometimes emotional conversation, Patrick and Jeni discuss what this means for the mediumship community, as well as the wider spiritual community. And what does it mean for our faith, our trust, and our belief?
Evidential Medium, Jeffrey Peck, returns to the show with advice and inspiration for developing mediums. Does the structure of a medium's training help or hinder them? How does one get over fears and imposter syndrome? And what is considered great evidence? Plus lots of laughs and news about some exciting Sedona retreats!
In anticipation of an exciting private overnight at the historic and haunted Lemp Mansion with Australia's Anne and Renata, Patrick shares an episode of their True Hauntings Podcast. In this 2021 episode, titled "Case 17: The Curse of Lemp Mansion", Anne and Renata cover the tragic history and lore of the Lemp family and their famous St. Louis home.
Join Patrick in a truly interesting conversation with author and psychic medium June Lundgren, who refers to herself as a demon seer whose specialty is getting rid of demons. Along with detailed descriptions of what she sees and how she works, June also covers archangels and tells stories of working with Zak Bagans and the Ghost Adventures crew! She is the author of the forthcoming book, Dark Encounters.
In this episode we look back at highlights of two great interviews from 2017 and 2019. Roberta Grimes is an afterlife expert, author of The Fun of Dying: Find Out What Really Happens Next, and host of the Seek Reality podcast. Sandra Champlain is the author of We Don't Die – A Skeptic’s Discovery of Life After Death and host of We Don't Die Radio and Shades of the Afterlife. Visit BigSeance.com/250 for more info. Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode: Intro :00 A remastered look back at two afterlife experts! :49 Highlights from episode 83 with Roberta Grimes, afterlife expert and author of The Fun of Dying: Find Out What Really Happens Next. 2:28 Roberta has read a LOT of interesting books in her research. Check out the appendix in the back of most of her own books for recommendations. 5:58 A powerful experience and hearing a voice in 1955. 9:05 Writing books with the help of Roberta’s primary guide, Thomas Jefferson. 11:18 Reincarnation, growing up Christian, and simply listening to the words of Jesus. 15:30 Where does the dogma and false information in Christianity come from? 17:36 Jesus and the genuine God. 21:43 The importance of learning to forgive. 24:29 Why is communication between the dead and the living so difficult? Plus, […]
Psychic Medium Dana Stricker tells Patrick of the fascinating, yet strange experiences of her childhood that helped to shape her work, which began at the age of 15 when she gave tarot readings. Other topics include her "Battle Axe" of a spirit guide, a shared experience that left a handprint burned into Dana's leg, and what it really means to be a Witch! Plus, what's life like on the Other Side?
Have you received communication from a dead loved one? In this Part 2 episode, listeners Leslie, Kelly, Susan, Bruce, and Amy certainly have! From a physical and literal sign left on a desk to a comforting voice from the garden. Plus a spirit who communicates through an alarm system, the return of a beloved cat, and a lost and found bracelet. Visit BigSeance.com/248 for more info, and to learn how you can share your own story!
Have you received communication from a dead loved one? Listeners Ayla, Melissa, Bruce, and Sherri have! From a gentle and reassuring touch by invisible hands, to a Christmas wish, and even a missing ingredient for a recipe from the afterlife!
Building on the work of Friedrich Jürgenson and Marcello Bacci, Tony Rathman, along with wife Cherie, Ron Yacovetti, and Lourdes Gonzalez, has taken EVP and Direct Radio Voice to a brand new level. They've developed the technology and an exciting new method that they call Staticom! In this episode, Tony, who is also the founder and lead investigator for Entity Voices Paranormal Investigation (or EVPI), tells Patrick how it works, and even shares several fascinating audio samples of the method in action! Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode: Intro :00 Do you have a special story of receiving communication or signs from a loved one who has crossed over? Patrick would love to hear from you! Check out episode 245 for the details, or just go to BigSeance.com/245. :48 Follow @BigSeance on Instagram and Facebook! 1:39 With 14 years of paranormal investigation experience, Tony Rathman is the founder and lead investigator for Entity Voices Paranormal Investigation (or EVPI), and he’s investigated hundreds of locations across the country, as well as overseas in Japan and the Philippines. He is also an EVP/ITC Specialist and along with his wife Cherie Rathman, Ron Yacovetti and Lourdes Gonzalez, they’ve developed an exciting new spirit communication […]
Have you received messages from a dead loved one? Are you open to it? Do you encourage it? And how does it come through? Does it come through in dreams, signs, or symbols? Inspired by a beautiful conversation among a group of strangers, Patrick invites you to share your stories for an upcoming episode of the podcast. Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode: Intro :00 While working on a library reorganization project, Patrick was reminded of a presentation he gave at a local library and the conversations he had with a small group of people who stayed after to share their stories. Vita, who attended with her daughter, shared several experiences. :51 A safe place to share stories and experiences. 3:09 “I had a dream and it came true two weeks later.” 4:42 “I had been praying that my mother’s sisters would come and help her get to the Other Side.” 7:30 A purple daisy. “You have to look for a sign to know a sign is there.” 9:25 An Open Mind. “You’ve got to open your mind. You’ve got to open up and think it can happen.” 11:39 “I felt like my father was giving me information.” Flight 370 and premonitions from a dream. 12:55 What […]
The Mourning Society of St Louis is a civilian reenacting group with an interest in mourning, death culture, Spiritualism, and the funeral customs of the mid-nineteenth century through the early twentieth century. This incredibly unique group, co-founded by Edna Dieterle and Katherine Kozemczak in 2005, plans educational events such as historically accurate funerals and wakes, and is the first of its kind. Join the conversation with Patrick, Edna, Katherine, and Sherri Morrow, a member since 2015. How do they build the atmosphere and set the scene? What can modern society learn from Victorian mourning customs? How does playing a character in mourning affect these ladies in their daily lives? Pour some tea, cover your mirror with a black drape, and hear about the inspiration, the research, and the planning behind events that even includes a live seance play based on documented moments in history!
Step into the Victorian era with an author and Victorianist, Steele Alexandra Douris. Steele specializes in Victorian crime, gothic fiction, and Spiritualism, and is the author of Spirits, Seers & Séances: Victorian Spiritualism, Magic & the Supernatural. In this episode you’ll discover the hidden gems of 19th-century newspapers, periodicals, and the women's magazines that helped to shape the Spiritualist community. Need a response to someone worried about the dangers of practicing any form of spirit communication? Try a timeless quote from prominent Spiritualist, W.T. Stead. Are you ready to try something new at your next party? Plan a Tableaux Vivant, the fascinating and long-lost Victorian party activity! You know that old curio “curiosity” cabinet in the corner? You can thank the Victorians for that. And criminal investigation, detective fiction, and psychometry? You can thank the Victorians for that too!
Listen in as psychic medium April Roane, who can always be depended on for powerful insights, discusses the evolution of her journey since her last appearance on the Big Seance Podcast in 2016. She provides a unique perspective on the shifts in paranormal investigation and how psychic mediums contribute to them. Hear a powerful discussion on the dangerous side effects of paranormal investigation, including the chilling tale that led to the need for an exorcism. April candidly discusses her move to East Texas and the area’s complicated paranormal culture. Other topics include the 2020 pandemic and the positive shifts it brought to society.
Uncover the enchanting history of Yule and Christmas in this interview with Ellen Evert Hopman, master herbalist and Druidic initiate since 1984. Her book, The Sacred Herbs of Yule and Christmas: Remedies, Recipes, Magic and Brews for the Winter Season, gets beautiful reviews. The recipes, cocktails, and traditional Christmas meals from around the world will have you salivating. Ellen introduces you to mystical figures like Gully Gawk, Pot Scraper, Bowl Licker, Flora the Roman Goddess, Saint Lucia with the candles on her head, and of course, Krampus. Learn about the origins of putting candles in windows, and why we leave a place at the table for our dead loved ones, or leave our beds empty. Plus the history of mistletoe, the traditional red and green colors, and why you should absolutely not answer the door on Christmas Eve if a werewolf is on the other side! Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode: Intro :00 Call in or reach out with your holiday traditions for this time of the year, no matter the holiday, and particularly if it’s different from what we might think of as traditional American holiday activities. What are some of the interesting […]
Patrick's candid interview with the "Queen of the Paranormal" herself, Most Haunted's Yvette Fielding. She's a true pioneer in paranormal television, and she shares her thoughts on everything from how she thinks spirits communicate to SNL's hilarious 2006 parody of Yvette and Most Haunted. She looks back on the traumatizing 30 East Drive episode and a Most Haunted event where guests got stuck in a prison cell. How does the UK’s Most Haunted compare to American paranormal television? Plus, did you know that there are 76 Most Haunted episodes that haven't seen the light of day? Listen to find out why!
Have you heard about the upcoming film, The Haunting in Wicker Park, starring Erin Moriarty (The Boys) and Jamie Campbell Bower (Stranger Things)? It was inspired by the experiences of the Becker family who invited NBC News cameras to film an exorcism in their Chicago home in 1971. Hear what we’ve learned about this new film, and take another listen to Patrick's 2014 interview with Edwin F. Becker, who sadly passed away about a year ago.
Patrick revisits the mysterious story of Pearl Curran, the Saint Louis housewife who between 1913 and 1937, channeled entire books and other works from a spirit known as Patience Worth, and mostly through the Ouija board.
In this fascinating conversation, Lisa M. Gunshore, a multifaceted spiritual guide, shares her remarkable journey. She’s a tantric yogini, quantum coach, psychic medium, and she's had initiations by the Dalai Lama. Lisa discusses her near death experiences, the connection between astrology and tarot, and her favorite paranormal and spiritual tools. She also dives into her nightly lucid and often prophetic dreams, offering tips on dream recall. The episode concludes with a glimpse of her upcoming revised edition of her book, "Enlightenment Pie."
Enjoy this special look back at highlights from two different Halloween episodes from the past -- The Legends, Lore, and Symbols of Halloween, with Special Co-Host Karen A. Dahlman (2014) and Halloween Withdrawal and a LIVE Report from Trick-or-Treating (2019). Plus hear a track from Sam Haynes' new album, Haunted House Party II.
In this interview, Patrick once again welcomes back Karen A. Dahlman, a paranormal researcher, licensed counselor and spirit communicator. The conversation starts with a humorous incident they both shared at the Haunted Castle House in Missouri, highlighting the importance of fun in paranormal investigations. Karen introduces her book, When Cats Had Wings, co-authored with her cat, Jack, who channeled the book's content on and off the Ouija board. The book focuses on the unconditional love between cats and humans, with stunning illustrations by Maaz Farzaan. The discussion also touches on animal communication and lessons learned from various pets. And finally, Karen dispels misconceptions about the Ouija board and stresses the importance of using tools that resonate with one's strengths in paranormal research. Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode: Intro :00 Voicemail Feedback from Kevin! You too can call the hotline at (775) 583-5563. :48 You too can become a Patreon supporter by going to Patreon.com/BigSeance. 1:48 The conversation in this episode was taken from a LIVE broadcast with Patrick and Karen A. Dahlman from last week, on October 19th. Karen A. Dahlman, MA, is an author, paranormal researcher, licensed counselor and spirit communicator. She serves as an officer and director of the […]
In this episode, Patrick reviews a few vintage books on parapsychology and Extra-Sensory Perception (ESP), shares the spooky family stories inspired by a recent mediumship reading, and interviews longtime listener/friend/librarian Susan Davy on why you need to check out Uncanny. Uncanny, produced by Danny Robins, is an incredibly popular podcast/book/TV series from the BBC. Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode: Intro :00 About today’s episode! :51 Inspired by past guest and parapsychologist, Dr. Callum Cooper, Patrick recently read two books on parapsychology, and wanted to share his thoughts. The two books are Parapsychology: The Controversial Science (1991) by Richard S. Broughton, Ph. D. and Extra-Sensory Perception After Sixty Years: A Critical Appraisal of the Research in Extra-Sensory Perception (1940) by J.G. Pratt, J.B. Rhine, Burke M. Smith, and Charles E. Stuart. Next up is the even earlier groundbreaking book, Extra-Sensory Perception (1934) by J.B. Rhine. 1:43 Patrick recently had a mediumship reading from Jen Piwowarski, a listener who is also a budding new medium. This reading inspired some interesting stories that Patrick wanted to share with you. 6:44 The cake stand and a shattered glass: The poltergeist activity that Patrick’s Great Aunt remembers from a time when he was still in the womb. 7:37 A spooky and sad story from Patrick’s Great Grandma’s old […]
The New York Times calls Dr. Raymond Moody the “father of the near-death experience”, or NDE. He has been studying the phenomenon for nearly five decades. Paul Perry is a bestselling author and documentary filmmaker, whose best-known film is Jesus: the Lost Years. Together, Raymond and Paul have co-authored their sixth book together, Proof of Life after Life: 7 Reasons to Believe There Is an Afterlife, which finally has the answer to humanity’s most pressing question: What happens when we die? Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode: Intro :00 Dr. Raymond Moody's bio :47 Paul Perry's bio 2:51 Dr. Moody and Paul Perry have co-authored a new book, Proof of Life after Life: 7 Reasons to Believe There Is an Afterlife. 4:42 The story of the friendship and collaboration between Paul Perry and Raymond Moody, and how it began. 6:38 Amazing stories of music at the time of death. 9:58 “Hyper-vision” – Our failing earthly senses don’t seem to negatively affect the dying experience. 15:02 More on hearing music during a Near Death Experience. 19:15 Dr. Anthony Cicoria was struck by lightning and was suddenly a pianist with an intense fascination with Chopin. 20:56 Some NDE witnesses will hear the music, while others in the same room don’t. 25:45 Shared Death […]
Astrologer Dena DeCastro returns to tell us how we can take advantage of two upcoming October eclipses to benefit our lives. In this interview, we learn that eclipses are not rare. We also learn why an eclipse is such a great device to use in Hollywood. According to Dena, “There is a spooky, supernatural quality to the whole idea of an eclipse. Something is literally being interrupted [in] the natural order, and it’s a moment of pause. And you can look at that and be kind of spooked out, or you can look at it and say, ‘Wow! Isn’t that the coolest thing ever, and I’m going to ride with that energy and do something productive with it.’”
Medium, spiritual teacher, and bestselling author Claire Broad, returns to convince you that the romanticized concept of twin flames or twin souls is NOT what you think they are. It’s just one chapter out of her book, Heaven Sent: Soul Lessons from the Afterlife, but it’s such a huge topic, which sometimes seems to be polarizing in the spiritual community, so we devoted an entire episode to it! Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode: Intro :00 Claire Broad is a medium, spiritual teacher and bestselling author. She gave her first message from the spirit world to a relative at the age of 4 and began developing her ability as a medium from the age of 21. She is accredited as a registered and approved medium with the Institute of Spiritualist Mediums and has built a strong reputation for being deeply spiritually aware, whilst maintaining a down to earth, honest, compassionate approach to her work. Claire resides in Fleet, Hampshire in England. :48 Claire’s new book is called, Heaven Sent: Soul Lessons from the Afterlife. 1:40 Twin Flames. Did your eyes just roll back in your head? Patrick’s did too! But sit back, because if you thought you knew all about […]
New York Times bestselling author Hadley Vlahos, RN is known as @nursehadley to her 1.6 million TikTok followers. She joins Patrick to discuss her book, “The In-Between: Unforgettable Encounters During Life’s Final Moments.” Hear touching stories from hospice, the lessons she’s learned from her patients, the beautiful story of how she obtained a top secret red beans and rice recipe, and the legacy she aspires to be known for.
In this episode we look back at highlights of two great interviews from 2017. Dr. Scott Kolbaba is the author of Physicians’ Untold Stories: Miraculous Experiences Doctors Are Hesitant to Share with Their Patients, or Anyone. Joshua Black is one of the leading academic researchers of dreams and the deceased, as well as a co-host of the Grief Dreams Podcast. Visit BigSeance.com/229 for more info. Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode: Intro :00 Patrick recently discovered the work of Hadley Vlahos (@NurseHadley on TikTok and other social media) and her book, The In-Between: Unforgettable Encounters During Life’s Final Moments. After sharing an image of Nurse Hadley’s book, as well as an essay from Insider.com titled, “I've studied more than 5,000 near death experiences. My research has convinced me without a doubt that there's life after death”, listeners had lots to say and were very interested in the topic! Patrick took the hint and immediately booked Nurse Hadley for an interview, which is coming next week! :48 While waiting for Nurse Hadley’s episode, let’s look look back at highlights from two different related episodes, both from 2017. 2:54 Highlights from episode 106 – Physicians’ Untold Stories with Dr. Scott J. Kolbaba. 4:03 Bio for […]
Andrew and Devin from YourBestHalloweenEver.com are here to kick off their sixth year of helping you with tips, tricks, and treats, so that you can prepare to have Your Best Halloween Ever! Andrew is also the author of Thirteen Tales for Halloween and Thirteen More Tales for Halloween. Other discussion topics include a recent paranormal experience, the haunt industry, the nostalgia of Halloween from our childhood, and looking back at the special memories made at this year’s Midsummer Scream in California. Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode: Intro :00 Patreon Paranerd Parties! If you want to learn more about how to become a Patreon supporter, visit Patreon.com/BigSeance :45 Andrew and Devin are the team behind Your Best Halloween Ever! Andrew is also the author of two books, Thirteen Tales for Halloween and Thirteen More Tales for Halloween. 1:39 Andrew was previously on our Half-O-Ween episode from 2022. 2:55 Andrew and Devin introduce themselves. 4:11 Your Best Halloween Ever really started out as a Halloween lifestyle guide. 5:10 Andrew brings the magical and whimsical. He wants to bring back the magic and cuteness of your childhood. With Devin’s background in the haunt and makeup industries, he wants to haunt your childhood! 6:40 More about Devin’s work in the haunt industry, including a story of working a haunt […]
Adam Berry of the Travel Channel’s Kindred Spirits joins Patrick in the parlor to discuss his brand new book, Goodbye Hello: Processing Grief and Understanding Death Through the Paranormal, which has received praise from psychic medium, Tyler Henry! Other topics include the tragic Upstairs Lounge fire and its place in LGBTQ+ history, haunted honey, the best depressing movies, the reverence of prayer, and an individualized afterlife! Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode: Intro :00 Adam Berry is the executive producer and star of his own paranormal reality television show on the Travel Channel called Kindred Spirits (now in its seventh season). His other TV credits include Reunion in Hell, Haunted Salem: Live, Kindred Spirits: Resurrected, Paranormal Lockdown, Expedition Unknown: Search for the Afterlife, Ghost Hunters, Ghost Hunters Halloween Live, Ghost Hunters Academy, Pickler & Ben, the Anderson Cooper show, and Weekend Today, among others. After growing up in a haunted house and years of study and research, he founded his own paranormal research team with his husband, Ben Berry, in Provincetown, MA, and soon after his hobby became a career. He has traveled the country extensively giving lectures in theaters and at conferences and conventions on paranormal investigation and supernatural phenomena. He is a graduate of the Boston Conservatory. :46 Adam’s book, Goodbye Hello: Processing […]
Dive into the world of paranormal investigation with Tawney Lewis, a distinguished Paranormal Investigator and Intuitive Medium. She has led paranormal investigations at the famous Lily Dale assembly, and can currently be seen in Tubi's Scariest Places in America and the sequel, Scariest Places in the world. With roots in Hollywood, Tawney discusses her unique role as paranormal investigator first and intuitive medium second. From her fascination with Ghost Adventures and Zak Bagans to the hilarious tale involving the grave of Liberace, don't miss out on this conversation with Tawney, whose journey continues to unfold in intriguing new ways. Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode: Intro :00 Did you know the Big Seance Podcast is on Patreon? Visit Patreon.com/bigseance. :57 Tawney Lewis is a highly experienced Paranormal Researcher and Intuitive Medium, known for her extensive list of investigations under her belt, such as the Old Montana State Prison, The Whaley House, and Bracken Fern Manor. In 2021, Tawney had the privilege of co-teaching a course on paranormal research alongside the world-renowned psychic medium and TV personality, Lisa Williams. In August 2022, Tawney received a special invitation to lead a Paranormal Investigation at Lily Dale assembly in New York, where she captivated an […]
Midge Munster's journey is an inspiring tale of embracing one's passions, finding confidence, and creating a life filled with creativity and the spirit of Halloween. From her small vintage YouTube channel to being flown out to New Jersey for the opening of Spirit Halloween's flagship store, Midge has made a career that revolves around home decor, vintage style, and embracing the “campy, kooky, glamorous, and spooky” side of life! This episode delves into Midge's unique style, influenced by vintage and Halloween aesthetics, and how her passion for both was nurtured by her parents. Topics also include Midge's famous Coffin Table, her developing spiritual gifts, and a frightening ghost encounter in Scotland! Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode: Intro :00 Today’s beautiful guest started creating YouTube videos in 2018 as a small vintage channel. Then in 2020, she bravely jumped into what she found was her true passion–Halloween. And it was then that Midge Munster was born, but there’s a lot more to that, and it’s a fascinating story. All of the sudden, Midge found herself being flown out to New Jersey for the opening of Spirit Halloween’s flagship store, and now Halloween is her full-time […]
Patrick catches up with the audience before welcoming back psychic medium Jeffrey Peck! Jeffrey has had exciting changes in his life, including the addition of Something Super Spiritual, his new podcast and YouTube show! This episode's discussion topics include giving readings with a group of mediums, Schumann Resonance, the aura, treating anxiety and depression, long distance readings, staying grounded, Spirits manipulating the physical environment, and Patrick's plans for retirement! Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode: Intro :00 tap tap Is this thing on? Patrick's back! And he's retired now! Here’s an update! :46 The previously recorded LIVE conversation Patrick had with psychic medium, Jeffrey Peck, on July 12, 2023 8:17 Since his last appearance on the show, Jeffrey Peck has released a podcast called, Something Super Spiritual. He’s also been led to taking his content to YouTube! 11:15 Jeffrey has been combining efforts with Kevin Lewis and Travis Holp! Check out this amazing LIVE broadcast where all 3 mediums give viewers readings! 13:47 Jeffrey’s takeaways from giving readings with two or more mediums together. 17:28 The Spiritualist community, Lily Dale, and Inspiration Stump 19:17 Jeffrey put serious thought, time, research, and effort into his podcast, for a whole year, before releasing episode one! 20:30 Notable guests that have appeared on Something […]
Your host, Patrick Keller, has an important conversation with his paranerd family. Other Listening Options Direct Download Link The Big Seance Podcast can be found right here, on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Pandora, Spotify, TuneIn Radio, Stitcher, Amazon Music, and iHeart Radio. Please subscribe and share with a fellow paranerd! Do you have any comments or feedback? Please […]
World renowned psychic and ghost hunter, Echo Bodine, started seeing spirits as a young girl and has been helping to set them free for over 40 years. It is said that she is a part of the world's most psychic family. In her new book, How To Live a Happily Ever Afterlife: Stories of […]
For over twenty years, Amberrose Hammond has been researching the supernatural, weird, and off-beat history of Michigan, and she also has an intense interest in the Spiritualist movement. In this episode, Patrick talks to Amberrose about her most recent book, Mysterious Michigan: The Lonely Ghost of Minnie Quay, the Marvelous Manifestations of Farmer Riley, […]
Along with being Fabulous, psychic medium Leo Brown is a life coach, motivational speaker, and author. The conversation gets real, and includes his foundation and calling, and topics like integrity, Spirit visitations, the talking board, diversity and representation in the paranormal, building community and mending, the “Great Resignation”, and Leo's first love of tarot. […]
Did the Victorians invent ghost hunting? Tim Prasil, author of Certain Nocturnal Disturbances: Ghost Hunting Before the Victorians and the familiar voice of Spectral Edition segments, returns to the Big Seance with the answer! Plus nocturnal surveillance, the legendary story of Athenodorus, centuries of rattling chains, Hinton Ampner, and the purposeless ghost! Other […]
Author, Folk Witch, and paranormal investigator, J. Allen Cross, joins Patrick to discuss his brand new book, The Witch's Guide to the Paranormal: How to Investigate, Communicate, and Clear Spirits. Topics include paranormal work from a distance, common misconceptions that witches have about paranormal investigation, the poltergeist phenomenon, the EVP Ceremony, Clyde the Top […]
The history of witchcraft and witches in American film and television is truly fascinating and goes back to silent films! Patrick has a conversation with writer and journalist, Heather Greene, who wrote the amazing book, Lights, Camera, Witchcraft. Topics include The Craft (1996), the different incarnations of Sabrina the Teenage Witch, Hocus Pocus (1993), […]
Physical and trance medium, Scott Milligan, wants to melt your fear of the Ouija board. In a Facebook LIVE video from July of 2022, Scott persuaded viewers to come to the board at their best and treat the space as a place of peace. He also shared stories of physical phenomena from seances, including […]
Are you as passionate about Hocus Pocus as Ally and Wil of The Black Flame Society Podcast? Join Patrick and listen in as they discuss their favorite moments, characters, meeting cast members, Hocus Pocus tattoos, the magic of getting the opportunity to interview producer and creator David Kirshner, and Halloween nostalgia! Share in the excitement for the release of Hocus Pocus […]
Patrick recently had the amazing opportunity to be a speaker and “paranormal celebrity” for Amy Bruni’s Strange Escapes event at Belvoir Winery/Odd Fellows Home with Adam Berry, Chip Coffey, John Tenney, Aaron Sagers, and Greg Lawson! He also had several fascinating experiences leading 200 attendees in groups through 8 hours of paranormal investigations of […]
Australia's Anne Rzechowicz and Renata Daniel, simply known as “Anne and Renata”, make another return to the Big Seance! This time we discuss their recent haunted international travels, their very popular podcast, True Hauntings, and so many belly laughs! Plus Patrick gives an update on the very cool last minute opportunity he just had […]
Waverly Hills Sanatorium, the enormous Louisville, Kentucky facility built in 1910 to treat patients with tuberculosis, is a mecca for paranormal investigators! It is said that up to 6,000 people died there, and those deceased patients were all likely removed via the infamous, super creepy, 600-foot body chute! Patrick got the chance to join Karen Frazier, Cheryl Knight, and his friends "the Matts", for a private overnight investigation!
Rebecca F. Pittman is the author of Countdown to Murder: Pam Hupp. Ripped from the headlines, this case has spawned multiple podcasts, including Dateline NBC's most-popular podcast to date: The Thing About Pam, which also inspired the NBC mini-series starring Renee Zellweger. Pam Hupp is in prison for the murder of Louis Gumpenberger and […]
Have you ever celebrated Half-O-Ween? What's it all about? Join Patrick in celebrating the halfway point between last Halloween and next Halloween with three of the best Halloween content creators, including Miranda Enzor from Spooky Little Halloween, Chelsea Celaya from Cheers with Chelsea, and Andrew Noles from Your Best Halloween Ever! Plus lots of […]
Susanne Wilson, the Carefree Medium, joins Patrick to discuss her mentors in mediumship and how she was a completely different person who was driven by achievement before her 2007 Near Death Experience dramatically changed her life! Plus she answers Patrick's question on whether it's okay to hang around a bit before crossing into the […]
Listen to the crackling campfire as we enjoy a special sampling of Jim Harold's Campfire, which has been sharing stories told by ordinary people who've had extraordinary experiences for 17 years! Learn why “people not ready yet”, hear about an evil scarecrow, a beautiful and touching story of fate, a time slip by the […]
Philadelphia-based comedian Meg Goetz shares chilling stories of growing up in a haunted house that was built in the 1700s. She's also the host of the Real Chills Podcast, which she credits for helping her to grow more open to ideas in the paranormal. And wait till you find out where her grandma is buried!
K-Town, the host of the popular Mysterious Radio podcast talks with Patrick about conspiracies, mysteries, haunted Knoxville, mediumship, life after death, a new podcast called Paranormal Fears, and Bigfoot! Plus hear the story of the ghost of a former tenant who never left! Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In […]
Parapsychologist and Clinical Therapist Brandon Massullo returns to discuss three different scientific papers he has co-authored involving the research and study of “haunted houses” and paranormal tourism. Plus his view on environmental influences of paranormal experiences vs. the interaction of the person experiencing it. And there’s big news about a paranormal experience Brandon recently had […]
On the road at Troy Taylor’s Dead of Winter event for 2022 at the historic and haunted Mineral Springs Hotel in Alton, Illinois. Interviews of Becky Ray, the author of Kansas City Hauntings, Psychic Medium Julia Ringering, Chris and Kelly from Travelers Moon, Rebecca Williamson from the Cambre House, and Megan and Jamie of Riverbend Paranormal, and Troy Taylor himself! […]
Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of BigSeance.com with this special episode of the podcast! We’ll be looking back at the TOP 10 most popular episodes! Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode: Intro :12 It’s been 10 years since Patrick’s very first blog post at BigSeance.com! “In 2012, my small paranormal investigation team had been out […]
After most recently giving us the whopping “WTF” forecast for the Summer of 2020, our favorite astrologer Dena DeCastro prepares us for what every one of us wants to know – the astrology for 2022! Will the year bring relief? What do the planets have to say about the year ahead? Other topics include “The Great Resignation”, Mercury/Venus/Mars […]
Have you witnessed an armoire levitating and moving a distance of four feet before settling back down? Anthropologist and Psychic Medium Kenneth Joholske has! In this interview, Kenneth tells stories from paranormal investigations, his mediumship, and tales from his summers at Lily Dale, Western New York's historic home for mediumship and spiritual healing since 1879. […]
One of the benefits of being a Patreon supporter of the Big Seance Podcast is getting to attend monthly Patreon Paranerd Parties on Zoom! Whether you're into mediumship, the spirit box, or just fun ghost stories, we hope you'll enjoy this episode full of highlights and Patrick's favorite clips from recent parties! […]
In this special 200th episode, Patrick finally got to talk to UK parapsychologist, Dr. Callum E. Cooper. Topics include Parapsychology as a study and a career, Dr. Cooper’s research and book on Telephone Calls from the Dead, three must-read books, bereavement and recovery, clearing up misinformation on the discovery of EVP, inducing After Death […]
Experiencing Halloween Withdrawal? Not exactly ready to quit celebrating your favorite holiday? Though it's November, enjoy this replay of Dallisa Hocking's Spooky Halloween YouTube Show! Both Patrick and Karen A. Dahlman were asked to be guests on this show, and it was a lot of fun! Thank you, Dallisa of SpiritandSpark.com! […]
Kaleb Higgins purchased a three-story 1889 Second Empire home in Saint Louis. It needed lots of love and many repairs, but has a spectacular mansard roof! It was originally built by Charles S. Brown, who co-owned the Hall and Brown Woodworking Machine Company. Kaleb started The 2nd Empire Strikes Back YouTube channel to document the whole restoration, […]
Jeff C. Carter, author and lover of all things Halloween, returns to the show to once again nerd out about his favorite holiday, but also to show off his brand new book for middle grades and adults, Cold Spell: The Halloween Curse of Winterhill. This coming of age tale is a fun, fast-paced story […]
As a teen, actor and musician Larry Bagby played Ernie (aka “Ice”) in the 1993 Disney film, Hocus Pocus. Since then he’s starred in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, the 2005 film Walk the Line, Saints and Soldiers from 2004, along with other television appearances. Larry shares behind-the-scenes stories from Hocus Pocus, his ongoing friendships […]
Hocus Pocus, the 1993 Disney film starring Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy, is one of America's most popular family films to watch around Halloween. In this delightful interview, creator/writer and producer David Kirshner dishes on the inspiration for the story, behind-the-scenes talk, and what everyone wants to know about the upcoming […]
Psychic readings, distance healing, and life coaching are just some of the things Marla Martenson has added to her life since her last appearance on the show in 2016. Her latest book and memoir, The Magic Seeker, tells of her latest adventure, which which has been the most magical experience of her life. […]
Is a trip to Salem, Massachusetts on your bucket list? What do you know about the Salem Witch Trials? In this solo episode, Patrick shares stories of his vacation to New England, including staying at a beautiful 1784 home in Kennebunkport, Maine, touring the Victoria Mansion in Portland, Maine, and of course, Salem. […]
Author Vincent Higginbotham faced abuse, homelessness, illness, and abandonment. But from the depths of these personal tragedies, a practice emerged, focusing on developing the psychic senses, reading tarot, understanding the elements, and drawing in magic for positive change. It’s all in his first book, How Witchcraft Saved My Life: Practical Advice for Transformative Magick. […]
Back by popular demand, spiritual medium Carole J. Obley returns to discuss her most recent book, “Wisdom from the Spirit World: Life Teachings on Love, Forgiveness, Purpose and Finding Peace”. What are akashic files and soul maps? Plus tips on forgiveness and finding peace, and the touching letter that Carole’s mother left for her at the […]
Mitchell Coombes, Australia's most trusted spiritual medium, returns to discuss his most recent book, Signs from Spirit: Inspiring True Stories from the Afterlife. Topics include spirits communicating through technology, the pain of losing a child, grief, and many stories of signs from the afterlife. Plus, Mitchell has a super awesome vintage crystal ball and […]
Dallisa Hocking is a fifth generation psychic medium in Las Vegas, and CEO of Spirit and Spark®. She shares about the unique energy of Vegas, working with lost loved ones, oracle and tarot cards, and what happens when we die. Dallisa also tells some incredible premonition stories. […]
Patrick sits down with drag queen, comedian, host, writer, and actor, Roz Drezfalez, who is also the host of Ghosted! by Roz Drezfalez. Topics include the Celebrity Ghost Stories series, Roz's favorite guests, the spirit box, and three rounds of everyone's favorite game, EVPs or EVPuhlease! Other Listening Options […]
Remembering my Grandmother Wilma, who I call Bamma. 1936-2021 Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this special episode: Memories of my Bamma :00 A 1985 recording of my Bamma reading a book to my little sister. 3:51 In the summer of 2019 I called my Bamma […]
Valli Maine seems to have the voice of an angel, and since she channels vocal tones, she kind of is! She's a talented artist and musician with her own albums, but life's challenges and a powerful intervention led her to being a sound healer too! She's such a beautiful soul, and with the healing […]
Jeffrey Peck tells the story of his journey of following the guidance of Spirit. After having the rug pulled out from under him, he first found healing through Reiki, then some great mentors in mediumship along with great experiences at the Arthur Findlay College led to his work with connecting clients with their loved […]
How and why has QAnon, the domestic terrorist cult, infected the spiritual and wellness communities? Ash Riley and Brian Smith return for a panel discussion on the topic, as well as hitting on things like prosperity gospel, law of attraction, mental illness, racism, narcissism, grieving, empathy, and apophenia. Plus holding influencers accountable, pulling people […]
Mortellus, who is a Mortician, Necromancer, and High Priestex, joins Patrick to talk about their new book, Do I Have to Wear Black?: Rituals, Customs, and Funerary Etiquette for Modern Pagans. Discussion also includes what you need to do to prepare for your death NOW, misconceptions about embalming, and the fascinating alternatives to traditional […]
Lonnie Scott, host of Weird Web Radio, also studies hypnosis and is a professional hypnotist. In this episode he shares some of his hypnosis success stories, and behind the scenes of his work with Karl Pfeiffer, Connor Randall, and Greg and Dana Newkirk on the hit documentary series, Hellier. […]
Indie film director, Timothy Stevens of Spectrograph Films, returns to the parlor to talk about his upcoming feature, The Ghost Lights! Plus the challenges of filming during a pandemic on a tight budget, the life changing experience of the Marfa Lights in Texas, and the inspiration behind the film. […]
In this episode, Patrick shares part one of a conversation with Lonnie Scott, who is an Occultist, Pagan, Strategic Sorcerer, Chaonimist, and Heathen. He's also the producer and host of Weird Web Radio. What is Heathenry? Listen to find out! Other Listening Options Direct Download Link […]
Have you or a loved one experienced a Near Death Experience (NDE)? We'd love to hear about it! Listen to learn how! Plus highlights from two past episodes where listeners and previous guests from the Big Seance Community shared tips and techniques. Other Listening Options Direct […]
Author J. Allen Cross is a practicing witch of Mexican, Native American, and European descent, who has written a new book, American Brujería: Modern Mexican-American Folk Magic. Besides this exciting upcoming book, other topics include negative entities and agreements, creatures on the Other Side, and using his abilities as a psychic medium to help others. […]
Jeff C. Carter, author of We Bleed Red & Green: 12 Chilling Tales for Christmas, returns to parlor! Is winter even scarier than Halloween? Jeff thinks so! Plus childhood memories of wintertime, Rudolph poop, lots of Santa talk, and the spooky Christmas traditions that you probably haven’t heard of! […]
Lisa M. Gunshore is the Buddhist Biohacker. She's also a psychic medium, channel, functional Ayurveda coach, and author. She shares the two amazing near death experiences that led her to the work she does now. Plus learn about clean food and leading a healthy lifestyle. Other […]
Lisa Morton, Halloween expert and author of Trick or Treat: A History of Halloween, joins Patrick in the parlor to discuss our favorite holiday! Topics include Dennison’s Bogie Books, yard haunts, common misconceptions, bobbing for apples, candy, movies, music, and the question of whether we can save Halloween in 2020! […]
Patrick chose his favorite moments from episodes of Halloween past, going back to 2014. Segments include LIVE moments from Trick or Treating, Sam Haynes, Annie Wilder, Karen A. Dahlman, Lesley Bannatyne, Jim Harold and the Ghost of Karen Carpenter, the 2016 LIVE Halloween Ouija Seance, and the hosts of the Cemetery Confessions podcast. […]
In a love letter to Halloween, Jeff C. Carter wrote 31 fun-sized Halloween tales and compiled them all into one great book, We Bleed Orange and Black. In this seriously funky year, Jeff hopes that it helps to fill a void while also putting you in the Halloween spirit! Discussions also include childhood nostalgia, […]
A month after the senseless killing of George Floyd, and after a medium claimed to channel him with a questionable and insensitive message, Patrick sat down in the parlor to discuss the topic of Spiritual Bypassing with special guests Amber Choisella, Ash Riley, and Brian Smith. What is Spiritual Bypassing? Other topics include speaking […]
We are officially kicking off the Halloween season early this year with Miranda Enzor of the simply amazing Spooky Little Halloween blog! We discuss Halloween parties, playlists, candy, traditions, movies, and how Miranda can help us save Halloween in 2020! Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode Episode Teaser :00 Intro :51 Additional spooky music in […]
Lisa Morton tells the fascinating history of seances in her new book, Calling the Spirits: A History of Seances. Discussion included necromancy, spook shows, Spiritualism, fraudulent mediums, D.D. Home, Helen Duncan, Florence Cook, William Crookes, the American Civil War, spirit rapping, EVP, and of course, plenty of ectoplasm! PLUS, Patrick didn’t miss the opportunity […]
A conversation with Brian Smith, who is a life coach, grief guide, podcast host, and author of Grief 2 Growth: Planted, Not Buried. How to Survive and Thrive After Life’s Greatest Challenges. Brian had long been on a spiritual quest, but after suffering from the loss of his daughter Shayna, who transitioned into spirit five years […]
An upbeat conversation with Kris Meredith, television and radio presenter, host of Sky Channel 680's Psychic Today, and host/producer of the podcast and YouTube show, Keep It Spiritual. Topics include developing mediumship, censorship in broadcasting, pet loss, and reincarnation. Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode Episode Teaser :00 Intro :43 Your […]
Spiritual Mediums Barbara Allin and Karen Jay-Moore have a goal of demystifying mediumship through showing the healing aspects of evidential mediumship and empowering others to get in touch with their intuitive selves. Barbara and Karen have recently been organizing public demonstrations of mediumship online. Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this […]
What in the world is going on, right? Astrologer Dena DeCastro returns to give us a heads up for the Astrology of Summer 2020! Along with answering the WTF question that seems to be on everyone's mind, Dena gives readings to two listeners in this episode! Other Listening Options Direct Download Link […]
Part 2 of Patrick’s exciting recent livestream with author and ouija expert Karen A. Dahlman. Topics include haunted dolls, apparitions, dealing with hard times, intentions and beliefs, PLUS Karen channeled readings for viewers LIVE! Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode This episode of The Big Seance Podcast is sponsored […]
Author and ouija expert Karen A. Dahlman joined Patrick for an exciting livestream on Facebook recently. In Part 1 they discussed the paranormal phenomenon of a large hand print emerging on an arm, paranormal experiences, PLUS Karen channeled readings for viewers LIVE! Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode: This episode […]
Anne Rzechowicz and Renata Daniel of Frightfully Good, return to the podcast to give us all a much needed humor break from the pandemic. They share some of the paranormal experiences from their travels, including experiences with the spirit box, and a night at the Ostrich Inn. And did you know Anne and Renata […]
Do you have a Daily Practice for Communicating with Spirit? Listeners and some of our favorite past guests contribute tips and advice for starting your very own practice! Some of the shared wisdom includes fitness, meditation, incorporating photographs of loved ones, strengthening the physical senses, aromatherapy, remembering your dreams, and prayer. Plus wisdom on getting […]
Angel Medium and co-founder of R.I.S.E. Paranormal, Michael Terzi, joins Patrick in the parlor to discuss his work and mediumship with angels! Plus skepticism, religious connections, empathy in the paranormal, and his wisdom and insights into the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19). Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode Episode Teaser :00 Intro :52 These […]
Your host, Patrick Keller, shares his recent library presentation, which includes some of his favorite EVPs and paranormal experiences. Plus, get your voice in an upcoming episode! Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode This episode of The Big Seance Podcast is sponsored by Nuwati Herbals – “Herbal Remedies from Mother […]
DeAnna Simpson and author Joni Mayhan join Patrick to discuss their new book, The Hanover Haunting: The DeAnna Simpson Story. The true story, which takes place in a home made popular by an episode of the Travel Channel's The Dead Files, chronicles 12 years of frightening paranormal activity. Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this […]
In this episode, Patrick discusses the documentary series Hellier from Planet Weird, season 4 of Travel Channel's Kindred Spirits, Shannon Taggart's photography book Séance and more! Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode: This episode of The Big Seance Podcast is sponsored by Nuwati Herbals – “Herbal Remedies from Mother Earth.” Visit NuwatiHerbals.com and use the code BIGSEANCE to […]
A haunted weekend full of spirit communication experiments with Patrick and Karen A. Dahlman for Part Two of a special road trip to the Haunted Castle House in Brumley, Missouri. Experiments include the Estes Method, spirit box, Ouija, and the SLS camera. Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode: This […]
Join Patrick and Karen A. Dahlman for part one of a special haunted road trip weekend to the Haunted Castle House in Brumley, Missouri. The owners share their experiences, and the journey that led them to buying a haunted house. Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode: Episode Teaser :00 Intro 1:06 What you’re […]
Author, Hypnotherapist, and former Victoria's Secret model, Kimberly Friedmutter describes what it's like to be hypnotized, and the benefits of hypnotherapy. Plus her former life as a dinosaur, and her book, Subconscious Power: Use Your Inner Mind to Create the Life You’ve Always Wanted. Other […]
Looking back on the 1938 War of the Worlds radio drama broadcast by The Mercury Theatre on the Air, which was directed and narrated by Orson Welles as an adaptation of H.G. Wells's novel from 1898. It was broadcast over the CBS radio network and caused panic all over the country! […]
It's another episode packed with feedback, thoughts, and questions from listeners of the show. Topics include the Missouri Meteor, Life After Death, Past Life Regression, John Oliver's rant on psychic mediums, plus paranormal experiences and ghost stories! Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode: This episode of The […]
For years Patrick has wanted to interview psychic medium, author, researcher, and television personality Michelle Belanger. Discussion includes topics from her books, The Ghost Hunter's Survival Guide, Psychic Dreamwalking, and much more! Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode: Episode Teaser :00 Intro :42 Patrick has wanted to interview Michelle Belanger for years! 1:24 […]
Scott L. and Amber co-host the Ghostly Talk Podcast, which has archives that go all the way back to 2002. They stopped by the parlor to dish on all things paranormal, including psychics and mediums, life on the Other Side, paranormal burnout, and a good honest look at the state of the paranormal community […]
Author and paranormal investigator, Richard Estep, returns to talk about his chilling brand new book, The Horrors of Fox Hollow Farm: Unraveling the History & Hauntings of a Serial Killer’s Home. Fox Hollow Farm is the beautiful Indiana home, complete with indoor pool, where Herb Baumeister allegedly murdered numerous men from the gay community […]
Author and spiritual medium, Claire Broad, returns to discuss her new book, What the Dead are Dying to Teach Us: Lessons Learned from the Afterlife. Topics include Reincarnation, Rising Up Above Fear, Nobody Dies Alone, and more! Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode: This episode of The Big Seance Podcast […]
Slade Roberson, professional intuitive, author, and host of the Shift Your Spirits Podcast, returns to the parlor. In Part 1 he shares tales of living in a haunted house growing up. In Part 2 he offers intuitive counseling to a listener, a clinical counselor, with questions about intuition and trauma. Other Listening Options […]
Barb Huyser, founder of Small Town Ghosts has been investigating the paranormal since she was a graduate student in 1977. She and her team approach crossover work with something she calls paranormal social work. In this episode you'll hear about the haunting of “Rhoda's House” in one of the greatest stories ever told on the podcast. […]
After a paranormal weekend at the Haunted America Conference, Karen A. Dahlman joins Patrick for an overnight Ouija session and a creepy exploration through the dark corridors of the haunted Lemp Mansion in Saint Louis, Missouri. Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode: Episode Teaser :00 Intro 1:11 We have new listeners! Welcome! […]
What really happened during the Enfield Poltergeist investigation conducted by Maurice Grosse and Guy Lyon Playfair from 1977 to 1978? Were the voices from Janet Hodgeson real? Just how much was Ed and Lorraine Warren involved? And was the case anything like the Conjuring 2 film portrayed it? Dr. Melvyn Willin digitized the tapes that haven’t been heard […]
Sandra Champlain, author and host of We Don't Die Radio, shares her journey from the fear of dying to a passion for sharing the news that we all survive death. Plus amazing stories of seances and physical mediumship! Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode: Episode Teaser :00 Intro 1:08 Sandra Champlain’s Bio 1:50 […]
August Goforth is a licensed psychotherapist and spirit medium. He shares the dialogues between co-author and late partner, Timothy Gray, along with a multitude of spirit beings, from the book The Risen: Dialogues of Love, Grief & Survival Beyond Death. Other Listening Options Direct Download Link In this episode: This episode of […]
Former guests and listeners of the show share their tips and techniques for clearing a space of funky energy or removing unwanted spirit visitors. Other Android Options Listen in Spotify Listen in Stitcher Listen in iHeart Radio Direct Download Link In this episode: Intro :00 Is there one correct way to clear or cleanse a […]
After the 2016 Presidential Election in the US, Michael M. Hughes created a spell to bind Donald Trump. Witches and magic practitioners jumped on board, the mass media took notice, and it went viral internationally. Michael has a new book, “Magic for the Resistance: Rituals and Spells for Change.” Other Android Options Listen […]
Lacey Reinhardt is the owner and operator of Haunted STL Tours and the Host of the American Spirits Podcast. Patrick and Lacey discuss paranormal tourism, ethics and cultural sensitivity in the paranormal field, “ghost hunter” stereotypes, and so many delicious tangents! Other Android Options Listen in Spotify Listen in Stitcher Listen in iHeart Radio […]
Listeners respond to episode 137 where Patrick discusses comedian John Oliver's rant on psychic mediums. Our most recent guest, International Spiritual Medium Barrie John responds as well. Plus the debut appearance of Dajon, our new 8-year-old book reviewer, on assignment with a review of the new series, Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol. Other Android Options Listen in Spotify Listen […]
A conversation with International Spiritual Medium, Barrie John, on topics such as the Ouija board, his supportive upbringing, the loss of beloved pets, the use of cards in mediumship, his work with trance and physical mediumship, health of the mind body and spirit, contacting deceased loved ones, and dealing with attachments, among other topics. […]
English comedian and political commentator John Oliver recently went on a skeptic rant about psychic mediums in his HBO series, Last Week Tonight. Are psychics offended? Were you offended? Should we be? Does he have valid points? I'd love to know your thoughts. Other Android Options Listen in Spotify Listen in Stitcher Listen […]
Patrick takes you on a road trip to Troy Taylor’s Dead of Winter Festival for 2019. Interviews of Sarah Hyatt, Corey Schjoth, and Jason Haxton, author of The Dibbuk Box which inspired the 2012 film, The Possession. Also, the LIVE recording of an episode of the American Hauntings Podcast! Other Android Options […]
A fascinating discussion with Richard Estep on paranormal experiences and hauntings from hospital hallways, operating rooms, and ambulance rides. You'll hear some great bonus discussions on haunted schools, the fear of death, and why staircases fascinate us! Other Android Options Listen in Spotify Listen in Stitcher Listen in iHeart Radio Direct Download Link In […]
In this special listener feedback episode, Patrick digs into listener emails, Apple Podcast reviews, PLUS discussion on past lives and reincarnation with Simon Bown and Claire Broad, and your 2019 astrological forecast with Dena DeCastro!
A fun conversation with Amber Choisella, who is a psychic medium, therapist, and a spiritual development mentor. Hear the childhood experiences that led to her understanding the benefits of counseling. Get ready to “Blossom and Rise.” Other Android Options Listen in Spotify Listen in Stitcher Listen in iHeart Radio Direct Download Link In this episode: […]
Where are the straight men in the metaphysical and spiritual communities? Previous guests Ash Riley of InMySacredSpace.com and Slade Roberson of the Shift Your Spirits Podcast join Patrick in a roundtable (ahem – triangle table) discussion of a rarely approached topic! Other Android Options Listen in Spotify Listen in Stitcher Listen […]
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to get a medical intuitive reading? If so, this episode is for you! Patrick shares the audio of his mother's reading by previous guest and medical intuitive, Terry Andersen. Other Android Options Listen in Spotify Listen in Stitcher Listen in iHeart Radio Direct Download Link In this […]
True crime and the paranormal are our topics in this episode, as Patrick sits down with Leslie and Kat, co-hosts of the brand new Living Dead Girls Podcast! We also discuss how spooky and creeptastic Buffalo, New York is, the murderino community and its role in unsolved murders, the haunting in Connecticut, and more! […]
A traumatic experience in 1986 changed psychic medium and medical intuitive Terry Andersen‘s life forever! She shares wisdom on medical intuition, positive precognition, remote viewing, time travel, and her passion for training and education! Other Android Options Listen in Spotify Listen in Stitcher Listen in iHeart Radio Direct Download Link In this […]
Venus Retrograde is coming! Astrologer Dena DeCastro says it's time to turn inward for answers, and to reflect on things like the relationships, values, finances, and pleasures in your life. Find out what this means for you and the planet collectively. Other Android Options Listen in Spotify Listen in Stitcher Listen in iHeart Radio Direct […]
Can you learn the skill of precognition? Dr. Julia Mossbridge and Theresa Cheung say the answer is yes, and being a “positive precog” can benefit your daily life. Plus what does the afterlife have to do with vegetable soup? Listen to find out! Other Android Options Listen in Spotify Listen in Stitcher Listen […]
In this episode, Patrick takes you on a field trip through his paranormal and metaphysical library, plus he leaves you with a whopping list of the 20 Paranormal and Metaphysical Books that are fit for any paranerd! Other Android Options Listen in Spotify Listen in Stitcher Listen in iHeart Radio Direct Download Link […]
Slade Roberson is a professional intuitive counselor, author, and producer & host of the Shift Your Spirits Podcast. He joins Patrick in the parlor to discuss his origin story, reconnecting with spirituality, the fantastic titles from his archives, his thoughts on spirit guides, and the 2-part Stranger Angels podcast episodes that you MUST check out! […]
Psychic Medium Kristy Robinett returns to the parlor to share experiences and stories from her new book, Journey to the Afterlife: Comforting Messages & Lessons from Loved Ones in Spirit. We talk about Heaven, Hell, and everything in between! Other Android Options Listen in Spotify Listen in Stitcher Listen in iHeart Radio Direct Download Link […]
Patrick's coverage of the 2018 Haunted America Conference! Appearances by the band Sunspot and the See You On the Other Side Podcast, Troy Taylor, Lisa Taylor-Horton, Cody Beck and the American Hauntings Podcast, Jennifer Jones and The Dead History, the Missouri State Penitentiary, Sarah Soderlund, Luke Naliborski, Rob Garcia and the 1858 Garnett House Hotel, Sherri Brake and Haunted […]
Patrick travels one day into the future to talk to Australia's Anne Rzechowicz and Renata Daniel about ghost tours, seances, table tipping, gadgets, and some of the hottest paranormal spots in Australia, including the Maitland Gaol and Q Station, Manly! Listen in Spotify Listen in Google Play Music Listen in Stitcher Listen in […]
UK platform medium, Marion Hover, returns to the parlor to give us an update on some exciting changes in her paranormal world since we last talked. Hear of visiting spirit children, being pushed to the floor by unseen hands, and learn why being a medium is both a blessing and a curse. Listen […]
Author and Paranormal Investigator, Joni Mayhan, shares what it's like to grow up as a sensitive, and her favorite stories from her Haunted New Harmony Ghost Walk and Investigations! Plus hear four great EVP samples from Joni's collection! Listen in Spotify Listen in Google Play Music Listen in Stitcher Listen in iHeart Radio […]
In this special listener feedback episode, Patrick shares and discusses Apple Podcast reviews, listener emails, Big Seance Parlor happenings, PLUS we get to catch up with Ouija expert Karen A. Dahlman! Listen in Spotify Listen in Google Play Music Listen in Stitcher Listen in iHeart Radio Direct Download Link In this episode: Intro :00 Some […]
Sara Wiseman returns to the parlor to talk about her brand new book, Messages from the Divine: Wisdom for the Seeker's Soul. And you won't want to miss the sequel to Sara's bat story, “The Lady with the Green Purse.” Listen in Spotify Listen in Google Play Music Listen in Stitcher Listen in […]
Marty Rosenblatt organizes Intuitive Investing and Applied Intuition Workshops teaching Associative Remote Viewing (ARV) for predicting future event-outcomes, and he’s the President and COO of the Applied Precognition Project (APP). Learn what souls, telepathy and precognition have in common, and why “Consciousness is Fundamental.” Listen in Spotify Listen in Google Play Music Listen in […]
Coverage of Patrick’s road trip and overnight stay at the haunted Odd Fellows Home Orphanage, now known as Belvoir Winery! Plus an in-person interview from the The 1900 Room of Belvoir, with owner Jesse Leimkuehler, who shares some of the history and hauntings, and isn’t afraid to dish about the behind the scenes secrets […]
Patrick sits down with Australia's favorite psychic medium, Mitchell Coombes, about his book Sensing Spirit, and what it's like to receive messages from the Other Side! Listen in Spotify Listen in Google Play Music Listen in Stitcher Listen in iHeart Radio Direct Download Link In this episode: Episode Teaser :00 Intro 1:35 What do […]
Corey Schjoth of Phantasmagoria Photography shares his passion for historic and haunted landscapes, as well as his inspiration, infrared photography, and his favorite locations! Be sure to check the show notes at BigSeance.com for photos that are discussed in this episode. Listen in Spotify Listen in Google Play Music Listen in Stitcher Listen in iHeart Radio […]
What is a ghost? And what causes a haunting? Parapsychologist Brandon Massullo shares theories and perspectives from his new book, The Ghost Studies. Plus a discussion of Resonance, EMF, and Environmental Sensitivity! Listen in Spotify Listen in Google Play Music Listen in Stitcher Listen in iHeart Radio Direct Download Link In this episode: Episode […]
Astrologer Dena DeCastro returns to give us a forecast of what's ahead for 2018. Is synchronicity behind the sex scandals and other developing scandals and stories around the world? And two listeners receive their own readings! Listen in Apple Podcasts! Listen in Spotify Listen in Google Play Music Listen in Stitcher Listen in […]
A familiar voice returns to the show! Tim Prasil shares more ghost reports from the project that is now the book, Spectral Edition: Ghost Reports from U.S. Newspapers, 1865-1917. Listen in Apple Podcasts! Listen in Spotify Listen in Google Play Music Listen in Stitcher Listen in iHeart Radio Direct Download Link In this episode: […]
Joshua Black, one of the leading academic researchers of dreams and the deceased, talks to Patrick about grief dreams, including the categories of visitations and precognition. Listen in Apple Podcasts! Listen in Spotify Listen in Google Play Music Listen in Stitcher Listen in iHeart Radio Direct Download Link In this episode: Episode Teaser :00 Intro :38 […]
An interview with Annie Mattingley on her book, The After Death Chronicles: True Stories of Comfort, Guidance and Wisdom from Beyond the Veil. Even after the devastating loss of Annie's daughter, she continues to communicate with her from the Other Side. Listen in Apple Podcasts! Listen in Google Play Music Listen in Stitcher Listen in iHeart […]
Are you suffering from Halloween Withdrawal? This episode, with a LIVE report from Trick-or-Treating and a special Faust family interview, will keep you engrossed in the holiday for just a bit longer before it's gone for another year! Listen in Apple Podcasts! Listen in Google Play Music Listen in Stitcher Listen in iHeart […]
Theresa Cheung and “the honest medium”, Claire Broad, return to the parlor, this time to discuss the brand new book they've co-authored, titled Answers from Heaven: Incredible True Stories of Heavenly Encounters and the Afterlife. This episode will make you smile and giggle! Listen in Apple Podcasts! Listen in Google Play Music Listen in Stitcher Listen […]
Dr. Scott J. Kolbaba shares wisdom and stories from his book, Physicians' Untold Stories: Miraculous Experiences Doctors Are Hesitant to Share with Their Patients, or Anyone! Listen in Apple Podcasts! Listen in Google Play Music Listen in Stitcher Listen in iHeart Radio Direct Download Link In this episode: Episode Teaser :00 Intro :46 Patrick has […]
Joining Patrick in the parlor this week is Dominic Parker, the creator of the Am I Psychic? mobile app that’s bringing parapsychology into the 21st Century! It’s a legitimate psychological study that users can participate in while playing! Plus random number generators, and parapsychology as a study! Listen in Apple Podcasts! Listen in Google […]
In this BONUS episode, Patrick shares the deliciously spooky dream that he woke up to on October 1st. It involves a haunted mansion and a possessed, driverless car! Happy October! Listen in Apple Podcasts! Listen in Google Play Music Listen in Stitcher Listen in iHeart Radio Direct Download Link Additional music in this […]
What is an energy healer? And are chakras real? Psychic medium and author, Karen Frazier, shares wisdom from her brand new book, Higher Vibes Toolbox: Vibrational Healing for an Empowered Life. Listen in Apple Podcasts! Listen in Google Play Music Listen in Stitcher Listen in iHeart Radio Direct Download Link In this episode: Episode […]
Clairvoyant medium, Travis Sanders, sits down with Patrick for a conversation about psychic kids, Spiritualism, and support for today's young people. Plus his book, I Am Psychic, So Are You!: A Clairvoyant Handbook. Listen in Apple Podcasts! Listen in Google Play Music Listen in Stitcher Listen in iHeart Radio Direct Download Link In this episode: […]
Join Patrick as we look back on over 3 years and 100 episodes of The Big Seance Podcast. Plus bloopers, funny moments, and the top 6 all-time most popular episodes. Listen in Apple Podcasts! Listen in Google Play Music Listen in Stitcher Listen in iHeart Radio Direct Download Link In this episode: (more […]
Grant Wilson of Syfy's Ghost Hunters joins Patrick to discuss the TAPS influence on the world and the paranormal community. Join us for a very special 100th episode! Listen in Apple Podcasts! Listen in Google Play Music Listen in Stitcher Listen in iHeart Radio Direct Download Link In this episode: Episode Teaser :00 Intro 1:15 Grant […]
A candid conversation with author, paranormal investigator, and Spiritualist minister, Tim Shaw. Hear about everything from his fascinating childhood experiences at Lily Dale, to his research into the C2D1 Haunting! Listen in Apple Podcasts! Listen in Google Play Music Listen in Stitcher Listen in iHeart Radio Direct Download Link In this episode: Episode […]
Andrea Perron, author and eldest daughter from the family depicted in the 2013 film, The Conjuring, shares her terrifying yet beautiful true story. Plus her beautiful trilogy, the truth about Bathsheba, responding to critics, and future films in the works! Get to this episode in Apple Podcasts! Get to this episode in Google Play […]
Diane and Denise of the History Goes Bump Podcast returns! Have they grown in their openness to tempt the spirits since their last visit? Are they having paranormal experiences? What have they been up to? And where are they going next? Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link In this episode: […]
Patrick's coverage of the 2017 Haunted America Conference in Alton, Illinois. Appearances by April Slaughter, Adam Drendel, Robb Demarest, Traveling Museum of the Paranormal and the Occult, Sarah Soderlund, Rosemary Ellen Guiley, and the History Goes Bump Podcast! Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link In this episode: Episode Teaser :00 Intro :20 On our […]
Author Crystal Hope Reed discusses the many challenges that one might deal with when learning to live with a developing psychic, plus her book, How to Live with a Psychic: Your Guide for Maintaining a Happy Relationship when Someone You Love Gets Weird, which may be one of the only books written from this […]
Patrick sits down for a chat with old friend and Intuitive Personal Development Mentor, Ashley Riley, on Dreams, Dream Interpretation, and her other work at InMySacredSpace.com. Plus, she interprets a fascinating dream for a listener! Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link Pssst… Want to leave voice feedback? Use the SpeakPipe Link! […]
Award winning journalist and author, Jenniffer Weigel, shares stories from her book, Psychics, Healers, and Mediums: A Journalist, a Road Trip, and Voices from the Other Side. Plus, was Patrick contacted by Whitney Houston? Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link Pssst… Want to leave voice feedback? Use the SpeakPipe Link! In […]
Join Patrick as author Troy Taylor takes us back to the rise of Spiritualism, and a discussion on what influenced our current paranormal and ghost hunting culture. Plus, what can we look forward to seeing at the 2017 Haunted America Conference? Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link Pssst… Want to […]
Part TWO of a conversation with self-proclaimed personal, business, and spiritual alchemist, Danielle M. Holdman. She’s also the host of The Coaching Parlour Podcast. Hear tips on connecting with spirit guides, and a message from Danielle's own guides, with assistance from oracle and tarot cards. Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download […]
Part ONE of a conversation with self-proclaimed personal, business, and spiritual alchemist, Danielle M. Holdman. She's also the host of The Coaching Parlour Podcast. We talk spirit guides, ancestors, and bridging the gap between the practical and the spiritual. Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link Pssst… Want to leave voice […]
Researcher and photojournalist, Shannon Taggart, shares stories from her 16 years of photographing Spiritualism for a project called SÉANCE: Spiritualist Ritual and the Search for Ectoplasm. Check out Shannon's work as you listen – SÉANCE: Spiritualist Ritual and the Search for Ectoplasm Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link Pssst… Want to […]
Patrick chats in the parlor with Katie Webb and Ty Gowen from Haunt ME, the paranormal web series. Get a sneak peek at Season 4, which drops on May 1st! Plus, hear about the use of tarot and altars in paranormal investigations, and some of the haunts from the great state of Maine! […]
Do you collect crystals? Do you really know about the power of each stone? Do you keep them under your pillow? Patrick has a nerdy conversation with Nicholas Pearson, author of The Seven Archetypal Stones: Their Spiritual Powers and Teachings. Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link In this episode: Voice […]
An interview with Karl Pfeiffer, the multitalented photographer, novelist, and ghost hunter. We cover his time on Syfy's Ghost Hunters Academy, as well as his thoughts on paranormal TV. We bravely tackle the polarizing topic of orbs! Plus his experiences from leading ghost tours at the Stanley Hotel, and the inspiration for his photography! […]
Psychic Medium Chip Coffey tells it like it is! Plus, waiting 9 years for a sign from his mother from the Afterlife, Psychic Kids, Paranormal State, disbelievers, communicating with celebrities, and why he is NOT Saint Chip of Georgia! Pssst… Want to leave voice feedback? Use the SpeakPipe Link! Get to this episode in […]
Uri Geller, one of the world's most investigated and celebrated mystifiers, in his first interview since the release of secret CIA “Stargate Project” documents which detail and report on the experiments involving his supernatural abilities. Plus being a spy, and his friendship with Michael Jackson. Pssst… Want to leave voice feedback? Use the SpeakPipe […]
What happens when we die? What does Christianity get wrong, and what happens when we only look at the words of Jesus? Patrick sits down in the Big Seance parlor with author and afterlife expert, Roberta Grimes. Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link Pssst… Want to leave voice feedback? Use […]
The interesting and funny search terms that brought people to The Big Seance in 2016, how to keep the paranormal alive in the middle of winter, PLUS a haunting in Room 144! Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link Pssst… Want to leave voice feedback? Use the SpeakPipe Link! In this episode: […]
A fun conversation with Greg Newkirk and Dana Matthews, the weirdos behind Planet Weird, Week in Weird, and the Traveling Museum of the Paranormal & the Occult. Lots of talk about haunted objects and even Bigfoot! Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link Pssst… Want to leave voice feedback? Use the SpeakPipe […]
Parapsychologist, Loyd Auerbach, discusses the study of parapsychology, evaluating mediums using science, paranormal literature, and the Forever Family Association. Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link Pssst… Want to leave voice feedback? Use the SpeakPipe Link! In this episode: Episode Preview :00 Intro 1:31 Some Thank Yous! 2:05 Mr. Loyd Auerbach’s bio! […]
Experience the beautiful energy and wisdom of Theresa Cheung as she shares evidence that we are all spiritual beings having a spiritual experience, plus science, religion, and doubt!
Join Patrick Keller as Ouija expert, Karen A. Dahlman, guides you through a Halloween seance! Many listener questions were answered, and as always, the energy was beautiful and incredibly positive! Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link Pssst… Want to leave voice feedback? Use the SpeakPipe Link! In this episode: Episode Preview […]
I am so very excited to finally share this year's 2016 Halloween Seance with my guests, Ouija expert Karen Dahlman, and her board partner, Rodney! I want to thank those listeners who submitted questions for the seance weeks ago, and also thank them for their patience in waiting so long to see the response. We […]
Jim Harold, host of The Paranormal Podcast, on the inspiration to create and produce his popular Jim Harold's Campfire podcast, and a sneak peek at a few of the stories from his recently released book, True Ghost Stories: Jim Harold's Campfire Volume 5! Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link […]
Amy Bruni and Adam Berry, America's favorite TV Ghost Hunters, talk with Patrick Keller about their new project, Kindred Spirits on TLC. Plus their favorite paranormal tools, what makes them nerds, and putting a conspiracy theory to rest! Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link Pssst… Want to leave voice feedback? […]
Chuck Gotski, psychic medium, paranormal investigator, and co-host of Paranormal Underground Radio: In the Dark, shares his experiences with investigating the paranormal, and his recent journey of mediumship. Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link Pssst… Want to leave voice feedback? Use the SpeakPipe Link! In this episode: Episode Preview :00 […]
Patrick Keller's presentation from Troy Taylor's American Hauntings Fall Festival, Becoming a Paranerd: A Brief Tour Through My Paranormal World. Plus 15 Reasons to Befriend a Paranormal Nerd Today! Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link Pssst… Want to leave voice feedback? Use the SpeakPipe Link! In this episode: Intro :00 […]
Patrick has a candid conversation with psychic medium Chris Medina on his mediumship, touring the country, some of his most memorable readings, and why he carries sage with him everywhere he goes! Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link Pssst… Want to leave voice feedback? Use the SpeakPipe Link! In this […]
Check out Patrick's report from the Kansas City Paranormal Conference 2016, with interviews from 2 Guys in the Know, David Glidden, Brandon Callahan, Dusk 2 Dawn Paranormal, Josh Heard, and Frank J. Bennett. Plus, The Bells of St. Michael's. Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link Pssst… Want to leave voice […]
Marla Martenson, a professional matchmaker, embarked on a spiritual journey to enlightenment, and it all started with a Buddha statue. Plus, have you ever been beaten by bamboo? (On purpose?!) Marla has! Plenty of Ouija discussion in this episode as well. Pssst… Want to leave voice feedback? Use the SpeakPipe Link! Get to this […]
April Claxton is not your typical psychic medium. Learn about her journey, her spirit posse, reaching people on Facebook, addiction, what we experience on the Other Side, and a message to all psychic mediums! Pssst… Want to leave voice feedback? Use the SpeakPipe Link! Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link In […]
Tim Stevens fills us in on the inspiration behind his Southern Gothic Horror film, The Resurrectionist. Go behind the scenes of the movie's production and learn how you can support the art of independent film! Pssst… Want to leave voice feedback? Use the SpeakPipe Link! Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link […]
Jason Kupzyk, co-host of The Ectoplasm Show and founder of both the Mid-Continent Paranormal Research Society (MCPRS) and Kansas City Paracon, shares details about the topics, speakers, and what to expect at this year's conference! Pssst… Want to leave voice feedback? Use the SpeakPipe Link! Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link […]
Coverage of the gathering of America's original paranormal community: Troy Taylor's Haunted America Conference 2016 in Alton, Illinois. Hear from Sherri Brake, Greg Newkirk, Barb Huyser, Kari Bergen, Steve Litteral, Keith Age, and History Goes Bump! Pssst… Want to leave voice feedback? Use the SpeakPipe Link! Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download […]
It was such an honor to be nominated for the People's Choice Podcast Awards. As someone who has followed the awards for a few years, it was a rush to see and hear “The Big Séance Podcast” on the slate of nominations. But how did I even get nominated? I bugged the heck out of you […]
Are you able to read in your dreams? What does it mean? And is it paranormal? Patrick discusses the most popular blog post at BigSeance.com going back to 2012, including reader contributions and comments. Pssst… Want to leave voice feedback? Use the SpeakPipe Link! Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link In […]
What's in store for your summer and beyond? Dena DeCastro shares wisdom on Mars Retrograde, the Summer Solstice, the Saturn-Neptune Square, and the upcoming New and Full Moons! Also, Tim Prasil and Something Other than a Ghost. PLUS! Jason Hawes says no more Ghost Hunters on Syfy?! Pssst… Want to leave voice feedback? […]
Rosemary Ellen Guiley, leading expert in the paranormal and metaphysical field, shares her latest research on the Ouija, paranormal research, and why we need to know about the Djinn. Pssst… Want to leave voice feedback? Use the SpeakPipe Link! Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link In this episode: Episode Preview :00 […]
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zQjQ67_rgS8?rel=0] PodcastAwards.com #pca16 As you may know, thanks to many of you, we have found our way onto the final slate of nominees for the Science and Medicine category of the People’s Choice Podcast Awards! It is such an honor to even be on that list! And I’m guessing you know that now it's […]
Karen Frazier, her passion for writing, her mediumship abilities, her journey to health, and behind-the-scenes stories from her show, Paranormal Underground Radio In the Dark. Pssst… Want to leave voice feedback? Use the SpeakPipe Link! Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link Karen Frazier is the author of five paranormal/metaphysical books: Avalanche of […]
Yosiell Lorenzo transports us to a place where we witness the darker elements of the human condition and the mysteries of the supernatural world. Pssst… Want to leave voice feedback? Use the SpeakPipe Link! Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link In this episode: Episode Preview :00 Intro 1:40 […]
Has Mars Retrograde affected your productivity and inspiration? It has affected this podcaster this week! We talk to Dena DeCastro about the astrological side effects. Also, Tim Prasil tells the extra special story of A Failed Ghost Hunt. Pssst… Want to leave voice feedback? Use the SpeakPipe Link! Get to this episode in iTunes! […]
What do Johnny Carson, my Bampa, and a peanut butter and mayonnaise sandwich have in common? Nostalgia. And can nostalgia be paranormal? Plus news about the brand new Big Séance Podcast #Paranerd Store! Visit BigSeance.com for more info! Pssst… Want to leave voice feedback? Use the SpeakPipe Link! Get to this episode in iTunes! […]
Troy Taylor shares his journey from writing the first of 118 books in 1993 to his successful Haunted America Tours and the upcoming 20th Anniversary Haunted America Conference on June 24th - 25th 2016!
Do you meditate? If so, do you struggle with things like focus, finding the time, or falling asleep? Are you interested in learning how to meditate? Morgan Dix of AboutMeditation.com and the OneMind Meditation Podcast shares some of his experiences and offers tips! Pssst… Want to leave voice feedback? Use the SpeakPipe Link! Get […]
Highlights from our LIVE Ouija Session (2/26/16) with Karen A. Dahlman. Ever wonder how it works? Be a fly on the wall as the mystery of the Ouija board happens! Questions were asked by an interactive audience, and answers were given! Are my loved ones at peace? Did they suffer? Should I write that book? […]
Were Ed and Lorraine Warren involved in the Enfield Poltergeist case that is featured in the upcoming Conjuring 2 movie? What are the facts? My conversation with Guy Lyon Playfair, the man responsible for probably everything you know about the case! You'll also hear about his current research with twins and telepathy! Pssst… Want […]
Did you miss our LIVE Ouija Session with Karen A. Dahlman last week? Well don't be sad, because you can watch all 2 hours and 18 minutes of it below! It was truly an amazing experience, and the collective energy from the session left me with quite a ouija hangover the next day. I talked […]
Lana and John of Carbon Lilies join me to discuss the questions many have brought up about the upcoming Conjuring 2 movie and whether Ed and Lorraine Warren were ever really involved in the case. Pssst… Are you looking for the SpeakPipe Link? Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link In this episode: […]
I am excited to announce and invite you to another special LIVE video episode of The Big Séance Podcast! This time Karen A. Dahlman conducts a rare LIVE Ouija session! You can watch it in the YouTube video below, or simply go to BigSeance.com/LIVE. If you're a member of the Google+ community you can watch, interact, and ask […]
In this solo episode, I discuss the upcoming Conjuring 2 movie, the Enfield Poltergeist, life in St. Louis in 1875, and the Spiritualist Movement. Plus, Tim Prasil shares the haunting report of a 10-Foot Ghost! Pssst… Are you looking for the SpeakPipe Link? Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link In this […]
Astrologer Dena DeCastro clears up some of the misconceptions of astrology and talks Year Ahead Forecasts, including what's written in the stars for all of us. Listen in as Dena delivers some powerful personal forecasts for both the host and a special listener! PLUS, information on this crazy Mercury Retrograde, the Saturn Neptune Square, and […]
Greetings, Paranerds! Recently Mr. Harry Duran, host of Podcast Junkies, invited me on his show. I am thrilled to announce that this week our conversation went live! Since it is truly one of my favorite podcasts, this was a big moment for me. I had NO idea we would go down so many nerdy roads. […]
Psychic Angela Thomas makes a return appearance to give us her predictions for the world for 2016, as well as a look back on her predictions for 2015. Find out why you really need to be saving money. Plus, you KNOW you want to know what kind of nerd Angela is! Pssst… Are you […]
What has been your favorite Big Séance Podcast episode so far? What do you think is the most popular episode? Plus, the interesting and hilarious search terms that bring people to BigSeance.com. Also learn to most popular blog posts were, the all-time biggest commenters, some listener feedback, my goals for 2016, and the latest audio issue of […]
Do you have a favorite episode of the podcast? What's your guess on which episodes have been the most popular? Which ones are the most memorable? Do you have a favorite guest? Is there a particular book that has been highlighted that you just really love? And what about blog posts going all the way […]
Are trapped ghosts inside the Milton Schoolhouse? Are there mysterious spirits, unrelated to the legend, that call the Milton home? Or perhaps there has never been a ghostly presence in the building. Join me as we chat with Milton co-owner, Meredith, as well as previous guest, Ginger Collins-Justus. Paranormal or not, you MUST visit the […]
I dare you to watch 31 spooky movies in 31 days next October in honor of Halloween! Can it be done? Lana Carbon and John Lilies, the folks behind Carbon Lilies, took the challenge and succeeded! Listen to find out some of what they learned! Also, they give a bit of behind-the-scenes from their blog. […]
I am writing to invite every one of you to The Big Séance Parlor, a brand new Facebook community for YOU, the listeners and supporters of my podcast. So in other words, all paranerds are welcome! And please feel free to share and invite others. Why the parlor? Many of you have already “liked” […]
Body snatcher. Grave robber. Mad scientist. Brilliant surgeon. And did he really hang the corpse of his daughter in Mark Twain Cave? Plus the ghosts of the Gratiot Street Prison. Delve into the macabre world of St. Louis's Dr. Joseph Nash McDowell with Victoria Cosner and Lorelei Shannon, authors of Missouri's Mad Doctor McDowell. […]
Lots of Halloween spooky goodness, with special guests, including Jim Harold of the Paranormal Podcast and Jim Harold's Campfire! This episode is jam packed with ghost stories and more! Pssst… Are you looking for the SpeakPipe Link? Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link In this episode: Intro :00 Welcome to […]
What spooky movies should you watch before Halloween? Patrick has a list of 13, and you probably haven't heard of some of them! Also, some various Halloween updates, and Patrick's witch friend, Meth Hazel makes another appearance! Pssst… Are you looking for the SpeakPipe Link? Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link […]
This story was sent in by a very loyal and regular listener. I was given permission to share it with you. As he mentions below, “everyone is getting into the Halloween spirit”, and this is the perfect story to go along with it. You're welcome. Patrick, I am a mortician in the […]
Psychic Medium, Kristy Robinett, shares inspiring true stories from her book, It's a Wonderful Afterlife. Also, advice for young people growing up psychic, Halloween, and a great story about “The Rubberband Man”. Oh… and a squirrel. Pssst… Are you looking for the SpeakPipe Link? Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download […]
Paranormal Researcher, Richard Estep, gives us a peek into his book, In Search of the Paranormal: The Hammer House Murder, Ghosts of the Clink, and Other Disturbing Investigations. We also talk about the paranormal field in general, theories, favorite gadgets, and an interesting behind the scenes look at his Boulder County Paranormal Research Society (BCPRS). […]
Demonologist and paranormal researcher Keith Johnson shares of his journey, and his view and experience on the topic of Demonology. Also, past and future television appearances, and being a Science Fiction and Gothic stories nerd! Pssst… Are you looking for the SpeakPipe Link? Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link […]
Demonologist Keith Johnson was one of the first to investigate the now famous farmhouse that inspired the movie, The Conjuring. He has also been featured on paranormal television shows, such as Syfy's Ghost Hunters. His experience at the now famous farmhouse in Rhode Island was all before Ed and Lorraine Warren showed up on the […]
In an upcoming episode of Syfy's 10th season of Ghost Hunters, T.A.P.S. visits a city I love and know well — St. Charles, Missouri. I've been waiting patiently for this special episode, and I'll give you a heads up on the locations and stories you're likely to see. Also, check out “Ghosts of St. Charles“, […]
Do you like ghost tours? Are you a fan of the kind of paranormal history that… goes bump? Diane and Denise from The History Goes Bump podcast take us behind the scenes of their ghost tours for the theatre of the mind. Psst… Are you looking for the SpeakPipe link? Get to this episode in iTunes! […]
The audio version of the very first LIVE video episode of The Big Séance Podcast. Our guest is fan favorite, Karen A. Dahlman, and we talk about her latest book, The Spirit of Alchemy: Secret Teachings of the Sacred Reunion, a behind the scenes look at how it was written, plus listener ouija questions. […]
UK medium, Claire Broad, shares stories of Whitefeather, her spirit guide. Learn how she developed her mediumship starting at the age of four! Claire paints a picture of the development circle, and explains why she thinks mediumship should be dealt with like a science. Psst… Are you looking for the SpeakPipe link? Get to this episode […]
Did you miss tonight's LIVE episode with Karen A. Dahlman? Did you watch it live but you want to watch it four more times? You're in luck, because the video is below! We talked about Karen's latest book, The Spirit of Alchemy: Secret Teachings of the Sacred Reunion, behind the scenes of how the Ouija […]
I am excited to announce and invite you to a special LIVE video episode of The Big Séance Podcast with guest, Karen A. Dahlman! We'll talk all things Ouija and Karen's latest book, The Spirit of Alchemy: Secret Teachings of the Sacred Reunion. You can watch it in the YouTube video below, or simply go […]
The United Kingdom really knows how to rock the whole Spiritualism thing. In Part 1 of my Mediumship in the UK series, platform medium Marion Hover shares a bit about her background with Spiritualism, two very cool experiences involving her mediumship, and her work with development circles and the Ouija. Get to this episode […]
I am excited to make two announcements today! The History Goes Bump Podcast I was recently invited to be a guest co-host for the 56th episode of the History Goes Bump Podcast with co-hosts Diane Student and Denise Moormeier! We talked about the Myrtles Plantation and had lots of fun! I just love […]
Are you brave enough to stay the night at the haunted Myrtles Plantation? I did. Join me as I talk about the exciting stops on my summer vacation through the south, here in the US. Other paranormal spots included the King's Tavern in Natchez, MS, Oak Alley Plantation, and the Lalaurie Mansion in New Orleans. […]
A new episode of the Big Séance Podcast is coming your way tomorrow. In this episode, I share the experiences my mother and I had on our recent summer vacation through parts of the south here in the US. We visited many historic locations, including several with a paranormal history, like the King's Tavern, Myrtles […]
How much do you really know about the goth community? Have you considered that the goth and paranormal subcultures might have a lot more in common than you realized? Enjoy this fascinating discussion with The Count and Mark, the hosts of the Cemetery Confessions podcast. Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download […]
In this episode, Patrick talks to 2 local high school students for a research project about the paranormal subculture. And we dig into the Charlie Charlie Challenge phenomenon. Have you taken the challenge? Psst… Are you looking for the SpeakPipe link? Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link […]
I've taken a break from all things Big Séance due to my move and cleaning (and scrubbing… and cleaning… and cleaning), unpacking and organizing. I never planned to take this time off, but it has taken much longer than I thought it would, and I've used up a lot more energy than I originally planned. […]
I'm working on a podcast episode where we'll discuss how the living can plan for how they will communicate to loved ones from the Afterlife/Other Side. I'd love to get some ideas, include your thoughts, or even your Voice Feedback in the episode. So here's an example: Anyone who knows me knows that I'll […]
Psst… Are you looking for the SpeakPipe link? Hear Karen Burton recount some powerful dreams, including those that just may be visits from our deceased loved ones. Learn how she interprets these dreams, and how you can too! Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link In this episode: Episode Preview […]
The mysterious story of Pearl Curran, who channeled entire books and other works from a spirit known as Patience Worth, and all through the Ouija board. Also, the winner of the Love Never Dies book giveaway! Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download Link In this episode: Ghostwriter and Ghost: The […]
Psst… Are you looking for the SpeakPipe link? Carla Wills-Brandon, author and researcher, discusses Deathbed or Departing Visions and other After Death Communication. We also talk about Death Phobia as well as an exciting discussion about psychomanteums! Check out Carla’s book, Heavenly Hugs: Comfort, Support, and Hope from the Afterlife, which is also […]
Every now and then I receive photos from readers or listeners. Often they come with a subject line like “What do you make of this?” I've never claimed to be an expert when it comes to analyzing possible paranormal evidence in a photograph. I don't even bring it up much. And honestly, when I […]
This weekend I finished the third and final book from Andrea Perron's House of Darkness House of Light trilogy, which very thoroughly documents the very real events that inspired the movie The Conjuring. (More on this soon!) So today, with perfect timing, Dr. Jamie Turndorf's Love Never Dies: How to Reconnect and Make Peace with the […]
Dr. Linda Salvin shares her unbelievable spiritual and psychic journey that stemmed from a series of accidents, beginning with surviving a commercial airliner crash in 1981. She gives a reading on air, we talk about her Wicks of Wisdom™, and she shares some big news! Get to this episode in iTunes! Direct Download […]
It has been way too long since I last wrote to you. A lot of things, some exciting, have been going on lately in my personal and work life. And because of all of the craziness, I've not been able to tell you about some very interesting activity that I experienced a couple of weeks […]
Author, licensed therapist, and Ouija Expert, Karen A. Dahlman, gives us the scoop on what role the Ouija board played in her first book, The Spirit of Creativity: Embodying Your Soul’s Passion. Also, how do you move beyond your own limiting beliefs? How do you channel chaos creatively? Plus, meditation, dreams, self-hypnosis, and how […]
Are you fascinated by the EVP examples you hear on your favorite paranormal television shows? Have you ever wanted to learn just how to conduct an EVP session? Or maybe you’re already actively involved in an area of spirit communication, but you’d like to learn about someone else’s process and hear a new perspective […]
A conversation with spiritual medium, Carole J. Obley, on such topics as past lives, meditation, how she uses her gifts, the most memorable messages that she has received from spirit, and her book, Soul to Soul Connections: Comforting Messages from the Spirit World. Get this episode on iTunes! Direct Download Link Carole J. Obley, of […]
An incredibly interesting chat with professional psychic and clairvoyant, Angela Thomas. Angela is noted over her 30-year practice for high accuracy and detail. She is a subject-participant in an elite consciousness research study focusing on precognition and has gained an enviable reputation for her psychic work in private sessions for individuals, business leaders, and […]
Inspired by recent conversations that I've had with psychics Carole J. Obley and Angela Thomas, I decided to dust off my Tarot cards and try something different for my 400th post here at The Big Séance. I am certainly not a Tarot reader, and I haven't had the cards out in over a year, […]
Suffering from the winter blahs? Cabin fever starting to kick in? The winter tends to be a time when many paranerds out there, struggle to find enough paranormal activity or content to keep them happy. If you’re truly one of these nerds, the autumn/Halloween season just isn’t enough to keep you going for the rest of […]
We had some very serious discussion here a few years ago after I wrote about the thoughts and opinions of skeptic Sharon Hill, in How Does the Skeptic View Paranormal Folk? It was truly eye-opening for me. This led to a great response by Randall Keller, titled Uninformed and Misled at The Voices Blog. After all of […]
I just LOVE the end-of-the-year WordPress Stats Report!! It has been a big year here at BigSeance.com. In June, I launched The Big Séance Podcast, which has been a big addition to my life. A lot of the energy that went into blog posts before, has been consumed by the podcast, which continues to grow […]
While participating in the traditional Christmas day “rob your neighbor” gift exchange, from the corner of my eye I happened to see the trailer for The Woman in Black 2: Angel of Death on the television, only it was muted. I got really excited to look for it online later. I was also shocked, and […]
Check out your Psychic Predictions and Prophecies for 2015 from Janice Carlson, Angela Thomas, Rob Gutro, Carole J. Obley, Karen A. Dahlman, Lee Allen Howard, and Marilyn Painter. Get this episode on iTunes! Direct Download Link In this episode: Some of the Prophecies and predictions of Edgar Cayce and Sylvia Browne. Janice […]
In the spirit of the season, and in the style of Buzz, from the movie Home Alone, I'll list 3 random things that have been on my mind the last couple of days. I really would like to know your thoughts on any of these points. But first, just in case you've forgotten… [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gVGbDEAnDyo?rel=0] […]
You won't want to miss my conversation with Ginger Collins-Justus, owner and operator of Missouri History and Hauntings. Ginger shares some odd tales and little known haunted history of the state that I call home. We also chat about some of the historic connections that Missouri has with spiritualism. Get this episode […]
So I had a wonderful Thanksgiving break, which also included a little break from blogging and podcasting. If anyone out there has just been super distraught over not having any Big Séance in your life over the last week, I do sincerely apologize. For the rest of you, I hope you enjoyed your break from […]
Tim Prasil, writer and author, shares how he inherited the stories of Vera Van Slyke, one of America’s earliest paranormal investigators, from an ancestor who chronicled them. Find these stories in his soon-to-be-published book, Help for the Haunted: A Decade of Vera Van Slyke Ghostly Mysteries (1899-1909) by Emby Press. Who is Finbar Kelly? Tim explains. […]
Recently I was in my classroom before school, when Carol, a colleague of mine, walked in and surprised me with a special gift. She handed me a vintage skeleton key, which is supposedly an original room key from the famous Crescent Hotel in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. The hotel's history goes all the way back […]
In Part 2 of 2, Edwin F. Becker shares his story of the very real haunting experiences that he and his family experienced in 1970. The story, which involves the very first televised exorcism by NBC, and was featured on an episode of Paranormal Witness, is told in his bestselling book, True Haunting. […]
You may be familiar with my Annual Thanksgiving Ouija sessions. This year Karen A. Dahlman encouraged me to have one on Halloween, and so I did. I decided to call this one a Ouija Séance, because well… it sounds cooler. My planchette partner was my mother. I was so very lucky to have them […]
In Part 1 of 2, Edwin F. Becker shares his story of the very real haunting experiences that he and his family experienced in 1970. The story, which involves the very first televised exorcism by NBC, and was featured on an episode of Paranormal Witness, is told in his bestselling book, True Haunting. […]
Well it is finally here. It is the week of Halloween, and in this final Halloween episode, I invite several past guests to share their favorite Halloween memories and traditions! Hear contributions from Annie Wilder, Sara Wiseman, Lee Allen Howard, Karen A. Dahlman, Janice Carlson, Rob Gutro, and Jim Harold. Get […]
Yesterday I carved my jack-o-lantern for 2014. As usual, I decided to go with a classic look that is very close to last year's grin. And yes, that's the Halloween Altar in the background, with the addition of the Beistle reprints that I ordered this year. As usual, I always have difficulty choosing which […]
Halloween is just days away, so what better time to talk about the history of my favorite holiday with the nation's leading expert on Halloween, Lesley Bannatyne! She's the author of five books on the topic of Halloween, including Halloween: An American Holiday, an American History, which will celebrate 25 years of being in […]
After reading Diane C. Arkins' Halloween Merrymaking: An Illustrated Celebration of Fun, Food, and Frolics from Halloweens Past, I absolutely knew I wanted to reach out to her. I wanted to hear about her collections, but also wanted to let her know just how inspired I was, as a fellow super fan of Halloween. […]
Recently I was inspired by Lorelle on WordPress, who in her post Bye-Bye Facebook: Changes in the World of Social Media, says that “you need to play in the sandbox where your audience plays.” Since creating Big Séance, I've been hesitant to play in too many social media sandboxes, but it is becoming clear that […]
Mystery Martini Ingredients: 1 Part Absolut Wild Tea ½ Part Lime Juice ¼ Part Simple Syrup 4 Whole Blackberries Directions: Muddle blackberries in a shaker. Add Absolut Wild tea, simple syrup and lime juice. Fill with ice cubes. Shake and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a blackberry and let the spirits […]
In this episode, I chat with special guest co-host, Karen A. Dahlman! My favorite holiday is just around the corner, and so we reminisce about Halloween memories, the month of October, and some of the legends, lore, and symbols of Halloween! You may remember her from Episode 5, talking about The Spirits of Ouija. […]
I have quite a treat for you. Below are three Halloween Safety videos dating from 1977 to the early 1980s. I had a great time watching these several times just a few nights ago. For me, there is so much nostalgia packed in these videos, but also some rules and scenarios that seem so funny […]
This past weekend, friend and past guest of the Big Séance Podcast, Victoria Cosner Love, invited me (ahem… strongly encouraged me to leave my crypt) to a fascinating event, which appropriately fit the season, in my opinion anyway. It was my first visit to the absolutely beautiful Chatillon-DeMenil Mansion in St. Louis. “A Death in […]
In this episode, we sit at the séance table with the haunted hostess of TheYearOfHalloween.com, Eva Halloween. Eva and her site is a massive collection of resources that helps readers to celebrate Halloween all year long! “I was a lot less interested in talking about my personal feelings about Halloween 365 days a year, […]
I hope you enjoy some photos from our annual visit to Rombachs Farm for our 2014 family of pumpkins, soon to be jack-o-lanterns (aka “punkinheads”). And these are the three we adopted. Stay tuned for the jack-o-lantern post coming up, about a week before Halloween! Can't wait!
What kind of mood would you like to create? For last year's Halloween Altar and more information about them, visit A New Spin On Your Halloween Altar and Decorations. I really tried to keep what I liked from last year and make some improvements. I've always wanted to time travel to the late 1800s and […]
In this episode, we sit down with Sara Wiseman, author, spiritual teacher, intuitive counselor, and host of the popular Contact Talk Radio show, Ask Sara/Sanctuary. She's also the author of Writing the Divine: How to Use Channeling for Soul Growth and Healing. Get this episode on iTunes! Direct Download Link Topics discussed […]
Jim Harold, host of The Paranormal Podcast and Jim Harold's Campfire, is America's top paranormal podcaster! In my interview with Jim, he shares stories from his journey, and he gives us a glimpse of his latest book, True Ghost Stories: Jim Harold's Campfire 3. For More on Jim Harold: Visit: JimHarold.com […]
National Podcast Day is September 30th, this year! What is it? How should you celebrate it? What can you do to promote it? Should you go ahead and order a turkey or relish tray? Absolutely! Get the invitations ready! Plan now to avoid the rush! Need ideas of ways to celebrate? Listen to a podcast! […]
Extrasensory perception (and its acronym, ESP), Supernatural powers, mind over matter, having “the power”, predicting the future, talking to the spirits, secrets of the universe, psychokinetics, séance, and magic. Sounds like just another Big Séance blog post, right? But it's not. Well, it is, kind of. But all of those terms and phrases were […]
Author, Medium, and Scientist, Rob Gutro, talks to us about his book, Pets and the Afterlife: How they communicate from the other side and more. For more on Rob Gutro, visit http://ghostsandspiritsinsights.blogspot.com/. Facebook: Rob Gutro – Author/Ghost Hunter/Medium Twitter: @GhostMediumBook Get this episode on iTunes! Direct Download Link . . What is the difference […]
In episode 10 of The Big Séance Podcast, Janice Carlson agreed to have a little fun with listeners, and announced a contest for a chance to win a copy of her book, Soul Sensing: How to Communicate With Your Dead Loved Ones. Listeners were to psychically tune into the pet that was sitting with […]
For the full set of photos, visit the Saint Peter's Cemetery album on my Flikr page. . Other recent cemetery photography posts: Return to the Old Catholic Cemetery in Lexington, Missouri The Iron Fence and the Family Plot Cemetery of Immaculate Conception of Dardenne, Missouri Francis […]
Author, Medium, and Metaphysician, Lee Allen Howard, talks to us about his journey through Channeling. Also a brief discussion about Lily Dale. For more on Lee Allen Howard, visit http://building-the-bridge.com/ Twitter: @RevLeeHoward Facebook: Lee Allen Howard, Medium & Metaphysician Get this episode on iTunes! Direct Download Link Blog posts mentioned in […]
If you listened to episode 11 of The Big Séance Podcast on Cemetery Grave Adoptions, I promised to keep listeners updated on this year's adoptions. Well today I took advantage of an absolutely splendid autumn-like day (finally!), and headed on out to a local cemetery that I've heard a lot about, but until today had […]
Patrick shares stories of the New Fall Tradition of Cemetery Grave Adoptions that he started last year, and meet Little Johnnie and Clara. He also gives tips and recommendations, so that you can begin your own grave adoption project. Get this episode on iTunes! Direct Download Link For more on Little Johnnie and […]
If you're like me, our pets really are our children. They teach us life lessons, they bring us joy, and they break our hearts at the same time. Please enjoy this article by Rob Gutro, and learn more about him at the end of the post. An interview with Rob for The Big Séance Podcast […]
Have you ever wanted to learn how to communicate with your dead loved ones? Medium and Psychic, Janice Carlson tells us how, and talks to us about her book, Soul Sensing: How to Communicate With Your Dead Loved Ones. PLUS A BOOK GIVEAWAY! Get this episode on iTunes! Direct Download Link Topics […]
Recently, I had the opportunity to talk to a roomful of wonderful parents of some of my students. I was explaining a new course that I am helping to write and create, and mentioned the fact that students in this future class would possibly have the opportunity to design or create a podcast episode as […]
In episode 9, Psychic Medium, Marilyn Painter, gives us everyday tips and techniques for using our own psychic ability to help us shop, save money, and even getting a great parking spot! Get this episode on iTunes! Direct Download Link For more on Marilyn: PsychicQuests.com Facebook: Psychic Medium Marilyn Painter . Thanks, […]
A little more than a year ago, I was fortunate enough to get my hands on a ticket to an advanced screening of the then upcoming film, The Conjuring. In doing my research for the review that I wrote for the movie, I discovered the first two volumes of Andrea Perron's House of Darkness House of […]
. In Episode 8 of The Big Séance Podcast, I had the pleasure of having a personal mentor as a guest. Author, blogger, podcaster, paranormal investigator, and EVP Researcher, Randall Keller, discusses his work with Electronic Voice Phenomena. He also shares some amazing EVP samples. . . Get this episode on iTunes! Direct […]
The Big Séance Podcast has had a few exciting updates and improvements this week! I've updated some new equipment and toys and kicked my recording capabilities up a BIG notch! (You can hear an exciting new sound in the new 30-second promo below.) Listeners can now call the show on our new feedback line! (775) […]
Victoria Cosner Love, author of Mad Madame Lalaurie: New Orleans' Most Famous Murderess revealed, chats with us about the real life Delphine Lalaurie, portrayed by Kathy Bates in American Horror Story: Coven. Plus a bonus discussion on cemeteries! Get this episode on iTunes! Direct Download Link . Victoria's 2-Part Interview on BigSéance.com: […]
Pendulums. I have honestly never put too much thought into them. I do not own one and have never used one either. This doesn't mean I have anything against them, it's just that I've never really been introduced to them or read much about them. So since I've never given pendulums their moment in the […]
In this special episode, I share my favorite EVP, as well as highlights and clips from what just may be communication from a spirit visitor that I call “My Rapper”. By the way, toward the end of this show, while I'm discussing the rapping knocks and taps from my spirit rapper, a “knock” is […]
When I set out to read this book, I honestly felt like it was something that I really should read, but wasn't necessarily excited to read it. And even though I've read a bit about Moody in books, the list was lacking a title by Raymond Moody himself. So I cautiously jumped into Paranormal: My […]
Karen A. Dahlman, author, psychotherapist, and Ouija-ologist, talks to us about her book, Spirits of Ouija: Four Decades of Communication. It was an absolutely amazing discussion that covered the history of the Ouija, positive aspects of the Ouija, why some fear it, and why we should perhaps look at the board in a new light. […]
Me jogging (not swimming) through the water in a long, single lane lap pool in my very nice yard (of a very nice home). I was jogging back and forth from the deep to the shallow end. A group of neighborhood kids playing in the yard around me. One girl continues to be mean, causing […]
On this week's episode of The Big Séance Podcast, I invited writer, blogger, and podcaster, Thomas Spychalski, to talk to us about some of the hot topics and top articles from his site, NewsFromTheSpiritWorld.com. Thomas is also co-host of The Kiwi Psychic and the Midwest Ghost Podcast. Among the topics discussed are The Amityville Ghost […]
I don't know how many of you are experiencing the beautiful weather that we've been having here in Missouri, but I've been desperately trying to find someone with a pumpkin, because this weather almost requires a jack-o-lantern, and you KNOW I love it! So along with the weather and the fact that The Big Séance […]
This post has been rolling around in my head for several months now. I didn't really want to put it out there until it felt right, rather than being forced. And since I've been waiting for a long time to get my head in the right place to write about it, I decided I'm not […]
It's an exciting day for me! My podcast, including a brand new episode with author Annie Wilder, is finally up on iTunes! Episodes are FREE! Please help me make a big splash on iTunes by subscribing, listening, and maybe even leaving a rating! And don't forget to share with other fellow paranerds! Thank you! […]
From one great podcast guest to another, I have been so incredibly blessed this summer as I start this new journey! If you've not yet listened, you've missed my wonderful friend Marilyn Painter, and the beautiful cemetery photography of Mary Homick. Within the next few days I'll post my conversation with the great Annie Wilder, […]
Please enjoy the second episode of The Big Séance Podcast! I absolutely loved talking with Mary about our shared passion of Cemetery Photography! Mary Homick, Cemetery Photographer and Infrared Photography artist, shares her passion, and encourages folks to see the beauty in a cemetery. Also, check out her book, Historic Cemeteries, on Amazon. Thanks […]
I've never been big on dream interpretation, and I don't always recall my dreams, but my soul/subconscious/guides sure know how to fill the void with experiences that I long for in the waking world. This is true for when I'm on a diet and I dream about peanut butter cups, but it's also true in […]
So I spent a lot of the day improving the look of the already new Big Séance Podcast banner and iTunes cover art (coming to an iTunes near you very soon). Then, on the same day that BigSéance.com reached its 100,000th page view, I decided that the elder sister of the new addition needed a […]
I am so very excited to finally introduce what I've been working so hard on for several weeks now! The Big Séance Podcast is a place for an open discussion on ALL things paranormal, but specifically topics like ghosts & hauntings, paranormal research, spirit communication, psychics and mediums, and life after death. So basically, anything that […]
One of the books I've been reading this summer is My Son and the Afterlife: Conversations from the Other Side by Elisa Medhus, MD. If you've ever visited ChannelingErik.com, that's Elisa. Much of the book comes from the site, which she started not only to work through her grieving, but to serve as a place […]
. Today I bring you Part Two of my fascinating interview with Victoria Cosner Love, author of Mad Madame Lalaurie: New Orleans' Most Famous Murderess Revealed. Thank you again, Victoria, for the opportunity. Part Two of My Interview with Author, Victoria Cosner Love If you missed it, check out Part One Patrick Keller: […]
If you've ever visited New Orleans, you've almost certainly been introduced to the story and the legend. But even if you didn't know who Delphine Lalaurie was prior to October 9, 2013, chances are the premier of Ryan Murphy's American Horror Story: Coven (the third season of the hit FX horror anthology), or at least […]
For several months now I've been itching to try my hand at podcasting. I never miss a Voices Podcast by Randall Keller. I've been a big fan of Jim Harold's podcasts for years, and I recently enrolled in his podcasting course. As it is my summer break, I've had a lot more time to focus […]
There's a new movie about the famous talking board that is due to be released in October! If you're like me, you're surprised that you didn't even know this was a thing. And unless you had a date at a movie theater this last weekend, it's likely you haven't seen the trailer, since it […]
This mansion, known as the Oliver Anderson house, was built in 1853, and is such a familiar landmark to me. After all, I was born in a hospital just a few hundred feet away from the road behind it. The house and the battlefield are now one of many Missouri State Historic Sites. […]
I've done a pretty good job of avoiding the subject of demons or demonic possession on this blog. This isn't due to being afraid of the topic or needing to leave the closet light on when I talk about it, but because the BS-o-meter tends to immediately start flashing in my head when the […]
Last Thursday, Deadline.com reported that Adam Berry and Amy Bruni, both very popular T.A.P.S. investigators and cast members of Syfy's flagship show, Ghost Hunters, would not be returning for another season. The site also reports that the two are teaming together on a new show. Two days later, Britt Griffith put a statement out […]
I was very honored that Debbie Black and Thomas Spychalski invited me to be their very first on-air guest for Episode Two of the brand new podcast, The Kiwi Psychic and the Midwest Ghost! I was very nervous, but excited. (Sometime I'll have to tell you a funny behind-the-scenes story that happened while recording.) Both […]
In Lily Dale: The Town That Talks to the Dead, Christine Wicker packs her bags and takes a good honest look at the Spiritualist community of Lily Dale and the mediums that call the place home. She views every experience with an open and respectful, yet unapologetic and skeptical eye, which I appreciated… even if […]
It hasn’t changed a bit, this old cemetery. Until two years ago when I visited it last, it had been over 20 years since I'd seen it. I remembered several of the individual headstones like I had just been there the day before. It's weird, the things our brains choose to remember and hold […]
Do the dead return? Spooks sit beside you? Wow, a Ghost Show! I'd love to go! It's even from a theatre in my home town! The only problem is that I'm several decades too late… and a McDonalds sits where the theatre once was. I did, however, get to see a few movies there […]
Is it the ornate designs? Is it the worn and aged look? Maybe it's the lichen that seems to glow in the sunset? Or maybe it's the fact that fencing a family plot so beautifully is a thing of the past? Whatever it is, I couldn't stop photographing them this last weekend. All […]
This has definitely been one of the longest blog droughts for me, and so if you've been waiting for new content, I apologize and thank you for your patience. I'm recovering from one of the most stressful few weeks I've ever had in my real gig. For a music teacher, December and May are particularly […]
This evening I received a comment submitted by Norma Sutcliffe, the current owner of the house and farm that is depicted in the movie, The Conjuring. It is Norma's house that is the main character and focus of Andrea Perron's books that tell a lengthy and frightening decade-long story of hauntings. As I've mentioned before, the […]
More than halfway to what, you may ask? Only the greatest and most spooktacularly awesome holiday ever, that's what! Oh come on! It's HALLOWEEN! Want to know how I know? I was just declared the winner of the Halfway to Halloween survival pack from the lovely Eva at TheYearOfHalloween.com, the amazing blog devoted to Halloween […]
Have you ever wondered? Maybe it's because you've always gotten a creepy feeling at certain times or in a certain place in your home. Maybe it's because you're interested in purchasing a home with age and character. Then again, maybe you don't want to know… or don't care. DiedInHouse.com I heard about DiedInHouse.com through […]
Wow! It has been so long since I've uploaded audio to this site, that I nearly forgot how to do it. It definitely took longer than it used to! In this post, and what will probably be the last of the Belvoir Winery T.A.P.S. Event series of posts, I wanted to share some highlights from […]
You know that saying that goes something like, “What would you say to your 16 year-old self?” You could insert any age into that statement, really. It's the kind of thing that is perfect for a meme on social media. I don't often get deep like this, so I could be very wrong, but […]
Today I bring you the latest books to land on my doorstep. Have you read any of these? Do you have other recommendations? All book descriptions are taken from their Amazon pages, which you can get to by clicking on the book covers. Be sure to check out my Recommended Reading page for some of my […]
See the end of this post for links to previous posts in the series. Two of the biggest highlights from my T.A.P.S. weekend at Belvoir Winery involve the brilliant Britt Griffith. Now a permanent member of the cast of SyFy's Ghost Hunters, Britt brings a much-needed fresh voice to the team… oh and gadgets. Lots […]
On Wednesday of this week, I made some time to sneak away after work to find a few places to take some photos. I decided to stop by a small Catholic cemetery that I pass by often when I'm coming home from work. This was the first opportunity I've had to take colorful spring […]
CCTV, or closed-circuit television cameras, have become cheaper and more accessible in the last several years, allowing many homeowners and businesses to use them for security. For the same reason, paranormal investigators often use them as well. They're the same cameras that are in the hallways of my school. They're found in the woods now […]
See the end of this post for links to previous posts in the series. The Drive Home On the drive home from the overnight investigation at Belvoir Winery, I was tired, but on a high from having such a cool experience and meeting some really cool people! I already had blog posts planned […]
Today I bring you the next installment of my Belvoir Winery/Odd Fellows Home series. See the end of this post for links to previous posts in the series. T.A.P.S. Para-Celebs: Amy Bruni, Adam Berry, and Britt Griffith! Probably the biggest highlight of this weekend event was getting to hang out with and meet Amy, […]
As I was preparing to leave for the Belvoir Winery T.A.P.S. event last weekend, I was a bit anxious, mainly because I was going alone and without any members of my team or family. I'm not hugely social in public situations, particularly if I don't know anyone. What kind of people would be there? […]
Introducing the artsy-fartsy photos from my weekend at Belvoir Winery, formerly the Odd Fellows Home, in Liberty, Missouri. These photos can also be found on my Flickr page. Belvoir Winery, a former orphanage, hospital, nursing home, and school, was featured on Season 9, Episode 10 of SYFY's Ghost Hunters, and titled “Vintage Spirits”. For more […]
I'm back from the greatest and most eventful spring break I've had in years… and maybe ever! But I've been itching to get back to this computer, since I've never had such a long absence from this blog! I have so much to share with you, including TONS of photos and stories from my T.A.P.S. […]
On a day where I had to hand my four-legged son off to my parents (if you know me, you know that was rough), and a day where I'm packing and preparing to take my first international trip for vacation tomorrow (Cancun), and on a day where I can't stop thinking about that damn mysterious […]
My readers know that I'm a fan of good books written by psychics/mediums. Right now I'm in the middle of The Gift: Understand and Develop Your Psychic Abilities by Echo Bodine, which was a book that Chip Coffey suggested to an audience member when I saw him this last fall. In her book, Echo includes a […]
Would you like to see what a music teacher does on a snow day when he has a lot on his mind and puts important things off to the last minute when he really shouldn't because there's a musical to direct this week? You would?! Oh goody! Follow me through my crazy labyrinth of net […]
I have to give credit for this awesome photo to my sister Cassie. Spinner, this adorable and lovable, yet often skiddish country dog, is just one of several who have found and adopted my parents (specifically, my father) over the years. Spinner has always been known to love the nightlife, running all over the […]
You don't hear about UFOs too much on this blog, but this game being developed by a group of smarties at Space Enigma Studios, is so fascinating to me! It is currently a project on Kickstarter. I've included the video preview below, but be sure to check out the project on their Kickstarter page! I've […]
Hello friends! Today I want to share just how super excited I am about attending a weekend event in March at Belvoir Winery, which is close to home for me, in Liberty, Missouri. After seeing the fabulous Chip Coffey in St. Louis this last fall, I just had to splurge for this two-day event […]
For the previous post, where I introduced the exercise, visit Fun with Psychic Skill! The Brick The item on the left is a brick from the Lexington High School/Middle School that I, along with several generations of my family, attended in Lexington, Missouri. I actually attended from the fourth to the eighth grade. […]
Inspired by Debbie at Spirits and The Paranormal, I've decided I want to have a fun little exercise to test everyone's psychic skill! Here at Big Séance, these “call to action” posts sometimes bomb. DON'T LET THIS ONE BOMB! It'll be super fun. Please reply and give it a try! I tried it on Debbie's […]
All winter long I’ve been anxiously awaiting the perfect day to return to Bellefontaine Cemetery under snow cover. I’d been once before, though things were much greener then, and I didn’t have my new camera, or the photography skills that I’ve gained this year. Opening in 1849, Bellefontaine (pronounced “bell fountain” by most St. […]