In a 2021 poll of Americans, slightly more people believe in demons (43%) than in ghosts (41%). However, when we include those who answered “not sure” (as opposed to “don’t believe”), the numbers are equal… 65%, whether the question is about demons or ghosts. That’s a lot. In other words, the majority of Americans are…
Category: Resources & References
Ghost Hunting and Science
This will be brief, because it’s far too easy for me to shift into geek mode when I’m talking about paranormal phenomena. Many hard core skeptics demand “proof” of ghosts and hauntings. Often, they’re the same ones clinging to outdated Newtonian physics, where everything can be documented in cause-and-effect terms. If they use a trigger…
Are Ghosts Dead? Louis L’Amour’s Questions
This quote from Louis L’Amour resonated with me on many levels. Really… are ghosts dead, or is something else going on? If you believe quantum theories about parallel realities, it’s easy to see a connection. And, as both a ghost hunter and an admitted geek, I kind of love speculation about this. I’ve talked about…
Finding “Outsider” Haunts – Free Ghost Hunting Checklist
Are you looking for hidden haunted sites? I’ve created a free ghost hunting checklist that might help. It’s a way to help you find “outsider” haunts. In fact, if you’d like to investigate overlooked, extremely haunted sites, “outsider” locations are ideal. They’re infamous, or they’re practically forgotten. Or both. In most cases, ghosts connected to…
Book Review: Ghost Hunting in Tilton, NH
This isn’t my book, but it includes a few of my Tilton stories. Other regional ghost hunters, including Lesley Marden and journalist Jim Fitzgerald, also contributed their stories to Rue’s book. Ghost Hunting in Tilton, NH, by Rue Taylor Cote. From the Amazon description: Is Tilton the most haunted town in New Hampshire? Tilton’s ghosts…
Ghosts of Austin, Texas – Photos and Where to Find More
If you’re ghost hunting in or near Austin, mine was the first regional book to describe – with specific details and addresses – ghosts that haunt Austin, Columbus, and nearby communities. The Ghosts of Austin, Texas, by Fiona Broome. Discover over 100 haunted locations in and near Austin, Texas. Explore the eerie links between downtown…