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PhDParanormal

Two university professors explore the spooky, the haunted, and the occasionally laughable world of the paranormal and supernatural.

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01:04:17

Pfister, I Hardly Know Her! The Monte Cristo...

PhDParanormal ·

2023/02/05

Join Dr. Ed as he tries to keep it together as Dr. Evan discusses the haunting of the Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Ed also tells us about the pretty horrific story of the Monte Cristo Homestead in New South Wales, Australia. Are you a fan of cryptids? Dr Ed updates us on the chupacabra showing up in Michigan (not really), Bigfoot showing up on Google Earth (also not really), and a ghost who wants to deny him coffee. Please give us a listen and share with your friends!

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01:08:55

Haunted Hawaii!

PhDParanormal ·

2023/01/22

Aloha Spooky Listeners and welcome to 2023! We're back after the holiday hiatus..... and Dr. Evan is cold. It's snowy here, so let's travel to Hawaii! Dr. Ed tells us some history and background of Polynesian beliefs Dr. Evan discusses the royal hauntings of Iolani Palace and the Sheraton Princess Ka'iulani Hotel. Dr. Ed explores the alleged kasha in the Kaimuki neighborhood of Honolulu. What is a kasha? Think corpse eating ghost, that sometimes is a cat, that can choke you out. Hawaii: paranormal

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00:58:50

Happy Spooky Holidays! Let's Celebrate the "Creepy"...

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2022/12/18

Join Drs. Evan and Ed as they celebrate Christmas around the world! We focus, especially, on traditions that are a little bit scary. We discuss the half-man/half-goat Krampus who might steal your naughty children. Frau Perchta who will disembowel you for poor housekeeping. Mari Lwyd in Wales will exchange naughty poems until she tries to drink all your beer. And finally, we end with a story of the terrifying Yule Cat (who Dr. Evan reallllllly wants to pet) from Iceland. Happy holidays, spooky

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01:13:27

Andrew Jackson is a Scaredy Cat: Petrifying...

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2022/12/11

Join Drs. Edwin and Evan as they explore the noisy spirits called poltergeists. What actually is a poltergeist and why do your intrepid podcasters know so many lines from the 1982 film "Poltergeist"? Learn about alleged events in Indianapolis, IN and Columbus, OH. And listen to Dr. Ed get punchy as Dr. Evan discusses the alleged poltergeist from Tennessee: the Bell Witch. Apparently Dr. Ed remembers some history regarding Andrew Jackson.

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01:04:03

Take Down Your Welcome Mats!: Creepy Black Eyed Kids...

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2022/11/20

Join Drs. Evan and Edwin as they bicker over the realities of children and ghosts. Dr. Ed introduces us to the "urban legend" of the Black Eyed Kids (BEK) of the United States and, maybe, England. Are they vampires? Demons? Aliens? Or as Dr. Evan suggests... fake. Dr. Evan follows up with some stories of children who reportedly see ghosts around them. Can psychology explain this to Dr. Ed's satisfaction? Probably not. And HAPPY THANKSGIVING! We are thankful to all of you for listening and supporting

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01:10:38

Devil Babies, Serial Killers, and Ghostly...

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2022/11/06

Join Drs. Edwin and Evan as they travel to the land of deep dish pizza, hot dogs with pickles and peppers, and The Bean: Chicago. This Midwestern city is known for a number of different hauntings and we walk you through three. Learn about the devil baby in the important Hull House, the myth of H.H. Holmes and his penchant for murdering for money, and Resurrection Mary... the ghostly woman looking to party and to go back to sleep in a cemetery. Also, enjoy Dr. Edwin learning the important linguistic

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00:26:42

Happy Halloween! Scary Stories from the Internet:...

PhDParanormal ·

2022/10/30

Join Drs. Ed and Evan on their second "official" Halloween episode! Hear some tales of spook as told by the deep voiced Dr. Ed. Listen as they both laugh as they cannot be serious to save their lives. And Dr. Evan shares a poem about corn. Because she's from Indiana. Finally, Dr. Ed tells us about when he was almost murdered in a tent by a ghost.... or is Dr. Ed currently a ghost?? Happy Halloween, spooky friends!

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01:05:48

Is the Truth Out There? The Philadelphia Experiment...

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2022/10/30

Join Drs. Evan and Ed as they discuss the alleged Philadelphia Experiment, a conspiracy in which a naval destroyer allegedly became invisible and traveled 200 miles. Did the navy discover and use alien technology? Was it simply a ghost ship that appeared and disappeared (hint: it wasn't)? Is this all part of a secret government conspiracy to hide the fact that aliens walk among us? Finally, how much physics does Dr. Evan REALLY know (hint: not much)? *Hey friends, this is a rerecord because of

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01:00:52

Icelandic Ghosts and Gabagool? A Deep Dive into the...

PhDParanormal ·

2022/10/09

Join Dr. Ed as he tells us (including Dr. Evan) about the rich lore and history of Iceland's many supernatural beings. We've got elves, we've got trolls, we've got many kinds of ghosts, and we have mispronunciations (serious, Icelandic is a beautiful but difficult language!). We end with a very spooky story involving a horse named Faxi and Dr. Evan's inappropriate laughter.

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01:08:37

German Ghosts and Dave: An Interview about the Hotel...

PhDParanormal ·

2022/09/25

Please join Drs. Ed and Evan as we discuss the Hotel Josephine once again..... with a twist! We are interviewing two guests today, Nicole and Dom, regarding their experiences ghost hunting at the hotel. Learn about EVPs and EMF, glowing cat balls, and German-speaking ghosts. Dave Thomas is not in this podcast.... or is he?

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01:01:03

Vortexes, Portals, and Castles... Oh My! The...

PhDParanormal ·

2022/09/16

Join Drs. Ed and Evan as they explore the histories of America's haunted castles. Come to Vermont where there is allegedly a portal in a closet and bodies may (or may not) be buried on the grounds. Then head to Springfield, Missouri where Mr. Boots may haunt the Pythian Castle. And hear Dr. Ed get annoyed with the lead host of Ghost Adventures. Coughing (or demons) may be a problem this episode!

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00:58:02

Who is in the room with you? Shapeshifters--beware...

PhDParanormal ·

2022/08/28

Welcome to Season 3, Episode 1! Listen as Drs. Ed and Evan discuss their wild summers of travel, patron gifts, and introduce you to the world of shapeshifters. From the aswang of the Philippines to the skinwalkers of the Navajo nation, learn about the various beings who can change form. And if you hear a loud "tik tik" sound, don't relax once it goes quiet....

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01:07:10

Flying Kangaroos and Moths with Fine Butts-The Scary...

PhDParanormal ·

2022/05/01

Welcome to our last episode of the season Spooky Friends. Join Drs. Evan and Edwin on a return to the land of mythic creatures with an exploration of two fierce and flying cryptids. Learn about perpetually pregnant Mother Leeds and the birth of her devilish thirteenth child, a creature whose shriek haunts the dreams of many. Can New Jersey ever catch a break? Then head south to the confluence of the Ohio and Kanawha rivers and look to the sky for that harbinger of doom Mothman! Does Mothman show up

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00:58:13

Evil Easter Bunny and Haunted Mansions--Now with...

PhDParanormal ·

2022/04/17

Welcome to the Easter Episode! Join us for a tour of two haunted mansions, Franklin Castle and the Crisco Complex (also known as Hurricane Mills) the home of Country Western Superstar Loretta Lynn. Was murder the cause of the Franklin ghosts? How much of your clothing will a Confederate Soldier try to remove before you wake up and run out of the room? Answers abound on this episode. As a bonus treat you can learn about the evil bunny that still haunts Dr. Edwin's memories! Theme music composed by

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01:01:31

The Blue Light Special-Ghosts of Haunted Hotels

PhDParanormal ·

2022/04/02

Summer is fast approaching and it is time to make some spooky travel plans. Join Drs. Edwin and Evan on this tour of five haunted locations and consider just exactly how many nights you want to book with a resident ghost. Ranging from Kansas, Arkansas, Indiana, Alaska, and Scotland, these haunted destinations have interesting, and frightening, histories. Learn about the Blue Lady in at the Story Inn, the ghostly bellhop leading you to Room 212 in Eureka Springs, and the Castle of Spite in Scotland

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01:09:04

When Dolls Attack! Haunted Paintings, Frightening...

PhDParanormal ·

2022/03/20

Join Drs. Edwin and Evan as they take you on a terrifying tour of haunted items that you, yes YOU, might have in your very home! Learn about the crying children who will set fire to your home, dolls that bring rain with them, and mirrors that will show you your own corpse. That cute doll at the antique store? Delightful...until you wake up with it staring at you in the middle of the night. And remember... do not disrespect Robert...

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01:10:51

Who is Watching you While you Pee? The Ghosts of the...

PhDParanormal ·

2022/03/06

Join Drs. Edwin and Evan as they explore four spooky and haunted locations in Portland, Oregon. Since 1974, the McMenamin brothers have been purchasing and restoring old (and sometimes abandoned) properties and turning them into brewpubs, restaurants, and hotels. In the process, the ghosts of these properties seem to be waking and, with intentions good and bad, are interacting with staff and guests. Whether it is the light in the attic at the Cornelius Pass Road House, jitterbugging ghosts at the

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01:06:24

What's Your Favorite Scary Movie: Cursed Films,...

PhDParanormal ·

2022/02/19

Join a sleepy pair of Ph.Ds on an exploration of cursed and haunted films. Drs. Evan and Edwin explore some of the alleged hauntings on the sets of the Conjuring, Ghost, and the Amityville Horror, the cursed films of Poltergeist, The Omen, Atuk, and Superman. Is it a crazy random happenstance or are dark and malevolent forces seeking to destroy Hollywood? Tune in to find out!

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01:02:33

Yuma Territorial Prison-It's a Listener Inspired...

PhDParanormal ·

2022/02/05

Join Drs. Edwin and Evan as they take you to meet some of the ghosts of the historic Yuma Territorial Prison. Feel the oppressive presence of John Ryan in Cell 14 and listen for the haunting, jaunty melodies of the ghosts of the old prison band. You will also have the opportunity to think about the deep question of "Do ghosts like pennies?" A truly pressing question for those who need quarters for the vending machine! Welcome to another spooky and silly episode!

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00:57:18

The House of Death, What are the Warrens doing, and...

PhDParanormal ·

2022/01/23

Join Drs. Edwin and Evan as they begin the second half of Season 2 with a discussion of the House of Death in Greenwich Village, NY. Learn about some of the 22 ghosts that allegedly have haunted this place including a celebrity from Early American literature! You will also explore the interesting question of what Ed and Lorraine Warren might be doing in the afterlife (our guess is cashing in on another book deal). And... GHOST CATS. Stay spooky!

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