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In this episode, Tony Brueski digs into the fascinating and chilling history of the Congress Plaza Hotel, Chicagoâs reputed hotbed of paranormal activity. From its construction for the 1893 Worldâs Fair to its connections with infamous figures like Al Capone, the hotel has been the backdrop for countless eerie tales. Uncover the stories of tragedy and terror that have fueled its haunted reputation, including shadowy apparitions and inexplicable phenomena reported by guests and staff alike.
Join us as we explore whether the Congress Plaza Hotel is a true gateway to the paranormal or simply the product of urban legend and a dark past. Prepare for spine-tingling accounts and thought-provoking discussions on what makes this historic landmark one of Americaâs most haunted places. -
One runnerâs routine jog turned into something unexplainable. Just blocks from home stood a condemned houseâboarded windows, eerie silence, and a heavy presence that was easy to write off as imagination. But on one summer day in 2008, after a strange sensation of being scratched outside that very house, the run took a chilling turn. Ravensânormally quiet, observant birdsâsuddenly began dive-bombing behind her, not once, but twice, in two different locations. And to this day, she believes the ravens may have been trying to protect her from something she couldnât see.
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For most kids, âacting outâ means fighting bedtime. For David Pierce Rodriguez, it meant spending part of his childhood literally possessed inside a mansion dripping with spirits and family trauma. Decades later, David doesnât just swap ghost storiesâhe hunts the entities that once hijacked his body. In this episode of The Grave Talks, we follow Davidâs journey from involuntary host to seasoned investigator, piecing together how a brush with the demonic shaped his lifeâs mission. What does it take to confront forces dark enough to derail your childhoodâand then dedicate your adult life to protecting others from the same?
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Once home to the forgotten, the ill, and the unwanted, Rolling Hills Asylum has seen its share of darkness. But these days, the shadows aren't all doom and gloom. While unexplained footsteps and mysterious figures still lurk in the corridors, investigators have started receiving playful, even cheeky EVP responses. Is the energy shifting? Has the asylum found peaceâor just a new way to toy with the living? In this episode of The Grave Talks, we sit down with Sharon Coyle, proprietor of Rolling Hills, to explore the lingering spirits, the light amid the dark, and the evolving personality of this iconic haunt.
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How well do you really know your best friend? In this terrifying episode, we explore the chilling experience of a storyteller whose best friend was suddenly⌠different. It started with small changesâodd behavior, strange commentsâbut quickly escalated into something far more disturbing. One night, during a sleepover, the storyteller realizes that their friend isnât just acting weirdâtheyâre possessed. Their voice changes, their face contorts, and they begin speaking in a language that neither of them know. The entity inside their friend isnât human, and itâs not leaving without a fight.
This episode delves into the terrifying moment when someone you trust becomes someoneâor somethingâyou fear. Can possession really take hold of a person so suddenly, or was the entity always lurking beneath the surface, waiting for the right moment to reveal itself? -
In this episode, Tony Brueski digs into the enigmatic tale of Resurrection Mary, Chicago's most famous ghost. We'll explore the origins of this haunting legend, delving into historical accounts and eyewitness testimonies that have kept the story alive for nearly a century.
Join us as we examine the psychological and environmental factors that may explain these eerie encounters, and consider the cultural impact of Resurrection Mary's enduring presence along Archer Avenue. Is it mere folklore, or does something supernatural linger in the shadows of Chicago's streets? -
While casually filming a video for a friend, Tyler captured something chilling: a strange, echoey voice that sounded eerily like children talking through a plastic tunnel slide. The voice wasnât from the upstairs TV, and there was nothing else that couldâve made the sound. Even more unnerving? Just an hour earlier, Tyler saw a shadow figure and what looked like a white orb in the same part of the basement. Whether itâs coincidence or confirmation, Tyler now knowsâheâs definitely not alone down there.
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Booming derricks, Jazz Age decadence, and a fortune gushing straight from the California earthâGreystone Mansion was born of 1920s oil money and built to dwarf every other residence in Beverly Hills. At 47,000 square feet of concrete, limestone, and raw ambition, the estate became the backdrop for glittering parties where Hollywood legends clinked glasses beneath crystal chandeliers. But opulence has a price, and the Doheny family soon paid in tragedy: a mysterious 1929 murder-suicide that still stains the marble halls.
Nearly a century later, guests and film crews whisper about cold spots, shadow figures, and the echo of a single gunshot reverberating through empty corridors. In this episode, author and Greystone docent Clete Keith walks us through the mansionâs turbulent history, spanning oil booms, scandal, and a lingering darkness that refuses to leave. Step past the wrought-iron gates and discover why Greystoneâs grandeur is matched only by its ghosts. This is Part Two of our conversation.
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This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE!
Booming derricks, Jazz Age decadence, and a fortune gushing straight from the California earthâGreystone Mansion was born of 1920s oil money and built to dwarf every other residence in Beverly Hills. At 47,000 square feet of concrete, limestone, and raw ambition, the estate became the backdrop for glittering parties where Hollywood legends clinked glasses beneath crystal chandeliers. But opulence has a price, and the Doheny family soon paid in tragedy: a mysterious 1929 murder-suicide that still stains the marble halls.
Nearly a century later, guests and film crews whisper about cold spots, shadow figures, and the echo of a single gunshot reverberating through empty corridors. In this episode, author and Greystone docent Clete Keith walks us through the mansionâs turbulent history, spanning oil booms, scandal, and a lingering darkness that refuses to leave. Step past the wrought-iron gates and discover why Greystoneâs grandeur is matched only by its ghosts.
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Before âpodcastingâ was even a buzzword, Jim Harold was sitting around a virtual campfire collecting everyoneâs creepiest true-life tales. Nowâthousands of episodes laterâheâs the paranormal worldâs most trusted ringmaster, equal parts broadcaster, archivist, and late-night therapist for the supernaturally scarred. In this episode, we flip the script and ask Jim what itâs like to spend decades knee-deep in Ouija boards, black-eyed kids, and callers who casually mention, âOh, by the way, the demon is still here.â From podcast infancy to todayâs booming fright-fest, Jim shares the highs, the how-did-I-get-hereâs, and why the unexplained never gets old.
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A familyâs dream of owning a lake house turns into a nightmare when they discover that theyâre not the only ones living there. At first, the family chalks up the strange occurrences to the quirks of an old houseâcreaky floors, cold drafts, and doors that donât stay shut. But soon, it becomes clear that something else is at play. Ghostly figures appear near the lake at night, cold spots materialize in the warmest parts of the house, and whispers echo through the halls. The most terrifying part? The activity seems to be centered around one member of the family as if the spirit is targeting them specifically.
This episode unpacks the terror of being haunted not just by a house but by the land itself. The family is left to wonder if the lake itself holds the key to the haunting or if something darker is trying to take control of their lives. -
Tony Brueski explores the eerie remains of Summerwind Mansion, a once-grand estate now known for its chilling reputation. Abandoned and decaying, the mansion has become synonymous with paranormal activity, from ghostly whispers carried on the wind to apparitions seen wandering the grounds. Stories of strange phenomena have persisted for years, turning Summerwind into a destination for those seeking the unexplained.
What is it about this mansion that attracts such stories? Tony digs into the mansionâs history, exploring whether the tales of hauntings are rooted in fact or amplified by folklore and fear. Tune in as he navigates the thin line between legend and reality at one of the Midwestâs most haunted locations. -
What happens when you bring a ghost-hunting app into a funeral home? One listener did just that while accompanying his partner, a funeral director, on late-night callsâand what began as a way to pass the time turned into something far more personal. A name appeared on the screen: Zachary. Then came the word spade as the camera rested on a shovel, followed by disrespectful after bodies were moved. But instead of escalating activity, something strange happened once everyone began acknowledging the spirit. Now Zachary has his own "Employee of the Month" posterâand the funeral home feels... peaceful. For now.
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In the 1850s, Kansas was a battlegroundânot just politically, but literallyâas pro-slavery and anti-slavery forces fought for control of the territory. At the heart of this struggle stood the Free State Hotel in Lawrence, Kansas, built in 1855 as a symbol of abolitionist resistance. It was burned to the ground the day it opened.
Colonel Shalor Eldridge rebuilt the hotel, determined to see it rise againâand some say he never truly left. The current Eldridge Hotel stands on the same site, with the original 1855 cornerstone embedded in the wall of the famously haunted Room 506.
In Part Two of our conversation with historian Dennis Sneed, we dive into the violent roots of the hotel, the eerie activity that continues to this day, and why some believe the spirit of Colonel Eldridge still checks in guests from the beyond.
For more information on the Eldrige Hotel, visit their website, eldridgehotel.com
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In the 1850s, Kansas was a battlegroundânot just politically, but literallyâas pro-slavery and anti-slavery forces fought for control of the territory. At the heart of this struggle stood the Free State Hotel in Lawrence, Kansas, built in 1855 as a symbol of abolitionist resistance. It was burned to the ground the day it opened.
Colonel Shalor Eldridge rebuilt the hotel, determined to see it rise againâand some say he never truly left. The current Eldridge Hotel stands on the same site, with the original 1855 cornerstone embedded in the wall of the famously haunted Room 506.
In Part One of our conversation with historian Dennis Sneed, we dive into the violent roots of the hotel, the eerie activity that continues to this day, and why some believe the spirit of Colonel Eldridge still checks in guests from the beyond.
For more information on the Eldrige Hotel, visit their website, eldridgehotel.com
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History books say the USS Hornet was decommissioned in 1970âyet countless witnesses swear her crew still marches the steel decks. In this classic episode of The Grave Talks, we set sail (without leaving dock) through hangars that echo with phantom propellers, sick bays where shadow med-techs still make rounds, and officersâ quarters where unseen hands slam hatches shut. Hear first-hand accounts from docents, veterans, and investigators whoâve chased disembodied footsteps into dead-end corridors, captured EVP of frantic battle stations, and seen full-bodied apparitions vanish beneath red emergency lights. Was the Hornetâs combat toll simply too heavy to discharge, or did the proud carrier become a spiritual safe harbor for every soul who called her home? Strap on your life vest, grab an EMF meter, and join us where the Pacific Fleet meets the paranormal.
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The darkness holds many secrets, but in this episode, itâs the whispers that are the most terrifying. Late at night, when the house is quiet, the storyteller begins to hear faint whispersâvoices that seem to come from the walls themselves. At first, theyâre unintelligible, just background noise that could easily be mistaken for the wind. But soon, the whispers become louder, clearer, and more menacing. They call out in the dead of night, sometimes even using the storytellerâs name. The shadows in the house start to move, creeping closer as the whispers grow stronger. This haunting escalates until it feels like the very house is alive with dark energy, intent on tormenting the person living there.
Are these just echoes of past residents, or is there something darker trying to communicate through the walls? This episode explores the terrifying reality of being haunted not by ghosts but by the very fabric of the house itself. -
In this episode, Tony Brueski investigates the Paramount Theatre in Austin, TX, where ghost stories have become part of the venueâs lore. Visitors and staff share tales of cold spots, shifting objects, and a shadowy figure known to appear in the balcony. Some say these occurrences are the result of residual hauntingsâfragments of the past replaying endlessly within the theaterâs walls.
But could there be more to these experiences? Tony explores both paranormal and psychological theories, questioning whether the theaterâs storied history has created the perfect setting for ghostly encountersâor if the mysteries of the Paramount are simply part of the show. -
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What happens when a seasoned law enforcement officer dives headfirst into the world of the unexplained? Greg Lawsonâknown as The Paranormal Detectiveâhas spent decades investigating everything from cold cases to cold spots. With a foot in both the world of criminal justice and the realm of the supernatural, Greg brings a unique, no-nonsense lens to hauntings, possessions, and unexplainable events. In this episode, we explore the overlap between mental health and paranormal claims, ask how often the dead are tied to criminal investigations, and dig into the strange and tragic cases where the lines between life, death, and justice blur. Strap in for a conversation thatâs part detective drama, part ghost storyâbecause when Greg Lawson is on the case, no mystery stays buried for long. This is Part Two of our conversation.
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This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE!
What happens when a seasoned law enforcement officer dives headfirst into the world of the unexplained? Greg Lawsonâknown as The Paranormal Detectiveâhas spent decades investigating everything from cold cases to cold spots. With a foot in both the world of criminal justice and the realm of the supernatural, Greg brings a unique, no-nonsense lens to hauntings, possessions, and unexplainable events. In this episode, we explore the overlap between mental health and paranormal claims, ask how often the dead are tied to criminal investigations, and dig into the strange and tragic cases where the lines between life, death, and justice blur. Strap in for a conversation thatâs part detective drama, part ghost storyâbecause when Greg Lawson is on the case, no mystery stays buried for long.
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