Episodes

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In this episode, I talk about my thoughts on Reflective Hauntings, how they're investigated, and what sets them apart from other intelligent and non-intelligent hauntings. 00:00 Introduction 00:33 Welsom and Show Updates 01:41 Defining Reflective Hauntings 02:18 How Family Emotions Influence Activity 03:10 Neutral Entities Feeding on Energy 05:01 Investigating Reflective Hauntings 07:08 Distinguishing Entity vs. Property Amplification 09:23 Conclusion and Resolution Strategies Links Jo...

This episode focuses on negative, disruptive, or dangerous hauntings and outlines a process to determine whether activity is tied to the property, an object brought into the home (especially antiques or salvage), or a “human agent” linked to stress or unsafe spirit communication. Tanner recommends “catchall” steps to reduce activity, then escalating to setting boundaries, cleansings (sage, prayer, clergy blessings), and potentially hard religious intervention while carefully screening deliveranc...

This episode explains how everyday people can conduct a basic paranormal investigation at home and how investigators can use the same steps with clients. Tanner emphasizes starting with documentation using a central notebook to log detailed entries (time, location, sensations, sounds, movements) to identify patterns and “hotspots,” often revealing natural causes like lighting, vibrations, construction, or electrical issues. When activity seems infrequent or spontaneous, the host recommends captu...

In this episode of the Ghost Hunter Advice podcast, Tanner explores the functionality and effectiveness of REM pods in paranormal investigations. He addresses a listener's question from Ryan, explaining how REM pods can be triggered by various electronic signals, including walkie talkies and cell phones. Tanner discusses the origin of REM pod, and talks about their pros and cons, particularly their susceptibility to false positives. He advises on best practices for using REM pods, emphasizing th...

In this episode, Tanner addresses a listener's question about blessings and rituals in the context of ghost hunting. He explains how these rituals may help spirits move on and reduce paranormal activity, highlighting the belief systems of the spirits and individuals involved. 00:00 Introduction and Listener Question 00:46 Podcast Revival Announcement 02:32 Deep Dive into Listener's Question 04:22 Theories and Beliefs on Rituals 07:53 Community Engagement and Future Content 09:29 Sponsorshi...

In this episode of Ghost Hunter Advice, Tanner announces his decision to step away from the podcast after a journey that started in 2019. Tanner explains the factors leading to this decision, including his desire to focus more on his writing career, spend quality time with family, and manage other responsibilities. He discusses the importance of conducting a time audit to identify and eliminate time drains, emphasizing the need to align activities with one's long-term goals. Tanner assures liste...

Understanding Pareidolia in Ghost Hunting: Tips and Techniques In this episode of the Ghost Hunter Advice podcast, host Tanner delves into the phenomenon of pareidolia – where the brain perceives patterns in random information – and its impact on ghost hunting. Tanner discusses common misperceptions in photographs, video, and audio recordings, providing detailed techniques on how to analyze and debunk potential false positives. He emphasizes the importance of critical thinking, proper investiga...

In this episode of the Ghost Hunter Advice podcast, Tanner interviews Amy Petulla, founder of Chattanooga Ghost Tours. They discuss Amy's journey from a law career to launching Chattanooga Ghost Tours in 2007, driven by her family's love for ghost tours and the abundance of haunted history in Chattanooga. Amy shares insights into running a ghost tour business, including research methods, advertising strategies, and the importance of authenticity in storytelling. The episode highlights the challe...

In this episode of Ghost Hunter Advice, Tanner addresses a listener question regarding upgrading EVP recorders for ghost hunting. Tanner reviews various recorder options, including entry-level models like the RCA VR series and Sony ICD series, mid-tier options like the Olympus WS series, and higher-end models like the Tascam DR-05XP and Zoom H1E. He explains the importance of recording settings and filters, and how different specifications impact EVP capture. Tanner also discusses his personal r...

In this episode of Ghost Hunter Advice, Tanner is joined by Matt Barron for conversation on the nature of evil, exploring whether it exists as an external force or internal construct. The conversation covers various cases involving demonic entities, malicious spirits, and Poltergeist activity. Tanner and Matt also discuss a unique kind of haunting Tanner now calls reflective hauntings, referred to as 'Blobbies' in the episode. Taken from a live stream, the episode is edited for a more engaging a...

In this episode of the Ghost Hunter Advice Podcast, host Tanner Rutledge and co-host Matt Barron plunge into the techniques and tools used in paranormal investigations, focusing on Instrumental Transcommunication (ITC) methods. They share listener emails, including a chilling personal encounter from Abby and a question about the Estes method from Ryan. The discussion covers the effectiveness and skepticism surrounding spirit boxes, EVPs, dowsing rods, various trigger devices, and ouija-like apps...

In this episode of the Ghost Hunter Advice podcast, we get into the intriguing phenomenon of apportation, which involves the mysterious appearance and disappearance of objects in paranormal investigations. Tanner shares practical advice on how to approach and investigate these phenomena based on his extensive experience as a forensic interviewer, private investigator, and paranormal investigator. He answers listener questions about protecting oneself from harmful entities and provides insights i...

In this episode of the Ghost Hunter Advice podcast, host Tanner discusses the essential precautions and preparation tips for staying safe during outdoor paranormal investigations. He emphasizes the importance of being prepared for physical dangers over supernatural threats. Tanner shares a tragic story of two Bigfoot hunters who lost their lives due to poor preparation, and provides a comprehensive guide on weather-checking, packing appropriate gear, ensuring navigation and communication, and pr...

In this episode of Ghost Hunter Advice, I talk about the evolving world of paranormal entertainment and ghost hunting. From paranormal celebrities shifting to podcasting and YouTube to advancements in equipment, the field is changing rapidly. Join me as I explore these trends from 2024 and share my predictions for what’s to come in 2025—especially the transformative role AI could play in ghost hunting and paranormal investigations. Call the Haunted Encounter Hotline and tell me your real-life e...

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. GHA will return with brand-new episodes in 2025. We'll be covering the changing landscape of the paranormal world, and new advances in tech. In the meantime, please email your questions to ghosthunteradvice@gmail.com or leave them in a voicemail at https://www.ghosthunteradvice.com/voicemail/ You can also join the community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/341112920157979/ and get in on the discussion. Join the newsletter and read the blog at https://www....

On this episode, I discuss ITC and Spirit Boxes for Ghost Hunting. How I use them, what I've learned since using them, and how to avoid a potentially dangerous mistake I made early on. Toward the end, I play some recordings from Silverdale Confederate...

This week we delve into the intriguing realm of spiritual attachments. In this episode, join seasoned paranormal investigator, Tanner, as he explores what spiritual attachments are, how/why we think they manifest, and most importantly, how to...

So you are intersted in Ghost Hunting but don't know where to start. Maybe there are no teams in your area or just no reputable teams. How do you learn the ropes? In today's episode, I give you some solid first steps in investigating ghosts and...

Wait what? Yeah you read that right. Ghost hunting on your own. In today’s episode I answer a listener question about investigation/ghost hunting without a team. I mainly stick to safety and vet property owners but this is a must listen for anyone...

Today's question comes from Steven in our FB group. Are orbs ever legit? We see them on the ghost hunting shows, hear about them in everyone's stories, and they are a point of contention in every paranormal group on the planet. In today's episode,...

Original Publish date: 05/10/2021 Samantha Morden is a paranormal investigator with over a decade of experience. She's also the founder of Mystique Paranormal Research Society in Chattanooga, TN. Mystique Paranormal Is one of the most tightly run...

This is one of the episodes from the original feed. It's a little rough, but there are some great tips and tricks. What you you do when you find evidence of both residual and intelligent activity at an active location? How do you decide what is a...

Protection is important part of staying safe during investigations, and I'm not talking about from the crazy hobos... But look out for them too. Keep things from following you and protect yourself from opening doors that you can't close. Looking for...