222 Paranormal Podcast

222 Paranormal Podcast

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All things paranormal With your host Jennifer Shortridge & Joe Shortridge Brother and Sister duo Joe and Jen have been interested in all things paranormal since their childhood. We bring to you our personal experiences, news from the paranormal world and special guests.

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Flames, Shadows, and Spirits: Paranormal Stories from Antebellum Mansions

Feb 15th, 2026 7:00 PM

Please hit Subscribe Click here to go to our Facebook Page. https://www.facebook.com/222paranormal Click here to see Jennifers Book. https://a.co/d/0gJSY9Cw Click here to see Joe's book. https://a.co/d/099rkoQL Clike here to save on Clothing. https://poshmark.com/closet/toledojoe Click here to see the Ghost gear of the week. https://a.co/d/06Kk18k0 In this haunting episode of the **222 Paranormal Podcast**, we step back into the shadowed corridors of America's antebellum South—where grand architecture, wealth, and history intertwine with tragedy, trauma, and lingering spiritual echoes. Antebellum homes are often admired for their sweeping columns, elegant staircases, and timeless Southern charm. But beneath the polished wood and historic beauty lies a far more complicated past. Many of these estates were built on the backs of enslaved labor, and with that reality comes a legacy that some believe never truly left. In this episode, we explore several Southern homes with reputations for intense paranormal activity—locations where both former owners and enslaved individuals are said to still be present. Witness accounts describe unexplained footsteps pacing long-empty halls, disembodied voices drifting through locked rooms, and sudden cold spots that appear without warning. Some investigators have even reported shadow figures standing at the ends of hallways, watching silently before vanishing into darkness. One of the most chilling stories discussed centers on a historic home that suffered a devastating fire. According to local legend, during the blaze—and in later years during reported paranormal experiences—witnesses claimed to see human-like figures moving within the flames themselves. Apparitions appearing inside fire is an especially unsettling phenomenon, suggesting that whatever energy remains tied to the location may be replaying moments of trauma or catastrophe. These sightings raise questions about residual hauntings, emotional imprints, and whether extreme events can leave permanent echoes in the environment. We also take time to examine the duality often found in these historic locations. While some reports focus on former owners—figures in period clothing, stern presences, or footsteps on upper floors—other accounts describe sightings believed to be tied to enslaved individuals who once lived and worked on the property. These encounters tend to be quieter but no less powerful: faint singing where no one is present, figures seen near former quarters, or sensations of being watched accompanied by overwhelming emotion. As always, the conversation moves beyond simple ghost stories and into deeper questions. Are these manifestations intelligent spirits, residual energy, or psychological responses to historically charged locations? Can trauma—especially repeated over generations—leave an imprint strong enough to replay itself decades or centuries later? Adding to the episode's atmosphere, a listener-submitted story brings a personal and unsettling firsthand experience into the discussion. Real accounts like this continue to blur the line between folklore and lived experience, reminding us that the paranormal is often most powerful when it intersects with everyday life. This episode of the **222 Paranormal Podcast** doesn't just explore haunted houses—it examines how history, memory, and human experience may shape what we encounter in allegedly haunted spaces. Whether you believe these encounters are spiritual, environmental, or psychological, the stories connected to antebellum homes remain some of the most emotionally charged and deeply compelling in paranormal research. Join us as we walk through candlelit hallways, listen for echoes from another era, and ask the question that always lingers in historic places: does the past ever truly leave—or does it simply wait to be heard? Welcome to the 222 Paranormal Podcast, your gateway to the captivating world of the supernatural. Immerse yourself in our expertly crafted episodes, where we delve deep into a wide range of paranormal phenomena, including ghostly hauntings, cryptid sightings, and unexplained mysteries that defy logic. Each episode is meticulously researched and features engaging discussions with leading experts, seasoned ghost hunters, and renowned paranormal investigators. We cover the latest advancements in ghost hunting technology, offer practical tips for both amateur and experienced investigators, and review essential equipment for your paranormal adventures. Our podcast also explores the rich history of haunted locations, sharing true stories and firsthand accounts that will send chills down your spine. Whether you're a die-hard fan of the paranormal or just curious about the unknown, our content is designed to entertain, inform, and ignite your imagination. Stay tuned as we uncover secrets from the most haunted places around the world and analyze the most intriguing supernatural events. We also provide in-depth interviews with notable figures in the field and explore theories that challenge conventional understanding of reality. By subscribing to our Paranormal Podcast, you'll stay updated with the latest episodes, allowing you to join a community of like-minded individuals who share your fascination with the unexplained. Don't miss out on our exclusive content and special features, which bring you closer to the mysteries that lie beyond our everyday experiences. Dive into the world of the unknown with our Paranormal Podcast and experience the thrill of discovering what lies just beyond the veil of reality.

Hidden Riches & Dark Legends: The World's Most Mysterious Lost Treasures

Feb 8th, 2026 7:00 PM

Please hit Subscribe. Click here to see our Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/222paranormal Click here to see Joe's book. https://a.co/d/0fwwDiim Click here to see Jen's Book. https://a.co/d/01gy6rEd For centuries, stories of lost treasure have whispered through history like unfinished confessions—fortunes buried in secret, riches swallowed by the sea, and artifacts that vanished under suspicious circumstances. In this episode of the **222 Paranormal Podcast**, we dive deep into the world's most infamous *lost treasures* and the eerie legends that surround them. From pirate gold hidden on remote islands to royal jewels that disappeared during revolutions, these treasures aren't just missing—they're *guarded by mystery*. Many are said to be protected by curses, strange phenomena, or unseen forces that prevent them from ever being recovered. Explorers report disembodied voices, sudden storms, equipment failures, and even shadowy figures appearing near dig sites. Coincidence… or something far older watching over what was never meant to be found? We explore legendary enigmas like the **Lost Dutchman's Gold Mine**, where countless treasure hunters have vanished in the Arizona desert. We examine the chilling theories behind **Oak Island's Money Pit**, a location so strange it has claimed lives while offering only cryptic clues. We also journey into sunken realms—lost shipwrecks rumored to hold unimaginable wealth, including vessels that disappeared without a trace, leaving behind only ghost stories and unanswered questions. But this episode isn't just about gold and jewels—it's about *why* these treasures remain lost. Are they simply victims of time and geography, or are some discoveries actively being prevented? We discuss theories ranging from ancient traps and secret societies to paranormal guardians and time-slip phenomena. In some cultures, treasure is believed to become "alive," choosing who may find it—and who must never return. As always, we blend historical accounts with eyewitness testimony, folklore, and high-strangeness speculation. Whether you're a skeptic, a believer, or someone who just loves a good mystery, this episode will leave you questioning how much of history is still hidden… and whether some secrets are safer buried. Turn down the lights, put on your headphones, and join us as we uncover the **Lost Treasures of the World**—where riches vanish, legends endure, and the past refuses to stay silent. Welcome to the 222 Paranormal Podcast, your gateway to the captivating world of the supernatural. Immerse yourself in our expertly crafted episodes, where we delve deep into a wide range of paranormal phenomena, including ghostly hauntings, cryptid sightings, and unexplained mysteries that defy logic. Each episode is meticulously researched and features engaging discussions with leading experts, seasoned ghost hunters, and renowned paranormal investigators. We cover the latest advancements in ghost hunting technology, offer practical tips for both amateur and experienced investigators, and review essential equipment for your paranormal adventures. Our podcast also explores the rich history of haunted locations, sharing true stories and firsthand accounts that will send chills down your spine. Whether you're a die-hard fan of the paranormal or just curious about the unknown, our content is designed to entertain, inform, and ignite your imagination. Stay tuned as we uncover secrets from the most haunted places around the world and analyze the most intriguing supernatural events. We also provide in-depth interviews with notable figures in the field and explore theories that challenge conventional understanding of reality. By subscribing to our Paranormal Podcast, you'll stay updated with the latest episodes, allowing you to join a community of like-minded individuals who share your fascination with the unexplained. Don't miss out on our exclusive content and special features, which bring you closer to the mysteries that lie beyond our everyday experiences. Dive into the world of the unknown with

500. Facing Near Death with Author & Investigator Cyn Shrader Hill for our 500th episode

Feb 1st, 2026 7:00 PM

Please hit Subscribe and tell a friend to listen. Click here to go to our Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/222paranormal Click here to see Jen's book. https://a.co/d/5YX2Rsv Click here to see Joe's book. https://a.co/d/8kVa7kr Click here to see all of Cyn Shrader Hill's links. https://linktr.ee/cynshraderhillauthor Tonight, we're joined by Cyn Shrader Hill — author, paranormal investigator, and a chronicler of what happens when death gets close… and then hesitates. Cyn is the author of Death's Doorstep: Near-Death Experiences, Angel Rescues, & Spirit Warnings, a collection of firsthand accounts from people who stood at the threshold of death and felt something watching, intervening, and in some cases, turning them back. These are not polished stories of comfort or light — they are fractured moments where time bends, reality thins, and unseen forces make themselves known. As a longtime investigator with Elk Valley Paranormal, Cyn has spent years documenting hauntings, encounters, and phenomena that refuse to stay neatly categorized. What makes her work unsettling is not just what people experience — but the consistency of how they experience it. The warnings. The presences without faces. The overwhelming sense that death is not random… and not entirely ours to choose. In Death's Doorstep, Cyn explores angel rescues that feel less like miracles and more like interruptions, spirit warnings that arrive with urgency rather than comfort, and near-death experiences that leave survivors forever altered — more intuitive, more isolated, and sometimes afraid of what they now know. Tonight, we're not asking whether the afterlife exists. We're asking who controls the boundary… who decides when it opens… and what it means when someone comes back with the feeling they were never meant to stay. Welcome to the 222 Paranormal Podcast, your gateway to the captivating world of the supernatural. Immerse yourself in our expertly crafted episodes, where we delve deep into a wide range of paranormal phenomena, including ghostly hauntings, cryptid sightings, and unexplained mysteries that defy logic. Each episode is meticulously researched and features engaging discussions with leading experts, seasoned ghost hunters, and renowned paranormal investigators. We cover the latest advancements in ghost hunting technology, offer practical tips for both amateur and experienced investigators, and review essential equipment for your paranormal adventures. Our podcast also explores the rich history of haunted locations, sharing true stories and firsthand accounts that will send chills down your spine. Whether you're a die-hard fan of the paranormal or just curious about the unknown, our content is designed to entertain, inform, and ignite your imagination. Stay tuned as we uncover secrets from the most haunted places around the world and analyze the most intriguing supernatural events. We also provide in-depth interviews with notable figures in the field and explore theories that challenge conventional understanding of reality. By subscribing to our Paranormal Podcast, you'll stay updated with the latest episodes, allowing you to join a community of like-minded individuals who share your fascination with the unexplained. Don't miss out on our exclusive content and special features, which bring you closer to the mysteries that lie beyond our everyday experiences. Dive into the world of the unknown with our Paranormal Podcast and experience the thrill of discovering what lies just beyond the veil of reality.

499. Haunted Railroads Jens new book, Ghost Trains, Phantom Conductors & Cursed Tracks

Jan 25th, 2026 7:00 PM

Please hit Subscribe Click here to go to our Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=222%20paranormal%20podcast Click here to see Jen's new Book Huanted Railroads. https://a.co/d/iJmBSqz Click here to see Joe's Book Shared Crossings. https://a.co/d/3dm8cPa Click here to save on high-end cloting. https://poshmark.com/closet/happie22 Click here to see Joe's Poshmark Page. https://poshmark.com/closet/toledojoe On todays episod 222 Paranormal Podcast, we ride the rails into the shadowy past of America's most haunted railroads. From phantom funeral trains and ghostly conductors to deadly derailments that never truly ended, this episode explores why railroads are among the most paranormally active locations in the world. These iron paths carried progress—but they also carried tragedy, trauma, and untold loss. Long after the last whistle blew, something still remains. If you've ever heard a train where no tracks exist… This episode is for you. 🚂 STORIES & LOCATIONS FEATURED The Phantom Funeral Train of Abraham Lincoln The Bostian Bridge Disaster (North Carolina) The Ghost Light of Saratoga (Louisiana) The St. Louis Phantom Conductor Dead Man's Curve (Ohio) Invisible trains heard at 2:22 AM Abandoned rail yards with lingering spirits True eyewitness encounters from railroad workers 🕯️ WHY RAILROADS ARE SO HAUNTED Industrial-era accidents and mass casualties Poor safety standards and brutal working conditions Residual hauntings and the Stone Tape Theory Trauma imprinted into steel, wood, and earth Time slips and looping events 🎧 LISTENER EXPERIENCES EVP recordings of train whistles Shadow figures walking the tracks Phantom lantern lights Trains seen without headlights—or bodies Cold spots inside abandoned railcars 📚 FEATURED BOOKS Haunted Railroads by Jennifer Shortridge Haunted Objects by Jennifer Shortridge Toledo's Most Haunted by Jennifer Shortridge 🔔 FOLLOW & SUPPORT THE SHOW If you enjoyed this episode: ⭐ Leave us a 5-star review 🎧 Follow 222 Paranormal Podcast wherever you listen 📲 Share this episode with a fellow paranormal enthusiast 📢 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ 222 Paranormal Podcast – All major podcast platforms 📖 Author: Jennifer Shortridge 📸 Social Media: @222ParanormalPodcast Welcome to the 222 Paranormal Podcast, your gateway to the captivating world of the supernatural. Immerse yourself in our expertly crafted episodes, where we delve deep into a wide range of paranormal phenomena, including ghostly hauntings, cryptid sightings, and unexplained mysteries that defy logic. Each episode is meticulously researched and features engaging discussions with leading experts, seasoned ghost hunters, and renowned paranormal investigators. We cover the latest advancements in ghost hunting technology, offer practical tips for both amateur and experienced investigators, and review essential equipment for your paranormal adventures. Our podcast also explores the rich history of haunted locations, sharing true stories and firsthand accounts that will send chills down your spine. Whether you're a die-hard fan of the paranormal or just curious about the unknown, our content is designed to entertain, inform, and ignite your imagination. Stay tuned as we uncover secrets from the most haunted places around the world and analyze the most intriguing supernatural events. We also provide in-depth interviews with notable figures in the field and explore theories that challenge conventional understanding of reality. By subscribing to our Paranormal Podcast, you'll stay updated with the latest episodes, allowing you to join a community of like-minded individuals who share your fascination with the unexplained. Don't miss out on our exclusive content and special features, which bring you closer to the mysteries that lie beyond our everyday experiences. Dive into the world of the unknown with our Paranormal Podcast and experience the thrill of discovering what lies just beyond the veil of reality.

498. When the Dead Refuse to Stay Silent – A Conversation with Ryan from Trapped Souls

Jan 18th, 2026 7:00 PM

Please hit subscribe and tell a freind about the show. Click here to go to our Facebook Page. https://www.facebook.com/222paranormal Click here to see Jennifers Books. https://a.co/d/2YiXNaS Click here to see Joe's Books. https://a.co/d/clC5RCk Click here for Trapped Souls Page. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560867797619 In this episode of the 222 Paranormal Podcast, Jennifer and Joe sit down with Ryan, paranormal researcher, investigator, and host of the Trapped Souls Podcast, for a dark and thought-provoking conversation about the unseen forces that may linger long after a place is abandoned. Ryan shares what first drew him into the world of paranormal investigation and how his curiosity evolved into hands-on research inside reportedly haunted locations. We explore his approach to investigating the unknown—balancing skepticism with open-mindedness—and why some locations seem to hold onto emotional and spiritual energy far longer than others. Throughout the discussion, Ryan opens up about chilling experiences from investigations, moments that challenged his understanding of reality, and encounters that stayed with him long after leaving the location. We also dive into the emotional impact of paranormal research, not just on investigators, but on witnesses and property owners who must live with unexplained activity. As host of the Trapped Souls Podcast, Ryan has created a platform where investigators, teams, and everyday people can share their experiences without fear of ridicule. We talk about the stories behind the podcast, the investigations that left the deepest impression, and why Ryan believes some spirits—or energies—may still be trapped between worlds. This episode explores haunted locations, lingering spirits, investigative methods, and the big question at the heart of paranormal research: when something doesn't move on, what does it want? Whether you're a seasoned investigator or someone fascinated by the unexplained, this conversation pulls you deep into the shadows of the paranormal. Welcome to the 222 Paranormal Podcast, your gateway to the captivating world of the supernatural. Immerse yourself in our expertly crafted episodes, where we delve deep into a wide range of paranormal phenomena, including ghostly hauntings, cryptid sightings, and unexplained mysteries that defy logic. Each episode is meticulously researched and features engaging discussions with leading experts, seasoned ghost hunters, and renowned paranormal investigators. We cover the latest advancements in ghost hunting technology, offer practical tips for both amateur and experienced investigators, and review essential equipment for your paranormal adventures. Our podcast also explores the rich history of haunted locations, sharing true stories and firsthand accounts that will send chills down your spine. Whether you're a die-hard fan of the paranormal or just curious about the unknown, our content is designed to entertain, inform, and ignite your imagination. Stay tuned as we uncover secrets from the most haunted places around the world and analyze the most intriguing supernatural events. We also provide in-depth interviews with notable figures in the field and explore theories that challenge conventional understanding of reality. By subscribing to our Paranormal Podcast, you'll stay updated with the latest episodes, allowing you to join a community of like-minded individuals who share your fascination with the unexplained. Don't miss out on our exclusive content and special features, which bring you closer to the mysteries that lie beyond our everyday experiences. Dive into the world of the unknown with our Paranormal Podcast and experience the thrill of discovering what lies just beyond the veil of reality.

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