A Conversation with Jim Harold | Grave Talks CLASSIC

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! Booming derricks, Jazz Age decadence, and a fortune gushing straight from the California earth—Greystone 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 mansion’s turbulent history, spanning oil booms, scandal, and a lingering darkness that refuses to leave. Step past the wrought-iron gates and discover why Greystone’s grandeur is matched only by its ghosts. If you enjoy our interviews and conversations about "The Dead," why not listen ad-free? Become a Premium Supporter of The Grave Talks Through Apple Podcasts or Patreon (http://www.patreon.com/thegravetalks) There, you will get: Access to every episode of our show, AD-FREE! Access to every episode of our show before everyone else! Other EXCLUSIVE supporter perks and more!

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! Before “podcasting” was even a buzzword, Jim Harold was sitting around a virtual campfire collecting everyone’s creepiest true-life tales. Now—thousands of episodes later—he’s the paranormal world’s 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 it’s like to spend decades knee-deep in Ouija boards, black-eyed kids, and callers who casually mention, “Oh, by the way, the demon is still here.” From podcast infancy to today’s booming fright-fest, Jim shares the highs, the how-did-I-get-here’s, and why the unexplained never gets old. Become a Premium Supporter of The Grave Talks Through Apple Podcasts or Patreon (http://www.patreon.com/thegravetalks) There, you will get: Access to every episode of our show, AD-FREE! Access to every episode of our show before everyone else! Other EXCLUSIVE supporter perks and more!

A family’s dream of owning a lake house turns into a nightmare when they discover that they’re not the only ones living there. At first, the family chalks up the strange occurrences to the quirks of an old house—creaky floors, cold drafts, and doors that don’t 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 mansion’s 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 Midwest’s 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 calls—and 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" poster—and the funeral home feels... peaceful. For now. This is a daily EXTRA from The Grave Talks. Grave Confessions is an extra daily dose of true paranormal ghost stories told by the people who survived them! If you have a Grave Confession, Call it in 24/7 at 1-888-GHOST-13 (1-888-446-7813) Subscribe to get all of our true ghost stories EVERY DAY! Visit http://www.thegravetalks.com Please support us on Patreon and get access to our AD-FREE ARCHIVE, ADVANCE EPISODES & MORE at http://www.patreon.com/thegravetalks

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! In the 1850s, Kansas was a battleground—not just politically, but literally—as 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 again—and 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 Become a GRAVE KEEPER and get access to ALL of our EPISODES - AD FREE, BONUS EPISODES & ADVANCE EPISODES!!! Sign up through Apple Podcast Channel or Patreon. Sign up through Apple Podcasts or Patreon http://www.patreon.com/thegravetalk

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! In the 1850s, Kansas was a battleground—not just politically, but literally—as 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 again—and 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 Become a GRAVE KEEPER and get access to ALL of our EPISODES - AD FREE, BONUS EPISODES & ADVANCE EPISODES!!! Sign up through Apple Podcast Channel or Patreon. Sign up through Apple Podcasts or Patreon http://www.patreon.com/thegravetalks 

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! History books say the USS Hornet was decommissioned in 1970—yet 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 officers’ quarters where unseen hands slam hatches shut. Hear first-hand accounts from docents, veterans, and investigators who’ve 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 Hornet’s 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.  Become a Premium Supporter of The Grave Talks Through Apple Podcasts or Patreon (http://www.patreon.com/thegravetalks) There, you will get: Access to every episode of our show, AD-FREE! Access to every episode of our show before everyone else! Other EXCLUSIVE supporter perks and more!

The darkness holds many secrets, but in this episode, it’s the whispers that are the most terrifying. Late at night, when the house is quiet, the storyteller begins to hear faint whispers—voices that seem to come from the walls themselves. At first, they’re 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 storyteller’s 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 venue’s 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 hauntings—fragments of the past replaying endlessly within the theater’s walls. But could there be more to these experiences? Tony explores both paranormal and psychological theories, questioning whether the theater’s storied history has created the perfect setting for ghostly encounters—or if the mysteries of the Paramount are simply part of the show.