Ghosts Below Deck: Hauntings of the USS Hornet | Grave Talks CLASSIC

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.

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! What happens when a seasoned law enforcement officer dives headfirst into the world of the unexplained? Greg Lawson—known as The Paranormal Detective—has 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 that’s part detective drama, part ghost story—because when Greg Lawson is on the case, no mystery stays buried for long. This is Part Two of our conversation. 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! What happens when a seasoned law enforcement officer dives headfirst into the world of the unexplained? Greg Lawson—known as The Paranormal Detective—has 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 that’s part detective drama, part ghost story—because when Greg Lawson is on the case, no mystery stays buried for long. 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!

When a college fabrication lab becomes more than just a place for welding and woodworking, one student starts piecing together something eerie. After multiple run-ins with strange sensations, flickering lights, and mysterious footsteps, a professor finally reveals the truth: the woodshop is haunted by the spirit of a former teacher named Todd, who died unexpectedly in the room. As more students and staff come forward with their own chilling experiences—including disembodied voices and a Christmas Eve scare—it becomes clear that Todd never really clocked out. He’s still walking the halls, turning on machines… and watching from the shadows. 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! On this classic episode of The Grave Talks, we sit down with Rachelle Rozzo and Jim Backus, two of the leading investigators of the infamous Haunted Hill View Manor. Once a facility for the elderly and mentally ill, Hill View’s halls have never truly emptied. Today, its rooms echo with unexplained voices, shadows dart through the corridors, and the elevator has a mind of its own. Are the spirits that linger here former residents, bound by memory and unfinished business? Or have others, drawn by the building’s energy, joined the party since the living moved out? Join us as we explore the stories, sightings, and spine-chilling evidence from one of Pennsylvania’s most haunted locations. 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!

When a family moves into a new home, they quickly realize they aren’t alone. It starts with the sound of footsteps upstairs when no one else is home, the laughter of a child echoing through the empty halls. But when they check, there’s no one there. At first, they try to brush it off as the creaking of an old house, but soon the activity becomes impossible to ignore. The ghostly child doesn’t just want to play; it wants something more. This episode dives into the eerie and unsettling experiences of a family haunted by a child spirit that refuses to stay unseen. Doors slam, toys move on their own, and the presence grows stronger every day. Is it a playful spirit, or is there something darker lurking beneath the surface? And why does the child remain unseen, always just out of sight?

Tony Brueski delves into the haunting history of Ford’s Theatre in Washington, D.C., where President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated. Visitors and staff claim that Lincoln’s presence still lingers, with many reporting sightings of his ghost in the box where he was shot, as well as unexplained footsteps echoing through the halls. The emotional weight of the tragedy seems to have left a lasting impression, making Ford’s Theatre one of the most historically significant—and haunted—locations in the U.S. Are these experiences the result of residual energy from that fateful night, or are they products of emotional projection? Tony explores how trauma, history, and belief intersect at Ford’s Theatre, inviting listeners to consider whether Lincoln’s final moments continue to replay not just in history books—but in the very walls of the theater itself.