From Haunted Houses to a Lifetime of the Paranormal, Part One | The Grave Talks

Melissa never searched for the paranormal. She wasn’t looking for haunted dolls or dabbling in ghost stories. But when her grandmother passed away, she inherited a small collection of porcelain dolls — tokens of sentiment that soon revealed something terrifying. The first signs were subtle. Phantom footsteps echoed down the hallway late at night. And always, the dolls sat silently in the spare bedroom, as if watching. Then came the doll that changed everything: a cowgirl dressed in boots and a hat. Quirky at first glance, but Melissa’s mother despised it instantly, claiming it gave her chills. Soon after, things escalated beyond denial. That was the breaking point. Melissa’s mom demanded the dolls leave the house. Piece by piece, Melissa rehomed them with collectors and antique shops. The cowgirl doll was the last to go — and the moment she was gone, the haunting stopped. No more footsteps. No more scratches. No more fear. But Melissa still wonders: were the dolls themselves truly haunted objects, or did they carry the energy of their past owners? Either way, this story proves one thing: sometimes, the things we bring into our homes come with baggage we’ll never understand. #HauntedDolls #RealGhostStories #TrueHaunting #ParanormalActivity #HauntedObjects #CreepyDoll #GhostStories #HauntedHouse #ScaryStories #HauntedCollection #CreepyParanormal #Hauntings Love real ghost stories? Don’t just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@realghoststoriesonline Want even more? Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access: 🍏 Apple Premium: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ad-free-advance-a-ghostly-playlist/id880791662?i=1000723754502 🤝 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/realghoststories Stay connected with us on social: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghostpodcast/ 🎶 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realghoststoriesonline 📘 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealGhostStoriesOnline/

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! For some, the fascination with the paranormal begins with ghost stories or horror movies. For Amelia Cotter, it began with a real-life encounter inside an abandoned mansion just steps away from her father’s restaurant. As a child, Amelia was drawn to the crumbling, forgotten structure that loomed nearby. She spent hours wandering its deserted halls and dusty rooms, imagining the lives of the families who once called it home. The mansion wasn’t just an empty building — it was alive with mystery, holding secrets just waiting to be uncovered. And then, one day, Amelia realized she wasn’t alone. In the silence of that decaying house, she came face to face with someone who didn’t belong to the living anymore — a presence she would later call Walter. He wasn’t a character from her imagination. He was real, a lingering spirit tied to the mansion. That single encounter would change her forever, igniting a passion for the supernatural that would shape her entire life. This chilling true story marks the beginning of Amelia’s lifelong journey into the unknown. What started as a childhood adventure turned into a career exploring haunted places, documenting experiences, and seeking answers to questions most are too afraid to ask. Was Walter trying to warn her? Was he simply attached to the home he once lived in? Or was he one of many spirits bound to that haunted mansion? Love real ghost stories? Don’t just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@realghoststoriesonline Want even more? Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access: 🍏 Apple Premium: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ad-free-advance-a-ghostly-playlist/id880791662?i=1000723754502 🤝 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/realghoststories Stay connected with us on social: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghostpodcast/ 🎶 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realghoststoriesonline 📘 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealGhostStoriesOnline/

What if a haunting refused to leave, following your family from home to home for over a decade? That’s exactly what happened to Marilyn’s nephew — a child targeted by faceless entities that whispered evil things in the dark. It began when he was just a toddler. His mother would wake to his terrified screams, only to find a black cloud-like figure looming in the corner of his room. No matter where they moved, the haunting came with them. Shadows slid under doors. Dark figures hovered in corners. And the whispers were relentless: “We’re going to kill you. We’ll steal your brother. We’ll take your dog.” The boy described them as an old man and woman with no eyes and no mouths — just gaping holes. The family tried everything: priests, blessings, rosaries. For a short time, the rosary seemed to help — until they kept vanishing from under his pillow. Nothing could stop the torment. Now ten years old, the child has learned to live with the presence, refusing to give it fear. But the faceless ones still whisper. Still threaten. Still linger. This is more than a ghost story. It’s a true haunting that proves some darkness refuses to let go. #RealGhostStories #TrueHaunting #ParanormalActivity #HauntedFamily #GhostStories #FacelessGhosts #HauntedChild #EvilWhispers #ScaryStories #DarkEntity #ParanormalEncounter #ParanormalEncounters Love real ghost stories? Don’t just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@realghoststoriesonline Want even more? Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access: 🍏 Apple Premium: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ad-free-advance-a-ghostly-playlist/id880791662?i=1000723754502 🤝 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/realghoststories Stay connected with us on social: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghostpodcast/ 🎶 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realghoststoriesonline 📘 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealGhostStoriesOnline/

Some hauntings explode into chaos—doors slamming, windows shattering, voices screaming through the night. But others slip in softly, like a whisper. A song. A presence at the edge of your bed. These are the ones that linger, the ones that claim you long before you realize it. This chilling true story begins with a four-year-old lying awake in her room. Out of the silence came a lullaby—soft, melodic, unmistakably sung in the room though no one was there. Years later, hiding under blankets with the light on, she felt someone sit beside her bed, then a hand brush her arm through the covers. Was it her grandmother who had passed before she was born—or something else entirely? By adolescence, the haunting escalated. The hallway always felt watched, the living room alive with footsteps and weight that didn’t belong. The porch screen door screeched open on its own—even when she stood watching. Then her best friend Annie began experiencing it too. At school, icy cold spots traced across their arms. At night, Annie saw a glowing figure at the foot of her bed. Together, they shared the terror of a presence that wanted them to notice. The haunting eventually faded as they grew older, but the silence that followed never felt like peace. It felt like something holding its breath, waiting. Was it a ghost? A poltergeist feeding on adolescent energy? Or something darker that had only just begun? Even now, she wonders if the lullaby was never meant to comfort her—but to claim her. #TrueGhostStory #Poltergeist #ParanormalActivity #HauntedChildhood #RealHaunting #GhostStories #CreepyStories #Supernatural #ScaryStory #HauntedHouse #TrueParanormal #LullabyHaunting  Love real ghost stories? Don’t just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@realghoststoriesonline Want even more? Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access: 🍏 Apple Premium: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ad-free-advance-a-ghostly-playlist/id880791662?i=1000723754502 🤝 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/realghoststories Stay connected with us on social: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghostpodcast/ 🎶 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realghoststoriesonline 📘 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealGhostStoriesOnline/

Some spirits linger not to frighten—but to protect. Randy from Iowa shares a deeply personal story about his grandmother’s passing just days before the birth of his son. While hospitalized, she confided in family that she feared for the baby’s safety. Tragically, she died soon after—but her warning proved true when Randy’s newborn developed severe lung problems and had to be airlifted for emergency care. Against the odds, he survived. The family later moved into Randy’s grandmother’s old home, where his son slept in her former bedroom. There, the baby was always calm—never crying, never restless. It felt as though someone invisible comforted him through the night. As the child grew older, his parents began to notice unusual moments: he would watch unseen figures move through the house, giggle at something they couldn’t see, and eventually point to a photo on the wall, saying, “That’s Nana.” For Randy, it was proof that his grandmother kept her promise—watching over the boy she never got to meet in life. #RealGhostStories #GuardianSpirit #Afterlife #ParanormalEncounter #GrandmaSpirit #GhostStoriesOnline #Supernatural #HauntedHouse #ParanormalActivity #FamilySpirit Love real ghost stories? Don’t just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@realghoststoriesonline Want even more? Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access: 🍏 Apple Premium: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ad-free-advance-a-ghostly-playlist/id880791662?i=1000723754502 🤝 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/realghoststories Stay connected with us on social: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghostpodcast/ 🎶 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realghoststoriesonline 📘 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealGhostStoriesOnline/

What would you do if you told a cat to leave—and it actually replied? That’s exactly what happened to Silvestro from Romania. Just one day after his mother tragically passed away in a house fire—a death he had eerily dreamt of the night before—Silvestro and his family moved into a cramped new home. With only one finished room, everyone slept together while trying to rebuild their lives. But one night, something strange broke the silence. He heard the sound of dripping water and assumed it was the sink or the fridge. When he got up, he saw a cat lapping milk from a cup on the table. Normal enough—except for one terrifying detail: the family didn’t own a cat. None of the neighbors did either. And the doors were locked tight. When he yelled at the cat to go away, it calmly lifted its head, looked him straight in the eye, and said: “If that is what you want, I will go.” Then it vanished. This chilling encounter left him frozen until daylight, wondering if it was a messenger, a spirit, or something much darker. #RealGhostStories #TalkingCat #ParanormalEncounter #HauntedExperiences #RomanianGhostStory #Afterlife #Supernatural #ParanormalActivity #CreepyEncounters #TrueGhostStory Love real ghost stories? Don’t just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@realghoststoriesonline Want even more? Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access: 🍏 Apple Premium: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ad-free-advance-a-ghostly-playlist/id880791662?i=1000723754502 🤝 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/realghoststories Stay connected with us on social: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghostpodcast/ 🎶 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realghoststoriesonline 📘 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealGhostStoriesOnline/

Sometimes the most ordinary-looking houses hide the darkest, most terrifying secrets. In this chilling true haunted house story from Alberta, Canada, a family’s new home quickly revealed it wasn’t empty — it was already occupied by something far more sinister. At just twelve years old, the storyteller and his brother were thrilled to move into the basement bedrooms. But their dog, Max, refused to enter. From the very first night, the basement felt wrong — heavy, oppressive, alive. Then came the strange activity: socks, keys, and toys vanishing only to reappear in impossible places. Clothes neatly folded themselves on the floor. The television flickered to children’s cartoons with no one holding the remote. And in the dead of night, high-pitched giggles echoed through the empty rooms. The brothers gave the spirit a name — Charlotte — believing it was a child ghost playing games. But the haunting escalated. One night, Charlotte climbed onto the bed, the weight of her presence pressing into the mattress. Soon, shadows darted across the hallway, doors unlocked themselves, and footsteps paced when the family was asleep. The haunting grew violent when an entire shelf ripped from the wall, leaving the children terrified. Then — just as suddenly as it began — it all stopped. When their sister later moved into the same basement, the house was quiet. No footsteps. No shadows. No giggles in the dark. Did Charlotte move on? Was she tied only to the brothers who first sensed her? Or was this a paranormal presence lying dormant, waiting for new energy to feed on? #RealGhostStories #HauntedBasement #ChildGhost #ParanormalActivity #TrueHaunting #GhostStories #FacelessChild #CreepyStories #AlbertaHaunting #Ghosts #ScaryStory #UnexplainedPhenomena Love real ghost stories? Don’t just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@realghoststoriesonline Want even more? Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access: 🍏 Apple Premium: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ad-free-advance-a-ghostly-playlist/id880791662?i=1000723754502 🤝 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/realghoststories Stay connected with us on social: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghostpodcast/ 🎶 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realghoststoriesonline 📘 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealGhostStoriesOnline/

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! Can the love we share with our pets truly transcend death? Paranormal researcher and author Nicole Strickland says yes — and her story will give you chills. Nicole has been fascinated with the supernatural since childhood, but some of her most profound experiences didn’t come from haunted houses or ghost hunts. They came from her beloved feline companions, Max and Kayli. After their passing, Nicole began to experience extraordinary moments of connection that convinced her their spirits had never really left. These weren’t fleeting dreams or wishful thinking — they were powerful, undeniable encounters that left her forever changed. Her experiences were so impactful that she wrote an entire book dedicated to them: “Max and Kayli: Two Remarkable Felines Forever Imprinted on My Heart.” In it, Nicole details the ways her cats reached out from beyond the Rainbow Bridge — proving that the afterlife isn’t just for humans, but for the animals who loved us unconditionally in life. This episode of The Grave Talks dives deep into the question: Can we truly connect with our pets after they pass away?  Whether you’ve lost a cherished cat, dog, or any other companion, Nicole’s insight offers comfort, validation, and a chilling glimpse into a side of the paranormal that’s rarely discussed. These aren’t just stories of grief — they’re stories of eternal love, true connection, and the enduring spirit of our animal companions. This is Part Two of our conversation. For more about Nicole Strickland and her work, visit authornicolestrickland.com, Love real ghost stories? Don’t just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@realghoststoriesonline Want even more? Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access: 🍏 Apple Premium: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ad-free-advance-a-ghostly-playlist/id880791662?i=1000723754502 🤝 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/realghoststories Stay connected with us on social: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghostpodcast/ 🎶 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realghoststoriesonline 📘 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealGhostStoriesOnline/

Buckle in for a 2-hour marathon of true ghost stories, chilling EVPs, terrifying calls, and unforgettable banter. This full uncut episode of Real Ghost Stories Online Live brings together everything fans love about the show — terrifying first-hand encounters with the supernatural, hilarious tangents, and thoughtful reflections on what it all means.  Here’s what you’ll hear in this episode: The EVP at the Haunted TB Hospital: A child’s voice captured in an abandoned tuberculosis ward shocks investigators. The Phantom White Dog & Ouija Board Lilac: A childhood home haunted by a ghostly pet and something much darker unleashed by a Ouija board. The Curse of Number 26: A listener haunted by synchronicities — and three shocking roulette spins in a row. The Lady in the Red Dress: Two young sisters witness a glamorous, heartbroken apparition vanish by their swing set. Cemetery Spirits & Astral Projection: A son sees ghosts waving from the graveyard, and another caller shares a bizarre astral projection experience that left behind physical evidence. Evelyn & the Sailor’s Dream: A porcelain-faced apparition terrifies house-sitters, while a visitation dream of a grandfather welcomed by fellow sailors leaves us in awe. Throughout the night, Tony, Carol, and Todd weave in their signature style — a mix of humor, skepticism, and heartfelt curiosity. Expect everything from thoughtful analysis of visitation dreams to absurd riffs about Burger King chicken fries, Folgers ghost commercials, and ghosts sending text shorthand like “BRB.” This is Real Ghost Stories Online Live at its best: raw, unpredictable, and unforgettable. What’s the scariest paranormal experience YOU’VE ever had? Drop it in the comments — we’d love to hear it. #ghoststories #paranormal #haunting #realghoststories #supernatural #ghosthunters #EVP #OuijaBoard #creepy #afterlife  Love real ghost stories? Don’t just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@realghoststoriesonline Want even more? Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access: 🍏 Apple Premium: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ad-free-advance-a-ghostly-playlist/id880791662?i=1000723754502 🤝 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/realghoststories Stay connected with us on social: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghostpodcast/ 🎶 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realghoststoriesonline 📘 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealGhostStoriesOnline/

Some hauntings never stay behind. They don’t belong to a single house, a single street, or even a single family. They follow. They spread. They claim what they want, and sometimes the only thing left behind is ash.  The first house seemed ordinary enough, until a second attic was discovered—hidden, sealed, as if waiting to be opened. Soon after, the sightings began. A tall, gaunt man in outdated clothing walked the halls with deliberate steps, never acknowledging the living, never fading when seen. Friends spotted him in windows. They saw him walking up porches blocks away. He wasn’t tied to walls—he was tied to them. When the family moved to West 4th Street, the figure followed. The upstairs hallway was a gauntlet of dread. Boots stomped overhead where no floor existed. A photo frame drifted across a room. A baby pointed to an empty staircase and whispered “Mamaw”—naming the grandmother she had never met. And the violence didn’t stop there. Voices whispered, doors locked themselves, bushes grabbed at clothes, and even a turtle-shaped candy dish snapped open as if alive. And then, one by one, the neighborhood burned. Houses, factories, entire blocks reduced to ash. Finally, the house itself caught fire and collapsed. But the haunting didn’t end. Because sometimes fire doesn’t cleanse—it only frees what was already there. This is the true haunting of East 2nd and West 4th Street. And the tall man? He’s still walking. #HauntedHouse #TrueGhostStory #RealHaunting #ParanormalEncounters #GhostStories #ScaryStory #Supernatural #HauntedMidwest #TrueParanormal #CreepyStories #HauntedHistory #Ghosts Love real ghost stories? Don’t just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@realghoststoriesonline Want even more? Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access: 🍏 Apple Premium: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ad-free-advance-a-ghostly-playlist/id880791662?i=1000723754502 🤝 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/realghoststories Stay connected with us on social: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghostpodcast/ 🎶 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realghoststoriesonline 📘 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealGhostStoriesOnline/