Learning to Talk to the Dead, Part One | Grave Talks CLASSIC

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/

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! What if the first ghost you ever saw was your own grandfather… appearing in the middle of the night with a chilling message from beyond the grave? This is the true story of Dennis Estlock, a man whose life was forever changed the moment his deceased grandfather returned to deliver words he would never forget: “I love you… be a good boy.” At just a young age, Dennis realized there was more to life — and death — than most people would ever understand. That haunting night marked the beginning of a lifelong journey into the world of spirits, shadows, and messages from the other side. But this gift did not come without warnings. Soon after, his deceased grandmother appeared to him as well. Her message was different — cautionary, even ominous. She told him to guard his gift, to protect it, because it was something powerful and dangerous if misused. That chilling warning would follow Dennis through life, shaping how he approached his ability to communicate with the dead. From whispers in the dark to shocking validations, Dennis Estlock grew into someone who could not only sense the spirits of the departed but also carry their messages into the world of the living. But what does it really feel like to hear the dead? Why are some chosen with this gift, while others remain blind to the spirit world? This is not a movie. This is not fiction. This is a real haunting, a true story of one man learning to live with the ability to connect with the dead. His journey raises terrifying questions about fate, family, and what really waits for us after we die. This is Part Two of our conversation. #HauntedHouse #TrueStory #RealHaunting #Ghosts #ParanormalActivity #SpeakingWithTheDead #GhostStories #CreepyEncounters #RealGhostStories #Afterlife #SpiritWorld #Supernatural 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! What if the first ghost you ever saw was your own grandfather… appearing in the middle of the night with a chilling message from beyond the grave? This is the true story of Dennis Estlock, a man whose life was forever changed the moment his deceased grandfather returned to deliver words he would never forget: “I love you… be a good boy.” At just a young age, Dennis realized there was more to life — and death — than most people would ever understand. That haunting night marked the beginning of a lifelong journey into the world of spirits, shadows, and messages from the other side. But this gift did not come without warnings. Soon after, his deceased grandmother appeared to him as well. Her message was different — cautionary, even ominous. She told him to guard his gift, to protect it, because it was something powerful and dangerous if misused. That chilling warning would follow Dennis through life, shaping how he approached his ability to communicate with the dead. From whispers in the dark to shocking validations, Dennis Estlock grew into someone who could not only sense the spirits of the departed but also carry their messages into the world of the living. But what does it really feel like to hear the dead? Why are some chosen with this gift, while others remain blind to the spirit world? This is not a movie. This is not fiction. This is a real haunting, a true story of one man learning to live with the ability to connect with the dead. His journey raises terrifying questions about fate, family, and what really waits for us after we die. #HauntedHouse #TrueStory #RealHaunting #Ghosts #ParanormalActivity #SpeakingWithTheDead #GhostStories #CreepyEncounters #RealGhostStories #Afterlife #SpiritWorld #Supernatural 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! Before it became a sprawling 12,000-square-foot estate, the Cheney Mansion in Jerseyville, Illinois, began as the humble Red House in 1827. Built as the area’s first frame house, it stood with just two rooms upstairs and two rooms downstairs. Yet even in its early days, the property became more than just a family home. It served as a stagecoach stop for weary travelers, a lively tavern, a doctor’s office, and even a bank. Most remarkably, its cistern is believed to have hidden enslaved people seeking freedom along the Underground Railroad—adding a powerful layer of human history to its walls. Over the decades, the Red House grew into the Cheney Mansion, a place of grandeur and prominence in Jerseyville. Thanks to the tireless efforts of local volunteers, it remains in remarkable condition today. But some believe that its well-preserved beauty is only part of the story. Many say the spirits of former residents and visitors never left. Among them is P.D. Cheney himself, whose presence is often felt within the mansion’s historic halls. Reports of unexplained sounds, mysterious figures, and an undeniable energy have convinced many that the mansion is still very much alive with ghostly activity. From stagecoach guests who never checked out to long-past owners still keeping watch, the Cheney Mansion is a site where history and the paranormal intertwine. This is Part Two of our conversation. Today on The Grave Talks, we sit down with Roger Scheffel to explore the incredible history and chilling hauntings of this Illinois landmark. #HauntedHouse #HauntedIllinois #TheGraveTalks #GhostStories #HauntedHistory #HauntedMansion #UndergroundRailroad #HistoricHauntings #HauntedPlaces #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/

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/

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! Before it became a sprawling 12,000-square-foot estate, the Cheney Mansion in Jerseyville, Illinois, began as the humble Red House in 1827. Built as the area’s first frame house, it stood with just two rooms upstairs and two rooms downstairs. Yet even in its early days, the property became more than just a family home. It served as a stagecoach stop for weary travelers, a lively tavern, a doctor’s office, and even a bank. Most remarkably, its cistern is believed to have hidden enslaved people seeking freedom along the Underground Railroad—adding a powerful layer of human history to its walls. Over the decades, the Red House grew into the Cheney Mansion, a place of grandeur and prominence in Jerseyville. Thanks to the tireless efforts of local volunteers, it remains in remarkable condition today. But some believe that its well-preserved beauty is only part of the story. Many say the spirits of former residents and visitors never left. Among them is P.D. Cheney himself, whose presence is often felt within the mansion’s historic halls. Reports of unexplained sounds, mysterious figures, and an undeniable energy have convinced many that the mansion is still very much alive with ghostly activity. From stagecoach guests who never checked out to long-past owners still keeping watch, the Cheney Mansion is a site where history and the paranormal intertwine. Today on The Grave Talks, we sit down with Roger Scheffel to explore the incredible history and chilling hauntings of this Illinois landmark. #HauntedHouse #HauntedIllinois #TheGraveTalks #GhostStories #HauntedHistory #HauntedMansion #UndergroundRailroad #HistoricHauntings #HauntedPlaces #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/

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/

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! In 1929, the Egyptian Theatre in DeKalb, Illinois, opened its doors just as the Great Depression began. Built in the style of ancient Egypt, it became one of over 100 theaters inspired by the discovery of King Tut’s tomb. For nearly a century, it has been a community landmark, hosting vaudeville shows, films, concerts, and events. But beneath the glamour and golden décor lies another story—one steeped in the paranormal. The Egyptian Theatre is said to be home to at least six distinct spirits. Witnesses report encounters with a woman in green, a loyal supporter named Irv who refuses to leave, and even the presence of a young girl whose laughter still echoes long after shows end. These phantoms seem tied to both the vaudeville era and modern times, suggesting the building is alive with history that refuses to rest. In this episode of The Grave Talks, we sit down with marketing and communications director Jeanine Holcomb to explore the haunted legacy of the Egyptian Theatre, its ghosts, and the stories that keep audiences coming back for more than just the shows. This is Part Two of our conversation. #EgyptianTheatre #HauntedTheatre #GhostStories #TheGraveTalks #HauntedIllinois #ParanormalHistory #LadyInGreen #HauntedPlaces #VaudevilleGhosts #HauntedEgyptian 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! In 1929, the Egyptian Theatre in DeKalb, Illinois, opened its doors just as the Great Depression began. Built in the style of ancient Egypt, it became one of over 100 theaters inspired by the discovery of King Tut’s tomb. For nearly a century, it has been a community landmark, hosting vaudeville shows, films, concerts, and events. But beneath the glamour and golden décor lies another story—one steeped in the paranormal. The Egyptian Theatre is said to be home to at least six distinct spirits. Witnesses report encounters with a woman in green, a loyal supporter named Irv who refuses to leave, and even the presence of a young girl whose laughter still echoes long after shows end. These phantoms seem tied to both the vaudeville era and modern times, suggesting the building is alive with history that refuses to rest. In this episode of The Grave Talks, we sit down with marketing and communications director Jeanine Holcomb to explore the haunted legacy of the Egyptian Theatre, its ghosts, and the stories that keep audiences coming back for more than just the shows. #EgyptianTheatre #HauntedTheatre #GhostStories #TheGraveTalks #HauntedIllinois #ParanormalHistory #LadyInGreen #HauntedPlaces #VaudevilleGhosts #HauntedEgyptian 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! What happens when a haunting isn’t just eerie—but violent? As a child, Jeff Konkel and his family endured two months in a house that seemed alive with rage. Objects didn’t just move—they were weaponized. Bee-bees shot through the air with the force of a rifle. Kitchen knives buried themselves deep into solid oak cabinets. And at night, a grown man was yanked off his bed by an unseen force. This wasn’t imagination. It was an assault from something beyond. And it left Jeff with more than just terrifying memories—it left him with a lifelong mission to seek answers. Why are we surrounded by forces we cannot see? What drives some spirits to lash out violently while others linger quietly in the shadows? In this episode of The Grave Talks, Jeff Konkel shares his story of survival, trauma, and discovery. This is more than a ghost story—it’s the tale of a haunting that changed everything. This is Part Two of our conversation. #HauntedHouse #ParanormalTrauma #TheGraveTalks #GhostStories #ViolentHaunting #JeffKonkel #RealGhostStories #UnseenForces #HauntedPlaces #Poltergeist 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/