The Grave Talks | Haunted, Paranormal & Supernatural

On this episode, we dig into a chilling tale of betrayal, loss, and unresolved mysteries. In the shadow of a centuries-old castle, one traveler’s quest for peace takes a sinister turn as they uncover a tragic story buried beneath layers of history. Was it merely coincidence, or did the restless spirit of a wronged servant seek their help from beyond the grave?

Through eerie photographs, cryptic clues, and a final confrontation with the unknown, this episode unravels the secrets of Stillwood Castle—and leaves us asking, what else lies hidden in its haunted halls?

On this episode, Tony Brueski digs into the enigmatic history of Louisville's Brown Hotel, a landmark renowned for its opulent architecture and alleged hauntings. We'll explore the life of its founder, J. Graham Brown, whose presence is said to linger within the hotel's storied halls. 

From unexplained elevator stops on the mysterious 15th floor to the lingering scent of cigar smoke, join us as we unravel the tales and testimonies that contribute to the Brown Hotel's reputation as one of Kentucky's most haunted establishments.

What happens when a soul seems born between two worlds? From the moment he stopped breathing as a premature baby, the veil between life and death never fully closed for this caller. In this unforgettable Grave Confession, he shares a lifetime of unexplained experiences—ranging from a lost little girl named Elizabeth he met using dowsing rods, to a dark, faceless man who appeared on the stairs of his historic home. We hear of spirits haunting the halls of the high school where he works, a ghostly visit from his recently deceased grandmother, and a chilling encounter inside a local mu...

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Steve and Judy Skinner wanted to buy a haunted house. They’d been lifelong skeptics, but after a paranormal experience in Eureka Springs, they wanted to know more about the paranormal. As a doctor, Steve wanted to study and experience the paranormal properly, so he needed a “lab.” A place of their own, where nothing could be manipulated. And in 2018, they found just what they were looking for in the small town of Brumley, Missouri…the Haunted Castle House.

They soon realized they had purchased a very active home. In fact...

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Steve and Judy Skinner wanted to buy a haunted house. They’d been lifelong skeptics, but after a paranormal experience in Eureka Springs, they wanted to know more about the paranormal. As a doctor, Steve wanted to study and experience the paranormal properly, so he needed a “lab.” A place of their own, where nothing could be manipulated. And in 2018, they found just what they were looking for in the small town of Brumley, Missouri…the Haunted Castle House.

They soon realized they had purchased a very active home. In fact...

On this episode, we dig into a chilling tale of unexplained phenomena. A young woman in a quiet rural town begins to experience strange occurrences following a tragic accident that claimed the lives of two friends. From shadowy figures on the road to objects appearing where they shouldn’t, her once-tranquil life descends into a spiral of paranoia, emotional manipulation, and unanswered questions.

As she seeks to unravel the mystery, the lines between the natural and supernatural blur, leaving her and her boyfriend grappling with a presence that seems intent on tearing them apart. Is it a message fr...

On this episode, Tony Brueski digs into the dark and mysterious history of the Sallie House in Atchison, Kansas. Known as one of the most haunted homes in America, the Sallie House has terrified visitors and investigators alike with reports of violent scratches, disembodied voices, and inexplicable apparitions. But who—or what—is behind the chaos? Is it the spirit of a young girl, as local legend suggests, or something far more sinister?

Through firsthand accounts, documented evidence, and expert insights, Tony unravels the unsettling truth of this infamous home. From the tragic tales of its past to the...

What happens after we die? It was a question this listener and his father—an inquisitive aerospace engineer—asked each other countless times throughout their lives. After battling alcoholism and emotional isolation, his father passed away at 54. What came next was unexpected: a series of strange, quiet manifestations inside the listener’s home. For days, a column of smoke—like incense, but scentless—appeared in empty rooms, always lingering, always visible…until one night, his girlfriend saw it too. Her simple words changed everything: “It’s your dad.” Together, they asked aloud if it was him—and what happened next was quiet, peaceful...

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Jeff Walker wasn’t expecting a paranormal awakening on his late-night run—but that’s exactly what he got.  That single moment would reroute the course of his life. Fueled by questions and a need for understanding, Jeff soon found himself pulled deeper into the world of the supernatural—eventually landing him a job at none other than the famously haunted Bell Mansion.

What did he really see that night? Was it a spirit, an elemental, or something far stranger? In Part Two of our conversation, Jeff shares the beginning...

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Jeff Walker wasn’t expecting a paranormal awakening on his late-night run—but that’s exactly what he got.  That single moment would reroute the course of his life. Fueled by questions and a need for understanding, Jeff soon found himself pulled deeper into the world of the supernatural—eventually landing him a job at none other than the famously haunted Bell Mansion.

What did he really see that night? Was it a spirit, an elemental, or something far stranger? In Part One of our conversation, Jeff shares the beginning...

On this episode, we dig into a chilling tale of love, loss, and the unexplainable. A family’s home, steeped in tragedy, becomes the stage for shadowy encounters and subtle phenomena that leave more questions than answers. Is the presence watching from the shadows a lost soul, or is it something far more sinister?

Through a heartfelt letter, a young woman shares her journey from innocent curiosity to an encounter that forever changes her understanding of the unseen. Join us as we unravel the threads of a story where the past refuses to rest, and the echoes of on...

On this episode, Tony Brueski digs into the mysterious and chilling tales of Brooklyn Navy Yard in New York City. With a history dating back to 1801, this industrial hub has seen its fair share of triumphs—and tragedies. From tragic workplace accidents to eerie reports of ghostly machinery operating in empty warehouses, the Navy Yard’s dark history looms large.  

Join Tony as he unravels the stories of shadowy figures, unexplained noises, and the theories behind these hauntings.  Is it residual energy left behind by workers who gave their lives, or is there a more rational explanation? Prepare to que...

On March 27, 1981, at a secret underground facility linked to Area 51 and Edwards Air Force Base, 68 people died in a single, mysterious incident. One man—stationed in supply logistics with top-secret clearance—claims he was the sole survivor. What he saw that day was no ordinary aircraft: a craft so advanced it defied explanation, guarded in a World War II-era hangar and surrounded by elite forces. The aftermath was just as chilling—days of intense debriefings by Pentagon officials, sudden discharge from the Air Force, and a lifetime of encounters with forces both technological and spiritual. In this episode, he breaks 40 years...

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Kevin Killen is the first to admit—he never asked for a life surrounded by the paranormal. But from the time he was a child, strange knocking on the walls and unexplainable voices seemed to follow him. As he grew older, the activity didn’t fade—it intensified. A dark entity once latched onto him so strongly that it nearly altered his personality. And now, working in a substance abuse treatment facility, Kevin continues to witness eerie shadow figures and malevolent presences lurking in the corners. Are they drawn to the energy...

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Kevin Killen is the first to admit—he never asked for a life surrounded by the paranormal. But from the time he was a child, strange knocking on the walls and unexplainable voices seemed to follow him. As he grew older, the activity didn’t fade—it intensified. A dark entity once latched onto him so strongly that it nearly altered his personality. And now, working in a substance abuse treatment facility, Kevin continues to witness eerie shadow figures and malevolent presences lurking in the corners. Are they drawn to the energy...

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What drives a team of seasoned paranormal investigators to keep exploring the unknown for over two decades? For Brian, Robert, and Jeff of Pee Dee Paranormal, the answer lies buried in the haunted remnants of schools-turned-asylums, homes plagued by demonic fallout from Ouija boards, and the countless souls still crying out for help. From the Carolinas and beyond, this team has seen it all—and still feels the pull to help both the living and the dead make peace with what lingers. In this episode, we dive into some of their mo...

On this episode, we dig into a chilling tale from the heart of Louisiana. What begins as subtle whispers in the night quickly spirals into a series of eerie and unexplainable events that leave a young family questioning the very ground they live on. From strange voices and phantom footsteps to the flickering of lights and alarming historical revelations, this story will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Join us as we explore the intersection of faith, fear, and the unknown in a town steeped in supernatural folklore. Could this family be confronting the restless spirits...

On this episode, Tony Brueski digs into the chilling history of Omaha’s Museum of Shadows, a 19th-century house with a dark past that’s now one of the most haunted attractions in America. This episode explores the fine line between history and horror, from its murderous legacy to eerie light anomalies and spine-tingling EVP recordings.  

Is it the house itself or the haunted artifacts within that drive visitors to feel the icy touch of the paranormal? Join Tony as he uncovers the lingering mysteries of a site that refuses to let its secrets rest.

From a small missionary house in rural Puerto Rico to her own quiet bedroom decades later, she’s been haunted not by what she’s seen—but by what she’s heard. First came the unmistakable scrape and drop of chairs being moved in the dead of night, in a locked home where no one else was inside. Years later, the ghostly combination of human snoring and crochet needles clicking—sounds that could only belong to her mother—filled her room, even though her mother was still alive. And then, after watching The Conjuring 2, the most terrifying experience of all: two nights o...

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Forests are often seen as magical places—quiet, vast, and full of wonder. But for Jay Gridley, the forest near his childhood home held far more than just birds, trees, and winding trails. It held secrets. As a young boy, Jay discovered that he wasn’t alone in those woods. Not by a long shot. Hidden among the roots and branches was a group of playmates who didn’t quite belong to this world—spirit friends who seemed just as curious about him as he was about them. Were they protectors? Lost souls? Or somethin...

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Forests are often seen as magical places—quiet, vast, and full of wonder. But for Jay Gridley, the forest near his childhood home held far more than just birds, trees, and winding trails. It held secrets. As a young boy, Jay discovered that he wasn’t alone in those woods. Not by a long shot. Hidden among the roots and branches was a group of playmates who didn’t quite belong to this world—spirit friends who seemed just as curious about him as he was about them. Were they protectors? Lost souls? Or somethin...

From childhood, Michelle Lemke-Budke was visited by spirits. But what once felt like a terrifying burden became her life’s calling. Today, Michelle is the founder and lead investigator of First City Paranormal of Kansas, a psychic medium, and intuitive empath dedicated to guiding both the living and the dead. She enters homes, businesses—even prisons—confronting the lost and restless to help them find peace. Her journey, chronicled in the book Against the Forbidden Darkness: A Medium and Her Struggle to Save Souls, reveals the chilling encounters that shaped her path. In this episode, Michelle shares her most powerful experi...

On this episode, we dig into a story that blurs the line between the explainable and the paranormal. A childhood memory of a table-tipping session—meant to entertain neighbors—takes an unexpected turn when unseen forces seem to take control.

Join us as we unravel the unsettling events of that night, the chilling aftermath, and the questions that linger to this day. Did something truly otherworldly happen, or is the human mind capable of conjuring experiences too real to dismiss?

On this episode, Tony Brueski digs into the chilling history of Niagara Falls’ Screaming Tunnel—a mysterious limestone passage shrouded in ghostly folklore and spine-tingling tales. From its origins as a humble drainage passage beneath railway tracks to its infamous reputation as a hotspot for paranormal activity, the Screaming Tunnel has captivated skeptics and believers alike.  

Join us as we uncover the eerie accounts of disembodied screams, shadowy figures, and unexplained phenomena that continue to puzzle investigators and thrill seekers. Could it all be a case of psychological suggestion, or is there something more sinister lurking in the shado...

When Kathy and Randy bought their dream home—a sprawling, castle-shaped house on farmland—they expected renovations, not roommates from beyond the grave. From the heavy clomp of unseen work boots to the metallic jingle of nails and screws, the sounds of a long-dead builder seemed to echo through the halls. Then came the most unnerving twist—scribbled crayon marks appearing on the walls… in colors no one owned, at child height, in a house without children. With help from a friend in a paranormal society, the activity came to a sudden and permanent halt—but not before leaving everyone wondering...

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Are the shadows growing darker in today’s world? From senseless acts of violence to moments of unexplainable cruelty, some believe that demonic forces have always been pulling strings behind the scenes—quietly influencing, quietly destroying. But are those forces becoming bolder? More present? In this episode of The Grave Talks, demonologist James Annitto joins the conversation to explore the unsettling role demons may play in our modern society. We dig into their ancient origins, the signs of their presence throughout history, and the troubling patterns emerging in recent years. Are thes...

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Are the shadows growing darker in today’s world? From senseless acts of violence to moments of unexplainable cruelty, some believe that demonic forces have always been pulling strings behind the scenes—quietly influencing, quietly destroying. But are those forces becoming bolder? More present? In this episode of The Grave Talks, demonologist James Annitto joins the conversation to explore the unsettling role demons may play in our modern society. We dig into their ancient origins, the signs of their presence throughout history, and the troubling patterns emerging in recent years. Are thes...

From childhood, Michelle Lemke-Budke was visited by spirits. But what once felt like a terrifying burden became her life’s calling. Today, Michelle is the founder and lead investigator of First City Paranormal of Kansas, a psychic medium, and intuitive empath dedicated to guiding both the living and the dead. She enters homes, businesses—even prisons—confronting the lost and restless to help them find peace. Her journey, chronicled in the book Against the Forbidden Darkness: A Medium and Her Struggle to Save Souls, reveals the chilling encounters that shaped her path. In this episode, Michelle shares her most powerful experi...

On this episode, we dig into a chilling story that begins with an innocent teenage experiment but evolves into a decade-long encounter with the unexplained. From the eerie voice captured in a crumbling stone cellar to doors opening unbidden in the dead of night, the events leave our storyteller—and us—wondering what might be lurking beyond our understanding.

On this episode, Tony Brueski digs into the haunting legacy of the Tabor Opera House in Leadville, Colorado. From its grand opening during the silver boom to its modern-day reputation as one of America’s most haunted theaters, this episode unravels the chilling accounts of performers and patrons who may never have left. 

With reports of shadowy figures, phantom applause, and unexplained whispers, Tony takes you on a journey through history and mystery. Was it the passion of the arts or the tragedy of the Tabors that left such a powerful impression? 

A relaxing spa day with friends was supposed to be all about calm music, scented oils, and letting the stress melt away. Instead, one massage therapist’s quiet voice cut through the hum with a startling message: “Everything’s going to be okay.” What followed was an unexpected psychic reading, a revelation about a long-deceased friend, and an even bigger shock—a family gift the storyteller never knew she had. But with new awareness came new activity: sudden fear in her own home, whispers with no source, and the uneasy feeling that something unseen was trying to step closer.

If you...

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On frigid Michigan nights, young Josh Morris would hear the crunch of footsteps in the snow—yet no one was there. Disembodied voices whispered words he could never quite understand. And sometimes, a ghostly woman would drift silently through the dark, tucking children into bed before vanishing into thin air. These chilling and unexplainable encounters didn’t just frighten Josh—they set him on a lifelong journey into the world of the paranormal. Josh shares the experiences that shaped his curiosity, the cases that left him questioning reality, and the moments that c...

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On frigid Michigan nights, young Josh Morris would hear the crunch of footsteps in the snow—yet no one was there. Disembodied voices whispered words he could never quite understand. And sometimes, a ghostly woman would drift silently through the dark, tucking children into bed before vanishing into thin air. These chilling and unexplainable encounters didn’t just frighten Josh—they set him on a lifelong journey into the world of the paranormal. Josh shares the experiences that shaped his curiosity, the cases that left him questioning reality, and the moments that c...

On this episode, we dig into a chilling tale of a childhood marked by unseen forces. The protagonist’s life is shadowed by inexplicable occurrences that seem to follow them into adulthood. What begins as simple moments of fear soon spirals into an ongoing struggle against dark entities, culminating in encounters that defy explanation. Could these paranormal forces have a deeper connection to the protagonist’s own family history? 

On this episode, Tony Brueski digs into the chilling legend of the Donkey Lady Bridge in San Antonio, Texas. With reports of shadowy figures, terrifying screams, and phantom hoofbeats, this haunted landmark has captured imaginations and sparked debate for decades. What lies beneath the surface of these spine-tingling encounters? 

Join Tony as he delves into the origins of the legend, the history of the bridge, and firsthand accounts from those brave enough to venture there after dark. Are these tales rooted in reality, or are they merely a reflection of our deepest fears? Buckle up for a journey i...

At sixteen, a night of “harmless” ghost hunting in a notorious cemetery turned into something out of a full-blown horror film. With a Ouija board in the middle of a graveyard steeped in occult history, the planchette spelled out a name tied to death itself—then warned them to run. What followed was a rush of freezing fog, an inhuman scream circling the forest, friends frozen in terror, and a towering black figure with burning red eyes stepping out of the darkness. Trapped between panic and paralysis, they fought to escape as laughter, screeches, and something far worse chased them all th...

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From her earliest memories, Joni Mayhan’s world was shadowed by the paranormal—literally. As a child, she saw shadows dance across her bedroom walls, heard disembodied voices, and was haunted by an eerie ringing no one else could hear. Brushed off as an overactive imagination, she learned to suppress her sensitivity—until her late teens, when the door to the other side swung open again. It wasn’t long before she found herself living in a house claimed by the hostile ghost of an old man who made it clear they wer...

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From her earliest memories, Joni Mayhan’s world was shadowed by the paranormal—literally. As a child, she saw shadows dance across her bedroom walls, heard disembodied voices, and was haunted by an eerie ringing no one else could hear. Brushed off as an overactive imagination, she learned to suppress her sensitivity—until her late teens, when the door to the other side swung open again. It wasn’t long before she found herself living in a house claimed by the hostile ghost of an old man who made it clear they wer...

On this episode, we dig into the chilling account of a bartender who came face to face with something—or someone—unnatural in the shadows of a historic pub. From unexplained cold spots to a grinning figure that defied logic, this story blends psychological tension with undeniable paranormal encounters.

Join us as we uncover the history of this haunted establishment, the escalating encounters that drove staff and patrons to the edge, and one man’s defiance against the unknown. What truly resides in the shadows of the third floor?

On this episode, Tony Brueski digs into the haunting history of Toronto’s iconic Keg Mansion. From its origins as a stunning Victorian Gothic home to its transformation into one of the city’s most popular dining spots, this mansion carries more than just the weight of history—it’s said to host lingering spirits.  

Join Tony as he delves into the chilling tale of a heartbroken maid, unexplained footsteps, and shadowy figures that continue to unnerve visitors. With a critical lens on both paranormal and rational explanations, we explore the mysteries that make this landmark a hotspot for ghost...