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Extraordinary stories are happening out in the world every day. Experience intimate tales of the paranormal with a wide variety of guests, ranging from amateurs to experts, to your neighbor next door. Topics include but aren't limited to ghosts, UFOs, cryptids, and psychic phenomena. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Walking the Veil: Faith, Mediumship, and the Paranormal Journey of Casey Maxwell
On this episode of Don’t Turn Around , I welcome artist, holistic practitioner, and psychic medium Casey Maxwell . Casey’s path into the paranormal began with a luminous childhood encounter and has carried her through a life of intuition, exploration, and service to others. We talk about what it means to grow up balancing spiritual gifts against religious conditioning, and how living off-grid in…
The Living History of Linville with Winn Brewer
In this episode, we return to the haunted halls of Linville Manor —a place where history, family tradition, and the paranormal intersect in powerful ways. Winn Brewer shares new stories from recent investigations, including some surprising moments that highlight just how deeply personal paranormal encounters can be. We talk about: The unique energy of Linville Manor and what makes it stand apart…
Haunted Caves, UFO Nights, and the Occult Side of Science with Jessica Chobot
In this episode of Don’t Turn Around , I sit down with Jessica Chobot—writer, host, gamer, paranormal explorer, and creator of the Culture Shock podcast. You might know Jessica from IGN , Nerdist News , Bizarre States , or Expedition X . But tonight, we go deeper into her lifelong fascination with the strange and unexplained. Jessica shares how childhood encounters with Unsolved Mysteries ,…
Phantom Trucks, Headless Children, UFOs, and more - It Came from the Web
On this brunch edition of It Came from the Web, we visit Cresson State Correctional Institute where shadow figures and spectral voices abound, discuss phantom trucks, lake monsters, and puzzle out strange lights in the sky -- and of course much, much more. Thank you Don't Turn Around community for being a part of the experience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Into the Woods with Timothy Renner: Power of Place, Fear, and the Other
In this episode of Don’t Turn Around , I welcome back Timothy Renner—author, illustrator, musician, and host of Strange Familiars . Timothy has long explored the boundaries of folklore, high strangeness, and the wilderness, and tonight we dive deep into his experiences in the woods and beyond. From his unforgettable “chessboard” encounters in Hex Hollow to the strange lights and vanishing houses…
Real Ghosts, Bigfoot, and Killer Rabbits - It Came from the Web Episode 5
On this episode of It Came from the Web, we explore some chilling footage of ghosts and Bigfoot. Toss in killer bunnies, UFOs, and a demon trapped in a box, and this becomes a show not to miss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
From Haunted to Whole: Healing Through the Paranormal
📄 Episode Summary: In this episode of Don't Turn Around , Phil welcomes Norse mystic, spiritual teacher, and author Kaedrich Olsen —a lifelong experiencer with a unique relationship to the spirit world. Together, they dive into Kaedrich’s origin story growing up in a household where séances, spirit communication, and psychic development were part of daily life. But this isn't just a conversation…
It Came from the Web - Episode 5: UAPs, Gettysburg Ghosts, and Lake Monsters, oh my
On this slightly late episode of It came from the Web, we dive deep into the dark corners of the Internet to explore beach going UAPs in Miami, Civil War ghosts in Gettysburg, potential lake monsters, haunted dolls, and more. So turn out the lights, and take a deep breath. It’s time to begin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
"Near-Death and Beyond: A Mother’s Life Among Spirits
Phil sits down with Sara Lee — paranormal investigator, experiencer, and former Kindred Spirits guest — for a deeply personal and powerful conversation about living in a haunted house, surviving a near-death experience, and parenting neurodivergent children amid the unexplained. From childhood spirit encounters to a life-changing investigation broadcast on national TV, Sara Lee shares how the…
It Came from the Web - Episode 4: Dead Bells, Bigfoot, and Vampire Witches
On this episode, we discuss a Bigfoot sighting in Colorado, the chilling story of a vampire-witch who just won’t seem to die, an impressive UAP captured by military cameras and much more. So sit back, turn out the lights, and enjoy he ride. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Spirit Signs, Hoodoo, and Honey Jars: A Life Between Worlds
What if your first brush with the spirit world came not in a séance or haunted location… but in your own living room? This week on Don't Turn Around, psychic medium Melina Waldrop joins us to share her incredible journey from growing up in a haunted house in Mississippi to embracing a life of intuition, healing, and magic. We talk spirits, prophetic dreams, hoodoo rootwork, tarot, and so much…
It Came from the Web - Episode 3: Shadow Figures, Rocking Chairs, and UFOs
F rom ghost towns to Goodwill, the internet never sleeps—and neither does the unexplained. On this episode of It Came from the Web , I’m diving deep into another batch of spine-tingling finds: EVPs captured in the abandoned town of Daniels, Maryland… a video of a shadow figure that might just follow you into your dreams… a rocking chair that moves with no one near it… a chilling encounter with a…
When the Car Shut Off: Paranormal Encounters and the Power of Belief
On this episode of Don't Turn Around, I’m joined by someone who I once knew simply as a colleague—until she casually dropped a ghost story that blew my mind. From eerie seances to a chilling roadside legend complete with baby powder and ghostly handprints, Liz Pardo shares how the paranormal has threaded itself through her life in unforgettable ways. Trust me, this one will stay with you. Hosted…
It Came from the Web - Ep 2: Voices in the Dark: Ghosts, Bigfoot & UFOs from the Net's Shadows
In this episode, we venture even deeper into the dark corners of the internet to bring you more chilling encounters and unexplained phenomena. From ghostly voices echoing through the ruins of Daniels, Maryland, to a towering figure in the Canadian wilderness that might just be Bigfoot, these stories defy logic and beg for investigation. We also examine eerie photos captured in an abandoned school,…
Spirits, Scores, and the Science of Haunting with Nick McGirr
On this episode of Don't Turn Around, we’re diving into the darkened streets of Charleston with someone who’s not just telling ghost stories—he’s collecting data, tracking patterns, and redefining what it means to be a paranormal investigator. Nicholas McGirr doesn’t just lead tours—he builds experiences that walk the line between history, mystery, and science. If you’ve ever wondered what makes a…
Love, Legacy, and the Entity on the Ceiling with Dark Hollow Paranormal
In this episode of Don't Turn Around , I talk with Lindsay and Angel of Dark Hollow Paranormal. With decades of experience, a deep love for investigation, and a few stories that will absolutely send chills down your spine, these two share how fate—and maybe the spirits—brought them together. Get ready for tales of haunted homes, terrifying entities, and the highly active Cresson State Correctional…
Don't Turn Around Presents: It Came from the Web Episode 1
Welcome to It Came from the Web, a live dive into the strangest, spookiest stories crawling across the digital ether—real encounters, unexplained phenomena, and the kind of footage that makes you double-check your locks. Tonight, we’re talking ghostly figures caught by chance near the infamous Dudleytown, alien-looking Stone Age statues, and what exactly showed up in a mom’s baby monitor that left…
Fear, Faith, and the Unexplained – A Paranormal Awakening with Vanessa of Arcanum Iter
On this episode of Don’t Turn Around, I’m joined once again by Vanessa of Arcanum Iter, a seasoned paranormal experiencer with a lifetime of chilling encounters. We dive into the pivotal moments that shifted Vanessa from a curious believer to a full-blown experiencer – moments that included eerie object materializations and terrifying face-to-face encounters with the unknown. If you’re fascinated…
Ghosts of Rock & Ritual: Tammie Chavez on Haunted LA and the Heart of Santería
In this episode of Don't Turn Around , host Phil Rossi welcomes audio storyteller, podcaster, and paranormal investigator Tammie Chavez , co-creator of the hit podcast Hollyweird Paranormal . What follows is a powerful, honest, and immersive conversation that dives into everything from haunted theaters and ghost-infused rock venues to the misunderstood truths of Santería and the power of…
The Obvious Sadness of Death and Other Insights with Amanda Paulson
Amanda Pretty F'n Spooky Paulson returns to Don't Turn Around to break down her last year of growth, change, and discovery. Download this episode (or listen in your browser) Subscribe with Apple Podcasts or subscribe: How ever you like Amanda on Instagram Amanda on TikTok YouTube Twitter Facebook From Don't Turn Around and Imagine!That Studios: Old Spirits Investigations coming in 2021 Support…
It’s in the Cards – the Tarot and Living for the Dead with Ken Boggle
Ken Boggle joins Don't Turn Around to share his remarkable journey–on how at a young age he was called to the Tarot and thirty years later found himself starring in one of the best, most original paranormal series on TV. Have a spooky story? Want to say hello? Email dtapodcastinfo{at}gmail.com and don't forget to follow on Instagram — @dontturnaroundpodcast Download this episode (or listen in your…
Trauma and the Paranormal with Alex Matsuo
Alex Matsuo joins Don't Turn Around for a valuable discussion on trauma and how it plays a role on investigation for both living and non-living. Have a spooky story? Want to say hello? Email dtapodcastinfo{at}gmail.com and don't forget to follow on Instagram — @dontturnaroundpodcast Download this episode (or listen in your browser) Add to Apple Podcasts/iTunes…
It’s all Sound – Cindy Kaza on Mediumship, Self-Discovery, and Unexpected Gifts
Cindy Kaza joins Don't Turn Around for a riveting discussion about her path to connecting with the other side and the adventures and discoveries she's had along the way. Have a spooky story? Want to say hello? Email dtapodcastinfo{at}gmail.com and don't forget to follow on Instagram — @dontturnaroundpodcast Download this episode (or listen in your browser) Add to Apple Podcasts/iTunes…
Dave Schrader’s Theater of the Mind
This week, I welcome the only and only Dave Schrader, Mayor of Paranormal Town, star of Radio and TV, and all around great guy. We talk about his journey from playing DJ in his garage, to exploring the paranormal through radio and TV, and of course his new book, Theater of the Mind! Have a spooky story? Want to say hello? Email dtapodcastinfo{at}gmail.com and don't forget to follow on Instagram —…
Becoming the Seeker with Vanessa of Arcanum Iter
This week, I welcome Vanessa of Arcanum Iter to Don't Turn Around. A highly sensitive soul with a passion for adventure, teaching, and learning, Vanessa was a delight to have on the show. Have a spooky story? Want to say hello? Email dtapodcastinfo{at}gmail.com and don't forget to follow on Instagram — @dontturnaroundpodcast Download this episode (or listen in your browser) Add to Apple…
Adam Berry – On the Paranormal, Coping with Grief, and Unexpected Signs
DTA returns for a fourth season, kicking things off with the charming and talented Adam Berry. Have a spooky story? Want to say hello? Email dtapodcastinfo{at}gmail.com and don't forget to follow on Instagram — @dontturnaroundpodcast Download this episode (or listen in your browser) Add to Apple Podcasts/iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dont-turn-around/id1448822591 Or subscribe: How…
On Creativity and the Paranormal with Mallory Cywinski and Karly Latham
DTA returns with Mallory and Karly to discuss the relationship between creativity and seeking the paranormal. They also share info about their upcoming horror anthology which is currently taking submissions! Have a spooky story? Email dtapodcastinfo{at}gmail.com and don't forget to follow on Instagram — @dontturnaroundpodcast Download this episode (or listen in your browser) Add to Apple…
Into the Deep with Amanda Paulson
On this episode of Don't Turn Around, author, investigator, medium, and creator Amanda Paulson returns for another brilliant conversation on the paranormal and our human journey in all of this craziness. Download this episode (or listen in your browser) Subscribe with Apple Podcasts or subscribe: How ever you like Death is With Me . Amanda on Instagram Amanda on TikTok YouTube Twitter Facebook…
The Wreck of the Royal Palm and Ponce de Leon
This week on Don’t Turn Around, former uniformed serviceman and law officer, Matt, tells us about a shadow figure witnessed at an abandoned warehouse while out on patrol. Matt shares what it was like the takin the first steps into the darkness at the site of the Infamous Royal Palm / Ponce de Leon train wreck. Have a spooky story? Email dtapodcastinfo{at}gmail.com and don't forget to follow on…
A New Chapter with Mallory Cywinski
This week on Don’t Turn Around Mallory Cywinski returns to talk about her latest spooky happenings, how the paranormal helped redefine her life journey, and her new book, Making Friends with Ghosts from Beyond the Fray publishing. Have a spooky story? Email dtapodcastinfo{at}gmail.com and don't forget to follow on Instagram — @dontturnaroundpodcast Download this episode (or listen in your browser)…
Paranormal Wellness with the Village Tarot Witch
Welcome back, everybody! After a brief hiatus, I couldn't be happier to be back with this week's episode with Karly, the Village Tarot Witch where we talk that time she moved into a haunted house, investigating, and wellness as it relates to the paranormal! Have a spooky story? Email dtapodcastinfo{at}gmail.com and don't forget to follow on Instagram — @dontturnaroundpodcast Download this episode…
What a Journey it Has Been with Tee Morris
On this week's DTA episode, Tee Morris shares how, over the past year, he has evolved as a paranormal investigator, along with sharing his most noteworthy encounters with the unexplained. Rate. Subscribe. Share! Download this episode (or listen in your browser) Subscribe with iTunes: Add to Apple Podcasts/iTunes Or subscribe: How ever you like Tee Morris on the Web Tee Morris on Twitch Tee Morris…
Paranormal Parenting and Time Slips with Hilary Opiel
On this show, Hilary Opiel and I talk about Paranormal Parenting, Gettysburg, Time Slips and more… Rate. Subscribe. Share! Download this episode (or listen in your browser) Subscribe with iTunes: Add to Apple Podcasts/iTunes Or subscribe: How ever you like Support Don’t Turn Around by becoming a Patreon member: http://www.patreon.com/philrossi Or leave a one time donation:…
Into the Unknown with Philippa Ballantine
Don't Turn Around returns with a new season. On this show author and investigator Philippa ‘Pip' Ballantine shares her experience marching into the unknown. Rate. Subscribe. Share! Download this episode (or listen in your browser) Subscribe with iTunes: Add to Apple Podcasts/iTunes Or subscribe: How ever you like Pip on the Web Pip on Instagram Support Don’t Turn Around by becoming a Patreon…
The Ghoul Guide Goes to Prison – Cresson SCI
On this episode of Don't Turn Around, Courtney Eastman, aka, the Ghoul Guide, returns to share her experience at the very haunted Cresson State Correction Institute. Download this episode (or listen in your browser) Subscribe with iTunes: Add to Apple Podcasts/iTunes Or subscribe: How ever you like The Ghoul Guide on Instagram The Ghoul Guide on TikTok The Feminine Macabre Support Don’t Turn…
High Strangeness, Cults, and Conspiracies – the Penny Royal with Nathan Paul Isaac
On this episode of DTA, Nathan Paul Isaac of the Penny Royal Podcast joins the show to talk about high strangeness in Pulaski County, Kentucky. At least, that's where the conversation begins. Come along with us for a trip down the rabbit hole. Download this episode (or listen in your browser) Subscribe with iTunes: Add to iTunes Or subscribe: How ever you like The Penny Royal Podcast Support Don’t…
Linville Manor with Winn Brewer
On this episode of DTA, Winn Brewer, the owner of the historic Linville Manor, a location featured on Travel Channel/Discovery's Kindred Spirits, shares the remarkable story on how he came to own Linville Manor, the house's unexpected inhabitants, and impact the manor has had on his life and the lives of his guests. Download this episode (or listen in your browser) Subscribe with iTunes: Add to…
Blackbeak Paranormal with Hilary and Mallory
On this episode of DTA, Hilary and Mallory of Blackbeak Paranormal join me to talk about their journey: a path that began with a casual interest in the strange and unusual and eventually led them into the shadows for an unexpected, belief-shaking moment. They haven't looked back since. Download this episode (or listen in your browser) Subscribe with iTunes: Add to iTunes Or subscribe: How ever you…
The Feminine Macabre with Amanda Woomer
On this episode of DTA, Amanda Woomer returns to discuss her journey putting together the Feminine Macabre Anthology–the insights, the efforts, and how it has created a vibrant and innovative community of female paranormal investigators that continues to grow with each new volume. And of course, she shares some spooky tales as well! Download this episode (or listen in your browser) Subscribe with…
The Witch’s Guide to Ghost Hunting with Cherise Williams
On this episode of Don't Turn Around, Cherise Williams is back to tell us about her new book The Witch' s Guide to Ghost Hunting from Beyond the Fray Publishing and also share some stories from the very haunted Indiana State Sanitorium. Download this episode (or listen in your browser) Subscribe with iTunes: Add to iTunes Or subscribe: How ever you like Support Cherise! Get The Witch's Guide to…
DTA’s One Year Anniversary Show
Happy Birthday, Don't Turn Around! On this very special episode of DTA, I revisit some of my favorite conversations from the past year: Jim Perry of Euphomet, Sally, Karl Pfieffer of Ghost Hunter Academy, Spirits of the Stanely, and Hellier, Star, Martin Willis of Podcast UFO, Jeremy Johnson of WVPRI, Jessi Leigh of Hellbent Holler, Tee Morris, the Ghoul Guide AKA Courtney Eastman, Tina, Cherise…
The Athens Enigma with Barb Fischer and Morganna Marks
On this episode of Don't Turn Around, Barb Fischer and Morganna Marks from the 6 Degrees of John Keel podcast join me for a fascinating discussion about Athens, Ohio. Athens, considered one of the most haunted places in Ohio, seems to be full of strange happenings. Barb and Morganna share some of Athens' unique history along with their own personal experiences with the unexplained. Download this…
The Witch Cloud with Timothy Renner and Chad Redding
On this episode of Don't Turn Around, I'm joined by Timothy Renner and Chad Redding who share their journey creating the multimedia experience–The Witch Cloud. Download this episode (or listen in your browser) Subscribe with Apple Podcasts or subscribe: How ever you like Strange Familiars SF on Instagram Where to get The Witch Cloud Ruck Rabbit Outdoors Ruck Rabbit Outdoors on Instagram Ruck…
Twisted, Haunted, and United with Brandon Johnson
On this episode of Don't Turn Around, Brandon Johnson of Twisted Paranormal Society and Haunted Nights Events joins me to share his journey into the shadows. Brandon was an absolute blast to have on the show and I'm looking forward to investigating St. Alban's Sanatorium with him this January. Download this episode (or listen in your browser) Subscribe with Apple Podcasts or subscribe: How ever…
Western State Lunatic Asylum
On this episode of Don't Turn Around, Tee Morris and I discuss our investigation of the former Western State Lunatic Asylum, now the Blackburn Inn. Thanks for a great 2021. Wishing everyone a very happy and very safe holiday and we'll be back in January 2022. Download this episode (or listen in your browser) Subscribe with Apple Podcasts or subscribe: How ever you like From Don't Turn Around and…
Amanda Paulson is Pretty F’n Spooky
On this episode of Don't Turn Around, author, investigator, and creator Amanda Paulson joins the show. Amanda shares captivating stories from her journey as an experiencer at young age to a full-blown investigator later in life. We swap theories on paranormal activity, spirits, and the energy that surrounds it all and we also talk about her upcoming film Death is With Me . Download this episode…
Real Life in a Haunted House with Scott Clark
On this episode of Don't Turn Around, budding author Scott Clark joins me to share his tales of strange encounters in his very likely haunted home. Apologies on the audio quality this week. My software totally sabotaged the setup. Even still, it doesn't take away from the great discussion! Download this episode (or listen in your browser) Subscribe with iTunes: Add to Apple Podcasts/iTunes Or…
Rooming with a Ghost and Haunted Daniels, MD
On this episode of Don't Turn Around, Christina (Tina) Rossi, my lovely wife and forever partner in crime, joins me to talk about our experiences with a ghostly roommate in our old apartment, our adventures exploring haunted locations, and what the journey so far has been like for the both of us. Download this episode (or listen in your browser) Subscribe with iTunes: Add to Apple Podcasts/iTunes…
2021 Phil Rossi Halloween Special: The Creek
A special treat, DTA listeners. Welcome to my 4th annual Halloween special featuring my new short story, The Creek. This tale was inspired by the interview I did with Jessi Leigh a few episodes back. Enjoy (and make sure to checkout Hellbent Holler!) Download this episode (or listen in your browser) Subscribe with iTunes: Add to Apple Podcasts/iTunes Or subscribe: How ever you like Hellbent Holler…