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Just because a building is old, doesn't mean it is haunted
As investigators, one could be easily fooled into thinking that the older the building, the more likely it is to be haunted. It couldn't actually be further from the truth.
Do renovations amp up paranormal activity?
It is a common theory often talked about by paranormal investigators. We don't know for sure it is speculation so lets look at how and more importantly why would renovations amp up activity (and if it even does at all)
Tales of Black Rock House - The Children's Bedroom
Decorated with a creepy looking rocking horse and bizarre wallpaper, it is one of the most intriguing rooms in the house where we have gathered one of our most intriguing pieces of evidence.
Analog VS Digital Recorders ... Which is better for paranormal investigating
Old school investigators swear by their analog recorders and magnetic tape while new school investigators like the convenience of a digital recorder. So which is better for paranormal investigating? I look at the pros and cons
Doppelgängers
Do one of your friends or family ever tell you “I saw your exact double today. They looked just like you!” Have you seen someone's double while out investigating? What is the doppelgänger phenomenon and what are the theories surrounding it?
A cemetery is probably the most unhaunted place you can find
When most people go out on their own to do a paranormal investigation, one of the first places they tend to go is a cemetery. The thing is, there usually isn't much going on and sometimes it is something that should be left alone.
It's the people that keep me going
We all meet people along the way on our paranormal journeys. We sometimes underestimate how important they are to us.
Apotropaic magic is more common than you think
Do you have a piece of jewellery you wear or a special ritual you perform which is supposed to keep evil away? If you do, this is known as Apotropaic magic. So what is it all about?
Understanding the basics of EXIF Data for reviewing paranormal photos
When reviewing photos, we are always telling people to look at the EXIF data because it is a valuable tool for understanding the conditions in which a photo was taken. I explain what the EXIF Data is, how to access it and how to read it when reviewing photos'
When something just doesn't seem right
Do you ever have someone contact you either wanting help, advice or maybe even a fellow investigator wanting your help and suddenly you see lots of red flags and something does not feel right? Your gut is telling you that something is up and you need to walk away. What are the common scenarios that you will most likely face that may make you feel like running for the hills?