America's Most Haunted

It was inevitable: taking two of reality TV's most popular subgenres -- gold and ghosts -- and mashing them together into Syfy'sGhost Mine, which premieres this Wednesday at 10pE/P. In the woods of eastern Oregon lies the rich Crescent Mine, which was shut down 80 years ago by tragedy and superstition. Current owner Larry Overman, a Texas oilman with no mining experience, was determined to reopen the mine. But the first crew of miners he brought in was scared off and he was running out of time and money. In comes a new crew lead by grizzled veteran Stan "Papa Smurf" Griffith. This strong-willed and superstitious group of miners will face the day-to-day challenges of mining, aided by the paranormal investigators who unravel the mysteries surrounding the mine, including historic Masonic connections and a spirit who has been known to haunt the area for generations. We will be talking with those paranormal investigators - Kristen Luman and Patrick Doyle. Luman began her research into the paranormal field while at

Spiritual teacher, author, lecturer, parapsychology researcher and renowned "Queen of the Psychics," Sylvia Browne joins us to discuss her new book, Past Lives of the Rich and Famous. In Past Lives, being published 12/26/12 by HarperOne, Sylvia fills us in on the past lives and activities of some of the biggest celebrities of all time - from Amy Winehouse and Steve Jobs, to Elizabeth Taylor and Elvis Presley. With detailed stories of their past lives, she takes us from ancient times to the not-so-distant past, traveling all over the world. Browne explains how past lives work, why we continue to come back to this earthly plane, how cell memory can cause us to feel homesick for places we have never visited. She explains that, after all, past lives aren't someone else's - they are our own. Each of us has a spirit that endures through time and lives. Sylvia's philosophy of life is based upon research into past lives, via hypnosis, and through the information obtained via her deep trance channeling ability. From t

Writer, producer, reporter, and anchor, Pat LaLama provides expert commentary throughout each case of Investigation Discovery's  new six-part series FINAL CUT, premiereing Wed, Dec 5 at 9pE/P.“FINAL CUT tells the stories of those who are literally dying to be famous,” said Henry Schleiff, general manager, Investigation Discovery. “This new series goes beyond Hollywood’s shiny boulevards to uncover the hidden alleyways where predators prey on young dreamers, while investigative journalist Pat LaLama takes our viewers along for the dark ride.”Emmy-award winning investigative journalist Pat LaLama’s career in broadcast journalism is a chronicle of some of the most iconic trials in modern history: Casey Anthony, Conrad Murray, Amanda Knox, Ronni Chasen, Anna Nicole Smith, Warren Jeffs, Michael Jackson, Scott Peterson, OJ Simpson, Hollywood Madam Heidi Fleiss, Rodney King, Menendez brothers, JonBenet Ramsey, Columbine murders, Branch Davidian shootout.The premiere episode of FINAL CUT features the stories of model

A new twist on paranormal reality programing is coming to the Biography channel this month. Haunted Encounters Face to Faceis the latest in a new crop of ghost hunting shows to hit the airwaves, but this show is different. The mold has been broken and the format rewritten.  Several locations across the country have been marred by tragedy and death, leading a trail of unexplainable events. Now the investigative team known as the Paranormal Syndicate will visit some of America's most haunted locations and use their unique approach to collect and record tangible evidence of paranormal activity. The team is led by Daniel Hooven, joined by Jordan Murphy, Helmey Kramer, Chelsea Damali, and The Captain. Collectively the Paranormal Syndicate takes you on an exciting journey to some of the darkest places in America. This show is different, it's exciting, and it will blow you away!Haunted Encounters Face to Face premiers Friday November 30th at 10pm on the Biography channel.

Syfy has a great new show that combines American Pickers, Oddities, and The Prestige - Deals From the Darkside, which follows mohawked collector and historian Steve Santini on his quest to locate, authenticate, and buy history's darkest artifacts. Be it a deck chair from the Titanic, Jack the Ripper's knife, a hangman's noose, Houdini's handcuffs, or a Victorian cat o' nine tails, if there's a notorious, mysterious, or tragic tale associated with it, Steve wants it for his one-of-a-kind collection, from which over 60 objects are on long-term loan to the National Museum of Crime and Punishment in Washington, DC. In addition to collecting, buying and selling dark relics, Santini is a master locksmith and performer whom Ripley's Believe It or Not! dubbed the world's most extreme escape artist. And if that isn't enough, after a botched water escape in the late '80s, Santini discovered he could feel paranormal energy connected with people, objects and places, which fuels his quest to find relics connected to power

Most actresses would be thrilled to have a single movie coming out, but luscious "Scream Queen" Elina Madison has FOUR horror/thriller flicks in the offing:As the desperate mother and abused wife Lorelei in Huff(aka Big Bad Wolf, premiering in select cities April 2013); as edgy, flirtatious Cave Girl in twisted comedy Halloween Party (DVD 2012); as the lead, Alana Wilson, a caring mother and housewife in Ramone Menon's psychological thriller The Black Tape; and as Francine, the beautiful and loyal wife of Dracula in Creep Creepersin's Dracula (Jan 2013). Damn. Elina is attending the Blood At the Beach horror convention in Virginia Beach this weekend, November 9-11, where Big Bad Wolf will be screened. In addition to Elina and Huff co-star Charlie O'Connell, there will be a galaxy of horror stars in attendance including cast members of The Walking Dead and a Weird Science reunion; Q&A sessions with the celebrities, giveaways, live music, after party, freak show, tattooing, costume contest and film screenin

Halloween is what you make it! Every October, sleepy Fairhaven, MASS erupts with ambitiously creative spookery. Endless styrofoam tombstones and backyard beasts appear courtesy of a few supremely dedicated local "home haunters," who have devoted their lives to the art of handmade monster making and haunted decorating.THE AMERICAN SCREAM film documentary follows three of these families to uncover the triumphs and tragedies that come with carrying on the true Halloween DIY spirit.We are talking with THE AMERICAN SCREAM producer Zack Carlson, who claims to have been born in a pizza. He is a programmer for the Alamo Drafthouse, and writes and produces movies. He also co-wrote the book DESTROY ALL MOVIES, but that was a whole year ago. He doesn't eat fruit or vegetables. THE AMERICAN SCREAM will premiere on NBCUniversal's Chiller network October 28 at 8:00 PM ET and will be screening in select theaters through November. THE AMERICAN SCREAM is also available through Tugg.com, a platform that allows people to choose

[Last second additions! LV announcer Tom Kenny (yes, SpongeBob) and Cassandro!] It’s Halloween and time for LUCHA VaVOOM's “Aztec Horror!” shows 10/25-6 at the Mayan Theatre (duh) in downtown Los Angeles. We'll be speaking with founder/producers Rita D’Albert and Liz Fairbairn, whose LUCHA VaVOOM --  the breath-taking, mind-blowing Mexican masked wrestling/burlesque/comedy ensemble -- is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. "This isn't about reality," exclaims D’Albert. "It's escapism in its purist form!" "Aztec Horror!" shows will include “The Attack Of The Haunted Hairdo” with New York City’s “The Freak and the Showgirl,” the cabaret comedy sideshow spectacle; Mexico City’s Dr. Cerebro and Mexican Warrior; LUCHA VAVOOM favorites Aztec Princess Karis, Sexy Mummy Moana Santana, Smooth Black Panther Lux Lacroix, Egyptian Queen Leigh Acosta; and Zombie Chickens! Blaine Capatch will host along with Evil Genius Greg Proops and Dana Gould’s alter ego Charles St. Charles.Lucha VaVOOM draws its inspiration fr

Ben Hansen grew up in a large family in Utah with parents who encouraged him to pursue his interests in athletics, music, the outdoors, and any other subject that piqued his curiosity. He developed a passion for trying new things and earned various certifications in such things as SCUBA and amateur radio operation. He is also a licensed falconer, an airplane pilot, and even a search and rescue dog handler. His interest in the paranormal began at an early age. Inspired by TV shows such as The X-Files, Ben developed an interest in public service and an insatiable desire to explore mysteries of the unknown. After graduating from college he worked for several public and private agencies honing the skills he would use in his future endeavors. His work as a special agent for the FBI and an investigator of child sex crimes helped Ben develop the tools and experience needed to delve deeper into the fascinating world of UFO's, ghosts, cryptids, and other unexplained phenomenon. The Fact or Faked team scours the Intern

America's Most Haunted Radio welcomes Aaron Sagers, author, journalist, raconteur, hat-wearer, NYU professor, proprietor of ParanormalPopCulture.com, and most recently host and co-exec producer of Paranormal Paparazzi on Travel Channel!Dude gets around.Each episode of Paranormal Paparazzi, which airs Fridays at 7pm, follows Sagers’ team of reporters as they travel around the country tracking down current unsolved paranormal and supernatural stories.As Sagers’ team reveals their findings in the fast-paced newsroom, the group reviews and assesses  the stories' validity.Aaron is "open to the possibility of supernatural and extra-terrestrial phenomena," but he "requires facts, evidence, and then weighs this in light of his training as a news journalist."Just like us!

Nick Groff is co-founder of the wildly successful Ghost Adventures Crew with Zak Bagans and Aaron Goodwin. Entering its seventh season, Travel Channel's Ghost Adventuresshow has a rabid following that transcends mere fandom and Nick's calm strength and humanity are vital components of that dynamic. Nick's new book, Chasing Spirits: The Building of the Ghost Adventures Crew is a fascinating inside look behind the scenes at the team and the show and is one no fan should be without. How did Nick become a paranormal investigator? A childhood near-death experience, his courageous and curious nature, and a love of movies fired his imagination and spurred him to action. When can two seconds change your life forever? When you make eye contact with a ghost. Tune in 9/24 at high noon Eastern as Eric Olsen and Theresa Argie talk with one of the great stars of the paranormal field - Nick Groff!

It's time for season two of Travel Channel's Making Monsters featuring Distortions Unlimited, the Colorado-based “haunt industry” animatronic and prop-making company run by Ed and Marsha Edmunds. Ed Edmunds created a revolutionary, rock style haunted house called Brutal Planet, lauded by Alice Cooper, creating such a buzz that Six Flags had Distortions duplicate it for 16 theme park locations across the country. He also invented an Electric Chair animatronic which has become a centerpiece for haunted houses from coast to coast. Edmund’s fascination with sci-fi flicks and television began as a teenager while living in rural Illinois. He studied Art Education at the University of Northern Colorado. Edmunds used his artistic abilities to make and sell high-quality masks, which eventually led to the creation of his company, Distortions Unlimited. Marsha Taub-Edmunds began working for Ed Edmunds in 1981 - she became intrigued by the creations and took it upon herself to learn the business inside and out. Marsha a

Steven A. LaChance is a writer, broadcaster, speaker, producer. and director. His foray into the paranormal came unexpectedly, after moving his family into a haunted house, and set him off on journey to discover more and help others who face similar circumstances.  "Fear House" is the account of his harrowing experience that premiered on Discovery Channel's A Haunting in 2006. This story of the Union Screaming House became one of the highest rated episodes of the popular series. The terrifying ordeal that Steven and his children lived through propelled him into the fascinating world of the paranormal. Steven's book The Uninvited is a documented account of what he and his children survived. His experience led to a deeper understanding of ghosts and hauntings. His quest for knowledge of the field gained the respect of his peers and he became a sought after contributor for other paranormal media projects. Steven has been a part of numerous documentaries, including the Booth Brothers highly acclaimed films Childr

As Syfy's epically successful Ghost Hunters series returns Sept 5 at 9/8c for its Season 8 midseason premiere, seismic changes are afoot, namely co-founder Grant Wilson has left the show. Once the engenue, Amy Bruni now finds herself a veteran mainstay and the only woman on the TAPS team. Amy is a good example of what happens when a hobby turns into a passion, which in turn becomes a way of life. Like many paranormal invetigators Amy grew up in a haunted house, but unlike most in that situation, her family embraced it.Bruni's father was an amateur paranormal investigator and routinely he and Amy investigated haunted sites. From a young age she read and absorbed everything paranormal related she could, and as she grew to adulthood that didn't change. Amy began investigating with a paranormal team in Sacramento, California. As soon as she stepped foot in the field professionally, her pursuits took off. Her lifetime of supernatural knowledge drew the attention of Jason Hawes and Grant Wilson of The Atlantic Para

SyFy has done it again, putting a new twist on paranormal reality television with the hit show Haunted Collector. The cast includes renowned demonologist John Zaffis and his right hand man, tech specialist Brian Cano. Brian is responsible for all the equipment and wide variety of gear used during the teams investigations, including some cutting edge gadgets as well as "old stand by's" Mixing the old with the new is a technique that works for Brian and the team, as they search for the one elusive item that may be causing or contributing to the paranormal activity in each case. Brian is no stranger the the field having been involved in urban exploration and spontaneous ghost hunts since childhood. His curiosity drove him to delve deeper into the mysteries of the unknown and his paranormal career was born! With his extensive background of fearless forging into the unknown, Brian has had a blossoming and respectable career even before Haunted Collector. He is a video editor and a producer as well. Brian, an award

Paranormal researcher and physical medium Amy Allan works with retired NYC homicide detective Steve Di Schiavi on Travel Channel's The Dead Files, which returned for Season 3 on Aug 10, to solve unexplained paranormal phenomena in haunted locations across America. In this series, Amy uses her abilities to communicate with the dead, often assuming their role and reliving their death; while Steve uses his years of detective experience to search for physical evidence. When the two investigators come together to share their findings, the parallels between their discoveries are powerfully revealed. Amy's interest in paranormal phenomena began at age four when she was tormented by “shadow people” in her Arvada, CO home. Since then, she's been on a journey to unravel the mysteries of death and the beyond. Steve relies on his police training and experience to explore each property, questioning the owners about the building’s past before gathering more facts from local historians, police investigators and by tracking

Shannon and Elliot have joined forces to take on the paranormal with a strong focus in history.  As children, both lived through the stress and confusion of a haunting, and those incidents shaped the adults they have become today. Shannon, a Bowling Green graduate who majored in popular culture with a focus in museum studies, is currently volunteering as curator and archivist at the Ohio State Reformatory, Her passion for history, the paranormal, and English made her the perfect choice for editor of author and haunted survivor Steven LaChance for his upcoming book Blessed are the Wicked, the sequel to the bestselling book The Uninvited. Elliot LaChance lived through one of the most violent hauntings of our time. This heinous story was the focus of "Fear House," which is one of the most popular episodes of the Discovery Channel's series, A Haunting. His experience was documented in his father Steven LaChance's book The Uninvited. This event led him to seek a better understanding of ghosts and hauntings, with a

AMH talks with Paranormal Witness Producer Mark Lewis, who oversees the production "the scariest show on TV," which returns for its second season to Syfy on August 8.  Lewis joined London-based Raw TV three years ago to direct two action drama-documentaries, "The Real Goodfellas" (the season premiere of Raw TV’s award-winning Locked Up Abroad), and Somali Pirate Attack for Discovery. He has worked in the TV industry for over 20 years and is writer and director of factual dramas and documentaries for the BBC, Channel 4, Five, ABC Australia, Network Nine Australia, PBS, the History Channel, Discovery, National Geographic, as well as Syfy.   Mark's films have won an Emmy, the New York Television Festival, and the American Film and TV Awards. Also joining us is Paranormal Witness episode star "witness" Jason Haxton, owner of the famed Dibbuk Box and Director of the Museum of Osteopathic Medicine in Kirksville, MO.Haxton has studied American antiques and ancient artifacts for 26 years; collects and researches Maya

A key member of Syfy's Fact or Faked AND Haunted Highway teams, charismatic tech wiz Devin Marble has been fascinated with technology ever since he was a child, always having a natural understanding of "how the cogs work."His curiosity and tenacity as a youngster led him to many instances of dismembering the household electronics. To save the house, his mother put him in front of a computer and his father taught him to build. As he grew older, his fascination with how things worked led him into construction, prop-building, and videography.Now, as a self-made producer with over a decade of experience in filmmaking and special FX, he has become highly proficient at deciphering video, photographic, and practical paranormal evidence. Legendary blogger/journalist Eric Olsen (Blogcritics, Technorati, The Morton Report) and paranormal investigator and famed "Haunted Housewife" Theresa Argie have paired for upcoming blockbuster book and multimedia brand uncovering the truth behind America's most iconic paranormal hot

Ryder - Erin Ryder - has bounded her way to co-starring status on Syfy's globetrotting paranormal investigation show Destination Truth, and NatGeo's zippy new Chasing UFOs. But she is far from just another pretty face and lean bod. Lara Croft. Amelia Earhart. Dana Scully. Whether in fiction or non-fiction, few females are as tough-as-nails as Erin Ryder.Ryder's unique perspective and determination have taken her around the globe to research claims of the strange and mysterious, all while traversing some of the deadliest environments on earth.Her impressive resume includes rafting the world's largest waterfall, rappelling the Great Wall of China, and scaling glaciers in Antarctica, while only occasionally sustaining injuries!Ryder considers herself a 'skeliever,' as she falls somewhere between a skeptic and a believer. Deep down she wants to be convinced, but will need to see the hard evidence first.As a tech-minded investigator, if its data collecting that you're looking for, she's got the gear for that. Ryde