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Paranormal Ink Ohio
Ed LeMaster
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We are here to speak about the paranormal investigations I've been on and tell some facts and stories about reputable haunted places and talk about demonology and crystals and the healing and protection they can give and lots of true crime cases that include the paranormal
- 20 episodes
- Avg 25 min
- English
- PIS20 · E1August 5 · 28 min
Haunted Forests/ Haunted Appalachian Forest
Deep within the dark and ancient Appalachian forests, countless legends tell of strange encounters that defy explanation. Hikers, hunters, and locals have reported hearing ghostly voices echoing through the trees, seeing shadowy figures moving between the fog-covered paths, and feeling an unseen presence watching from the depths of the wilderness. From haunted trails and abandoned settlements to tales of lost souls wandering the mountains, the Appalachian forest holds a history filled with mystery, folklore, and terrifying stories that have been passed down for generations. When the sun disappears behind the mountains, the silence of the woods can reveal secrets that many believe were never meant to be found.
- PIAugust 1 · 20 min
Military experiences with the paranormal
Throughout history, many military veterans have shared chilling accounts of unexplained encounters during combat and deployment. From ghostly soldiers seen on abandoned battlefields to mysterious figures walking through military bases, strange lights in the sky, and voices calling from empty buildings, these stories continue to spark debate. In this episode, we explore some of the most compelling firsthand reports from service members who experienced events they still can't explain—where the horrors of war and the unknown seem to collide.
- PIJuly 30 · 24 min
The Lemp Family Curse
The Lemp Family Curse Once one of St. Louis’s wealthiest and most powerful families, the Lemps built a brewing empire that made them famous — but behind the walls of the grand Lemp Mansion was a story filled with tragedy, loss, and unexplained events. After a series of devastating deaths, including multiple family members taking their own lives, rumors spread that a curse had fallen upon the Lemp bloodline. Today, the mansion is considered one of America’s most haunted locations, where visitors report shadow figures, ghostly voices, and encounters with the spirits of those who never truly left. Was the Lemp family cursed… or is something darker still haunting their home?
- PIJuly 28 · 23 min
First Responders Experiences With The Paranormal
In this chilling episode of the Paranormal Ink Ohio Podcast, we explore the unexplained experiences reported by the people who answer the call when others are in danger — police officers, firefighters, paramedics, and emergency workers. From strange encounters on dark roads to mysterious voices, unexplained sightings, and emergency calls that defy explanation, we examine the stories shared by first responders who witnessed things they still can't understand. These are the accounts of people trained to rely on facts and evidence, yet found themselves facing moments that challenged everything they knew. Are these experiences paranormal? Psychological? Or simply mysteries we don't yet have answers for? Listen as we explore the haunting stories of those who run toward the unknown.
- PIJuly 26 · 32 min
To Hell And Back
lets talk about some of the stories of people who have had near death experiences and said they went to hell and came back
- PIJuly 24 · 20 min
The Dybbuk Box
The Dybbuk Box is said to be a haunted wine cabinet that supposedly contains a dybbuk, a malicious spirit from Jewish folklore believed to attach itself to the living. The legend became widely known after a man claimed the box brought a series of terrifying events to everyone who owned it, including nightmares, unexplained illnesses, strange shadows, and overwhelming feelings of dread. While many skeptics believe the story is an elaborate hoax, the Dybbuk Box remains one of the world's most famous allegedly cursed objects and continues to fascinate paranormal investigators and horror fans alike.
- PIJuly 21 · 31 min
Legend Of Tarot Cards
Tarot cards have a history stretching back to the 15th century, when they first appeared in northern Italy as playing cards for a game called tarocchi. Over time, especially during the 18th and 19th centuries, mystics and occult scholars began associating the cards with symbolism, spirituality, and divination. While many people believe tarot can provide guidance or insight, historians generally agree that the cards were not originally created for fortune-telling. Today, tarot cards are used around the world for many different reasons. Some people use them as a spiritual tool to reflect on life's questions, while others see them as a way to encourage self-reflection and personal growth. Skeptics view tarot as a psychological or symbolic practice rather than a supernatural one. Whether seen as a mystical tradition, a therapeutic tool, or simply an intriguing part of history, tarot cards continue to fascinate people and remain one of the most recognizable symbols of the paranormal and the occult.
- PIJuly 18 · 34 min
The Skinwalker Urban Legends Fact Fiction Or Something Else
The Skinwalker is one of the most terrifying legends in Native American folklore, particularly within Navajo tradition. Described as a powerful witch capable of transforming into animals such as wolves, coyotes, owls, or deer, skinwalkers are said to use dark magic for evil purposes. Stories tell of glowing eyes, unnatural speed, eerie mimicry of human voices, and the ability to stalk victims from the shadows. While many dismiss the tales as folklore, countless eyewitnesses claim to have encountered these mysterious beings, keeping the legend alive as one of North America's most chilling paranormal mysteries.
- PIJuly 16 · 28 min
Wendigo Urban Legends Fact Fiction Or Something Else
The Wendigo is one of the most terrifying legends in North American folklore, originating from the traditions of several Algonquian Indigenous peoples. Described as a towering, emaciated creature with an insatiable hunger, the Wendigo is often associated with greed, isolation, and cannibalism. Stories warn that those who give in to these dark impulses can become a Wendigo themselves, cursed to wander the wilderness forever. But is it simply a chilling legend, or could there be something more lurking deep within the forests?
- PIJuly 14 · 11 min
Russian Sleep Experiment Urban Legends Fact Fiction Or Something Else
The Russian Sleep Experiment is one of the internet's most infamous urban legends. The story claims that Soviet scientists kept five prisoners awake for 15 days using an experimental stimulant gas. As the days passed, the subjects reportedly descended into madness, mutilated themselves, and transformed into something far more terrifying than human. Despite its realistic style, there is no evidence the experiment ever happened. It originated online as a work of horror fiction, but it continues to blur the line between fact and fiction for countless readers around the world.
- PIJuly 12 · 24 min
Haunted Ridges Asylum
The Haunted Ridges Asylum, formerly known as the Athens Lunatic Asylum, is one of Ohio's most infamous paranormal locations. Opened in 1874, the massive Kirkbride-style hospital treated thousands of patients over more than a century before closing in 1993. Today, the historic buildings are part of Ohio University, but the property remains surrounded by chilling legends. Visitors and paranormal investigators have reported shadow figures, unexplained voices, footsteps in empty hallways, and eerie feelings throughout the grounds. Whether the hauntings are real or simply echoes of a tragic past, The Ridges continues to be one of the most fascinating and haunted places in Ohio.
- PIJuly 11 · 33 min
The Order Of 9 Angles
The Order of Nine Angles (O9A) is a secretive and highly controversial occult movement that emerged in the United Kingdom during the late 20th century. Blending esoteric philosophy, Satanism, and extreme ideological beliefs, the group promotes a path of self-transformation through dangerous ordeals and the rejection of conventional morality. Its writings, symbolism, and alleged influence have drawn significant attention from researchers and law enforcement due to links between some followers and acts of violent extremism. Whether viewed as a genuine occult order, a decentralized ideology, or an elaborate myth, the O9A remains one of the most mysterious and debated groups in modern occult history.
- PIJuly 9 · 21 min
The Midnight Game Urban Legend Fact Fiction Or Something Else
The Midnight Game is a chilling urban legend centered around an ancient ritual said to summon a mysterious entity known as the Midnight Man. According to the legend, participants begin the ritual exactly at midnight by following a series of precise steps involving a candle, a wooden door, and a drop of blood. Once the game begins, they must wander through their home in darkness, using only the candlelight while avoiding the Midnight Man until 3:33 a.m. Those who fail to follow the rules are said to suffer terrifying hallucinations, overwhelming fear, or even disappear without a trace. Whether it's simply a creepy story or something far more sinister, the Midnight Game remains one of the internet's most unsettling paranormal legends.
- PIJuly 7 · 21 min
Doppelgangers Urban Legends fact fiction or something else.
Doppelganger What if you came face-to-face with yourself? The legend of the doppelganger tells of a mysterious double—an exact copy of a living person. Throughout history, many cultures have believed that seeing your own doppelganger is a chilling omen, often warning of tragedy, death, or a major life-changing event. Whether it's a supernatural entity, a psychological phenomenon, or something science has yet to explain, stories of doppelgangers continue to haunt those who claim they've encountered their own eerie twin.
- PIJuly 6 · 17 min
Staircase In The Woods Urban Legends Fact Fiction Or Something Else
The Staircases in the Woods Hidden deep within remote forests, people have reported finding old, abandoned staircases standing completely alone with no house, cabin, or structure anywhere nearby. Rangers, hikers, and campers have shared chilling stories of these mysterious staircases, warning others never to climb them. According to the legend, those who do may experience missing time, hear whispers, see impossible things, or return forever changed. Are these forgotten remnants of the past, elaborate myths, or something far more sinister waiting in the woods? The Staircases in the Woods remain one of the internet's most unsettling modern urban legends.
- PIJuly 4 · 19 min
Phantom Hitchhikers urban legends fact fiction or something else
The Phantom Hitchhikers The Phantom Hitchhiker is one of the world's most enduring urban legends. The story typically begins with a driver who stops to pick up a lone hitchhiker on a dark, deserted road. The passenger is often quiet, mysterious, and dressed in old-fashioned clothing. After a short drive, the hitchhiker suddenly vanishes without explanation, leaving behind no trace. In many versions of the legend, the driver later discovers the hitchhiker had died years earlier in a tragic accident near the very road where they were picked up. Countless people claim to have experienced these eerie encounters, making the Phantom Hitchhiker a chilling mystery that continues to blur the line between folklore and the paranormal.
- PIJuly 2 · 24 min
Bloody Marry and other mirror rituals Urban Legends Fact Fiction Or Something Else
Mirrors have long been linked to mystery, superstition, and the supernatural. From the legend of Bloody Mary to rituals like the Three Kings Game and the Midnight Man, people have believed that mirrors can act as gateways to spirits or other dimensions. But are these stories based on truth, fueled by fear, or simply enduring urban legends? Join us as we explore the chilling tales behind history's most infamous mirror rituals and decide for yourself: fact, fiction... or something else?
- PIJune 30 · 20 min
The Elevator Game Urban Legends Fact Fiction Or Something Else
The Elevator Game is a chilling urban legend that claims a specific sequence of elevator button presses can open a doorway to another dimension. According to the legend, those who complete the ritual may encounter strange phenomena, including a mysterious woman who should never be acknowledged. Whether it's a supernatural ritual or simply a modern myth, the Elevator Game continues to captivate thrill-seekers and paranormal enthusiasts around the world.
- PIS1 · E3June 27 · 12 min
The Backrooms Urban Legends Fact Fiction Or Something Else
The Backrooms is a modern urban legend about an endless maze of yellow, fluorescent-lit rooms that people can accidentally slip into through glitches in reality. Trapped inside, they must wander through seemingly infinite hallways while avoiding mysterious entities lurking in the shadows. The legend blurs the line between internet fiction and psychological horror, leaving many to wonder: is it just a story—or could the Backrooms really exist?