This Haunted Life

Don't Go to SleepThis Haunted LifeHost: Adam BerryIntroductionWhat happens when the comfort of bedtime turns into a place of terror? Adam introduces the world of nightmares—dreams that linger into waking life and sometimes even seem to come true.Act 1: Where the Nightmares BeginWe explore the science of nightmares: why we dream, how they affect children and adults differently, and what happens when bad dreams become a chronic disorder. Adam also looks at how therapy and treatment can help reclaim peaceful sleep.Act 2: Real Nightmares from Real ListenersListeners share chilling stories of nightmares that eerily echoed real-life events. Were they warnings, coincidences, or something stranger? These stories highlight the mysterious boundary between dreams and reality.Act 3: In Sleep, Something Wicked This Way ComesAdam examines reports of shadowy figures, ghostly presences, and other terrors experienced at night. Could these be paranormal visitors, or are they terrifying hallucinations brought on by sleep paralysis? Folklore and science offer different answers.Act 4: The Waking Nightmare She Saw in a DreamOne listener recounts a disturbing nightmare on the eve of a historic tragedy. Adam reflects on her story and connects it with his own memories, showing how nightmares can intertwine with moments that change the world.Act 5: Dream a Little DreamAdam shares a personal nightmare from childhood that haunted him for years. In confronting this dream, he reflects on how sharing our fears can sometimes take away their power.Support the Show: Join our Haunted Life Patreon www.patreon.com/adamberry to get behind-the-scenes content, exclusive Q&As, and connect with fellow Hauntees.PLUS first access to “This After-Life” - a companion YouTube podcast where we explore each episode in more detail with special guests and have all the fun to be had! If you enjoyed the episode, share it with friends (or enemies — we don’t judge). Rate, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.Connect with Adam:Haunted Life Patreon - www.patreon.com/adamberryInstagram www.instagram.com/adamberryTwitter www.twitter.com/adamjberryTikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@theadamberry?lang=en&is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=mobile&sender_web_id=7496753372930983454YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@AdamBerryJPodcast Website www.HauntedLifePodcast.comAdam’s Website www.adam-berry.comProduction Credits:Host/Producer/Writer: Adam BerryCo-Producer/Music: Chad Rossi Provincetown Recording StudioWriter and Co- Producer: Julie TremaineArtwork: Laura Lineberry

“As friends we gather, hearts are true, spirits near, we call to you…”That’s the chant that begins most Ouija board sessions—but what really happens after you call? In this immersive and deeply personal episode, Adam Berry pulls back the planchette-shaped curtain on the true history, mystery, and controversy of the Ouija board. From spooky basements and dusty attics to Target toy aisles and academic labs, we trace how a simple board became one of the most misunderstood—and feared—objects in paranormal culture.This episode is split into FIVE revealing acts, each diving deeper into what Ouija boards really are, where they came from, and how they’ve haunted the public imagination for over a century.Support the Show: Join our Haunted Life Patreon www.patreon.com/adamberry to get behind-the-scenes content, exclusive Q&As, and connect with fellow Hauntees.PLUS first access to “This After-Life” - a companion YouTube podcast where we explore each episode in more detail with special guests and have all the fun to be had! If you enjoyed the episode, share it with friends (or enemies — we don’t judge). Rate, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.Connect with Adam:Haunted Life Patreon - www.patreon.com/adamberryInstagram www.instagram.com/adamberryTwitter www.twitter.com/adamjberryTikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@theadamberry?lang=en&is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=mobile&sender_web_id=7496753372930983454YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@AdamBerryJPodcast Website www.HauntedLifePodcast.comAdam’s Website www.adam-berry.comProduction Credits:Host/Producer/Writer: Adam BerryCo-Producer/Music: Chad Rossi Provincetown Recording StudioWriter and Co- Producer: Julie TremaineArtwork: Laura Lineberry

Before you dive into our newest episode, a quick note from the team. This week’s show explores the eerie legends and ghost stories surrounding summer camps—a theme we recorded two weeks ago, before the devastating floods in Texas.Our hearts are heavy, and we want to extend our deepest condolences to all those affected by this recent tragedy. We stand with the victims, their families, and the entire community during this incredibly difficult time.What happens when summer camp becomes a setting not for s’mores and swimming, but for something much darker? In this nostalgic and spine-tingling episode, Adam Berry dives into the eerie evolution of summer camp—from wholesome wilderness retreats to blood-soaked horror tropes. With personal stories, classic lore, and a real-life paranormal investigation into a haunted camp, this episode is your ghost story told under the stars.ACT 1: What’s Lurking in the WoodsIt all started with good intentions. Summer camp began as a wholesome tradition—teaching kids life skills, building independence, and sparking lifelong friendships. But by the 1980s, Hollywood had transformed these idyllic escapes into brutal battlegrounds where slashers roamed and no one was safe once the sun went down.ACT 2: The Darkness Beyond the TreesAdam shares his own summer camp experiences, including an overnight trip, a church camp scare, and his first taste of ghost stories around the fire. These personal tales blur the line between fun and fear—and remind us how easily the woods can turn ominous.ACT 3: Get it Right or Pay the PriceJohn E.L. Tenney joins the show to break down why we tell ghost stories at all—especially around the campfire. From ancient warnings to psychological bonding, you’ll learn how storytelling has long been a way to scare, protect, and connect. And yes, some of these tales might just ignite a lifelong interest in the paranormal.ACT 4: A Night at Camp FearAdam revisits a chilling real-life investigation from Ghost Hunters, where he spent the night alone in a haunted cabin at a summer camp with a history of drownings and unexplained phenomena. What happened off-camera is even more unnerving than what made it to air…ACT 5: A Story for the Dark Road AheadTo close the episode, Adam brings us full circle with a classic urban legend guaranteed to make you check your backseat. “The Hook” is retold in full spooky detail—the perfect campfire tale to carry with you into the night. Just remember to keep the doors locked.

Clowns: they were never just funny. In this chilling and surprising episode, Adam Berry explores our collective fear of clowns—from their ancient, shadowy origins to the personal phobias they trigger in people today. With psychological insight, historical depth, and real-world hauntings, this episode blends horror, humor, and healing in a way only This Haunted Life can.ACT 1: Comedy, Tragedy, and Terror Before there was Pennywise, there were pantomime tricksters, haunted jesters, and sad-faced fools. Adam dives into the long, layered history of clowns—where fear and laughter were never far apart. From ancient courts to modern crime scenes, the line between joke and threat gets blurrier than you think.How ancient clowns were designed to make people uncomfortableThe 19th century shift that turned clowns tragic—and terrifyingWhy clowns were never really “safe,” even before pop culture took overThe true crime case that permanently changed how we view the red noseACT 2: The Clowns That Haunt Our Dreams Why do so many people have such a visceral reaction to clowns? Adam talks to three people with deep-rooted clown phobias—each with wildly different reasons. These intimate interviews reveal surprising triggers, hidden traumas, and the subtle psychology that makes clowns uniquely unsettling.A horror fan who can watch killer clown films but can’t face the real thingA veteran whose childhood prank turned into lifelong anxietyA woman whose experience at a haunted house turned into a full-blown panic attackThe science behind why exaggerated faces and “hidden emotion” disturb usACT 3: Searching for the Real Killer Clowns What happens when a clown-phobic ghost hunter checks in to one of the most terrifying locations in the U.S.? Enter the Clown Motel in Tonopah, Nevada—home to thousands of clown dolls and eerie paranormal activity. This segment blends supernatural suspense with deeply emotional storytelling.First-hand account of investigating the Clown Motel (yes, it’s next to a cemetery)Encounters with haunted objects and possible child spiritsThe mysterious presence of “Charlie”—a life-sized clown that allegedly moves on his ownAn unexpected connection with a spirit who found peace in the unlikeliest placeACT 4: What’s Behind the Mask To close the episode, Adam looks at the brighter side of clowning—and the people who use it to heal, not harm. From legendary figures like Patch Adams to global clown doctors who bring hope into hospitals and war zones, this act is about reclaiming joy from fear.The legacy of Hunter “Patch” Adams and the power of playWhy clowning can be a tool for empathy, connection, and transformationA reminder that not all clowns hide something sinister—and some might just want a hug

In this episode, Adam Berry explores how superstitions—whether lighthearted, cultural, or deeply personal—affect the way we move through life and approach the unknown. From ancient fears to ghost hunting techniques, each act reveals a different facet of how belief and ritual shape our reality.ACT 1 – Magical ThinkingExplores how small rituals and habits are often rooted in superstition.Discusses the cultural history behind common beliefs: broken mirrors, lucky numbers, black cats, and ladders.Looks at how superstitions function as protective charms or mental coping mechanisms.Includes theatrical traditions like “break a leg,” ghost lights, and the legendary fear of Macbeth.ACT 2 – To Trap a GhostExamines how superstition plays a role in real-world paranormal investigations.Introduces a case where traditional protective objects were used to influence spiritual behavior.Considers how folklore, belief, and intention can be used to set boundaries with the unknown.Reflects on the connection between ritual action and energetic response in haunted spaces.ACT 3 – Our Superstitions, Our SelvesConnects superstition to psychology, stress, and the human need for control.Cites research from scholars like Stuart Vyse and Jane Risen.Explores the concept of intention and manifestation as a form of emotional self-regulation.Includes references to popular media like The Secret and the use of vision boards.ACT 4 – Real Fans, Real SuperstitionsShares real listener-submitted superstitions from a wide range of backgrounds.Highlights occupational beliefs from medical, emergency, and military professionals.Showcases cultural and familial traditions passed through generations.Touches on rituals related to driving, coins, omens, and unusual personal rules.ACT 5 – Very SuperstitiousReflects on the nature of belief and the value of ritual, even when it isn’t logical.Challenges the idea that superstition is harmful or silly.Suggests that belief—when used with intention—can offer grounding, protection, or even healing.Leaves listeners with a final thought: if it helps you, why not do it?

This episode explores the fascinating intersection between thrill-seeking, hauntings, and the unseen spirits that may be lingering at major American theme parks. From Disney’s Haunted Mansion to Knott’s Berry Farm’s real-life ghost town, Adam dives into tales from employees, researchers, and first-hand investigations that suggest some guests never really leave.Main Segments & TopicsIntro – The Haunted Fun of Theme ParksWalt Disney's vision for Disneyland included embracing fear as entertainment (Haunted Mansion opened in 1969).Theme parks provide "safe scares" — a psychological release of fear-driven chemicals.Universal Orlando’s new Dark Universe horror-themed land shows our continued fascination with monsters and fright.Act 1: The Guests Who Never LeaveSpeculation around Walt Disney’s ghostCast member reports: shadow figures, phantom music, voices, ghostly guest named Mr. One-Way on Space Mountain.Theory: Happy energy from theme parks draws spirits like a beacon; emotional imprinting from visitors fuels residual hauntings.Act 2: Kings Island & The Girl in the Blue DressAdam and Amy Bruni investigate Kings Island in Ohio during the off-season.Encountered signs of the spirit “Missouri Jane,” a young girl believed to be linked to an on-site cemetery.Paranormal experience inside the abandoned haunted house attraction — footsteps, leading energy, and atmospheric chills.Act 3: The Real Ghosts of Calico Ghost Town at Knott’s Berry FarmOrigins of Knott’s Berry Farm, Calico Ghost Town, and use of real historic buildings.Park founder Walter Knott recreated the Old West, sometimes with actual 19th-century structures, possibly bringing spirits with them.Stories from employees include:Miss Hazel, an early staff member upset by the commercialization of the parkGeorge and Harold, ghosts haunting the Timber Mountain Log RideCordelia Knott, believed to still observe from her beloved Chicken Dinner Restaurant.Act 4: Listener Spotlight – Christie’s Wild RideOrigins of Knott’s Berry Farm, Calico Ghost Town, and use of real historic buildings.Park founder Walter Knott recreated the Old West, sometimes with actual 19th-century structures, possibly bringing spirits with them.Stories from employees include:Miss Hazel, an early staff member upset by the commercialization of the parkGeorge and Harold, ghosts haunting the Timber Mountain Log RideCordelia Knott, believed to still observe from her beloved Chicken Dinner Restaurant. Interview with Christie Drolet, a long-time Knott’s employee.Firsthand accounts:Items moving on their own.Hair being pulled until she directly addressed the spirit.Apparitions in restaurants, theaters, and ghost town attractions.Disembodied voices from spirits named Harold (grumpy) and George (playful).Ghosts seen walking stages and saloons, seemingly reliving their time in the park.Does Walter and Cordelia Knott still walk the grounds?Act 5: Thrill of a Lifetime — And BeyondReflection: If you could choose to haunt anywhere, wouldn’t a theme park be ideal?Ghosts as eternal park guests: always welcome, surrounded by joy and magic, and even allowed to scare.Final thought: Theme parks are made for the living, but they may just be paradise for the dearly departed, too.

In the debut episode of This Haunted Life, paranormal investigator Adam Berry takes us deep underground — both literally and emotionally. What begins with personal stories from his haunted childhood home evolves into something much larger: a chilling paranormal case involving possible human remains, and a real-life listener story that will stay with you long after the episode ends. From unexplained footsteps to recurring dreams that blur the line between reality and nightmare, this episode explores what happens when the basement becomes a true crime drama for the unknown.In This Episode, We Discuss:Adam’s first brushes with the paranormal in his childhood basementThe symbolic, psychological, and spiritual weight of basements in horrorA real investigation involving a ghostly EVP, a cadaver dog, and ground-penetrating radarA terrifying listener story from North Dakota with dreams so intense they left a man forever changedThe recurring theme of entrapment — physical, emotional, and supernaturalWhy the scariest part of the house might be the part we least want to exploreKey Segments:Act 1: It All Started in the BasementAdam’s earliest memories of fear — and curiosity — unfold in the Bluff Street basement, a space that seemed to call to him even as a child.Act 2: Fear Below the SurfaceA dive into why basements stir such primal fear. From horror movie tropes to buried trauma, we unpack the layers of dread.Act 3: The Real Ghosts in the BasementA haunted antique shop, a ghost whispering “I was left down here,” and real-world evidence of buried human remains— Adam recounts one of the most shocking cases of his career.Act 4: A Listener’s Real — and Really Terrifying — Haunted Basement ExperienceListener Grady Hughes shares a horrifying ordeal: uneasiness, shadowy figures, and a recurring nightmare featuring a entity that was part Hollywood horror and part worst fear. Grady was trapped in more ways than one — until he escaped. Then… well, you will have to take a listen.Act 5: The Basement as the End… and the BeginningA return to Bluff Street. Adam recounts one final chilling memory — being locked in the basement. Or was he? Fear and imagination meet… and that's where horror begins.

Adam Berry Unveils New Paranormal Podcast This Haunted Life — Debut Episode MAY 13 2025 Acclaimed paranormal investigator and television host Adam Berry is making waves in the podcasting world with the launch of This Haunted Life, a gripping new series that blends personal stories, real investigations, and listener-submitted hauntings. The debut episode, It All Started in the Basement, is available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and anywhere you get your podcasts.In this chilling first installment, Berry revisits the haunted basement of his childhood home and connects it to one of the most unnerving cases of his career. The episode also highlights a terrifying listener story involving shadowy figures and nightmares so vivid they cross into waking life.“This podcast is about digging deeper—both into haunted spaces and the personal experiences that shape our fears,” says Berry. “In this episode, we confront why basements so often symbolize entrapment and dread, backed by real investigations and firsthand accounts.” Berry’s blend of storytelling, investigation, and listener engagement makes This Haunted Life a must-listen for fans of paranormal podcasts and horror culture alike. With sharp production and a compelling format, the show is primed to become a standout in the genre. About This Haunted Life: This Haunted Life is a bi-weekly podcast exploring true paranormal stories, psychological deep-dives, and firsthand encounters with the unexplained. Hosted by Adam Berry, the show is a meeting place for skeptics and believers alike, offering both thrills and thoughtful analysis.Production Credits: Host/Producer/Writer: Adam Berry;  Co-Producer/Music: Chad Rossi and Provincetown Records; Co-Poducer/Writer: Julie Tremaine; Artwork/Media: Laura Lineberry