I broke down and watched 2 of this season's best-of last week. I want to say, that this crew are still the best ghost hunters on TV. I had forgotten about the possessions these guys had experienced. All 3 have at one time been taken over, and I must say that it must be difficult. We have watched the boy's over the years, and I for one took a lot for granted. Watching the "Bewitched & Bothered" best-of, I saw each member show personalities that were not their own. The one where Zak was taken over and really gave Aaron some hatred was especially compelling. Zak was downright mean, and the look in his eyes scared Aaron and even me. So, that being said, I want to offer my apologies to the whole "Ghost Adventure's" crew. These guys have gone to war for us, and even lost loved ones because of the show. I think it has been especially hard on Nick. He is the one that seems to wear the scars of battle on his sleeve. He may still be having problems, I don't know. So, the BEST paranormal crew on TV is still the "Ghost Adventures" gang, and they will be hard to top. Keep tuning in, these guy's have sacrificed a lot for a TV show.
Tuesday, February 19, 2013
Friday, February 15, 2013
Ghost Mine Update/Haunted Encounters: Face to Face
"Ghost Mine" is quickly becoming the best paranormal show on TV. Every week it is getting better and better, with more discovery's being made, and more drama as the haunting's continue to ramp up. With the discovery of the Mason's involvement and the secret mine opening being uncovered, using granite boulder's with 3 holes drilled into them forming a triangle and leading to the long hidden opening. The miner's discovered a very promising vein inside. But the electronic equipment is being quickly drained of power. This last episode was one of the quickest hours of TV I have ever watched. I highly recommend tuning in.
Which brings me to my disappointment in "Ghost Adventures." This was the best paranormal show on TV, but this season is a huge disappointment. Tonight is again a best of recap scrapping the bottom of the ghost barrel entitled "Obsessions and Possessions." Come on guys, is this it? Put us out of our collective misery and end it if this is all you have left. "Ghost Mine" is now the best paranormal show on TV.
Which brings me to "Haunted Encounters: Face to Face." I have only seen one episode in entirety, which is the season finale Episode 5 that aired on 12/28/12. Started off very promising, with a crew consisting of 4 people, a lead investigator, a psychic, a case manager, and a tech person, calling themselves "The Paranormal Syndicate." Taking a page from "Ghost Adventures," they supposedly stay all night at the locations.
This episode started with the "Houghton Mansion," home of A.C. Houghton and his family. It is now a Masonic Temple, which once again involves the secret society that is the Masons. It also has tragedy at it's core, with deaths associated with it. In 1914 A.C. and his daughter and her friend were being driven by chauffeur and family friend Mr Witters. He swerves to miss something in the road, the car goes over an embankment, and the daughter and friend are killed instantly. The next day or so Mr. Witters kills himself in the barn, and a few days later A.C. dies.
Houghton Mansion is listed as one of the most haunted locations in the US. The crew heads in, and the psychic, who should be carrying a camera sees a black figure. Then she sees an arm and out coming around the corner, and she's gone. She runs out! If she would have had a camera she might have gotten something, but oh no! I have never seen a scared psychic before. Using a flashlight adds to the crap.
Meanwhile the rest of the crew does their thing. They get a couple of compelling EVP's, but that's about it.
They move on to St. Mark's on the Bowery, a church with a founder of New York (Then New Amsterdam), buried in the foundation, and also built upon a graveyard. Talk about a prime locale. Also the site of many grave robbery's. So they try a "Ripple in Time." This is basically a rip-off of "Trigger Objects." They DO get things stirred up. But here's where they lost me. THEY LEAVE. Because they are scared! WTF! Never have I seen a crew leave in the middle of activity, vowing to never return. I suggest that with that, this show never return. This episode aired on Bio Friday's at 10pm eastern. If this was the season finale, I'm glad I didn't torture myself with the 4 previous episodes. I give it 1 out of 5 only because they did get some evidence.
Which brings me to my disappointment in "Ghost Adventures." This was the best paranormal show on TV, but this season is a huge disappointment. Tonight is again a best of recap scrapping the bottom of the ghost barrel entitled "Obsessions and Possessions." Come on guys, is this it? Put us out of our collective misery and end it if this is all you have left. "Ghost Mine" is now the best paranormal show on TV.
Which brings me to "Haunted Encounters: Face to Face." I have only seen one episode in entirety, which is the season finale Episode 5 that aired on 12/28/12. Started off very promising, with a crew consisting of 4 people, a lead investigator, a psychic, a case manager, and a tech person, calling themselves "The Paranormal Syndicate." Taking a page from "Ghost Adventures," they supposedly stay all night at the locations.
This episode started with the "Houghton Mansion," home of A.C. Houghton and his family. It is now a Masonic Temple, which once again involves the secret society that is the Masons. It also has tragedy at it's core, with deaths associated with it. In 1914 A.C. and his daughter and her friend were being driven by chauffeur and family friend Mr Witters. He swerves to miss something in the road, the car goes over an embankment, and the daughter and friend are killed instantly. The next day or so Mr. Witters kills himself in the barn, and a few days later A.C. dies.
Houghton Mansion is listed as one of the most haunted locations in the US. The crew heads in, and the psychic, who should be carrying a camera sees a black figure. Then she sees an arm and out coming around the corner, and she's gone. She runs out! If she would have had a camera she might have gotten something, but oh no! I have never seen a scared psychic before. Using a flashlight adds to the crap.
Meanwhile the rest of the crew does their thing. They get a couple of compelling EVP's, but that's about it.
They move on to St. Mark's on the Bowery, a church with a founder of New York (Then New Amsterdam), buried in the foundation, and also built upon a graveyard. Talk about a prime locale. Also the site of many grave robbery's. So they try a "Ripple in Time." This is basically a rip-off of "Trigger Objects." They DO get things stirred up. But here's where they lost me. THEY LEAVE. Because they are scared! WTF! Never have I seen a crew leave in the middle of activity, vowing to never return. I suggest that with that, this show never return. This episode aired on Bio Friday's at 10pm eastern. If this was the season finale, I'm glad I didn't torture myself with the 4 previous episodes. I give it 1 out of 5 only because they did get some evidence.
Friday, February 8, 2013
My Ghost Story/Caught On Camera
First, let me state my disappointment in what was my favorite show, "Ghost Adventures." Last week was another best of, and tonight's show is another. Now, if you've never seen the show, it's probably great. Cuts out a lot of dead air. Loyal viewers like myself are once again disappointed. I've even taken the show off my DVR recording list. What is going on? I figured last week their 100th episode would be new. Nope. Episode 101 is "Bewitched & Bothered," which is another rerun basically. Most shows celebrate 100 episodes. I guess the Travel Channel doesn't. Are they having difficulty getting results? Is Zak the new Ryan Buell? Are the spirits wise to them, and tired of being trained seals to perform for the masses? Spirits were people, and you can't treat them like a side-show act. Where's the show headed? I guess time will tell.
So this week I'm talking about "My Ghost Story/ My Ghost Story: Caught On Camera." For those who are new to Paranormal TV, these are great shows. Hell, I like them. Here you have amateur and unknown to the public paranormal teams. They get some great evidence. And, if you're a seasoned viewer, it's fun to watch and catch the scenes that probably aren't paranormal. I've seen a few where "orbs" are bugs and/or dust. But that doesn't stop them! No cynics debunking. It's great. I've also seen some very compelling evidence. Let me say, if the spirits are getting tired of performing for the pros, they have no such reservations for these folks. If you like lots of action without a lot of commentary, these shows are wonderful. I give them 5 out of 5 stars, especially the "Caught On Camera" shows. Which is what Bio is airing mostly. You can catch this show many times during the week, but the new episodes air on Fridays at 9pm eastern. Ironically the same time as the new "Ghost Adventures" shows air. Guess what I'll be watching tonight.
There is a cousin of to these shows. "Celebrity Ghost Stories," which also airs on Bio Channel. These shows feature real celebs, and fairly decent re-enactments. Not quite as good the "Caught On Camera" but OK. This is the show that led to Kim Russo's show "The Haunting of..." I've already covered that show, so I'll leave with a couple of thoughts.
Come on "Ghost Adventures." You were the cream of the crop. How about some new investigations? Also, "Ghost Mine" is fast becoming a favorite of mine. The episodes are building, and I can't wait until the next one. That's a good sign. The two paranormal investigator's would give Zak and crew a run for their money. They already are. "Ghost Mine" is my new favorite. Catch them at 9pm or 10pm Eastern on Wed. on Sy-Fy. Next week they are taking the 9 o'clock slot from "Ghost Hunters." Good call!
So this week I'm talking about "My Ghost Story/ My Ghost Story: Caught On Camera." For those who are new to Paranormal TV, these are great shows. Hell, I like them. Here you have amateur and unknown to the public paranormal teams. They get some great evidence. And, if you're a seasoned viewer, it's fun to watch and catch the scenes that probably aren't paranormal. I've seen a few where "orbs" are bugs and/or dust. But that doesn't stop them! No cynics debunking. It's great. I've also seen some very compelling evidence. Let me say, if the spirits are getting tired of performing for the pros, they have no such reservations for these folks. If you like lots of action without a lot of commentary, these shows are wonderful. I give them 5 out of 5 stars, especially the "Caught On Camera" shows. Which is what Bio is airing mostly. You can catch this show many times during the week, but the new episodes air on Fridays at 9pm eastern. Ironically the same time as the new "Ghost Adventures" shows air. Guess what I'll be watching tonight.
There is a cousin of to these shows. "Celebrity Ghost Stories," which also airs on Bio Channel. These shows feature real celebs, and fairly decent re-enactments. Not quite as good the "Caught On Camera" but OK. This is the show that led to Kim Russo's show "The Haunting of..." I've already covered that show, so I'll leave with a couple of thoughts.
Come on "Ghost Adventures." You were the cream of the crop. How about some new investigations? Also, "Ghost Mine" is fast becoming a favorite of mine. The episodes are building, and I can't wait until the next one. That's a good sign. The two paranormal investigator's would give Zak and crew a run for their money. They already are. "Ghost Mine" is my new favorite. Catch them at 9pm or 10pm Eastern on Wed. on Sy-Fy. Next week they are taking the 9 o'clock slot from "Ghost Hunters." Good call!
Thursday, January 31, 2013
Ghost Mine
I will try to do my posts on Thursdays here on out. "Ghost Mine," which is a new show, airs on Wed. at 10 Eastern on SY-FY. I will talk about it in a sec, but I just wanted to mention a show I've talked about before, "Ghost Hunters." A new episode aired last night, and I want to tell you, I'm really not impressed. Are these folks ever without a flashlight? Jason and Dave were walking around and they looked like burglars casing a joint for things to rob. They were jerking their lights around, constantly moving them up, down, sideways and back. I am surprised they ever get any evidence. I have never seen people that get paid to do what they do act so stupidly. Since a film crew follows them around, they have their hands free to survey every god-damn sound they hear. It's one thing to see where you are going, but it's another to never be in darkness. Are they scared? Let me say this: I'm done. They can do with this show whatever they want, but I'm done watching. It used to be kind of funny. Now it's just people bumbling their way through a location, flashlights blazing. Don't watch. There is a show that that follows their time slot that I think is great. It's called "Ghost Mine."
Ghost Mine takes place in Sumpter, OR at the old Crescent Mine. I've been to Sumpter, it's a cool town. A Texas oilman is re-opening the mine looking for gold. There are about 8 miners, all hit hard by unemployment and the economy. They are there to feed their families. Miners are very superstitious, especially the underground ones. They aren't too happy to have a couple of paranormal investigators around. Especially one with red hair. They are pretty rude to them in episode 1, and make their feelings known. They don't want them near the mine when they mining. They thought the paranormal folks would only go in after the shifts are over. They are quite rude, but underground mining is a very dangerous occupation. Sumpter has a huge dredge that was used in the late 1800's that is still on-site. A local Native American believes the whole town is cursed because of the scars done to the land by the dredge.
I've watched the first 3 episodes, and I'm liking it. One old miner is working, and hears 3 distinct knocks. He calls them Tommy Knockers, and when he hears these knocks, he's gone. He says," let's get the hell out of here." And I mean he leaves the site. He refuses to ever set foot in there again. He says there are good Knockers and bad. He thinks these are bad. Patrick and Kristen, (the paranormal folk), are getting evidence quickly. They have cameras set up, so they can watch as the miners work. The paranormal crew goes into to where the miners were and start an EVP session. They are hearing all kinds of things. Sounds of metal clashing, sounds of someone walking, when they are the only ones there. They also discover a new cave-in, proving the Tommy Knocker and the old miner right. I'm going to stop. I'm not going for play for play, I'm just giving you folks my opinion on these types of shows.
Kristen and Patrick have 25 years experience. The miners are all mostly very experienced. This is the best paranormal show to come on TV since "Ghost Adventures." I mean it's exciting! It's real! It's worth an hour of your time. Today they are showing the first 3 episodes back-to-back at 2pm Eastern. Watch! Great show.
Ghost Mine takes place in Sumpter, OR at the old Crescent Mine. I've been to Sumpter, it's a cool town. A Texas oilman is re-opening the mine looking for gold. There are about 8 miners, all hit hard by unemployment and the economy. They are there to feed their families. Miners are very superstitious, especially the underground ones. They aren't too happy to have a couple of paranormal investigators around. Especially one with red hair. They are pretty rude to them in episode 1, and make their feelings known. They don't want them near the mine when they mining. They thought the paranormal folks would only go in after the shifts are over. They are quite rude, but underground mining is a very dangerous occupation. Sumpter has a huge dredge that was used in the late 1800's that is still on-site. A local Native American believes the whole town is cursed because of the scars done to the land by the dredge.
I've watched the first 3 episodes, and I'm liking it. One old miner is working, and hears 3 distinct knocks. He calls them Tommy Knockers, and when he hears these knocks, he's gone. He says," let's get the hell out of here." And I mean he leaves the site. He refuses to ever set foot in there again. He says there are good Knockers and bad. He thinks these are bad. Patrick and Kristen, (the paranormal folk), are getting evidence quickly. They have cameras set up, so they can watch as the miners work. The paranormal crew goes into to where the miners were and start an EVP session. They are hearing all kinds of things. Sounds of metal clashing, sounds of someone walking, when they are the only ones there. They also discover a new cave-in, proving the Tommy Knocker and the old miner right. I'm going to stop. I'm not going for play for play, I'm just giving you folks my opinion on these types of shows.
Kristen and Patrick have 25 years experience. The miners are all mostly very experienced. This is the best paranormal show to come on TV since "Ghost Adventures." I mean it's exciting! It's real! It's worth an hour of your time. Today they are showing the first 3 episodes back-to-back at 2pm Eastern. Watch! Great show.
Saturday, January 26, 2013
Ghost Adventures Latest
After watching Episode 99 of Ghost Adventures, I must say that I've been quite disappointed with this season. Four episodes have been "Best Of," which is kind of a misnomer. Yes, it's the best of several episodes which all have the same theme i.e. "Haunted Hotels," but there is nothing new, except for Zak's commentary. No scenes that didn't make it into the original episodes, nothing "new." Now if you're new to the show is guess this is fine, but if you've been watching from the start, it's very disappointing.
After watching the episode before this last one, I thought "alright, new shows, new places." Then last night, here we go again. I don't know what is happening to the crew internally, but as I've said before I think Nick is burned out. Are they doing this because Nick is leaving the show? Has the Travel Channel chopped the budget? Are they all tired of it and this is going to be it? I have more questions than answers, but let me say this: If Nick does leave, don't replace him. I think Zak and Aaron would be fine with just them investigating. If you look back, I've noticed that Zak and Aaron seem to get the most action in every episode. Aaron has been promoted to 'Investigator," and that was wise. He always seems to get the spirits to rise up. I think it's because of his demeanor. He's a likable guy, and I think spirits are drawn to him. And Zak is the lead investigator, and he's always been a pleasure to watch.
So, I just ask, "What is going on with Ghost Adventures?" Is this it? The next episode will be number 100. Will it be the swan song? I don't know yet. I have Dish, and so far my listings haven't updated so I can see what next week's episode is. I know this show has caused personal problems for all the cast. Maybe they need a break. Or maybe the adventure has come to an end. Either way, I've enjoyed myself, and without them Friday night's will suck. But so do "Best Of" episodes.
After watching the episode before this last one, I thought "alright, new shows, new places." Then last night, here we go again. I don't know what is happening to the crew internally, but as I've said before I think Nick is burned out. Are they doing this because Nick is leaving the show? Has the Travel Channel chopped the budget? Are they all tired of it and this is going to be it? I have more questions than answers, but let me say this: If Nick does leave, don't replace him. I think Zak and Aaron would be fine with just them investigating. If you look back, I've noticed that Zak and Aaron seem to get the most action in every episode. Aaron has been promoted to 'Investigator," and that was wise. He always seems to get the spirits to rise up. I think it's because of his demeanor. He's a likable guy, and I think spirits are drawn to him. And Zak is the lead investigator, and he's always been a pleasure to watch.
So, I just ask, "What is going on with Ghost Adventures?" Is this it? The next episode will be number 100. Will it be the swan song? I don't know yet. I have Dish, and so far my listings haven't updated so I can see what next week's episode is. I know this show has caused personal problems for all the cast. Maybe they need a break. Or maybe the adventure has come to an end. Either way, I've enjoyed myself, and without them Friday night's will suck. But so do "Best Of" episodes.
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
The Haunting of...
"The Haunting Of..." is a show on the Bio channel featuring Psychic/Medium Kim Russo, and a new celebrity each time that has usually first told their story of a haunting on the show "Celebrity Ghost Stories."
I first saw Kim Russo a few years back on "Paranormal State." I can't remember the episode, but I think she has only been used by Ryan Buell and company one time. Kim claims that she actually sees ghosts, and talks with them silently. She and the celeb arrive separately at the site of the haunting, and sometimes this is a haunting that has happened before they were famous, although not always. I remember 2 episodes I saw, one with Regis Philbin and one with Gina Gershon. Both were quite interesting. I think Regis is quite the skeptic at first. But towards the end when Kim names some names that only he and people very close to him would know, I think he changed his mind. Now I'm not saying that everything that Kim uncovers couldn't be found somewhere, but I think she won him over. Kim is quite interesting, and a lot of times is greeted by the spirits of the location before she even gets there. If she is the real deal, it must be a very hard existence. I mean, imagine everywhere you go, you see spirits, and they all want to talk to you at the same time, because they know she can see and hear them. The Gina Gershon episode was pretty good too, although all of things that Kim uncovered could be found in public records. This haunting happened while Gina was in New York, going to college. Since I've only seen 2 shows, and they are not showing new shows right now, I will say I've spent time on things a lot worse. Kim is quite likable. And the celebrities usually are fairly famous. So I give it 3 1/2 stars.
I may revisit this later on when new episodes appear, if they do. It airs on Bio on Saturdays at 10 pm Eastern. I want to believe Kim is the real deal, I really do. If not, she should be an actress. Sometimes while watching "Paranormal State," and Ryan is being an ass, I sing the intro of the Beatles song, "I'll Get You," when Lennon is singing "Oh Yeah Oh Yeah," except I substitute "Bullshit Bullshit." Try it sometime. One show I really sing along with is "The Ghost Hunters." I don't know if any of these shows are real, and I'm not sure spirits are real. I'm becoming a skeptic myself. The TV has been inundated with paranormal shows, a new one appearing almost weekly. I will continue to be open, but I sure would like to go to a haunted location with a pro, and see it with my own eyes. As a child I think I was haunted by a spirit, but I can't say for sure. So I'll continue singing "Bullshit Bullshit" when I watch and see something that is crap. Maybe someday I'll be proved wrong. I also think My brother who died of Alzheimer's came back after he died, giving me goosebumps, and I could hear pacing every night in his old room. (he moved in with me so I could care for him.) One day something fell of a shelf that was not gravity, and it pissed me off. So I said, "Ted you're dead! Look for a white light. Look for a white light and go through it!" He hasn't been back.
I first saw Kim Russo a few years back on "Paranormal State." I can't remember the episode, but I think she has only been used by Ryan Buell and company one time. Kim claims that she actually sees ghosts, and talks with them silently. She and the celeb arrive separately at the site of the haunting, and sometimes this is a haunting that has happened before they were famous, although not always. I remember 2 episodes I saw, one with Regis Philbin and one with Gina Gershon. Both were quite interesting. I think Regis is quite the skeptic at first. But towards the end when Kim names some names that only he and people very close to him would know, I think he changed his mind. Now I'm not saying that everything that Kim uncovers couldn't be found somewhere, but I think she won him over. Kim is quite interesting, and a lot of times is greeted by the spirits of the location before she even gets there. If she is the real deal, it must be a very hard existence. I mean, imagine everywhere you go, you see spirits, and they all want to talk to you at the same time, because they know she can see and hear them. The Gina Gershon episode was pretty good too, although all of things that Kim uncovered could be found in public records. This haunting happened while Gina was in New York, going to college. Since I've only seen 2 shows, and they are not showing new shows right now, I will say I've spent time on things a lot worse. Kim is quite likable. And the celebrities usually are fairly famous. So I give it 3 1/2 stars.
I may revisit this later on when new episodes appear, if they do. It airs on Bio on Saturdays at 10 pm Eastern. I want to believe Kim is the real deal, I really do. If not, she should be an actress. Sometimes while watching "Paranormal State," and Ryan is being an ass, I sing the intro of the Beatles song, "I'll Get You," when Lennon is singing "Oh Yeah Oh Yeah," except I substitute "Bullshit Bullshit." Try it sometime. One show I really sing along with is "The Ghost Hunters." I don't know if any of these shows are real, and I'm not sure spirits are real. I'm becoming a skeptic myself. The TV has been inundated with paranormal shows, a new one appearing almost weekly. I will continue to be open, but I sure would like to go to a haunted location with a pro, and see it with my own eyes. As a child I think I was haunted by a spirit, but I can't say for sure. So I'll continue singing "Bullshit Bullshit" when I watch and see something that is crap. Maybe someday I'll be proved wrong. I also think My brother who died of Alzheimer's came back after he died, giving me goosebumps, and I could hear pacing every night in his old room. (he moved in with me so I could care for him.) One day something fell of a shelf that was not gravity, and it pissed me off. So I said, "Ted you're dead! Look for a white light. Look for a white light and go through it!" He hasn't been back.
Saturday, January 19, 2013
Fringe
I know that this is a sci-fi show, but having just watched the series finale, I felt I had to mention it. Fringe is about a government group that has the utmost clearance, and to most people it does not exist. It investigates odd occurrences. I by odd, I mean weird, sometimes almost paranormal happenings.
I have watched this show since it first came on TV, since 2008. It was one of the greatest TV shows of all time, in my humble opinion. Kudos to the actors we feel in love with, and to the writers who took this series to the extreme. I will be honest, I cried like a baby at the end. I will really miss this show. It became part of my Friday nights for 5 years. Incredible! The finale has truly left me speechless. From the special effects, to the set design, to the instruments etc. that looked so real. I think I know one reason Fox had to end it. I bet it cost a fortune to shoot. It had such realism, you forgot that these type of things don't exist. I am not going to write about all the things that happened in the last 5 years because it would take me weeks. From the acting to the props, this show was top-notch.
So, I'd suggest buying the box set when it comes out. It would be prudent to see this from the beginning. I really hope that Fox goes all out, and releases the whole thing on Blu-Ray. I begging you Fox, release the whole thing as a box set in Blu-Ray. I'll be waiting. And so should you...
I have watched this show since it first came on TV, since 2008. It was one of the greatest TV shows of all time, in my humble opinion. Kudos to the actors we feel in love with, and to the writers who took this series to the extreme. I will be honest, I cried like a baby at the end. I will really miss this show. It became part of my Friday nights for 5 years. Incredible! The finale has truly left me speechless. From the special effects, to the set design, to the instruments etc. that looked so real. I think I know one reason Fox had to end it. I bet it cost a fortune to shoot. It had such realism, you forgot that these type of things don't exist. I am not going to write about all the things that happened in the last 5 years because it would take me weeks. From the acting to the props, this show was top-notch.
So, I'd suggest buying the box set when it comes out. It would be prudent to see this from the beginning. I really hope that Fox goes all out, and releases the whole thing on Blu-Ray. I begging you Fox, release the whole thing as a box set in Blu-Ray. I'll be waiting. And so should you...
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