The Psychic and The Skeptic

Christy Clark and Kathryn Wickham
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The podcast that discusses all things paranormal from the perspective of a psychic and a skeptic. We are seasoned paranormal investigators with more than 40 years of combined experience. Join us as we explore theories surrounding the unexplained and share our experiences with real examples of what we have encountered over the years. So bring an open mind... and a bit of skepticism!

  1. Oct 23

    Case Files - The Haunted Hill House in Mineral Wells, TX

    On this Case File episode, Christy and Kathy introduce their investigation of the Haunted Hill House in Mineral Wells, Texas, conducted over two-night visits on Nov. 7–8, 2025 and Apr. 10–11, 2026, and discuss theories for why activity varies night to night from both paranormal and skeptical viewpoints. They outline reported phenomena at the location and share the home’s history, ownership by Sonny and Kathy Estes, and links to Mineral Wells “Crazy Water,” speakeasy/brothel rumors, and nearby East Mountain legends. Using equipment including cameras, EMF tools, REM pod, and a spirit box, they describe captured incidents: a toy dog activating unusually, a possible door slam, an audible disembodied female voice, ceiling-fan red light flickering, and a childlike hum and whistle heard and recorded, then tease a follow-up episode about a morning event and additional April evidence, plus a Halloween episode on “the veil.” Be sure to follow our podcast for updates, rate us on your favorite platform, and share your thoughts and stories at psychicandskeptic@gmail.com. Disclaimers: This podcast is for informational or entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional or medical advice. The content is general and accuracy is not guaranteed. Listeners are responsible for how they use the information.The hosts are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.This podcast content is protected by copyright and unauthorized use is prohibited. 00:00 Hill House Intro 00:50 Two Visits Setup 01:32 Why Activity Varies 03:41 Crowds And Context 04:36 Meet The Parasisters 05:13 Haunting Claims Tour 06:45 Owners And TV Fame 09:30 Town History And Wells 12:15 Deaths And Legends 15:30 Gear And Methods 19:27 House Vibe After Dark 20:44 Settling In and Setup 21:07 Audio Rules and Team Familiarity 21:53 Kids Toys Trigger Activity 23:42 Door Slam and Rising Tension 24:06 Disembodied Voice EVP Debate 28:22 Light Flickers and Humming 30:18 Skeptics Check the Wiring 32:09 Spirit Box Clip and Whistle 35:22 Is This Place Truly Haunted 35:48 Visitor Energy and Protection 37:42 Staircase Shooting Tease 39:06 Wrap Up and Halloween Plans

  2. Oct 8

    Hell Hounds - Guardians at the gates of Hell

    On this spooky-season episode, Christy and Kathy investigate hell hound legends by separating what witnesses report from what they believe it means, while noting these black-dog traditions developed independently and are not a scientifically recognized species. They cover common descriptions (giant black dogs with glowing eyes, snarls, sudden appearances near graveyards, forests, lonely roads, or “portals”) and the idea that encounters warn of death or bad luck. The discussion traces origins from Greek mythology (Cerberus guarding Hades; Hecate’s associated hounds) to Norse and British folklore (Garmr, the Wild Hunt, Black Shuck, Barghest, Church Grimm), including medieval and Elizabethan reports such as Peterborough (1127) and the 1577 Bungay and Blythburgh church incidents during storms. They also compare Aztec beliefs about the Xoloitzcuintle guiding souls through Mictlan and reflect on psychological and environmental explanations like misidentification, pareidolia, sleep-related hallucinations, and weather, ending with differing views on whether a spiritual “guardian” concept exists. Be sure to follow our podcast for updates, rate us on your favorite platform, and share your thoughts and stories at psychicandskeptic@gmail.com. Disclaimers: This podcast is for informational or entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional or medical advice. The content is general and accuracy is not guaranteed. Listeners are responsible for how they use the information.The hosts are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.This podcast content is protected by copyright and unauthorized use is prohibited.00:00 Hellhounds Intro 01:54 What Is A Hellhound 04:49 Portals And Boundaries 05:35 Mythology Roots 08:12 Norse And British Lore 11:45 Wild Hunt Chronicles 13:55 Black Shuck At Bungay 16:35 Blythburgh Devil Prints 19:28 Jump Ahead To 1829 19:33 Old Shuck Folklore 20:20 How Legends Spread 20:57 Aztec Underworld Dog 22:22 Nine Levels Mictlan 27:04 Crossing River Guide 29:36 Grim Reaper Origins 31:55 Skeptic Explanations 33:33 Are Hellhounds Real 38:41 Halloween Wrap Up

  3. Sep 24

    The Autumn Equinox - When the Veil Begins to Thin

    On this episode, Christy and Kathy explore the autumn equinox through astronomy, history, folklore, and modern paranormal claims, asking whether it’s simply a seasonal marker or a spiritually significant “thin veil” time. They explain what the equinox is, examine modern pagan terminology, and discuss symbolism. They review claims of equinox-linked hauntings and the Equinox Hotel ghost stories, emphasizing how interpretation and expectation shape reports. Kathy says the equinox doesn’t change spiritual activity for her, while both stress data collection, controls, and listener journaling to look for patterns. Be sure to follow our podcast for updates, rate us on your favorite platform, and share your thoughts and stories at psychicandskeptic@gmail.com. Disclaimers: This podcast is for informational or entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional or medical advice. The content is general and accuracy is not guaranteed. Listeners are responsible for how they use the information.The hosts are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.This podcast content is protected by copyright and unauthorized use is prohibited.00:00 Autumn Equinox Setup 05:28 Balance Myth Busting 09:18 Ancient Sites Traditions 17:27 Mabon Origins Explained 20:11 Why Fall Feels Spooky 21:40 Persephone Seasonal Myth 27:06 Equinox Haunting Claims 28:45 Hall Road Bridge Legend 30:10 Midnight Cemetery Signs 30:35 Staircases and Portals 31:33 Equinox Investigation Bias 34:22 Haunted Equinox Hotel Story 35:34 Lincoln Legends vs History 37:50 Does the Veil Thin 47:01 Spooky Season Wrap Up 49:52 Final Thoughts and Sign Off

  4. Sep 10

    Appalacian Trail Ghosts and Legends

    On this episode, the hosts explore folklore, paranormal claims, cryptids, and true crime tied to the 2,198-mile Appalachian Trail, outlining its route, history, management, and the hiking culture that helps legends spread. They discuss published lore like Madeline Vinton Dahlgren’s 1882 book South Mountain Magic may shape experiences. Featured stories include the Wampus Cat (Cherokee-based legend and newspaper panics), the ghost of lost child Ottie Klein Powell near Bluff Mountain and Punch Bowl Shelter, the Brown Mountain Lights and USGS explanations versus later folklore, and the Snarly Yow phantom black dog. They also cover the 1981 Wapiti Shelter murders by Randall Lee Smith and his 2008 shooting of two fishermen, plus a 1975 hatchet killing at Vandeventer Shelter, and end with modern accounts like a “floating dress” near Hog Pen Gap and unexplained footsteps near Fontana Dam, inviting listeners to submit encounters. Be sure to follow our podcast for updates, rate us on your favorite platform, and share your thoughts and stories at psychicandskeptic@gmail.com. Disclaimers: This podcast is for informational or entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional or medical advice. The content is general and accuracy is not guaranteed. Listeners are responsible for how they use the information.The hosts are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.This podcast content is protected by copyright and unauthorized use is prohibited.00:00 Welcome to the AT 02:00 Why Hikers Come 02:54 Legends Take Root 04:36 Skeptic Lens Outdoors 06:59 Wampus Cat Origins 12:04 Newspaper Panic Waves 14:13 Ottie Powell Tragedy 17:14 Ghost Boy Reports 25:56 Brown Mountain Lights 28:55 Lights and Legends Shift 29:33 Scotty Wiseman Song Lore 30:34 Snarly Yow Cryptid 33:46 Phantom Dog Encounters 35:28 Why Cryptid Stories Spread 36:36 Shelters and Trail Culture 37:33 Wapiti Shelter Murders 42:07 Vandeventer Shelter Tragedy 45:12 Debunking Trail Experiences 46:36 Floating Dress Apparition 48:11 Footsteps in Snow Mystery 49:50 Internet Amplifies Hauntings 50:10 Trail Haunted Debate 50:41 Share Your Encounter 51:41 Closing Thanks and Signoff

  5. Aug 27

    Appalachian Ghosts and Legends - Alabama

    On this episode, Christy and Kathy launch a new series on Appalachian Mountain ghosts by focusing on northeastern Alabama and its mix of documented history, folklore, and paranormal claims. They outline Appalachian geography and ancient formation, then discuss stories including Cherokee spirit guardians tied to sacred ridges, caves, and burial grounds (plus a personal family tale about a treasure map and a Native American guardian apparition). Other Alabama legends include Russell Cave and Cathedral Cavern shadow figures and voices, Creek War battlefield sounds, Rock Run Furnace ruins with glowing figures and industrial noises, Civil War soldier and horseman apparitions at Lookout Mountain, the Belle Mina phantom wagon linked to Governor Thomas Bibb, DeSoto Falls’ “crying woman” with possible animal explanations, the cryptid Alabama White Thang, Red Mountain ghost miners, Sand Mountain’s crying child legend, Highway 431’s vanishing hitchhiker, Little River Canyon ghost lights, and Huntsville’s “Dead Children’s Playground,” weighing the 1918 flu graves against an uncorroborated 1960s murder story. Be sure to follow our podcast for updates, rate us on your favorite platform, and share your thoughts and stories at psychicandskeptic@gmail.com. Disclaimers: This podcast is for informational or entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional or medical advice. The content is general and accuracy is not guaranteed. Listeners are responsible for how they use the information.The hosts are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.This podcast content is protected by copyright and unauthorized use is prohibited.00:00 Appalachian Ghosts Series Begins 01:13 Trail and Mountain Origins 02:46 Alabama Setting and Approach 05:05 Cherokee Spirit Guardians 07:04 Treasure Map Burial Tale 13:29 Russell Cave Apparitions 15:15 Creek War Phantom Battle 16:33 Rock Run Furnace Hauntings 18:11 Civil War Echoes and Scouts 21:12 Phantom Wagon of Belle Mina 25:27 Crying Woman at DeSoto Falls 27:20 Alabama White Thang Cryptid 31:12 Red Eyes and Odor 32:13 Alabama White Thang 33:32 Ghost Miners Lore 36:07 Crying Child Legend 38:40 Phantom Hitchhiker 40:53 Cavern Shadow Figures 44:31 Little River Ghost Lights 47:19 Dead Children Playground 54:37 Themes and Wrap Up

  6. Aug 13

    Interview with Wilhelmina Stöcker - Past Life Hypnotist

    On this episode, Christy and Kathy continue the conversation on past life regressions while they play an interview with Wilhelmina Stöcker, a certified hypnotist and past life regression practitioner who founded Exist in 2003 and has worked as a life coach, author, healer, radio host, and intuitive artist. Wilhelmina describes her early openness to guidance, her spontaneous past life experiences, and how she formally began hypnotherapy in 2016. She explains past life regression as an interactive hypnosis process involving intake, guided relaxation, recorded sessions, and client-led imagery, noting results depend on what a person allows and fear can block depth. She says regressions can reveal patterns, relationships across lifetimes, and lessons that bring clarity, forgiveness, and healing. The hosts discuss cultural influence, skepticism, alternate explanations, and emphasize that even if unproven, regression can still be therapeutic and empowering. Be sure to follow our podcast for updates, rate us on your favorite platform, and share your thoughts and stories at psychicandskeptic@gmail.com. New Life Hypnosis Xsist Wilhelmina Stöcker Studio Website Disclaimers: This podcast is for informational or entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional or medical advice. The content is general and accuracy is not guaranteed. Listeners are responsible for how they use the information.The hosts are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.This podcast content is protected by copyright and unauthorized use is prohibited. 00:00 Meet Wilhelmina Stöcker 01:36 Kristi’s Connection 02:25 Psychic Gifts Debate 03:46 Interview Begins 05:12 Why Past Lives 06:44 Culture and Belief 08:58 Guides and Intuition 10:57 Skeptic Theory Break 15:47 What Is Regression 18:34 Do We All Reincarnate 20:28 Soul Lessons and Strengths 21:36 Blueprint vs Free Will 26:05 When Is a Soul Done 26:50 Longing to Go Home 27:55 Regression Session Steps 30:39 Symbols and Fast Clarity 33:11 Handling Overwhelm and Blocks 36:00 Relationships and Repeating Patterns 37:14 Healing Over Belief 40:18 Soul Families and Blueprints 43:20 Forgiveness and Skepticism 46:44 Final Thoughts and Wrap Up

  7. Jul 30

    Past Lives and Reincarnation

    On this episode, Christy and Kathy discuss past lives and reincarnation, questioning whether reported memories, emotions, phobias, and skills are genuine or better explained by psychology, culture, suggestion, coincidence, and how memory is constructed. They define reincarnation as the soul or consciousness surviving death and being reborn to learn lessons, note its ancient roots and prominence in Indian and Buddhist traditions, and address how researchers try to verify claims without engaging theology. They review documented cases including the Pollock twins, Maung Nyo's claims of being a WWII Japanese soldier, James Leininger's plane-crash nightmares and WWII pilot details, Cameron Macaulay's Isle of Barra home descriptions, and Ryan Hammons' Hollywood life tied to Marty Martyn, while weighing cryptomnesia, parental influence, confirmation bias, phobias, and hypnosis risks. They announce a follow-up interview for the next episode with Wilhelmina Stöcker's hypnotic past-life regressions. Be sure to follow our podcast for updates, rate us on your favorite platform, and share your thoughts and stories at psychicandskeptic@gmail.com. Disclaimers: This podcast is for informational or entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional or medical advice. The content is general and accuracy is not guaranteed. Listeners are responsible for how they use the information.The hosts are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.This podcast content is protected by copyright and unauthorized use is prohibited. 00:00 Past Lives Setup 02:31 What Reincarnation Means 03:27 Religion and Research 07:19 Pollock Twins Case 08:53 Birthmarks Explained 10:02 Pollock Skeptic Take 12:44 Maung Nyo Soldier Memories 16:18 Memory and Hypnosis Risks 18:03 James Leininger Case 19:14 Spirit Visitation Theory 22:26 Cameron Macaulay Scotland 25:17 Ryan Hammons and Phobias 30:02 Skeptic Past Life Reading 31:41 Trauma Or Past Life 32:45 Ryan’s Hollywood Memories 35:00 Skeptic Takes Shape 36:33 Discovery Of Marty 41:22 Verified Details Debate 43:15 Testing Flaws And Bias 48:12 Memories Fade With Age 50:16 Seeds And Regression 53:38 Deja Vu And Wrap Up

  8. Jul 16

    Paranormal Culture

    On this episode of The Psychic and the Skeptic, the hosts discuss how paranormal belief remains woven into American culture—shaping entertainment, technology, social media, spirituality, and tourism—despite controversial or unproven evidence. After noting the show is moving to a bi-weekly schedule and reflecting on Fourth of July celebrations, they focus on how TV and movies popularized modern ghost hunting, teams, and tools like EVPs, spirit boxes, EMF detectors, and thermal cameras, while also creating unrealistic expectations and misinformation. They describe filming with TAPS and how editing can distort investigations, discuss the rise and decline of paranormal TV and post-COVID shifts to platforms like TikTok, and warn that apps and AI-manipulated media make evidence harder to trust. They also cover paranormal tourism, conferences, online communities, folklore, cryptids, and UFO culture, emphasizing open skepticism, curiosity, and responsible investigation. Be sure to follow our podcast for updates, rate us on your favorite platform, and share your thoughts and stories at psychicandskeptic@gmail.com. Disclaimers: This podcast is for informational or entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional or medical advice. The content is general and accuracy is not guaranteed. Listeners are responsible for how they use the information.The hosts are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.This podcast content is protected by copyright and unauthorized use is prohibited.00:00 Paranormal In America 01:13 Schedule Update 01:52 July Anniversary Theme 05:57 TV Sparks Ghost Hunting 07:57 Tools And Tech Boom 08:55 Behind The Scenes Reality 13:39 Gimmicks And Phone Apps 15:48 COVID And Media Shift 17:27 Movies And Folklore 19:29 Rise Of Amateur Teams 20:37 Haunted Location Economy 21:30 Practice Trips and Ethics 23:10 TV Fame and Influencers 24:03 Conventions and Online Hype 25:53 Ghost Tourism Towns 28:31 AI Fakes and Skepticism 30:29 Spiritual Beliefs Shift 33:52 Beyond Ghosts UFOs Cryptids 36:06 Folklore Media and Mockery 40:12 Campfire Mysteries Wrap Up

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The podcast that discusses all things paranormal from the perspective of a psychic and a skeptic. We are seasoned paranormal investigators with more than 40 years of combined experience. Join us as we explore theories surrounding the unexplained and share our experiences with real examples of what we have encountered over the years. So bring an open mind... and a bit of skepticism!

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  • Creator
    Christy Clark and Kathryn Wickham
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    65
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Christy Clark and Kathryn Wickham
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    The Psychic and The Skeptic