Into the Shadows: Macomb Paranormal Investigations

Don Alter, Paranormal Investigator, Producer, Writer and Editor of Macomb Paranormal Investigations

Step Into the Shadows with Macomb Paranormal Investigations —a true paranormal investigations and research podcast where theory meets real-world investigations. This isn’t just storytelling… this is boots-on-the-ground live paranormal work. We take you behind the scenes of real paranormal investigations, breaking down the evidence we’ve captured, on the haunted locations we’ve explored, and the chilling encounters we’ve experienced firsthand. From shadow figures and unexplained entities to the tools and equipment used to detect the unseen, every episode dives deep into the reality of the paranormal. We tell scary, haunting stories about the supernatural and paranormal that we have researched. Behind-the-scenes discussions of live investigations... Is it science, energy, or something far more sinister? If you’re searching for a true scary podcast filled with real paranormal activity, investigative storytelling, and evidence-based discussions, this is where it starts. Because once you hear what we’ve found… you might start questioning what’s really around you.

  1. Haunted Ursuline Convent, Toledo, Ohio

    Jun 5

    Haunted Ursuline Convent, Toledo, Ohio

    Podcast Description: In this episode of Into The Shadows, we explore the dark history and haunted legends of the old Ursuline Convent in Toledo, Ohio, now known as the Collingwood Arts Center. Once a place of faith, education, prayer, and discipline, this massive Gothic-style building has stood for generations. It served as home to the Ursuline Sisters, St. Ursula Academy, and Mary Manse College before becoming an arts center. But many believe the building’s past never fully left. Reports of shadow figures, unexplained footsteps, cold spots, disembodied voices, and the ghostly figure of a nun have made this location one of Toledo’s most talked-about haunted sites. Is it simply the atmosphere of an old historic building, or does something still walk those long, quiet halls? Join us as we look into the history, the paranormal claims, and the mystery surrounding the haunted Ursuline Convent. Macomb Paranormal Investigations and Research will be investigating this location in August, so be sure to watch for the full investigation on our YouTube channel, Macomb Paranormal Investigations. Subscribe to Into The Shadows for more haunted history, paranormal stories, and investigations into what may remain after death.

    27 min
  2. Paranormal EMF: Real Spirit Communication or Interference?

    May 21

    Paranormal EMF: Real Spirit Communication or Interference?

    Step into the world of paranormal investigation as takes a hard look at one of the most debated tools in ghost hunting — the EMF meter. Are investigators truly detecting spirits trying to communicate, or are they simply picking up hidden electrical interference from wiring, appliances, power lines, and environmental contamination? In this episode of Into The Shadows, retired police officer and lead investigator Don Alter breaks down the science behind electromagnetic fields and explains why conducting a detailed baseline EMF sweep is one of the most important steps before labeling anything as paranormal. From faulty wiring and cell phones to natural electromagnetic fluctuations, many things can trigger an EMF spike — but sometimes investigators encounter readings that remain difficult to explain. This episode explores: How EMF meters actually workCommon causes of false paranormal readingsWhy baseline testing is critical during investigationsThe difference between environmental contamination and unexplained activityReal investigative techniques used by MPIRCan spirits manipulate energy, or are investigators fooling themselves?Whether you are a skeptic, believer, or experienced paranormal investigator, this episode takes a balanced and evidence-based approach to one of the paranormal field’s most controversial subjects. Are ghost hunters communicating with the dead… or simply reading bad wiring? Turn down the lights, grab your EMF meter, and let’s dive into the shadows. “Always look into the shadows… and Happy Hauntings.”

    22 min
  3. The Raisin River Battlefield: Where the Spirits of Soldiers Still Roam.

    May 16

    The Raisin River Battlefield: Where the Spirits of Soldiers Still Roam.

    At Macomb Paranormal Investigations and Research, we want to make it clear that we did not conduct a paranormal investigation at River Raisin National Battlefield Park. Paranormal investigations, ghost hunting, ghost tours, or similar activities are not permitted within National Park Battlefield areas, and we fully respect those rules. We also recognize that this land carries deep historical, cultural, and spiritual importance, including connections to Native American history and heritage. Out of respect for the law, the National Park Service, the Native American communities connected to this land, the descendants of those involved, and the memory of everyone who suffered and died there, Macomb Paranormal did not investigate this location. Any paranormal information discussed in this episode is strictly based on reported claims, folklore, visitor accounts, and previously shared experiences from others. Any references to investigations are based only on reports from outside groups, including accounts said to have taken place on privately owned land or outside restricted National Park areas. At Macomb Paranormal Investigations and Research, we respect all cultures, all heritage, sacred ground, historic sites, and the law. In January of 1813, the peaceful settlement of Frenchtown became the scene of brutal winter combat, desperate retreat, wounded prisoners, and the horrifying aftermath that became known as the River Raisin Massacre. From this tragedy came the famous battle cry, “Remember the Raisin,” a phrase born from grief, anger, and loss. But does something still linger on the battlefield today? This episode explores the documented history of River Raisin, the soldiers who died there, the suffering that followed, and the paranormal reports connected to the site. Visitors and investigators have reported shadow figures, ghostly soldiers, unexplained voices, EVPs, strange lights, footsteps, cries, and the heavy feeling of being watched. Is River Raisin simply a battlefield preserved by history, or is it also haunted by the echoes of 1813? Join us as we step into the shadows of one of Michigan’s most tragic and mysterious locations. Until next time, always look into the shadows, and Happy Hauntings.

    33 min
  4. Mortuary Manor Part 2: History and Our Investigation

    May 14

    Mortuary Manor Part 2: History and Our Investigation

    On May 8th, 2026, Macomb Paranormal Investigations and Research investigated Mortuary Manor, and what we found was more than what we expected.

    14 min
  5. Mt. Shasta: The Mountain That Changes Reality

    May 8

    Mt. Shasta: The Mountain That Changes Reality

    Deep in Northern California stands Mount Shasta — a massive volcanic mountain surrounded by stories of UFO sightings, missing time, strange lights, unexplained voices, paranormal encounters, and one of the strangest psychological mysteries of all… the Mandela Effect. Why do so many people claim Mt. Shasta feels “different”? Why do witnesses report reality itself seeming distorted on the mountain? Could powerful electromagnetic fields, volcanic gases, and natural frequencies affect human perception… or is something far stranger happening beneath the mountain? In this episode of Into The Shadows: Macomb Paranormal Investigations and Research, Don Alter dives deep into the terrifying legends surrounding Mt. Shasta — from hidden underground civilizations and interdimensional theories to altered memories, paranormal activity, mysterious disappearances, and claims that the mountain may act as a doorway between realities. Is Mt. Shasta simply a natural wonder… or could it be one of the most paranormal locations in America? Enter the shadows and decide for yourself.

    19 min
  6. Mel’s Hole: The Bottomless Pit the Government Tried to Hide!

    May 7

    Mel’s Hole: The Bottomless Pit the Government Tried to Hide!

    Some legends are just stories… but others leave behind questions nobody can answer. Deep in the wilderness near Ellensburg, Washington, lies one of the most disturbing paranormal mysteries in America — a bottomless pit known only as Mel’s Hole. Witnesses claimed the hole had no end. Animals refused to go near it. Dead creatures thrown inside were said to return alive. Then came the rumors of strange lights, military involvement, government secrecy, and something hidden beneath the earth that was never meant to be found. Was Mel’s Hole a portal? A supernatural anomaly? A secret government experiment? Or something even darker? In this episode of Into The Shadows: Macomb Paranormal Investigations and Research, we dive deep into the terrifying history, paranormal theories, UFO connections, and chilling witness accounts surrounding the legend of Mel’s Hole — one of the strangest unsolved mysteries ever reported. Once you hear the story… you may never look at the ground beneath your feet the same way again.Some legends are just stories… but others leave behind questions nobody can answer. Deep in the wilderness near Ellensburg, Washington, lies one of the most disturbing paranormal mysteries in America — a bottomless pit known only as Mel’s Hole. Witnesses claimed the hole had no end. Animals refused to go near it. Dead creatures thrown inside were said to return alive. Then came the rumors of strange lights, military involvement, government secrecy, and something hidden beneath the earth that was never meant to be found. Was Mel’s Hole a portal? A supernatural anomaly? A secret government experiment? Or something even darker? In this episode of Into The Shadows: Macomb Paranormal Investigations and Research, we dive deep into the terrifying history, paranormal theories, UFO connections, and chilling witness accounts surrounding the legend of Mel’s Hole — one of the strangest unsolved mysteries ever reported. Once you hear the story… you may never look at the ground beneath your feet the same way again.

    15 min
  7. The Terrifying Legend of Michigan’s Melon Heads

    Apr 30

    The Terrifying Legend of Michigan’s Melon Heads

    Deep within the forests and forgotten backroads of Michigan, a terrifying legend has survived for generations. Witnesses speak of pale humanoid creatures with massive heads, glowing eyes, and twisted smiles lurking just beyond the tree line. They are known only as… the Melon Heads. In this chilling episode of Into The Shadows – Macomb Paranormal Investigations and Research, we uncover the dark folklore, alleged sightings, rumors of an abandoned asylum, and disturbing encounters tied to one of Michigan’s strangest urban legends. Were the Melon Heads escaped children from secret experiments? Victims hidden away from society? Or something far more sinister living deep within the woods? From isolated roads in Allegan County to terrifying late-night encounters reported by locals for decades, this episode dives deep into the mystery surrounding these horrifying creatures and the fear that still surrounds them today. If you enjoy paranormal legends, cryptids, haunted Michigan stories, dark folklore, and unexplained mysteries, this is one episode you do not want to miss. Turn down the lights… lock your doors… and whatever you do… don’t stop on lonely Michigan roads after dark.

    16 min
  8. The Real Exorcist: The Terrifying True Story Behind the Movie.

    Apr 30

    The Real Exorcist: The Terrifying True Story Behind the Movie.

    What if the most terrifying horror movie ever made was based on real events? In this chilling episode of Into The Shadows – Macomb Paranormal Investigations and Research, we uncover the disturbing true story that inspired The Exorcist. Long before the spinning heads, strange voices, and split pea soup made horror history, a real family claimed their child was tormented by an unseen force that doctors, psychiatrists, and priests could not explain. We dive deep into the alleged possession case that shocked America in the late 1940s, the secret exorcism rituals performed behind closed doors, terrifying eyewitness accounts, violent paranormal activity, and the mysterious diary entries that inspired one of the most feared films ever created. From unexplained scratches and flying objects to whispers in the darkness and chilling religious encounters, this episode explores where the movie ends… and the nightmare begins. Was it demonic possession? Psychological trauma? Mass hysteria? Or something far darker? Turn down the lights, put on your headphones, and step Into The Shadows as we reveal the terrifying real story behind The Exorcist. Some stories are just movies… this one may not be.

    16 min
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Step Into the Shadows with Macomb Paranormal Investigations —a true paranormal investigations and research podcast where theory meets real-world investigations. This isn’t just storytelling… this is boots-on-the-ground live paranormal work. We take you behind the scenes of real paranormal investigations, breaking down the evidence we’ve captured, on the haunted locations we’ve explored, and the chilling encounters we’ve experienced firsthand. From shadow figures and unexplained entities to the tools and equipment used to detect the unseen, every episode dives deep into the reality of the paranormal. We tell scary, haunting stories about the supernatural and paranormal that we have researched. Behind-the-scenes discussions of live investigations... Is it science, energy, or something far more sinister? If you’re searching for a true scary podcast filled with real paranormal activity, investigative storytelling, and evidence-based discussions, this is where it starts. Because once you hear what we’ve found… you might start questioning what’s really around you.

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  • Creator
    Don Alter, Paranormal Investigator, Producer, Writer and Editor of Macomb Paranormal Investigations
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    © Don Alter and Macomb Paranormal Investigations and Research 2026
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