A Paranormal Investigator Explains Spirits And History

We have a conversation with Mike, a Jacksonville tour guide and amateur paranormal investigator, explains how a gold rush town became a map of haunted spirits, history and waypoints. From saloons and inns to quiet family homes, Mike walks us through a method that starts with permission and skepticism, not jump scares: rule out bad pipes and old floorboards first, then see what’s left.

We talk tools you can actually hold—K2 meters for EMF spikes, digital recorders for EVPs, and spirit boxes that sweep radio bands for potential replies. Mike shares why he avoids provocation, prays before and after sessions, and sets hard boundaries so the night’s curiosity doesn’t follow him home. The stories here are intimate and grounded: a toddler happily chatting to “someone” in the same sunlit corner, a fleeting figure glimpsed near a kitchen doorway, and a grandmother who seemed to step from an antique mirror before that mirror changed hands. Along the way we tackle a scientist’s challenge—evidence versus proof—and why “residual hauntings” can feel like history replaying on loop while interactive moments hint at something more present.

This is a warm, candid tour of Jacksonville, Oregon’s haunted history and a practical guide to investigating without losing your head. If you’re a believer, a skeptic, or just a curious night owl, you’ll find plenty to argue with and a few details you won’t forget—like why some business owners quietly say no to after-hours investigations and how objects can carry more than dust. Hit play, share your strangest unexplainable moment, and tell us: where should we bring the gear next? Subscribe, leave a review, and pass this one to a friend who insists it’s always just the house settling.