This Haunted Life

This Bite May Be Your LastHost Adam Berry ACT 1 -How Food Became ScaryLooks at how religious texts and ancient medical practices influenced beliefs about “safe” and “dangerous” foods.Connects early healers, plant medicine, and accusations of witchcraft to the origins of food-related superstition.Examines how mistrust around poisoning became woven into culture long before true crime existed.Act 2 — The Poison in the WaterHighlights how this act bridges paranormal investigation with the beginning of a deeper historical mystery.Reveals how an unexpected document led to uncovering a major part of a historical story that had been lost.Reflects on how archivists and investigators worked together to fill in gaps that had gone unnoticed for generations.Demonstrates how paranormal cases can sometimes restore erased or forgotten history.Act 3 — When the Food Comes with a Side of HauntingShares Adam’s personal experiences working in a famously haunted Provincetown restaurant.Includes firsthand accounts of unexplained activity witnessed by staff and guests.Describes how the haunting followed Adam into his life years later in an unexpected and meaningful way.Act 4 — Everyone Say GraceReflects on holiday meals as spiritual and emotional rituals.Explores how loved ones who’ve passed show up in tradition, memory, and recipes.Shares personal family connections to food that feel guided by those no longer here.Highlights how cooking can become a form of remembrance and communication with ancestors.“I Know You by Heart” Performed by Eva Cassidy Written by Eve Nelson and Diane Scanlon Courtesy of Blix Street RecordsSupport 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

Harvest Ends, Frights BeginThis Haunted LifeRelease Date: October 28, 2025Hosted by: Adam BerryEpisode Overview Halloween is more than candy and costumes — it’s a night steeped in thousands of years of ritual, folklore, and the mysterious veil between the living and the dead. Adam Berry takes listeners from the ancient Celtic fires of Samhain to the haunted basements of modern-day haunted houses, uncovering why we celebrate fear — and how the ghosts of the past still join in the fun.ACT 1 — Between the Living and the DeadDiscover how Halloween began as Samhain, a festival marking the shift from summer to winter.Explore the surprising roots of trick-or-treating and why early jack-o’-lanterns were carved from turnips, not pumpkins.ACT 2 — Things That Go Bump in the NightAdam shares personal memories of childhood Halloween magic.A deeply personal story from Provincetown’s UU Church, where an All Hallows’ Eve séance blurs the line between the living and the dead.Why Halloween night remains the most active time for paranormal investigation ACT 3 — Don’t Look Behind YouTrace the origins of haunted attractions — from Marie Tussaud’s Chamber of Horrors to Disney’s Haunted Mansion.Learn how Walt Disney’s imagination helped shape the modern haunted house industry.Explore why being scared feels so good.ACT 4 — A Haunted House Full of Real GhostsAdam sits down with Scott Simmons, creator of Scarehouse in Pittsburgh — one of America’s top haunted attractions.Discover how the paranormal enhances the experience for both creators and guests.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

 Conjuring The TruthThis Haunted LifeHost: Adam BerryWhat really happened inside the most infamous farmhouse in America?In this episode of This Haunted Life, Adam Berry sits down with Andrea Perron — the eldest daughter of the Perron family, whose terrifying decade inside the Harrisville farmhouse inspired The Conjuring franchise. Together, they pull back the curtain on what Hollywood got wrong, what was too frightening to put on screen, and the truths that have haunted the family for more than 50 years.From apparitions that appeared within minutes of moving in, to the séance that nearly killed their mother, Andrea recounts chilling details never before shared publicly. You’ll also hear Adam’s own experiences investigating the property with Kindred Spirits, including what happened when the family returned to the farmhouse for the first time in decades.But this isn’t just a story of fear—it’s one of love, resilience, and the enduring energy of a family forever marked by the paranormal. With conversations about Bathsheba Sherman, the Bent-Necked Lady, and the spirits that still linger at the Arnold Estate, this episode separates fact from fiction in one of the most famous hauntings of all time.In this episode:Andrea Perron shares never-before-told experiences from her childhood at the farmhouse.The séance that fractured the Perron family and defied Hollywood’s version.Why the truth was “too scary” for Warner Brothers to include in The Conjuring.The strange bond between Roger Perron and one of the spirits.Adam’s firsthand account of investigating the farmhouse with the Perron family.What the future holds for the Conjuring House, now facing foreclosure.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

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

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.

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