Ghost Hunter Advice

Ghost Hunter Advice

Step into the paranormal realm with Ghost Hunter Advice, the podcast where veteran ghost hunter and paranormal investigator Tanner Rutledge shares over 20 years of experience exploring the unexplained. Whether you're a curious newcomer or a seasoned investigator, Tanner answers listener questions, dissects eerie encounters, and debunks myths to uncover the truths of ghost hunting. From choosing the right equipment to refining investigative techniques, Tanner provides practical tips and insights to help you explore beyond the veil. Packed with fascinating stories from the haunted and advice straight from the pros, Ghost Hunter Advice is your guide to navigating the strange and sometimes terrifying world of the supernatural.

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July 15, 2025 15 mins

In the final episode of Ghost Hunter Advice, Tanner announces his decision to end the podcast after a journey that started in 2019. Tanner explains the factors leading to this decision, including his desire to focus more on his writing career, spend quality time with family, and manage other responsibilities. He discusses the importance of conducting a time audit to identify and eliminate time drains, emphasizing the need to align ...

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Understanding Pareidolia in Ghost Hunting: Tips and Techniques

In this episode of the Ghost Hunter Advice podcast, host Tanner delves into the phenomenon of pareidolia – where the brain perceives patterns in random information – and its impact on ghost hunting. Tanner discusses common misperceptions in photographs, video, and audio recordings, providing detailed techniques on how to analyze and debunk potential false positives. He e...

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In this episode of the Ghost Hunter Advice podcast, Tanner interviews Amy Petulla, founder of Chattanooga Ghost Tours. They discuss Amy's journey from a law career to launching Chattanooga Ghost Tours in 2007, driven by her family's love for ghost tours and the abundance of haunted history in Chattanooga. Amy shares insights into running a ghost tour business, including research methods, advertising strategies, and the importance o...

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In this episode of Ghost Hunter Advice, Tanner addresses a listener question regarding upgrading EVP recorders for ghost hunting. Tanner reviews various recorder options, including entry-level models like the RCA VR series and Sony ICD series, mid-tier options like the Olympus WS series, and higher-end models like the Tascam DR-05XP and Zoom H1E. He explains the importance of recording settings and filters, and how different specif...

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In this episode of Ghost Hunter Advice, Tanner is joined by Matt Barron for conversation on the nature of evil, exploring whether it exists as an external force or internal construct. The conversation covers various cases involving demonic entities, malicious spirits, and Poltergeist activity. Tanner and Matt also discuss a unique kind of haunting Tanner now calls reflective hauntings, referred to as 'Blobbies' in the episode. Tak...

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In this episode of the Ghost Hunter Advice Podcast, host Tanner Rutledge and co-host Matt Barron plunge into the techniques and tools used in paranormal investigations, focusing on Instrumental Transcommunication (ITC) methods. They share listener emails, including a chilling personal encounter from Abby and a question about the Estes method from Ryan. The discussion covers the effectiveness and skepticism surrounding spirit boxes,...

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In this episode of the Ghost Hunter Advice podcast, we get into the intriguing phenomenon of apportation, which involves the mysterious appearance and disappearance of objects in paranormal investigations. Tanner shares practical advice on how to approach and investigate these phenomena based on his extensive experience as a forensic interviewer, private investigator, and paranormal investigator. He answers listener questions about...

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In this episode of the Ghost Hunter Advice podcast, host Tanner discusses the essential precautions and preparation tips for staying safe during outdoor paranormal investigations. He emphasizes the importance of being prepared for physical dangers over supernatural threats. Tanner shares a tragic story of two Bigfoot hunters who lost their lives due to poor preparation, and provides a comprehensive guide on weather-checking, packin...

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In this episode of Ghost Hunter Advice, I talk about the evolving world of paranormal entertainment and ghost hunting. From paranormal celebrities shifting to podcasting and YouTube to advancements in equipment, the field is changing rapidly. Join me as I explore these trends from 2024 and share my predictions for what’s to come in 2025—especially the transformative role AI could play in ghost hunting and paranormal investigations....

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December 24, 2024 3 mins

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. GHA will return with brand-new episodes in 2025. We'll be covering the changing landscape of the paranormal world, and new advances in tech.

In the meantime, please email your questions to ghosthunteradvice@gmail.com or leave them in a voicemail at https://www.ghosthunteradvice.com/voicemail/

You can also join the community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/341112920157979/ and get in on the dis...

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September 2, 2024 33 mins

On this episode, I discuss ITC and Spirit Boxes for Ghost Hunting. How I use them, what I've learned since using them, and how to avoid a potentially dangerous mistake I made early on. Toward the end, I play some recordings from Silverdale Confederate Cemetery. Email your questions to ghosthunteradvice@gmail.com Join the Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/341112920157979 Find us on Facebook and Instagram @ghost...

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This week we delve into the intriguing realm of spiritual attachments. In this episode, join seasoned paranormal investigator, Tanner, as he explores what spiritual attachments are, how/why we think they manifest, and most importantly, how to effectively deal with them. Whether you're a seasoned ghost hunter or just curious about the supernatural, this episode offers practical advice on recognizing the signs of spiritual attachment...

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So you are intersted in Ghost Hunting but don't know where to start. Maybe there are no teams in your area or just no reputable teams. How do you learn the ropes? In today's episode, I give you some solid first steps in investigating ghosts and hauntings. 

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September 19, 2023 48 mins

Wait what? Yeah you read that right. Ghost hunting on your own. In today’s episode I answer a listener question about investigation/ghost hunting without a team. I mainly stick to safety and vet property owners but this is a must listen for anyone considering doing this on their own.

Ask your questions at www.ghosthunteradvice.com just click the orange mic icon in the bottom right of the screen and leave your question, or email i...

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September 5, 2023 19 mins

Today's question comes from Steven in our FB group. Are orbs ever legit?

We see them on the ghost hunting shows, hear about them in everyone's stories, and they are a point of contention in every paranormal group on the planet. In today's episode, we break down what they are, if they stand as evidence, and if they are ever "legit."


Ask your questions at www.ghosthunteradvice.com just click the orange mic icon in the bottom r...

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Original Publish date: 05/10/2021

Samantha Morden is a paranormal investigator with over a decade of experience. She's also the founder of Mystique Paranormal Research Society in Chattanooga, TN. Mystique Paranormal Is one of the most tightly run teams I've had the pleasure of working with. On this episode, she talks about her team's first case, and things you should think about when starting a team yourself. We end the episode with...

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August 27, 2023 12 mins

This is one of the episodes from the original feed. It's a little rough, but there are some great tips and tricks.

What you you do when you find evidence of both residual and intelligent activity at an active location? How do you decide what is a ghost and what could be naturally accruing? we discuss this in today's special bonus episode. 


Email me at GhostHunterAdvice@gmail.com. Check out the Blog at https://ghost...

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Protection is important part of staying safe during investigations, and I'm not talking about from the crazy hobos... But look out for them too. Keep things from following you and protect yourself from opening doors that you can't close. Looking for more tips? Connect with us on social media or gmail us to share you stories and reach out for advice. Email me at GhostHunterAdvice@gmail.com. Check out the Blog at https://...

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These are my 4 pet peeves. I’ve seen these 4 actions derail investigations, place ghost hunters in unnecessary danger, and waist clients’ time.  Looking for more tips? Connect with us on social media or gmail us to share you stories and reach out for advice. Email me at GhostHunterAdvice@gmail.com. Check out the Blog at https://ghosthunteradviceblog.wordpress.com/ Join the Facebook group at https://www.facebook.co...

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Ever hear the story of the woman who falls to her death and is doomed to repeat it every year on the anniversary of her death, or the phantom soldiers cursed to roam the battlefields for eternity? Are these actually ghosts or something else? In today's episode I tell you about a true encounter we hade while at an event, and we talk about residual style hauntings. Looking for more tips? Connect with us on social media or gmail us ...

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