The Ghost Report with Lisa Morton

Happy Old Halloween

Ever heard of a second Halloween? Dive into history with Lisa Morton's Ghost Report for a fascinating look at November 11th's Old Halloween and the chilling customs of St. Martin's Day. Don't miss a chance to learn and celebrate! #OldHalloween #HauntedHistory

The Menendez Brothers: Ghosts of Beverly Hills

Is the notorious Menendez house in Beverly Hills haunted? Join me, Lisa Morton, on this week’s Ghost Report to explore eerie TikTok sightings and the chilling past of this infamous residence. Tune in and decide for yourself! #GhostReport #MenendezBrothers

The Haunting of Zvykov Castle

In this Halloween edition of the Ghost Report, Lisa Morton delves into the mysterious and eerie Zvikov Castle in the Czech Republic, renowned for its haunting by a mischievous Rarásek imp, ghostly hounds, and a lady in white. With its Gothic architecture and legends of terrifying apparitions and deadly curses, Zvikov Castle offers a spine-chilling tale perfect for the spooky season.
 

The Origins of Trick or Treat

Dive into the myths and facts of Halloween! Is "Trick or Treat" rooted in ancient customs or a modern invention? Find out in this week's episode of the Ghost Report!

From Doom to Phasmophobia

Dive into the world of ghost hunting with me on PBS SoCal's 'Won't You Be My Gamer?' 🎮 Elise Willems and Nicole Zivelich explore spooky video games like Phasmophobia! Watch the first two episodes on YouTube now! #GhostReport #Gaming #Phasmophobia #wontyoubemygamer

Man-Size in Marble

In this week’s Ghost Report, Lisa Morton shares a classic ghost story, 'Man-Size in Marble' by Edith Nesbitt, set on Halloween. Originally published in 1887, the tale features newlyweds warned about moving marble statues in a village church. The story is said to be based on a real legend from Ingham, Norfolk, involving knights' effigies that come to life. Also - Halloween Fans - Lisas has a upcoming online course on Halloween’s history at atlasobscura.com. 
 

Catherine Crowe: Ghost Stories that Shaped Spiritualism

This week's Ghost Report is extra special as we approach the spooky season! 🎃👻
Tune in as we honor Catherine Crowe, the remarkable author whose 1848 book The Nightside of Nature shaped the world of ghost stories and Spiritualism. Mrs. Crowe's prophetic insights and gripping tales are just as relevant today as they were over a century ago.
Don't miss out—listen to the episode and get your dose of historical ghost stories!
GhostStories #CatherineCrowe #Podcast #History #Spiritualism #HalloweenSeason #weirdwomen

Blue Flames & Ghost Detection

The Mystery of Blue Flames: Ghosts, Will-o'-the-Wisps, and Halloween Lore
In this week's Ghost Report, Lisa Morton delves into the intriguing belief that flames turn blue in the presence of ghosts. She explores possible explanations, including the phenomenon of ignis fatuus, historical references to Will-o'-the-wisps, and connections to 19th-century gas lighting. Learn how this belief ties into ghost lore and get inspired for a spooky blue flame jack o' lantern this Halloween season.

Black Cat Urban Legends

Black cats and Halloween have a spooky long-standing association, but some myths need to be busted. Tune in to my latest Ghost Report to separate fact from fiction. Let's keep our feline friends safe and loved! 😻🎃 #HalloweenTruths #BlackCats #UrbanLegends #GhostReport

Ghostwatch': Revisiting the BBC's Spine-Chilling Prank

Spooky season is upon us, and I've got a hidden gem for horror fans! This week's Ghost Report dives into the chilling 1992 BBC TV movie "Ghostwatch". Did you know this mockumentary was so effective it caused nationwide panic upon its original airing? Discover why it's my favorite Halloween movie and where you can watch it today. Stay tuned and get ready to be genuinely creeped out! #GhostReport #Halloween #Ghostwatch #HorrorMovies