The Ghost Report with Lisa Morton

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 She explores possible explanations, including the phenomenon of ignis fatuus, historical references to Will-o'-the-wisps, and connections to 19th-century gas lighting.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
 

Baseball's Most Haunted Hotel

What hotel is too haunted for #LADodgers #MookieBetts? Join Lisa Morton in this week's Ghost Report as she delves into the eerie history of Milwaukee's Pfister Hotel. Known for its luxurious decor and famous hauntings, baseball players, celebrities, and even ghosts have stayed at this historic hotel. Hear fascinating ghost stories, from mysterious electronic disturbances to spectral sightings by notable guests like Joey Lawrence and Bryce Harper. Don't miss out on why The Pfister Hotel should be on every paranormal enthusiast's bucket list! #baseballghosts #mookiebetts #bryceharper #hauntedhotel #pfisterhotel

'Tis the Season for Halloween!

In my latest Ghost Report, I dive into the hottest Halloween trends for 2024, from supersized skeletons to neon pink skulls. Whether you're a fan of witches, aliens, or just love the spooky season, this report has something for you.
Curious to know more? Check out my Ghost Report and learn how these trends reflect our culture today. Plus, don't miss out on my Halloween history course at Atlas Obscura! 🕸️
Halloween2024 #SpookySeason #GhostReport #HalloweenTrends #AtlasObscura

Ghosts to the Future!

Exploring the Concept of Future Ghosts In this week's Ghost Report, Lisa Morton delves into the intriguing question of why we don't see dinosaur ghosts and expands the discussion to whether ghosts might exist outside conventional concepts of time and space. She explores the concept of 'fetch,' or the ghost of a living person, and contemplates encountering ghosts from the future. Lisa also references a classic ghost story, 'The Philosophy of Relative Existences' by Frank R. Stockton, which explores the idea of future hauntings.
#futureghosts #fetch #ghosts

Tulsa's and Thought Forms

Discover the eerie world of thought forms and tulpas with Lisa Morton! Is Room B340 on the Queen Mary haunted because of our own thoughts? Tune in for this week’s Ghost Report! 👻 #GhostReport #Tulpas #Paranormal

From Magic Lanterns to Pepper's Ghost

The Evolution of Ghostly Illusions: From Magic Lanterns to Pepper's Ghost
Lisa Morton explores the historical evolution of ghostly illusions in entertainment, tracing techniques from ancient methods using smoke and mirrors to the invention of the magic lantern in 1659 by Christiaen Huygens. She highlights key performances by Johann Georg Schröpfer and Etienne Gaspard Robertson, leading up to John Henry Pepper's famous 'Pepper's Ghost' illusion, which is still used in modern attractions like Disneyland's Haunted Mansion.
 

The Grey Ghost Project

Join me, Lisa Morton, on this week's Ghost Report as I dive into the mysteries of the Queen Mary with the Grey Ghost Project! 🎥👻 Get a behind-the-scenes look at one of the longest-running paranormal investigations on this iconic vessel. Whether it's exploring the Grand Salon or the eerie B-340, it's an experience you won't want to miss. Tune in now and get ready for some spine-tingling adventures! #Paranormal #GhostReport #QueenMary #GreyGhostProject
 

Summerween!

Embrace the Spirit of Summerween! In this episode of The Ghost Report, Lisa Morton dives into the burgeoning trend of Summerween. Discover the origins of this summer celebration inspired by a 2012 episode of Gravity Falls, and learn various ways to enjoy it—from carving watermelons like jack-o'-lanterns to watching horror movies like 'Longlegs' and 'The First Omen.' Lisa also discusses themed drinks, cemetery picnics, and where to find Summerween-themed merchandise. Join her next weekend at the Mid Summer Scream Convention in Long Beach for a ghost hunting presentation. 00:00 Introduction to Summerween 00:14 Origins of Summerween 00:40 Celebrating Summerween 01:07 Summerween Activities and Ideas 01:45 Summerween Products and Events 02:25 Conclusion and Farewell