#174: Re-Release: Exploring the Paranormal with Kankakee's Ghost Hunters

In this episode of the Kankakee Podcast, prepare yourself for a spine-chilling journey as host Jake LaMore sits down with the Kankakee Paranormal Investigations Team for a special Halloween re-release from October 2022. Recorded live at the Kankakee County Museum, Jake is joined by seasoned paranormal investigators Mike Zenz, Steve Reinbold, Emily Wurl, and Chris Wurl, who share gripping tales of their most haunting encounters.

Join us as Mike recounts his first brush with the supernatural at age 12 when he claims his deceased grandfather appeared to him, sparking a lifelong quest into the paranormal. Steve describes an eerie night at the Iroquois cemetery where he saw a figure resembling the Grim Reaper. Emily dives into the unnerving experiences in her childhood home in Centerville, Iowa, and Chris reveals their investigations' use of advanced tech to capture mysterious orbs and unexplained voices.

We delve deep into the technicalities of ghost hunting, from the crucial role of high-quality audio and video equipment to the intricacies of debunking electromagnetic field anomalies. This episode also highlights their recent live investigation where audience interactions brought additional dimensions of intrigue and suspense.

How did these paranormal experts handle an investigation where an EVP (Electronic Voice Phenomenon) mentioned their names? What sorts of phenomena did they encounter at notable local haunts like the Majestic Theater and the Roth house? And why might renovations stir up ghostly activity?

Jake also touches on their most thrilling investigation to date at an old schoolhouse, where intelligent responses from unseen entities astounded both the team and the audience.

As you step into the world of the unknown, this episode promises to leave you contemplating the existence of the supernatural. So, put in your earbuds, dim the lights, and get ready to hear some of Kankakee’s most chilling paranormal tales.

Remember, this Halloween, whether you believe in ghosts or not, it’s always a good idea to keep an open mind and perhaps a flashlight handy!

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