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Splintered Spirits

with Gary and John
Ghosts
Paranormal Investigation
Spirits
Paranormal
Ghost Hunting
Tiktok
Spirit Communication
Mediumship
Spirituality
Cemeteries
Paranormal Activity
Edward
Sleepy Hollow
Mental Health
Consciousness
Mediums
Hauntings
Gettysburg
Paranormal Phenomena
Near-Death Experiences

What are spirits, really? Splintered Spirits explores the afterlife, ghosts, and the mysteries of human consciousness. Hosted by producer Gary Shapiro (the uneasy novice) and his nephew John Santa of Santa Paranormal (the experienced researcher), this podcast bridges the gap between the physical and spiritual worlds. Tune in for unnerving, funny, and thoughtful interviews or on-location experiment... more

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Splintered Spirits welcomes veteran paranormal investigator, TV analyst, and author Brian J. Cano (Travel Channel's Paranormal Caught on Camera, SyFy's Haunted Collector) for a deep dive into his personal research philosophy he calls “Paralosophy.” B... more

What happens when you put a data-driven parapsychologist in the same room as two loud-mouth ghost enthusiasts trying to figure out what spirits are? In this episode, Gary and John sit down once again with Professor Brian Laythe to unpack his groundbr... more

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If you’re into haunted houses, real-life ghost research, Western occult history, psychic phenomena, or just want to know what serious scientists actually think about spirits, this is the episode you don’t skip. Step into one of the most mind-bending ... more

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Splintered Spirits sits down with Tim Nealon, the software engineer and entrepreneur who turned a “joke” ghost tour in Savannah into Ghost City Tours, one of the most recognizable brands in haunted tourism. This conversation starts out funny then div... more

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Recent Guests

Brian Laythe
Professor, social psychologist and parapsychologist, co-author of Ghosted!
Institute for the Study of Religious and Anomalous Experiences; Journal for Scientific Exploration
Episode: Ep 49: Haunted People Syndrome and Other Studies with Prof. Brian Laythe
Tim Nealon
Entrepreneur, software engineer, and storyteller who built Ghost City Tours
Ghost City Tours
Episode: The Business of Ghosts: Splintered Spirits Live with Tim Nealon, CEO of Ghost City Tours
Haley Michelle
Paranormal Princess, owner of Royal Wishes, medium/intuitive
Royal Wishes
Episode: Ep 48: The Paranormal Princess, Haley Michelle
Joelle Tremblay
Evidential medium based in Canada, Forever Family Foundation-certified
Forever Family Foundation
Episode: Splintered Spirits Live with Psychic-Medium, Joelle Tremblay
Brett Harp
Licensed mental health counselor, trauma therapist, and entrepreneur behind The Haunted Therapist
The Haunted Therapist (therapist), The Haunted Therapist podcast
Episode: Splintered Spirits Live with The Haunted Therapist, Brett Harpp
Nick Groff
Filmmaker, paranormal investigator, Esoteric researcher
Groff Re-Search / The Graveyard Shift (guest roles in episode context)
Episode: Splintered Spirits Live from May 28, 2026!
Chris McKinnell
Journalist/author associated with paranormal topics
Unknown/Interviewee context
Episode: Splintered Spirits Live from May 28, 2026!
Kelly Hammerling
Owner of haunted Shanley Hotel
Haunted Shanley Hotel
Episode: Splintered Spirits Live from May 28, 2026!
Angel Morgan
Animal psychic medium
Episode: Splintered Spirits Live from May 28, 2026!

Hosts

Gary Shapiro
Host of Splintered Spirits; producer and guide in discussions around paranormal topics; often leads conversations with guests from paranormal tech, investigations, and media.
John Santa
Co-host and researcher affiliated with Santa Paranormal; brings research depth, skeptical inquiry, and expertise in paranormal investigations.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 65 ratings
  • A must listen if exploring the paranormal

    Gary and John do an amazing job at delving into theories on the paranormal, and exploring the mysteries that the community has faced for decades. The humour, back and forth, will leave you in stitches, all while providing some great education makes this a must listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HaleLikeDimension
    Canadaa year ago
  • A must listen if exploring the paranormal

    Gary and John do an amazing job at delving into theories on the paranormal, and exploring the mysteries that the community has faced for decades. The humour, back and forth, all while providing some great education makes this a must listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    RFekg
    Canadaa year ago

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Some episodes showcase strong chemistry between hosts, making complex topics approachable.
Listeners appreciate deep exploration of theories with humor and education.
Guests across episodes are often credible and varied, adding value to the conversations.
A few listeners note the niche focus may be more appealing to devoted paranormal fans.
The balance of entertaining banter and substantive gear discussions stands out.

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Ep 47: The Haunted Shanley Hotel with Kelly Hammerling
Q: What kind of evidence or experiences stand out most for you at the Shanley?
She highlights ITC and EVPs as strong evidence, along with personal experiences such as intelligent interactions, room-specific phenomena (like in the seance room and the 'portal' areas), and the way certain spirits respond to particular people or energies, demonstrating ongoing, communicative activity rather than random occurrences.
Ep 47: The Haunted Shanley Hotel with Kelly Hammerling
Q: What makes the Shanley Hotel so magnetically drawn to consciousness and haunt activity?
Kelly explains that the Shanley is a convergence point of lay lines, underground streams, ancient energies, and historical trauma, which together create a resonance that attracts spirits and mediums alike, making it feel like a living ecosystem rather than a single haunting.
Splintered Spirits Live: Cripple Creek is Haunted AF with Tiffany Fox
Q: What drew you to host a paracon in Cripple Creek?
The town's rich history, mining legacy, and haunted reputation made it a perfect, immersive setting to bring together storytellers, investigators, and attendees.
Splintered Spirits Live: Cripple Creek is Haunted AF with Tiffany Fox
Q: What do you think spirits are?
Spirits are likely earthbound individuals with memory and consciousness; they may be energy reacting to our presence, with some experiences influenced by belief and context.
Ep 44: Paranormal Power Couple, Pt. 1 with Tessa Groff
Q: How did you first become aware of your abilities and how did the near-death experience reshape them?
She explains she was born with the ability and that a severe health event at age four intensified it, along with a sense that she could see and sense energy around people, which later informed her work with readings and readings for families.

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This show surveys ghosts, consciousness, and the nature of reality through in-depth interviews with paranormal investigators, mediums, skeptics, and tech pioneers. Episodes blend on-site explorations, live streams, and candid conversations about investigations, gear, ethics, and the personal journeys behind paranormal work. A recurring strength is the rapport between a veteran researcher and a curious host, which yields both practical demonstrations of equipment and thoughtful discussions on belief, evidence, and the human side of haunted experiences. A notable edge is the willingness to mix humor with rigorous inquiry, often pushing into media-making, collaboration across shows, and experimental approaches to documenting unseen phenomena.

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Recent guests on Splintered Spirits include:

1. Brian Laythe
2. Tim Nealon
3. Haley Michelle
4. Joelle Tremblay
5. Brett Harp
6. Nick Groff
7. Chris McKinnell
8. Kelly Hammerling

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