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The Dead Files

Travel Channel
Paranormal Activity
Haunting
Paranormal Investigation
Family Dynamics
Death
Mental Health
Suicide
Poltergeist
Homicide
Possession
Ghosts
Hauntings
Murder
Negative Energy
Slavery
Haunted Locations
Demonology
Native American History
Historical Tragedies
Witchcraft

On The Dead Files, physical medium Amy Allan and retired homicide detective Steve DiSchiavi solve unexplained paranormal phenomena in haunted locations across America. As Amy Each investigator's findings remain hidden from the other, and from the property's occupants, until the shocking results are revealed in a riveting conclusion. With direct audio from the hit Travel Channel TV show, The Dead F... more

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Latest Episodes

A distraught woman in Flatwoods, Kentucky, claims an evil presence in her home killed her best friend. She's terrified that if Amy and Steve can't uncover the source of the violent paranormal activity, she and her sister may be next.

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A restaurant owner is convinced that evil spirits are out to ruin her business in Bluffton, South Carolina. Exhausted and out of options, she clings to the hope that Steve and Amy can help stop the dead from overrunning the restaurant and her life.

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Amy and Steve return to Wilmington, North Carolina, to help a distraught couple trapped in a vortex of sinister supernatural activity. The dark energy that's overtaken the home must be defeated before it steals their sanity and maybe even their lives... more

Steve and Amy go to Wilmington, North Carolina, where a terrified couple believes evil forces are targeting their daughters. The worried parents claim the paranormal activity is turning violent, and they need answers before someone is seriously hurt.... more

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Recent Guests

Martin Yakimovich
Victim of 2014 murder connected to the house's past
Past resident described in investigation
Episode: Darkness Calls
Shelby Lentz
Teenager involved in a love-triangle murder case connected to the house
Suspect in 2014 murder case
Episode: Darkness Calls
Caprice Cold
Client with haunting allegations, mother of Jordy and Chloe
Caprice's family
Episode: Ruptured
Carl Martin
Murder victim connected to the property's dark past
Episode: The Craving
Officer Chitwood
Police Superintendent
Episode: Town of the Dead
Angelina White
Historical figure whose suicide is tied to the property
Episode: Absorbed
Lloyd Ferris
Deceased family friend whose spirit is believed to be present
Episode: Cursed
Milton Bryan
Former owner of the property which has seen tragic events
Episode: Cursed
Dr. Stark
Expert researching past events related to the property
Episode: Cursed

Hosts

Amy Allan
Host of The Dead Files (investigator); physical medium
Steve DiSchiavi
Host of The Dead Files (investigator); retired homicide detective

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 782 ratings
  • Idk why

    I keep listening to this lol no way this woman can always get everything exactly right 😂 still entertaining

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    BedTundy43
    United Statesa year ago
  • Silly

    Silly and contrived. Great if you’re 10 years old

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Dark Sky not worth it
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Podcast

    Todays episode 9/30 was the first time I have ever noticed a technical issue, last part of episode was cut off.

    The hosts are great, and the history they dig up is very interesting

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    want my cash
    United States2 years ago
  • 5 stars (tapping on the stars failed

    Stellar podcast! Well written & produced. Serious hosts with great voices. Compelling heart breaking disappearances / possible suspects (some not on the public’s radar) & sometimes an update that’s to point.

    The update on Eric Franks was so interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    333Paranorma
    United States2 years ago
  • đŸ‘đŸŒ

    Love the Pot cast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Duongvannguyen
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Quality of storytelling and host chemistry are highlighted as strong points.
A handful of critical comments call the show fictional or overly theatrical but still engaging for many fans.
Overall sentiment skews positive with strong appreciation for historical context and interview depth.
Listeners praise the unique dual-perspective format, blending psychic impressions with investigative reasoning.
Some listeners feel updates or case resolutions are inconsistent between TV and podcast formats.

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Shop of Horrors
Q: Have you done anything to try to fight the paranormal activity?
Dana has had paranormal groups and mediums come in but acknowledges that Ouija boards might have aggravated the situation.
Shop of Horrors
Q: What exactly is the curse?
Essentially, it makes you feel like you're walking a plank, and if you fall off, you're doomed, dragging you down and leading you to lose hope and dreams.
The Craving
Q: How does this family cope with all of the supernatural activity?
Nick explains their emotional downturn as behaviors of the family change, indicating serious distress and fear for their children's safety.
The Craving
Q: What do you think is going on in this place?
Trinity feels whatever it is, is bad, expressing fear and discomfort predominantly tied to the closet in their room.
The Craving
Q: What experiences have you had in the house?
Desiree reports hearing male voices and feeling physical sensations like scratches, as well as experiencing emotional changes within the family.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Dead Files

What is The Dead Files about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A spine-tingling, historically informed paranormal investigation series that pairs a physical medium with a retired homicide detective to explore haunted locations across the U.S. Episodes typically blend on-site observations, firsthand client testimonies, and archival or local history to uncover a property's troubled past. The duo often frames hauntings through a mix of spiritual impressions and investigative reasoning, culminating in practical steps for safety, cleansing, or relocation. Noteworthy is the show's emphasis on tying current paranormal activity to long-ago events, sometimes involving Native American history, local lore, and past crimes, which can shape listeners' understanding of hauntings beyond mere fright.

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1. Martin Yakimovich
2. Shelby Lentz
3. Caprice Cold
4. Carl Martin
5. Officer Chitwood
6. Angelina White
7. Lloyd Ferris
8. Milton Bryan

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