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The Activity Continues is a podcast where in THIS lifetime together, Amy and Megan talk about all things paranormal. Ghosts, hauntings, psychics, movies and TV shows (especially The Dead Files) and other spooky and spooky-adjacent things as well. We also interview people in the paranormal community as well as past Dead Files clients and other interesting people.Sometimes we even tell your stories.So, grab your beverage of choice and join us where… The Activity Continues.
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- 2 days ago51 min
171: Appeals & Alibis (The Dead Files "Lady in Black")
Research and Rabbit Holes for TDF "The Lady in Black"After our first-ever watch-together episode, it was time to do what we do best: pull on every loose historical thread we could find and see where it led. Spoiler alert: it led to failed divorces, mysterious house histories, censured juries, tornadoes, and at least one rabbit hole that ended in a spectacular dead end.This week, Amy brings the receipts leaving listeners and Megan equally surprised by every twist and turn. We discuss a podcast review so sweet it nearly makes us cry, the accidental Midwestern art of saying "uff da" and "ope," and why the best podcasts feel less like shows and more like hanging out with friends.Then we head back to Marshalltown, Iowa, where the questions only get stranger. Did the house have a dark history before Kelly and Mike moved in? Did their paranormal investigations bring something home with them? Why did previous residents report nothing unusual? And how exactly does a house drop nearly 70% in price?Along the way, we uncover an eerie letter from the homeowners themselves, featuring flying wine glasses, mystery scratches, grandchildren chatting with an old woman upstairs, and a laptop that somehow froze on a photograph of Angie Braddock's gravestone before anyone knew who she was. Because apparently normal coincidences were not invited to this party.We also dive deep into the story of K.C. Roberts, the faith healer at the center of multiple death investigations. That sends us into discussions about Christian Science, coroner's juries, old-timey public shaming, legal loopholes, and the frustrating realization that some human behaviors haven't changed much in the last 125 years.Plus:· Megan invents new legal theories despite not attending law school.· Amy becomes temporarily obsessed with spelling variations of the same man's name.· We mourn a very good dog.· We discover that Angie once tried to divorce her husband.· And we once again prove that no historical mystery is safe from becoming a tangent.· So, grab your mug of hot cocoa and join us where… The Activity Continues.Content Warning:There’s some murder, nothing explicit. But our language has been called that (we swear)Chapter Markers00:00:00 Intro!00:03:01 Sidequest: Shut the F Up Nick Lachey00:05:07 The Property00:09:29 The Clients00:17:13 Angie Braddock (Roberts)00:18:06 KC Roberts – Faith Healer00:26:19 Susan Vicker Murder00:30:16 True Crime Sidequest 100:32:40 Tasler: The Hobo Con Man00:35:53 True Crime Sidequest 200:37:03 Smitherman Again00:40:09 1903 Fire00:44:50 Not a Doctor00:47:18 Pointillism00:49:57 Next TimeEpisode links:Amazon links could generate a small commission to us at no cost to you.Article about the 2018 Tornado: https://cbs2iowa.com/news/local/stories-of-survival-as-recovery-begins-in-marshalltownAngie Braddock on Wikitree: https://www.wikitree.com/wiki/Braddock-714Susan Vickers: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/114996958/susan_kaye-vickersSumpter Trial info: https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/appellate-courts/F2/863/563/336233/https://law.justia.com/cases/iowa/supreme-court/1989/88-651-0.htmlRichard Tasler: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/199641120/richard_joe-taslerRoss Ingledue Found his grave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/61189338/ross-bromley-ingledueOliver Ingledue: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/61189343/oliver_l-ingledue https://www.timesrepublican.com/news/todays-news/2025/04/a-marshalltown-road-trip-city-streets-named-after-early-movers-
- 2 weeks ago53 min
170: The Lady in Black & the Hobo Con Man (Live React)
Recapping The Dead Files “The Lady in Black” (Season 10 Episode 6)This week we did something we’ve somehow NEVER done before: we rolled dice live on-air to randomly pick a Dead Files episode, and watched it together completely blind in real time, IN PERSON.Which means you get our uncensored reactions, immediate theories, interruptions, chaos, and approximately seventeen side quests.The dice landed us in Marshalltown, Iowa for The Lady in Black, featuring a haunted house owned by paranormal investigators who may have finally found a case they can’t handle themselves. Along the way we discuss violent hauntings, creepy staircases, spirit attachments, whether dead people sleep, and one deeply upsetting shallow grave situation involving Richard Tasler, AKA “the hobo con man.”We also spiral into:· whether closed captions help or destroy your ability to watch TV,· paranormal investigator qualifications,· Christian Science and faith healing,· Michael Peterson and the owl theory,· how many post-conviction filings is TOO many,· and why Amy would absolutely interview the family dog if given the opportunity.There are ghost children, a woman in a black veil, increasingly alarming injuries, and several moments where we completely derail ourselves before trying to remember we are technically recapping a television show.Ponder:If multiple people in a house think one family member is “changing” because of paranormal activity… but that person doesn’t believe any of it… who do you trust?Witness:Steve swearing when he sees the sketch, and Megan reminding him it’s a family show, damm*t!Weigh-In:If Amy Allan told you a spirit wanted your family gone and said moving was the only option… would you leave the house?So, grab your dice, your closed captions remote, and maybe a flashlight for the staircase… and join us where… The Activity Continues.Content Warning:Child death in history, and we do still swear.Chapter Markers00:00:25 Intro!00:06:23 Segment One – The Set Up00:19:09 Segment Two – Diggin’ Tru00:25:59 – BREAK00:25:55 Sidequest: Megan Digs into Legal Stuff00:31:42 Back to the Show00:33:29 The Sketch00:34:41 Segment Three – The Reveal00:50:47 Next Time00:52:56 Outro/DisclaimerEpisode links:Find the Dead Files episode: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8651884/The Dead Files Official Podcast: https://pod.link/1642377102The Lady in Black: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-dead-files-4887850/episodes/the-lady-in-black-248858476The Activity Continues is a paranormal podcast where soul friends Amy and Megan chat about true crime, ghost stories, hauntings, dreams, and other paranormal stuff including the TV show, The Dead Files. Our recaps are full of recurring jokes about recurring tropes.This episode was recorded on April 27,2026, and released on May 28, 2026Disclaimer:The Activity Continues is not affiliated with Warner Bros., Max, Travel Channel, Painless Productions, or The Dead Files, nor are we connected to the cast or crew. We are simply fans who recap and discuss past episodes for entertainment and community-building purposes. We are not investigators, mediums, or paranormal professionals, and we do not accept or investigate case submissions.The Dead Files is no longer in production, though it continues to stream on various platforms.If you are seeking assistance for activity in your home or business, we recommend researching reputable investigators or professionals in your local area. Some people choose to begin by asking for recommendations at local metaphysical shops or spiritual community centers.Credits:Hosted by: Amy Lotsberg and Megan SimmonsProduction, Artwork, and Editing: Amy Lotsberg at Collected Sounds Media, LLC. https://www.collectedsounds.com/Theme song. “Ghost Story” and segment music by Melissa WestOverview music: “Beyond the Stars” by Chris CollinsAffiliates/SponsorsPlease see our Store page for all the links for all our current affiliates. <a href="https://www.theactivitycontinues.com/store/" rel="nofoll
- May 14, 202647 min
169: A Little Yellow Flower (Death Valley #3)
In this episode, we wrap up our three-part Death Valley series by diving into the 2000 documentary Amargosa—and let’s just say… we had thoughts.We get into Megan’s slow burn experience with the film (it took about an hour to click… but when it did, it really did), while Amy was immediately charmed by its very specific “1970s educational film” vibe—grainy footage, questionable cinematography, and all. Somehow, this thing both feels amateur and also won an Emmy, which… we’re still processing.But what really pulled us in wasn’t the filmmaking—it was MartaWe talk about her resilience, her wildly difficult upbringing, her complicated relationships, and how she somehow came out the other side as this deeply optimistic, slightly woo-woo, fully committed artist who just… did whatever the hell brought her joy. Whether that was painting murals she didn’t own, performing for empty rooms, or building an entire life in the middle of nowhere, Marta didn’t wait for permission.So, grab your wildflower seeds and join us where… The Activity Continues.Content Warning:We didn’t find anything we thought deserved a content warning, but we did swear.Chapter Markers 00:00:00 Hello/Intro00:17:00 Side Quest: School Movies from Our Youth00:28:15 Marta and the Animals00:29:00 Back to Wilget00:32:54 Marta Looking Toward the Future00:35:52 Question for Everyone00:38:36 Other Shows Featuring Amargosa00: 47:19 End creditsEpisode links:Amargosa: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0229976/ - you can watch on Amazon Prime ($) or Tubi (free)Weird Tales 4: The Ghosts of Death Valley Junction: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1783417/ (Tubi free)Ghost Adventures Season 2 episode 11: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1789274/Central California Paranormal Investigators: https://www.facebook.com/ccpifresno/Blog about films shown in school. Might bring back some memories! https://www.jenx67.com/2020/01/old-classroom-films.htmlCipher in the Snow (1973): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cipher_in_the_SnowMcGee and Me (1989): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/McGee_and_Me!Books:Amazon links could generate a small commission to us at no cost to you. If you don’t want to buy it on Amazon ask at your local bookseller. I’ve included the publishers’ names here too.“To Dance on Sands: The Life and Art of Death Valley’s Marta Becket” by Marta Becket (2015 - Page Publishing):Paperback https://amzn.to/4cHXIjkKindle https://amzn.to/4cCe3pLHardcover: https://amzn.to/42av4mp(not on Audible)Marta Becket, a Theatrical Portrait: The Artist, the Performer, and Her Amargosa Opera House 4th Edition (2003 – Creel): https://amzn.to/4tm7jn8 (newer, more complete and less $$ edition of the below edition)Marta Becket: A Theatrical Portrait: The Artist, the Performer, and Her Amargosa Opera House (2000 - Creel) https://amzn.to/4tundfq (this is a very expensive different edition of the previous listed one)The Activity Continues is a paranormal podcast where soul friends Amy and Megan chat about true crime, ghost stories, hauntings, dreams, and other paranormal stuff including the TV show, The Dead Files. Our recaps are full of recurring jokes about recurring tropes.This episode was recorded on April 6, 2026, and released on May 14, 2026.Credits:Hosted by: Amy Lotsberg and Megan SimmonsProduction, Artwork, and Editing: Amy Lotsberg at Collected Sounds Media, LLC. https://www.collectedsounds.com/Theme song. “Ghost Story” and segment music by Melissa WestOverview music: “Beyond the Stars” by Chris Collins Engage!Our website, https://www.theactivitycontinues.com/ Leave us a Voicemail: <a href="https://www.theactivitycont
- Apr 30, 202628 min
168: Conflicting Stories & Missing Pieces (Death Valley #2)
Research and Rabbit Holes for The Dead Files “Death Valley” (Season 2 Episode 19) which aired May 17, 2013.This week we’re back in Death Valley Junction—but this time, we’re going deeper. Like… five days of rabbit holes deeper.In part two of this three-part series, we leave the recap behind and dive headfirst into the history of the Amargosa Opera House and Hotel… and things get complicated fast.We uncover the origins of the property as a 1920s mining hub built to impress investors (for a booming industry that lasted… about three years), complete with dormitories, a cafe, a general store, and—yes—an infirmary that the show barely touched on.From there, we follow the story of how the place sat abandoned for decades before ballerina Marta Becket arrived in 1967 and quite literally adopted it—painting her own audience on the walls and performing for them when no one else showed up. (We love her. We would die for her.)But then… things take a turn.We dig into what may have really happened with Rich and Mary Lee—because despite what the show implies, it doesn’t seem like ghosts are the only reason they left. There are power struggles, conflicting stories, a very suspicious letter that may or may not have actually been written by Marta, and just enough missing information to make everything feel a little… off.So, grab your refrigerator yogurt (labeled it so Terry from accounting doesn’t take it) and join us where… The Activity Continues. This episode was recorded on March 29, 2026 and released on April 30, 2026.Chapter Markers 00:00:00 Hello!00:00:56 How We Ended Last Time00:01:41 The Property00:15:18 The Clients00:21: 30 Marta Becket00:25:08 Shotgun Kitty00:27:39 Next weekEpisode links:Property’s Official Page: https://www.amargosaoperahouse.org/Amargosa at Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amargosa_Opera_House_and_HotelMarta Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marta_BecketArticle about the Marta: https://www.jeffreysward.com/tributes/amargosa.htm - the links within that article are dead....for the rest of the links please see our Blog: https://www.theactivitycontinues.com/blog/extended-show-notes-for-tac-168 Credits:Hosted by: Amy Lotsberg and Megan SimmonsProduction, Artwork, and Editing: Amy Lotsberg at Collected Sounds Media, LLC. https://www.collectedsounds.com/Theme song “Ghost Story” and segment music by Melissa WestOverview music: “Beyond the Stars” by Chris CollinsIf you want to hear us early and ad-free EVERY week, become a Patron, join our Ghosty Fam and get bonus exclusive episodes! https://www.patreon.com/theactivitycontinuesAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
- Apr 16, 202648 min
167: Something’s Wrong in Death Valley Junction (Death Valley #1)
Recapping The Dead Files “Death Valley” (Season 2 Episode 19) which aired May 17, 2013.This is the first episode in our three-part series based on this episode of The Dead Files.In this episode, we switch things up and go back to our roots—Amy watches the episode and recaps it for Megan, who comes in completely blind (and highly caffeinated). What starts as a simple desert haunting quickly turns into a “wait… what is this place?” situation. We talk about the bizarre reality of Death Valley Junction—a “town” that is basically just one property, an opera house, and a hotel sitting in the middle of nowhere. Amy Allan is immediately overwhelmed, Steve asks the important questions (and misses a few obvious ones… looking at you, Dracula nails), and we spiral into discussions about scratches, ghostly bed-sitters, and whether older skin is just out here betraying us. There are tangents (of course), including our old recording habits, late-night exhaustion, and the realization that we’ve always been like this… we’re just better at editing it now.Also: ring shots, reservoirs, and the very real possibility that this entire place is just… off. So, grab your coffee (before we have to take another break to refill it) and join us where… The Activity Continues. Content Warning: In this episode we mention suicide so trigger warning for those who need it. Also, we swear.Crisis Text Line is a global nonprofit organization founded in 2013 that provides mental-health support through text messaging.In the U.S., people can text “HOME” to 741741 to connect with a live trained crisis counselor.The service is free, confidential, and available 24/7.They support people dealing with things like anxiety, loneliness, bullying, substance use, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts.Also, while Amy and Steve's swears are bleeped on TV, ours are not.Chapter Markers 00:04:23 Hello!00:07:38 Content Warning & Housekeeping00:10:31 Segment One – The Set Up00:27:02 Side Quest: Knitting00:30:01 Segment Two – Diggin’ Tru00:30:23 Side Quest: Bongos is Bahrain00:42:17 Segment Three – The Reveal00: 47:06 Next week00:47:06 Outro/DisclaimerrEpisode links:Property’s Official Page: https://www.amargosaoperahouse.org/Amargosa at Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amargosa_Opera_House_and_HotelMarta Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marta_BecketSome nice photos of the opera house inside. https://www.theyellowdesk.com/single-post/2017/06/13/the-dark-beauty-of-the-amargosa-opera-house-hotel-part-iiAmargosa (2000) the movie https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0229976/ You can watch it on Tubi for free.TAC Woodpecker Ts: https://www.zazzle.com/woodpecker_headache_remedy_t_shirt-256058499501832692Or https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/176270054The Activity Continues is a paranormal podcast where soul friends Amy and Megan chat about true crime, ghost stories, hauntings, dreams, and other paranormal stuff including the TV show, The Dead Files. Our recaps are full of recurring jokes about recurring tropes. This episode was recorded on March 29, 2026 and released on April 16, 2026Disclaimer:The Activity Continues is not affiliated with Warner Bros., Max, Travel Channel, Painless Productions, or The Dead Files, nor are we connected to the cast or crew. We are simply fans who recap and discuss past episodes for entertainment and community-building purposes. We are not investigators, mediums, or paranormal professionals, and we do not accept or investigate case submissions.The Dead Files is no longer in production, though it continues to stream on various platforms.If you are seeking assistance for activity in your home or business, we recommend researching reputable investigators or professionals in your local area. Some people choose to begin by asking for recommendations at local metaphysical shops or spiritual community centers.Credits:Hoste
- Apr 2, 20261h 11m
166: Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker Headache (Ohio Series #3)
This week we’re recapping The Dead Files “Buried” (Season 14, Episode 11) which originally aired February 3, 2023. Amy and Megan close out their Ohio series with a case that somehow includes: teachers recommending paranormal investigators, a basement ghost who apparently runs a burial service, and one very stressed nine-year-old who just wants to go back to being a “playful boy.” Along the way, we discuss the truly wild moment when Kingston’s teachers tell his mom she should call The Dead Files, debate whether ghost kids are ever a good sign (spoiler: absolutely not), and wonder why Steve always asks clients if they’ve been “taking any weed.” We also tackle the real mysteries of the episode, like why the show suddenly discovered drone shots, why Word absolutely refuses to learn how to spell Steve DiSchiavi, and how a ghost can apparently keep burying the same victim over and over while yelling “stay dead.” Plus: woodpecker headaches, ghost LEGO buddies, purse-strap demonstrations, basement dread, and a brief but passionate discussion about woodpeckers that absolutely nobody asked for. PonderIf a ghost is trying to keep their victim quiet by repeatedly burying them in the basement… does that mean the haunting is less about revenge and more about covering up a crime that refuses to stay buried?WitnessBoth Amy and Megan try to explain things that they have no business explaining.Weigh-InIf your child’s teachers told you they think your kid is seeing ghosts… and suggested you call paranormal investigators…would you be relieved someone believes them, or immediately start looking for a new school? So grab your bird-watching book and join us where…The Activity Continues. Content Warning: In this episode we mention child death in history (fire), so please consider before listening. But if you watch The Dead Files, you should be fine. Also we swear.Chapter Markers 00:00:49 Hello!00:01:33 Housekeeping00:02:53 Overview of “Buried”00:07:07 Segment One – The Set Up00:12:11 Side Quest: Woodpecker of a Headache00:16:29 Side Quest: Besties!00:24:57 Calling Editors of TDF00:26:21 Segment Two – Diggin’ Tru00:44:58 Segment Three – The Reveal00:54:22 Research & Rabbit Holes01:07:13 Side Quest: Dances with Wolves01:08:18 Kent State Ghost Story01:11:59 Outro/DisclaimerEpisode links:East Cleveland Police in trubs: https://fox8.com/news/3-former-east-cleveland-officers-sentenced-to-prison/Molly Petelinker’s grave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/160820037/molly-petelinkarLake View/Collinwood School https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Collinwood_school_fireKent State Today: https://www.kent.edu/today/news/flash-kent-state-ghost-storyTop 10 most haunted places in Ohio: https://trip101.com/article/haunted-places-in-ohioOur Woodpecker Ts: https://www.zazzle.com/woodpecker_headache_remedy_t_shirt-256058499501832692Or https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/176270054Recommend a Dead Files episode for us to recap (Amy’s spreadsheet): https://www.theactivitycontinues.com/recommend-your-favorite-dead-files-epsiode/The Dead Files Official Podcast: https://pod.link/1642377102 The Activity Continues is a paranormal podcast where soul friends Amy and Megan chat about true crime, ghost stories, hauntings, dreams, and other paranormal stuff including the TV show, The Dead Files. Our recaps are full of recurring jokes about recurring tropes.This episode was recorded on March 4, 2026, and released on April 2, 2026.Disclaimer:The Activity Continues is not affiliated with Warner Bros., Max, Travel Channel, Painless Productions, or The Dead Files, nor are we connected to the cast or crew. We a
- Mar 19, 20261h 10m
165: Bat Faces & Baby Bellies (Ohio Series #2)
Recapping The Dead Files “Demon War” (Season 4 Episode 4) which aired August 2, 2014.There are demons. There are bat faces. There is a mirror moment that made us deeply uncomfortable. And yes, Steve is once again diggin’ tru the archives.But what we really found ourselves talking about? The baby.When a toddler becomes central to a paranormal narrative, things get complicated. We explore the historical threads Steve uncovers, the emotional energy inside the home, and how quickly folklore imagery can escalate when fear enters the chat.Also: math gets us again.As always, we balance curiosity with compassion… and maybe just a little healthy skepticism.Observe: Amy attempting to pronounce “qigong” (chee-gong) without Googling it first.Ponder: How do you even make an appointment for a child exorcism… and is it covered by insurance?Weigh-In: How do you feel about adults calling each other “baby”? Better or worse than “lover”? So, grab your bat-faced demon sketchpad and join us where… The Activity Continues. Content Warning: In this episode we mention child death in history (fire), sexual assault (paranormal), so proceed with caution. Also, while Amy and Steve's swears are bleeped on TV, ours are not. Chapter Markers00:00:00 Intro00:01:48 Welcome New Friends!00:03:32 Content Warning 00:04:06 Overview00:07:17 Segment One – The Set Up00:07:33 Side Quest: Heating Update00:22:53 Demons and Religion00:29:06 Segment Two – Diggin’ Tru00:46:45 Segment Three – The Reveal01:00:03 Research & Rabbit Holes01:09:26 Next week01:10:33 Outro/Disclaimer Episode links:Kirk Baird article: https://www.toledoblade.com/KirkBaird/2014/08/08/Haunted-house-in-East-Toledo-is-no-laughing-matter/stories/20140807203The LOVAH sketch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gqeQLV04kwUKent State Massacre: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kent_State_shootingsBob Poiry: https://www.toledopolicemuseum.com/in-memory-of-bob-poiryGrain Elevator explosion: https://www.usdeadlyevents.com/1898-sep-20-grain-dust-explosion-and-fire-union-grain-elevator-toledo-oh-14-15/ Our T-Shirts: https://www.zazzle.com/woodpecker_headache_remedy_t_shirt-256058499501832692Recommend a Dead Files episode for us to recap: https://www.theactivitycontinues.com/recommend-your-favorite-dead-files-epsiode/ The Dead Files Official Podcast: https://pod.link/1642377102Amazon links could generate a small commission to us at no cost to you. The Activity Continues is a paranormal podcast where soul friends Amy and Megan chat about true crime, ghost stories, hauntings, dreams, and other paranormal stuff including the TV show, The Dead Files. Our recaps are full of recurring jokes about recurring tropes.We also occasionally do interviews with people from the paranormal world, with the goal of learning from others. We think you’ll really benefit from the things these people have to say. This episode was recorded on February 25, 2026, and released on March 19, 2026. Disclaimer:The Activity Continues is not affiliated with Warner Bros., Max, Travel Channel, Painless Productions, or The Dead Files, nor are we connected to the cast or crew. We are simply fans who recap and discuss past episodes for entertainment and community-building purposes. We are not investigators, mediums, or paranormal professionals, and we do not accept or investigate case submissions.The Dead Files is no longer in production, though it continues to stream on various platforms.If you are seeking assistance for activity in your home or business, we recommend researching reputable investigators or professionals in your local area. Some people choose to begin by asking for recommendations at local metaphysical shops or
- Mar 5, 202658 min
164: Tangled Vines and Tar Water (Ohio Series #1)
Recapping The Dead Files “Tangled” (Season 10, Episode 2) which aired June 22, 2013We kick off our Ohio Three-Fer with shadow snakes, basement rage, and a 19th-century commune that absolutely did not get good Yelp reviews from the town. This house isn’t just haunted — it’s rooted.Black vine-like tendrils creep through the land and into the living, and we unpack what happens when depression, history, and paranormal energy all tangle together.We talk Free Love backlash, Victorian motherhood (twelve children??), morphine, menopause vs. malevolent spirits, and whether tar water is a reasonable Amazon purchase or a sign it’s time to move.It’s eerie. It’s layered. It’s feral.Ponder: If negative energy can embed in land… can it spread like an infection?Witness: Steve calling the commune “woo woo crap” while literally working on a ghost show.Weigh-In: If Amy told you to spray tar water around your entire house — would you stay… or would you move?So, grab your tar water (don’t miss a spot!), and join us where… The Activity Continues. Content Warning: We didn’t find anything we thought deserved a content warning, but we swear. Chapter Markers00:00:00 Intro00:05:55 A Word on AI00:08:45 Testing a New Format00:09:41 Side Quest: When You Wash Your Hair00:11:51 Spirit Breakdown00:15:16 Diggin’ Tru00:16:38 It Takes a Village00:28:57 Parenting is Hard00:31:10 The Vines00:33:47 The Reveal00:34:33 Clients’ Options00:39:34 Steve Getting Dramatic00:40:12 Unstable Ghosts, and Tables00:43:25 Paranormal or Menopause00:49:14 Additional Research Notes00:58:56 Disclaimer/Credits Episode links:Hudson Tuttle: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hudson_TuttleThe Museum of Talking Boards: https://www.museumoftalkingboards.com/tuttle.htmlCharles Latcha’s Suicide Manifesto: https://evermore.imagedjinn.com/blg/9883/suicide-of-a-free-love-at-berlin-heights-july-16-1858/Tar Water on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4qEDcFoOur T-Shirts: https://www.zazzle.com/woodpecker_headache_remedy_t_shirt-256058499501832692Recommend a Dead Files episode for us to recap: https://www.theactivitycontinues.com/recommend-your-favorite-dead-files-epsiode/The Dead Files Official Podcast: https://pod.link/1642377102Amazon links could generate a small commission to us at no cost to you. The Activity Continues is a paranormal podcast where soul friends Amy and Megan chat about true crime, ghost stories, hauntings, dreams, and other paranormal stuff including the TV show, The Dead Files. Our recaps are full of recurring jokes about recurring tropes.This episode was recorded on February 18, 2026, and released on March 5, 2026. Disclaimer:This podcast is in no way affiliated with Warner Brothers, HBOMax, the Travel Channel, Painless TV, or the TV show The Dead Files or any of its cast or crew. We’re just fans who love the show and want to build a community of like-minded people who would enjoy hanging out and discussing the episodes and similar content. Credits:Hosted by: Amy Lotsberg and Megan SimmonsProduction, Artwork, and Editing: Amy Lotsberg at Collected Sounds Media, LLC. https://www.collectedsounds.com/Theme song. “Ghost Story” and segment music by CannelleBackground music: “Beyond the Stars” by Chris Collins Engage!Our website, https://www.theactivitycontinues.com/ Leave us a Voicemail: https://www.theactivitycontinues.com/voicemail/ (might be read on the show)Newsletter sign-up: https://www.theactivitycontinues.com/newsletter Join us on Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/theactivitycontinues" rel
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The Activity Continues is a podcast where in THIS lifetime together, Amy and Megan talk about all things paranormal. Ghosts, hauntings, psychics, movies and TV shows (especially The Dead Files) and other spooky and spooky-adjacent things as well. We also interview people in the paranormal community as well as past Dead Files clients and other interesting people.Sometimes we even tell your stories.So, grab your beverage of choice and join us where… The Activity Continues.
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