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  • 168: Conflicting Stories & Missing Pieces (Death Valley #2)

    168: Conflicting Stories & Missing Pieces (Death Valley #2)
    Apr 30 2026

    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 Time

    00:01:41 The Property

    00:15:18 The Clients

    00:21: 30 Marta Becket

    00:25:08 Shotgun Kitty

    00:27:39 Next week


    Episode links:

    Property’s Official Page: https://www.amargosaoperahouse.org/

    Amargosa at Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amargosa_Opera_House_and_Hotel

    Marta Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marta_Becket

    Article 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 Simmons

    Production, Artwork, and Editing: Amy Lotsberg at Collected Sounds Media, LLC. https://www.collectedsounds.com/

    Theme song “Ghost Story” and segment music by Melissa West

    Overview music: “Beyond the Stars” by Chris Collins



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    29 min
  • 167: Something’s Wrong in Death Valley Junction (Death Valley #1)

    167: Something’s Wrong in Death Valley Junction (Death Valley #1)
    Apr 16 2026
    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: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 Affiliates/SponsorsPlease see our Store page for all the links for all our current affiliates. https://www.theactivitycontinues.com/store/ Thank you for listening, take care of yourselves. We’ll see you next time!If 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
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    49 min
  • 166: Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker Headache

    166: Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker Headache
    Apr 2 2026
    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 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 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/newsletterJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theactivitycontinuesWe’re on (almost) all the socials too @theactivitycontinuesAffiliates/SponsorsPlease see our Store page for all the links for all our current affiliates. https://...
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    1 ora e 12 min
  • 165: Bat Faces & Baby Bellies

    165: Bat Faces & Baby Bellies
    Mar 19 2026
    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: Head 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 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” by Melissa WestBackground 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: https://www.patreon.com/theactivitycontinuesWe’re on (almost) all the socials too @theactivitycontinues SEND US YOUR PARANORMAL STORIES!Email: theactivitycontinues@gmail.com and maybe it will be read on the show!Voicemail: https://www.theactivitycontinues.com/voicemail/ to leave a message and maybe it will be played on the show! BE OUR GUEST!Are you a The Dead Files client, or a paranormal/spiritual professional, and are interested in being interviewed on our show? Let us know by filling out our guest form:https://www.theactivitycontinues.com/guests/intake/ Affiliates/SponsorsPlease see our Store page for all the links for all our current affiliates. https://www.theactivitycontinues.com/store/ Thank you for ...
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    1 ora e 11 min
  • 164: Tangled Vines and Tar Water

    164: Tangled Vines and Tar Water
    Mar 5 2026
    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: https://www.patreon.com/theactivitycontinuesWe’re on (almost) all the socials too @theactivitycontinues SEND US YOUR PARANORMAL STORIES!Email: theactivitycontinues@gmail.com and maybe it will be read on the show!Voicemail: https://www.theactivitycontinues.com/voicemail/ to leave a message and maybe it will be played on the show! BE OUR GUEST!Are you a The Dead Files client, or a paranormal/spiritual professional, and are interested in being interviewed on our show? Let us know by filling out our guest form:https://www.theactivitycontinues.com/guests/intake/ Affiliates/SponsorsPlease see our Store page for all the links for all our current affiliates. https://www.theactivitycontinues.com/store/ Thank you for listening, take care of yourselves. We’ll see you next time!If 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/theactivitycontinuesSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-activity-continues/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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    59 min
  • 163: Organized Jellyfish in Egg Haba

    163: Organized Jellyfish in Egg Haba
    Feb 19 2026
    Recapping The Dead Files “Betrayed” (Season 2 Episode 13) which aired April 5, 2013 We talk mental health threads (this officially completes Amy’s accidental Three-Fer), basement dread, and why being six feet tall does not automatically make you immune to fear. Fred earns MVP Dad status, and we unpack how terrifying it must be to feel like you can’t protect your own kids from something you can’t see. It’s heavy… but it’s also Egg Haba, so we manage to spiral appropriately. Ponder: can ghosts have dementia?Witness: Megan having troubles saying New Jersey in a New Jersey accent.Weigh-In: Do you love Deviled Eggs as much as we do?So, grab your deviled eggs, and join us where… The Activity Continues. Content Warning:Discussion of suicide (historical), childhood illness, while Amy and Steve's swears are bleeped on TV, ours are not. Chapter Markers 00:00:27 Intro00:01:32 Housekeeping & Content Warning00:04:06 Superb Owl Side Quest: Deviled Eggs, Chili & Sportsball00:11:56 Overview00:15:21 Segment One – The Set Up00:32:05 Segment Two – Diggin’ Tru00:34:39 Side Quest: Disney Movies00:36:56 Bob Bishop, Genealogist00:42:50 Max Maxwell, Local Historian00:51:35 The Sketch00:52:31 Segment Three – The Reveal00:52:37 Side Quest: Living in Sin and Amy’s Mom00:55:57 Back to the Reveal01:05:31 Research and Rabbit Holes01:15:48 Outro/Credits/DisclaimerEpisode links:Garlic Peeler: https://amzn.to/4amw4aGOur 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 7, 2026, and released on February 19, 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: https://www.patreon.com/theactivitycontinuesWe’re on (almost) all the socials too @theactivitycontinues SEND US YOUR PARANORMAL STORIES!Email: theactivitycontinues@gmail.com and maybe it will be read on the show!Voicemail: https://www.theactivitycontinues.com/voicemail/ to leave a message and maybe it will be played on the show! BE OUR GUEST!Are you a The Dead Files client, or a paranormal/spiritual professional, and are interested in being interviewed on our show? Let us know by filling out our guest form:https://www.theactivitycontinues.com/guests/intake/ Affiliates/SponsorsPlease see our Store page for all the links for all our current affiliates. https://www.theactivitycontinues.com/store/ Thank you for listening, take care of yourselves. We’ll see you next time!If 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/theactivitycontinuesSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-activity-continues/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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    1 ora e 15 min
  • 162: Fifty Bad Dead People…in the Middle of Nowhere

    162: Fifty Bad Dead People…in the Middle of Nowhere
    Feb 5 2026

    Recapping The Dead Files “Satan’s Revenge” (Season 4 Episode 5) which aired August 9, 2014.

    In this episode of The Activity Continues, we dig into one of the most intense episodes of The Dead Files yet. This was a listener request from long-time supporter, Zoey! Thank you Zoey!

    Steve and Amy travel to rural Michigan to help a family whose dream home has become a waking nightmare. What begins as reports of footsteps, shadow figures, and unexplained injuries quickly escalates into something far darker. The basement of this home appears to be holding dozens of hostile, negative entities, including a powerful shadow figure with violent intentions.

    As the investigation unfolds, we talk about:

    · A terrifying concentration of negative spirits in one location

    · Physical injuries, scratches, and life-altering accidents

    · Trauma, PTSD, and how past abuse may intersect with paranormal experiences

    · The psychological vs. paranormal question (and where it breaks down)

    · Why doors, stairs, and basements are never just architectural features on The Dead Files

    · Also don’t forget the side quests: Minnesota weather, headaches, and sleep socks (yes or no?)

    It’s disturbing. It’s emotional. And it raises one big question:

    How the hell do you end up with fifty bad dead people in your basement?

    So, grab your footie jammies, and join us where… The Activity Continues.


    Content Warnings

    This episode contains discussion of:

    · Childhood sexual abuse

    · Suicide

    · Miscarriage / infant loss

    · PTSD and trauma

    · Self-harm

    · Physical injury and medical trauma

    Listener discretion is strongly advised. Also, while Amy and Steve's swears are bleeped on TV, ours are not.

    Chapter Markers

    00:00:00 Intro

    00:00:39 Hello and Welcome!

    00:01:17 Content Warning

    00:02:35 Side Quest: Woodpecker of a Headache

    00:04:13 Side Quest: PS We’re Frozen

    00:06:14 False Start #3: We’re Still Cold

    00:10:44 Actual Start! Overview, finally

    00:12:24 Segment One – The Set Up

    00:34:41 Segment Two – Diggin’ Tru

    00:52:11 The Sketch

    00:53:04 Segment Three – The Reveal

    01:07:34 Research and Rabbit Holes

    01:22:28 Next Time

    01:24:03 End Credits


    Episode links:

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    Recommend 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/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 January 21,2026 and released on February 5, 2026.



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    1 ora e 24 min
  • 161: Am I Crazy? Or Is This a Cover-Up?

    161: Am I Crazy? Or Is This a Cover-Up?
    Jan 22 2026
    Recapping The Dead Files “Am I Crazy?” (Season 1 Episode 6) which aired 2011. This week, we kick off Season 7 by revisiting “Am I Crazy?”, a case that asks a familiar question with an uncomfortable twist: is the homeowner losing her grip on reality, or uncovering a long-buried truth no one wanted exposed?In Great Falls, Montana, Kelly believes she’s being contacted by the spirit of Valeria Gibson, a woman erased from the historical record and dismissed in death as “hysterical.”Through dreams, intuition, and a growing pile of unsettling clues, Kelly uncovers a story that doesn’t match the official version, and medium Amy Allan corroborates that story.As Steve Dischiavi digs for missing blueprints, vanished records, and suspicious inconsistencies, a pattern emerges: when women tell the truth, history has a habit of calling them unstable. But three women—Valeria, Kelly, and Amy—tell the same story across time.She’s not crazy. She’s just not being believed.So… is this a haunting? A cover-up? Or both?So, grab your Nespresso, and join us where… The Activity Continues. Content Warning:We didn’t find anything we thought deserved a content warning, but we will use colorful language. I don’t see that changing. Chapter Markers 00:00:00 Intro00:00:36 Hello and Welcome!00:08:05 Sidequest: Bougie Coffee00:09:30 Overview00:11:36 Segment 1 – The Set Up00:15:02 Sidequest: Home Reno, Frugal Husbands, and Ghost Pets00:36:11 Sidequest: Ableist Garlic00:37:49 Ad Break 00:37:49 Segment 2 – Diggin’ Tru - The Investigation00:47:17 Segment 3 – The Reveal00:58:20 Research and Rabbit Holes00:59:52 Sidequest: Your New Phrase “What the Munga?”01:04:23 Valeria gets her spotlight01:19:12 Next week Episode links:Nespresso pod maker: https://amzn.to/49FpsngPeet’s Coffee: https://amzn.to/49FkRBBParis Gibson: Man of Mystery: https://visitgreatfallsmontana.org/paris-gibson-man-mystery/Great article, More Than Just the Founder’s Wifehttps://www.greatfallshistorymuseum.org/blog/valeria-gibson-more-than-just-the-founders-wifeThe 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 January 11, 2026, and released on January 22, 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: https://www.patreon.com/theactivitycontinuesWe’re on (almost) all the socials too @theactivitycontinues SEND US YOUR PARANORMAL STORIES!Email: theactivitycontinues@gmail.com and maybe it will be read on the show!Voicemail: https://www.theactivitycontinues.com/voicemail/ to leave a message and maybe it will be played on the show! BE OUR GUEST!Are you a The Dead Files client, or a paranormal/spiritual professional, and are interested in being interviewed on our show? Let us know by filling out our guest form:https://www.theactivitycontinues.com/guests/intake/ Affiliates/SponsorsPlease see our Store page for all the links for all our current affiliates. https://www.theactivitycontinues.com/store/ Thank you for listening, take care of yourselves. We’ll see you next time!If 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/theactivitycontinuesSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-activity-continues/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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