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The Activity Continues

The Activity Continues

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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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  • 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 mins
  • 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 hr and 12 mins
  • 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 hr and 11 mins
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