CRASH Media Paranormal

Welcome to Crash Media Paranormal

We are Ashley Kirkland and Craig Rackley, paranormal investigators exploring haunted locations across the country. We invite you to join us as we seek answers in the world of the unexplained. Through our series, we document our journeys, share our experiences, and present the evidence we uncover.

Along with our series episodes, come along as we dive deeper into the paranormal with our weekly podcast, "Conversations with Crash", where we discuss investigations, share personal stories, and explore the mysteries behind our findings. Whether you're a longtime enthusiast or just curious about the supernatural, we’re glad you’re here.

Let’s uncover the unknown together!

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EPISODE 1: THE MOODY MANSION

On October 21, 2023, Crash Media Paranormal conducted a live-streamed ghost hunt from the historic Moody Mansion in Bessemer, Alabama. What followed was a cascade of unexplained phenomena so compelling that it inspired this entire series.

EPISODE 2: OLD HARRIMAN HOSPITAL

On November 18, 2023, Crash Media Paranormal investigated the Old Harriman Hospital in Harriman, TN. with the Tuscaloosa Paranormal Research Group. This abandoned hospital did NOT dissapoint!

EPISODE 3: OLD STATE BANK

In February 2024, Crash Media Paranormal and the Tuscaloosa Paranormal Research Group were called out to investigate the Old State Bank in Decatur, AL. We soon learned that in this bank, some debts can never be repaid.

EPISODE 4: THE DRISH HOUSE

In March, 2024, Crash Media Paranormal visited one of their favorite haunts in Tuscaloosa, AL. Find out why it is considered one of the most haunted houses in Alabama.

EPISODE 5: OLD SOUTH PITTSBURG HOSPITAL

Join us for a two-night paranormal investigation at the infamous Old South Pittsburg Hospital. Featuring members of the Tuscaloosa Paranormal Research Group and volunteers at Old South Pittsburg Hospital.

EPISODE 6: HALLOWEEN SPECIAL 2024

It’s Crash Media Paranormal’s FIRST Halloween Special! Turn out the lights and get your popcorn ready as Craig and Ashley take a look back at their first season and relive their scariest moments.

EPISODE 7: PICKENS COUNTY COURTHOUSE

The Pickens County Courthouse is home to one of the South’s most chilling ghost stories, The Face in the Courthouse Window. Follow Crash Media Paranormal and TPRG as they venture inside to investigate one of the most famous of Alabama's 13 Ghosts.

EPISODE 8: SMITH COUNTY

In a thrilling two-night investigation at the historic Smith County Courthouse and Heritage Museum in Carthage, TN, Crash Media Paranormal, along with TPRG and Chicken Little Paranormal capture the "holy grail" of paranormal investigation.

EPISODE 9: THE MISSISSIPPI HOUSE

Crash Media Paranormal along with TPRG, travel to Florence, Mississippi to investigate the house made famous by, "The House In Between," film created by Steve Gonsalves and Kendall Whelpton. Does the house live up to its reputation? Find out in this episode.

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PODCAST EPISODES

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EPISODE 1 Top 3 Scariest Experiences Craig and Ashley countdown their top three scariest haunted locations/experiences.

EPISODE 2 Proof vs. Pareidolia CRASH discusses pareidolia - what it is, why it is important to understand, and how it can affect paranormal investigations.

EPISODE 3 Haunted Jasper County Jail Craig and Ashley discuss their paranormal investigation at the Jasper County Jail in Jasper, GA.

EPISODE 4 Residual vs Intelligent Hauntings What’s the difference between residual and intelligent hauntings? Join Craig and Ashley as they unravel the mysteries behind these eerie phenomena.

EPISODE 5 Did Hollywood get it Right? Craig and Ashley dissect some of Hollywood’s most famous haunting portrayals. Did they get it right, or is it all smoke and mirrors?

EPISODE 6 The Old State Bank Episode Recap: Join CRASH as they revisit their chilling investigation at The Old State Bank in Decatur, Alabama.

EPISODE 7 Paranormal Hangout Grab a drink, get comfy, and let’s nerd out over paranormal stuff! Drop your wildest ghost stories or burning questions. We’re here for it all.

EPISODE 8 The Drish House Episode Recap: Join CRASH as they take a look back their night at the Drish House in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

EPISODE 9 Frequently Asked Questions CRASH answers some of their viewer's questions on ghost hunting

EPISODE 10 Old Pickens County Courthouse Episode Recap: Join CRASH as they revisit their night with one of Alabama's most famous 13 ghosts at the Old Pickens County Courthouse.

EPISODE 11 Questions for Ghost Hunters CRASH answers more of their viewer's questions on ghost hunting

EPISODE 12 From the Vault CRASH digs into their vault to show you some never before seen footage and evidence from previous, unaired investigations.

EPISODE 13 Black & White Frights In this episode, Craig gets to share his love of the classic Universal Movie Monsters

EPISODE 14 Halloween Costume Party Join CRASH for their first Halloween Costume Party. Dress up, tell some ghost stories, and play some games. HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!

EPISODE 15 Ghosts of Christmas Past CRASH discusses some spooky Christmas legends from around the world. SCARY CHRISTMAS!!!!!

EPISODE 16 Smith County, Tennessee Episode Recap: Join CRASH as they discuss their two night investigation in Smith County Tennessee.

EPISODE 17 The Haunting of Florence Mississippi Episode Recap: CRASH takes a closer look at their night in house made famous in the "The House In Between" documentary series.

ABOUT CRASH

Craig Rackley is an educator, artist, and paranormal investigator based in Birmingham, Alabama. His journey into the paranormal began in 2007, when he formed the research team, Birmingham Paranormal. After several years of investigating together, the team merged with the Tuscaloosa Paranormal Research Group. In his 18 years in the field, Craig has taken part in over 200 investigations across the United States.

In 2023, Craig teamed up with fellow investigator and close friend Ashley Kirkland to co-found Crash Media Paranormal, further expanding his work in the field.

Ashley Kirkland is a professional photographer, actor, filmmaker, and paranormal investigator based in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. A third-generation ghost hunter, Ashley comes from a family with deep roots in the paranormal field. Growing up in a haunted house only fueled her lifelong curiosity about the supernatural.

In 2019, she joined the Tuscaloosa Paranormal Research Group with a mission to learn more and help others navigate their own unexplained experiences.

In 2023, Ashley partnered with fellow investigator and close friend Craig Rackley to co-found Crash Media Paranormal, a platform dedicated to sharing their investigations, insights, and passion for the unknown.

CRASH and TPRG IN THE NEWS

We were contacted by Jen Cardone from CBS 42 about a case in Gadsden, Alabama. The investigation was featured on a segment that aired on October 31st, 2024.

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, OR SUGGESTIONS FOR LOCATIONS YOU'D LIKE US TO INVESTIGATE, PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT BELOW. ADDITIONALLY, IF YOU'RE A PART OF A PARANORMAL INVESTIGATION GROUP AND WOULD LIKE YOUR GROUP TO BE FEATURED IN AN UPCOMING EPISODE, FEEL FREE TO REACH OUT.