Speakers and Special Guests
Immerse yourself in an out of this world experience filled with intriguing discussions, other worldly exhibits, and connections with fellow enthusiasts. Come for the knowledge, stay for the community, and leave with unforgettable memories.
Ken Gerhard
Cryptozoologist, Author, Lecturer, and TV Personality
Ken Gerhard is a well-known cryptozoologist, author, lecturer, and TV personality who has explored the globe in search of elusive animals and legendary creatures like Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster, the Chupacabra, Mothman, and the Beast of Gevaudan. Along with co-hosting the History Channel series *Missing in Alaska*, his work has been showcased on numerous other platforms.
Tim Swartz
Author, Researcher, Investigator
Co-Host of "The Paracast"
Television Personality
Tim R. Swartz, an Indiana native and Emmy Award-winning television producer and videographer, is also the author of several popular books, including "The Lost Journals of Nikola Tesla," "Tim R. Swartz's Big Book of Incredible Alien Encounters," and "Gef the Talking Mongoose."
Ronald Murphy
Researcher, Investigator, Author, and Lecturer
For over 30 years, Ron Murphy has delved into the stuff of nightmares, exploring things that go bump in the night and digging deep into the historical and psychological roots of myths and legends from around the globe. His goal is to uncover the archetypal origins of the monsters that haunt our collective imagination. This time, Ron will be talking about the dogman phenomenon.
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Buffy Wolfenbarger and Barbie Horsley
Paranormal Researchers and Investigators
NightSong Paranormal, based in Middle Tennessee, is a well-regarded investigative team dedicated to uncovering and documenting the unexplained. Since its founding in 2022 by Barbie Horsley, the group has quickly made a name for itself, blending passion, expertise, and a careful approach to paranormal research.
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Parapeculiar Museum and Podcast with Nicole and Damian
Co-Host of The Parapeculiar Podcast and Owners of The Parapeculiar Museum
Nicole and Damian are experiencers of the weird, known for their innovative + esoteric paranormal investigative techniques, specializing in ITC work and Signal Mediumship. They run the ParaPeculiar Museum Of Haunted Items, and are hosts of two popular podcasts, ParaPeculiar, and The Real Ghosts Of... , a top 5% podcast. Nicole and Damian have been featured on television's Ghosts Off Grid, Buzzfeed, Yahoo, Fox, Den of Geek, and more, as well as paranormal fests across the country, showcasing their haunted museum road show and their unique approach to the paranormal.
Thom Reed
Thom Reed - Berkshires UFO
1st UFO incident officially archived into U.S. history as historically true.
​Reed is known for making a form of UFO History. His family's September 1, 1969 Off-World incident became the first to be officially inducted into the United States as Historically True, by historians and the office of the Governor. The State induction graced the front page of the Boston Globe and was covered live by ABC News NY. His, Thom Reed - UFO Monument Park is located on Covered Bridge Ln Sheffield, MA. 01230. A popular filming location for shows: Ancient Aliens, Unsolved Mysteries, Netflix, Travel Channel, Yes Theory, and New England
Geraldine Sutton Stith
UFO Author, Researcher and Lecturer
Geraldine Sutton Stith was born in the small community of Kelly, Kentucky, a place now famous for its 1955 alien encounter. This event has played a significant role in her life, as her father, grandmother, and several aunts and uncles were involved. Considered by many ufologists to be the granddaddy of UFO encounters, it inspired Stith to write two books, *Alien Legacy* and *The Kelly Green Men*, and more recently a third, *Hopkinsville Goblins: The Story of the Kelly Green Men*.
David Eller
Cryptozoologist, Bigfoot Feild Researcher, Author, and Investigator
David Eller is a cryptozoologist and Bigfoot field researcher based in Nashville, Tennessee. Fascinated by Bigfoot, other cryptids, and unexplained phenomena since the age of eight, he has spent over 30 years hunting in the field and conducting research. He is also the founder and lead investigator of P.U.R.S.U.E. – the Paranormal Unit for the Research and Study of Unexplained Events.
Miranda Young
Investigator, Co-Owner of "The Historic Scott County Jail", and Founder of "Ghost Biker Explorations"
Miranda Young was raised in the Appalachian Mountains of East Tennessee, in the small rural town of Robbins. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications with a focus on Journalism and Advertising. Her career spans 21 years as a director in...
Eric Freeman Sims
Author, Researcher, Investigator
and owner of The Knight House
Eric Freeman Sims has been exploring the paranormal for over two decades. His first encounter came at just eight years old, sparking a lifetime surrounded by haunted experiences. From 2020 to 2025, he hosted and produced The Unseen Paranormal Podcast. In 2025, he published his debut book for the Small Town Haunts and Legends series and is already working on two more set to release in 2026. In April 2024, he purchased the historic, haunted Knight House in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, opening it to the public for history tours and paranormal investigations.
The Paranormal Couple
Amy and Shannon
Paranormal Researchers and Investigators
“Pat Fitzhugh is a renowned author, researcher, and storyteller whose 47-year exploration of the “Bell Witch” case has made him a leading authority on one of America’s most enduring paranormal mysteries. His work combines meticulous historical research with critical analysis, preserving the rich folklore of the American South for future generations...
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