Welcome to Small Town Tales Podcast! In this episode titled "Mediumship and Life Balance," I sit down with Psychic Medium, Author and Life Coach Rick Hayes to discuss his life's work, his insights into being a leader and healer through mediumship and how to keep it all in balance!

This episode was recorded a month ago, just before heading off to the Rock Island Paracon discussed in this episode. Recently, I've stepped back to re-evaluate my direction with the paranormal, and after a month of reflection, releasing this show. Rick Hayes, true to his life's calling, talks about real life mediumship, and it's implications in spiritual development, not only for the medium, but for those whose lives a medium can potentially touch.

About Rick Hayes

Recognized as one of the top 25 Psychic Mediums in the U.S and best-selling author. For more than 19 years, Rick continues to share his inspiration and validations. He is a sought after and popular keynote speaker/lecturer in many venues including colleges/spiritual/business sector and well-being conferences. Rick is also the host of the ‘BElieve with Rick Hayes’ podcast available on many podcast platforms including Stitcher, Google Play, Apple, and Spotify. Rick has also appeared on film/television including SYFY Network, Travel Channel, CBS, Sirius Radio Network, and more. As a Life Coach, Rick has assisted many searching for ‘re-balance’ and purpose in life through individual consulting and on the speaking circuit. Rick enjoys his time with family, visiting historic locations, traveling, and embracing the value of life.
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Where to find Rick:

Website: www.lifesgift.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rickhayespsychicmedium

About CL Thomas

C.L. Thomas is a widely traveled fine arts photographer and writer, delving into afterlife research, out-of-body experiences (OBEs), metaphysics, and folklore. She lectures at various events and creates "Spirit" art upon request. C.L. is the author of the haunting memoir "Dancing with Demons" and the acclaimed historical-fiction novel "Speaking to Shadows." Additionally, she is the creator and host of the Small Town Tales Podcast. Her extensive writing includes numerous articles and a blog focusing on legends, folklore magic, and paranormal stories. Currently, she resides in Las Vegas, Nevada, with her beloved Golden Retriever and Maine Coon cat.

CL Thomas Website: www.clthomas.org

Sponsors:

Eerie Expeditions Magazine: www.eerieexpeditionsmagazine.com
Mysterious Adventures Tours: www.mysteriousadventurestours.com

Welcome to Small Town Tales Podcast! In this episode titled "Rooted in Magic: Appalachian Witch Magic with Pat O'Keefe," we explore the mystical traditions of the Appalachian Mountains. Join us as we dive deep into the world of Granny Women, folk magic, and ancient rituals with Pat O'Keefe, a trance medium, psychic, and natural-born witch. Discover the rich history and spiritual practices that have been passed down through generations and learn how these powerful traditions continue to thrive today. Get ready for an enchanting journey into the heart of Appalachian witch magic!

About Pat O'Keefe

Pat Bussard O’Keefe, M.S., is a trance medium, psychic, astral traveler, Tarot reader, Reiki Master, Consulting Hypnotist, Witch, author, and photographer. Coming from a lineage of psychically gifted women known as “Granny Women” in the Appalachian Mountains, Pat was raised in a mystical tradition that included clairvoyance, clairaudience, clairsentience, and psychometry. Guided by an angelic presence, she is also skilled in dream interpretation, palmistry, and astral projection.

Pat trained as a Consulting Hypnotist through the National Guild of Hypnotists (NGH) to help clients connect with their past lives for healing. She is a sought-after speaker on paranormal topics and has presented at prestigious events like the Lily Dale summer program. Pat is the author of nine books on the paranormal and psychic realms, including the Amazon bestseller Appalachian Granny Witch Magick. Her photography has been featured in paranormal-themed publications, and she recently completed The Faerie World Oracle deck.

Committed to giving back, Pat does not accept payment beyond travel expenses for missing persons cases. She holds a Master of Science degree from Old Dominion University and has pursued further studies at Virginia Tech, George Mason University, and Radford University. Pat spent her career as a journalist, journalism instructor, and marketing director at a Virginia state college. She is a member of the International High IQ Society and a part of the coven 3 Appalachian Witches.

Where to find Pat O'Keefe:

Website: www.3appalachianwitches.com

About CL Thomas

C.L. Thomas is a widely traveled fine arts photographer and writer, delving into afterlife research, out-of-body experiences (OBEs), metaphysics, and folklore. She lectures at various events and creates "Spirit" art upon request. C.L. is the author of the haunting memoir "Dancing with Demons" and the acclaimed historical-fiction novel "Speaking to Shadows." Additionally, she is the creator and host of the Small Town Tales Podcast. Her extensive writing includes numerous articles and a blog focusing on legends, folklore magic, and paranormal stories. Currently, she resides in Las Vegas, Nevada, with her beloved Golden Retriever and Maine Coon cat.

CL Thomas Website: www.clthomas.org

Sponsors:
Haunted Rock Island Roadhouse Paracon: www.xtremeticketing.com
OC Paracon: www.ocparacon.com
Eerie Expeditions Magazine: www.eerieexpeditionsmagazine.com
Mysterious Adventures Tours: www.mysteriousadventurestours.com

In this episode of "Small Town Tales Podcast," our guest is journalist and film producer John West, known for his extensive work in the paranormal field. John shared how he began his journey into writing about the paranormal, starting with his early days at Psychic News magazine, the world's longest-running publication dedicated to supernatural phenomena since the 1930s. We dove deep into John's beliefs about the true nature of ghosts and discussed intriguing topics such as the famous magician Uri Geller and his spoon-bending tricks, the chilling story of the Setons and the Curse of the Egyptian Tomb, and the Haunted Royal Homes of Queen Elizabeth II. We also explored the mysterious cases of the Haunting of Holy Trinity, the psychic legacy of Jack the Ripper, the eerie mystery of Jimmy Garlick, and the secrets beyond the work of famed paranormal investigator Harry Price. Tune in for a fascinating conversation that uncovers the mysteries of the supernatural world with John West.

About John West

John West was born in London. He is a film producer, actor, and author of books and articles on history, crime, ghosts, and folklore. His first book on British ghosts - Britain’s Haunted Heritage - was published in November 2019. Two new titles, Britain’s Ghostly Heritage and The Battle of Gainsborough 1643 followed in 2022.

As a journalist, John currently writes for Psychic News and Suffolk and Norfolk Life. His features include celebrity interviews and investigations into famous hauntings from the

UK and beyond. In 2018 John teamed up with the director Jason Figgis. He became a producer/publicist on the film, Simon Marsden: A Life in Pictures, before going on to produce and act in Figgis’ M.R. James-inspired chiller The Ghost of Winifred Meeks. They went on to form Figgis-West, a production company with John co-producing Figgis’ The Grey Man, Clare Island, The Wedding Ring, In Our Day, Mythmaker: George A. Romero, The Black Widow, and Dunkirk 80.

From 2021 to 2023 the team made four documentaries, Maverick, Shirley Baker: A Life Through a Lens, The Life and Work of Colin Wilson, and Love? John wrote the narration for Shirley Baker and contributed material to Colin Wilson. Many more projects are planned between the two, including feature films and documentaries on Dracula and Jack the Ripper.

Where to find John:

Website: www.johnwest.com

About CL Thomas

C.L. Thomas is a widely traveled fine arts photographer and writer, delving into afterlife research, out-of-body experiences (OBEs), metaphysics, and folklore. She lectures at various events and creates "Spirit" art upon request. C.L. is the author of the haunting memoir "Dancing with Demons" and the acclaimed historical-fiction novel "Speaking to Shadows." Additionally, she is the creator and host of the Small Town Tales Podcast. Her extensive writing includes numerous articles and a blog focusing on legends, folklore magic, and paranormal stories. Currently, she resides in Las Vegas, Nevada, with her beloved Golden Retriever and Maine Coon cat.

CL Thomas Website: www.clthomas.org

Sponsors:
Haunted Rock Island Roadhouse Paracon: www.xtremeticketing.com
OC Paracon: www.ocparacon.com
Eerie Expeditions Magazine: www.eerieexpeditionsmagazine.com
Mysterious Adventures Tours: www.mysteriousadventurestours.com