When I came across the Ghost Hunting Housewives, my first thought was, “Wow, that’s a real catchy name for a paranormal team.” That thought was immediately followed by, “How cool! I’m interested in how they got into this!” In addition to being the most interesting paranormal team in the world, they are also super nice and got back to me immediately when I asked if they’d like to be featured on The Phil Factor.
The Ghost Hunting Housewives are Carol Windham and Crystal Hill and they’ve been best friends for over 20 years. Let’s find out more about them:
TPF: When you created your team name, did you realize that it’s the catchiest paranormal team name out there?
Carol & Crystal: When we came up with our team name, we were aiming for something that would stick in your memory and shout out our love for all things paranormal. We’re a group of housewives, juggling home life like pros, but still making time for our passion. We’re thrilled to hear you find it’s catchy! It’s like our way of saying, “Hey, ghosts and ghouls, we’re here, and we mean business… while also managing the chaos of daily life!”
TPF: What has been the most rewarding part of being paranormal investigators?
Crystal & Carol: One of the absolute best things about being paranormal investigators is being able to help people find answers and some peace of mind. When we can show them evidence or offer explanations for those spooky occurrences, it’s like lifting a weight off their shoulders. Seeing that relief and reassurance on their faces after a bout of uncertainty or fear is what makes our job truly rewarding.
TPF: Do you limit your investigations to possible ghosts, or do you work in other paranormal specialties?
Carol & Crystal: While our primary focus is investigating possible ghosts and hauntings. We love digging into the history of a location to uncover more about its ghostly past. But hey, we’re not ones to shy away from a good adventure—bring on the Bigfoot hunts! We got inspired by our favorite paranormal investigator, Jack Osbourne, especially that episode where he went on the search for Bigfoot. We thought, “Why not? That sounds like a blast!” Who knows, maybe our next investigation will involve more than just ghosts – the wild world of Bigfoot might be calling!
TPF: As someone who appreciates a good Bigfoot sighting and has recently interviewed a Bigfoot expert, I love that you’re open to Bigfoot adventures. I bet that in your neck of the woods there are a lot of Bigfoot sightings. What has been the scariest thing that has occurred during one of your investigations?
Crystal & Carol: One of the scariest moments from our investigations happened at Pauly Jail.
Picture this: A late-night session, a storm rolling in, and us busy with an EVP (Electronic Voice Phenomena) session upstairs. Out of nowhere, we hear these loud, echoing footsteps marching up the stairs, coming closer and closer, and then suddenly, silence. It was like someone—or something—decided to pay us a visit. We went to check it out, but there was no one around. Guess a curious ghost wanted to join in on the investigation fun!
TPF: What’s been the funniest thing that has ever happened during an investigation?
Carol & Crystal: We were deep in the woods during one of our investigations, cameras rolling, all serious about our ghostly business. And then, out of the blue, here comes this dog, full-speed ahead! Cameras everywhere, recording everything, and none of us saw it coming. We all practically jumped out of our skin because, well, unexpected canine companions aren’t usually part of the paranormal package. It was a hilarious moment that caught us totally off guard!
TPF: Would you be interested in having your own paranormal show if a network approached you? (I’m just putting this out there in the universe to help it manifest)
Crystal & Carol: We are definitely open to the idea of having our own paranormal show if a network approached us. It would be a fantastic opportunity to share our investigations, evidence, and experiences with a wider audience.
TPF: Could you tell my readers more about your mission to save historical properties?
Carol & Crystal: We hold a deep appreciation for historical properties and the narratives they encapsulate. Our mission goes beyond exploring potential hauntings; we’re dedicated to playing a role in the preservation and restoration of these historical sites. We organize events to raise funds, contributing to various projects. Additionally, we conduct raffles at the paracons we attend, and the proceeds go towards supporting these projects. We often invite friends to join us during investigations, encouraging voluntary donations for these initiatives. It’s important to emphasize that contributing is entirely voluntary. We hope that we can raise awareness and foster enthusiasm for supporting the maintenance of these historical wonders.
TPF: If one of my readers were interested in having you do an investigation of their home, what part of the country do you work in?
Crystal & Carol: We are based in Louisiana and Alabama, but we are willing to travel anywhere for investigations in the USA, as long as we have enough time to get our affairs in order. If your readers are interested, they can contact us to discuss the possibility of investigating their home or location anytime, and free of charge. Our email is: ghosthuntinghousewives505@gmail.com
TPF: Thanks so much Carol and Crystal! Thank you for your time and insights. I certainly hope you get that TV series! I think you two would be great! For my readers who want to find them on the socials, just look for Ghost Hunting Housewives everywhere! From the YouTube link above you can subscribe to them there and here’s their FB: https://www.facebook.com/ghosthuntinghousewives .
Thanks for reading and keep it spooky! ~Phil
