A haunting presence stalks the Four Corners, mimicking voices and thoughts. Stephen’s encounters with the Hollow Echo reveal a terror that’s always learning.

From haunted inns in Santa Fe to an ancient Irish vampire legend, this week’s Dark Canyon Chronicles explores spirits, history, and the stories that won’t rest.

Host Stephen talks with Tessa Thomas-Peterson, Marine Corps veteran and founder of Four Corners Paranormal Investigations and We Are Paradox Media. From growing up in Cortez to building a life in Bayfield, Tessa shares her lifelong encounters with the supernatural, her decision to “come out of the paranormal closet,” and how she now helps others navigate mysterious and frightening experiences in the Four Corners.

Stephen talks with Helen West of Cortez Tours about sunrise hikes, ghost tours, and uncovering the hidden stories of Cortez’s Wild West past.

In this episode, Stephen sits down with Laine Johnson, founder of Horsefly History Tours in Durango, Colorado. A former wildlife biologist and park ranger turned storyteller, Laine shares how she swapped tracking mountain lions for uncovering Durango’s untamed past. From ghost walks and Wild West tales to her spirited BOOze & Bites tours, Laine brings humor, heart, and a true sense of place to her work. Discover Durango’s wild side and learn how history, haunts, and local flavor come together in Horsefly History Tours.

In this episode of Dark Canyon Chronicles, host Steven sits down with ghost tour guide Joe Nelson to explore the haunted history of Durango and Mancos, Colorado. From chilling encounters at the Elks Lodge and Boot Hill Cemetery to eerie happenings in the Reitzman House and a historic schoolhouse, Nelson shares stories that blend mystery, history, and respect for the spirits of the Southwest.