Will Paranormal Teams Ever Learn?

By Chris Baricko

I wrote a blog a while ago about how some teams and groups do not take the paranormal seriously.

In the last few months is has gotten even worse and people are wondering why it's don't get taken seriously anymore.

Lets start with stupid photos of the group on investigations. I have seen so many lately it is unreal. A few of groups are taking photos posing in a client's house with childish faces and just plain dumb. I said that is very unprofessional and not a good idea. Some people got upset and said so what. Well I did say you never know who the client is or knows. I got a call from a client asking for our help as they were not happy with the previous group who came out.

Here is what they told me. It has been over a month and the group has yet to get back to them with anything. So they decided to look at there home security system from the date the group was there. Well guess what. They seen them acting foolish, Taking  photos of themselves and on their phones during the investigation. They looked at the group's Facebook page and noticed the group was posting updates of the investigation. This got them upset. They also noticed the group posted they were doing an investigation. They did not say where just they were. They asked me was this common.?

Here was my reply. We never post anywhere when we have or are going on a investigation. Some groups feel there is a need. I call it the look at us we do go on investigations. The reason we do not is that most clients want to be discreet. I said unless we are at a public location we will not post any updates on Facebook, as once again there is no reason. As far as photos we will only take one of a team member if they say they feel something around them. We will not do any poses.  There are also groups or people new to the field who think they know more than they do cause they watch TV. In my opinion if you have under 10 years in the field you're new. If a group or person shows up with a duffle bag and limited equipment start asking questions.

The more respected groups will show up with cases of equipment and a table to place the equipment on. She told me they had very little equipment but told her they been around. There is nothing wrong with not having everything as we all know it costs money. But if they been around as long as they claim they should have everything other groups do.

And if they start telling you right away they think something evil or demonic is there, just ask them to leave. It is so rare I only ran into it once in over 25 years. It just seems to be the in thing today to call everything evil.

They brought up some very valid questions. How did they have time to keep posting on Facebook but not get back to them? What was the reason to take photos?

The groups or people who think it is ok to be childish at investigations reflects on us all. I am not saying there is anything wrong with having a good time or joking around on investigations, but keep it amongst the team--and off Facebook. There is no reason or room for it at a private home. It should not take longer than 2 weeks to get back client period. We have a 1 week policy.

This is just advice but when groups stop getting calls from private homes for investigations and public locations don't answer them back don't wonder why.  I am not telling anyone how to act or do there investigations but when things dry up you will only have your self's to blame. There is enough drama in this field already we do not need groups acting  kids adding to it.

There are many groups doing great things, respectable things. Helping to raise money for great causes that is great. We need more groups like that rather than the other.

Issue 152 – Ryan Buell Digs for Gold/Chip Coffey Gets the Shaft!

By Kirby Robinson

Back in 2008 when the big social media site was MySpace, I warned Mr. Coffey that at some point Mr. Buell would use him just as he had used the clients featured on his program, Paranormal State. In response, he laughed his head off, claiming that it would never happen. Unfortunately for Mr. Coffey, it has.

I'd like to share these two videos:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l-dX3yFkLVE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=guC_PawD2Gs

You see folks, Ryan and his team have done this in the past…they sell tickets for an event but there either is no event and no refund is ever issued because it's not canceled but postponed indefinitely. Let's not forget that Chip refuses to do anything unless some green [and in most cases lots of green] is part of the deal.

On April 17, Ryan, or somebody that works for him, posted this on Facebook:

If you haven't already heard, Chip Coffey and I are teaming up for our first major appearance in almost 5 YEARS. And man, do we have a show for you! After some serious consideration, I've decided to open up about certain encounters that I found too terrifying and/or personal to share. Plus, we are going to share with you what really happened during some of our most famous "Paranormal State" cases, in greater detail than ever before. This isn't an advertising gimmick nor is this just another lecture. This will be our most intimate and intense appearance to date. For those of you attending, you'll understand! TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW. GOLD & SILVER VIP PASSES ARE NEARLY SOLD OUT! Cities are: DALLAS, BOSTON, CHICAGO, SEATTLE, SAN DIEGO and PHOENIX! Help us spread the word! See you there:

Talk about living in the past! Is Paranormal State the only thing that Ryan and crew can talk about? I bet the old cow of Paranormal State cries out, "Please don't milk me again, my tits are too sore and dried up!"

Seems like the brain dead fans of Ryan, those who buy into his lies, refuse to wise up and see the truth. Chip doesn't care because he wants mo' money.

However, something took place between April 17 and April 22 because Chip posted this on his page:

It is with huge regret that I must announce that due to circumstances completely beyond my control, I will not be a part of the Conversations with the Dead tour that was slated to begin on April 25.

Please be advised that I have not collected any money, had access to any money and will not receive any money from Conversations With the Dead ticket sales. PRS is managing this tour. If you have any questions or concerns, you may reach out to PRS by contacting them at events@parafieldtrip.com .

I sincerely apologize for any inconvenience or problems that may arise from my withdrawal from the tour.

What we've been told is that no green was flowing Chip's way. No expense money—nothing. Pretty odd when PRS claims that the tour is almost sold out.!

This leaves Chip's fans holding the bag, as they can't get a refund unless the event is canceled and PRS has already spent their money. Anyone affiliated with PRS can't tell the truth as this was posted on Ryan's page:

Hey everyone,

As some of you may have heard, Chip Coffey announced that he is unable to attend the Conversations With The Dead tour at this time. We love Chip and hope to do something special with him in the future. In the meantime, we will be emailing attendees with details on how the tour will continue.

Tomorrow, we will be announcing new speakers who will team up with us to deliver the best tour possible. We are happy to announce that Michelle Belanger will co-host some of the dates with yours truly. We are also in talks with other special cast members of "Paranormal State" who will reunite with us for some of the other locations.

Updates will be sent tomorrow and our staff will make themselves available to handle any questions or concerns you may have. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and we will do everything in our power to make this worthwhile for all those who wish to attend!

Thank you for your patience and talk soon!
Ryan Buell

According to the private forums and sites that fans of PRS with IQ's of less than 50 gather to spew hatred towards anyone who is anti-Ryan/PRS, the tone is less than kind. They claim that PRS has informed them that it's all Chip's fault and the things they are saying about Chip and his personal life are very shocking indeed.

Guess the adage is right—if you lie down with dogs, you get up with fleas. 

Here is a copy of the fourth comment posted on  this entry. It's added here so that you don't have to scroll down:
"I paid $150 to join the PRS Coummnity..I only have borrow time and going to Dallas was a Bucket List for me..One Gold ticket two Silver money is gone ...my best friend flew from NJ to Louisiana....the day we are leaving for Texas...2:00am we receive a message the tour cancel...All I can say is Shame on you Ryan...your Judgement will be with God!"

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How NOT to Vent on Facebook...(Avoiding a Scheme)‏

By Reverend Mark Hunnemann

Psalms 73

A psalm of Asaph.

1 Surely God is good to Israel, to those who are pure in heart.
2 But as for me, my feet had almost slipped; I had nearly lost my foothold.
3 For I envied the arrogant when I saw the prosperity of the wicked.
4 They have no struggles; their bodies are healthy and strong.
5 They are free from common human burdens; they are not plagued by human ills.
6 Therefore pride is their necklace; they clothe themselves with violence.
7 From their callous hearts comes iniquity; their evil imaginations have no limits.
8 They scoff, and speak with malice; with arrogance they threaten oppression.
9 Their mouths lay claim to heaven, and their tongues take possession of the earth.
10 Therefore their people turn to them and drink up waters in abundance.
11 They say, "How would God know? Does the Most High know anything?"
12 This is what the wicked are like-always free of care, they go on amassing wealth.
13 Surely in vain I have kept my heart pure and have washed my hands in innocence.
14 All day long I have been afflicted, and every morning brings new punishments.
15 If I had spoken out like that, I would have betrayed your children.
16 When I tried to understand all this, it troubled me deeply
17 till I entered the sanctuary of God; then I understood their final destiny.
18 Surely you place them on slippery ground; you cast them down to ruin.
19 How suddenly are they destroyed, completely swept away by terrors!
20 They are like a dream when one awakes; when you arise, Lord, you will despise them as fantasies.
21 When my heart was grieved and my spirit embittered,
22 I was senseless and ignorant; I was a brute beast before you.
23 Yet I am always with you; you hold me by my right hand.
24 You guide me with your counsel, and afterward you will take me into glory.
25 Whom have I in heaven but you? And earth has nothing I desire besides you.
26 My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.
27 Those who are far from you will perish; you destroy all who are unfaithful to you.
28 But as for me, it is good to be near God. I have made the Sovereign Lord my refuge; I will tell of all your deeds.


This may seem like an odd topic, but I have observed that frequently our grousing on Facebook (or any public forum) breaks a cardinal principle of Scripture. One person (who shall remain anonymous) has a powerful ministry within the paranormal community...he is a godly and very experienced and competent man. However, every other month he "quits" publicly on FB, citing all kinds of issues and complaints. A day or two later, he is back on as if nothing had happened. But something HAD happened--he had dishonored God and caused people to stumble.

I chose Psalm 73 because the psalmist gives full vent to deep discouragement--he holds nothing back. In doing so, he gives us an inspired model of how to complain to God. The Lord knows our feelings--and feelings are feelings are feelings. They often come upon us unbidden, especially when we are discouraged. I have long believed that discouragement is Satan's most often used weapon in large arsenal. Face it, we DO get or feel discouraged at times--all of us. I certainly do.

Please note verse 15, "If I had said, 'I will speak thus', I would have betrayed the generation of your children." In other words, the psalmist realized that if he PUBLICLY gave full vent to how he was feeling, then he was certain to cause others to stumble. Please don't misunderstand me--we are invited to be brutally honest with the Lord regarding our struggles. And it is often encouraging to read that others struggle too...we are not alone. But, when it gets really bad, then we must exercise caution in what we say in public. Have you ever said anything on FB and later wished you hadn't?

We give the devil a royal boost when we "let it rip" in public, because the folks who read it may be scandalized, confused, or who knows what else. It seems that, for some folks, Facebook has become a public confessional of their  problems and discouragement.

I wish we had the time to go through the entire psalm, but the realization that he was responsible for how his venting affected others, was a key turning point--along with  a fresh perspective of the dual destinies of mankind.This is another scheme of Satan that we must avoid for the glory of God, and the welfare of others.Please think before you say something, especially in public. God bless you...

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Paranormal Groups & Facebook

By Chris Baricko

This blog is about my personal opinion regarding groups who feel the need to post on Facebook every time they are going on an investigation.

I have been investigating the paranormal for over 25 years and not once have a ever felt the need to post when I was going on an investigation. There is one group I see post every single time they go on an investigation. That's not the worst of it. They take group photos of themselves in a clients' home making dumb and childish faces. REALLY?  How much  more childish and unprofessional can you get? Then they posted they were still doing reviews from March.

Again really? Most groups get back to the client in a week. They called you for help not to wait for months. I posted about this on Facebook and got mixed reactions. Some agreed with me some did not. One person felt the need to write an essay about why it was okay. They even felt the need to try and attack me by bringing in another group's name who I know and have spoken with. This person I also invited on many investigations but they always had an excuse on why they could not make it. So They are one of what I call wannabe investigators.

What people do not think about is the legal trouble. Unless you have something in writing from the client saying you can release anything, you're opening yourself up to a can of worms.

I had another person ask me why do I care what others do? Well, after all the years it is disgusting how many groups out there are a joke. They do not know what type of harm they can cause a family. Then another said I only post bashing others. No I post advice basically saying grow up.

Then she said it's not sportsmanship. I never knew paranormal was a sport? These are the people who need to pack it up and stay away from clients.

Reputation is everything. So to the groups who feel you need to post every time you go on an investigation and then take dumb photos at clients' houses, when the hammer falls I will be the one laughing.

Bad Bad Thing Award Goes to Psychic Chip Coffey for Dishonoring Sandra Lynn Sparks

By Kirby Robinson

Chip Coffey [YET AGAIN!]
for dishonoring Moderator Sandra Lynn Sparks

I've had my run-ins with Sandra Lynn Sparks over the years, but when I see someone do something wrong I have to point it out. Chip Coffey wronged her after years of dedication and service by dumping her along the side of life's highway. He left her with eyes full of dust and nostrils snorting gas fumes. And that's a bad bad thing.

It seems that a few weeks ago, Sandra was doing her job and logging onto Chip Coffey's Message Board to perform her duties as lead moderator. After repeated attempts to log in, she wasn't able to. Fearing the site had been hacked, she found out a few moments later that it had been removed by Mr. Coffey. He never informed her that he was about to do this. So after years of faithful service, what does Ms. Sparks get? Not a thank you, not a kiss on the cheek, not even a dozen plastic roses and a Whitman's Sampler!

http://psychicsensibility.blogspot.com/

Why?

- It was well-visited.

- 1750 out of the 2000 threads either were visited or had comments on them in 2013.

- Is Mr. Coffey cleaning house? He failed to appear at his old pal Babs' Through the Veil event this year, which is the first time he's missed it.

- Is it due to the dearth of posts on the Facebook pages dedicated to the now defunct Psychic Kids show? Even the one run by Sparks called Psychic Kids Afterword but now changed to Psychic Sensibility?

We think this event had something to do with it a mother who sought help for her missing child [later found dead] and received nothing.

But, the good news is that now Ms. Sparks can devote her time to posting grass dancing videos in order to entertain her fans.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BHMB1lqMwgI

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Bad Bad Thing Award Goes to TV Evangelist Joseph Prince

By Kirby Robinson

Joseph Prince,
TV Evangelist

It seems that fake teachers and preachers on TV and off have really fallen off the deep end with the current crazy teaching that if you’re Christian you’re also Jewish. This is totally crazy. What Christians should do is double their efforts to convert Jews to accept Christ as their Savior and Messiah. Had the Jews done this when Christ was walking the earth, Millennial Reign would have started back then.

So few pastors really have very little faith in the power of the blood of Christ -- and even less understanding in the message of the cross.

For example, many churches across this nation don’t have services that teach the message of Christ -- people could be healed, demons cast out and maybe a few of the dead could be brought back. Apparently, having a Super Bowl party is much more important.

Not sure if Pentecostal Preacher Joseph Prince is planning to join in, as he might be busy thinking up even more wacky teachings. Below are some of the ridiculous “teachings” he’s promoting:

1 There was no sand on earth until Abraham was born.

2 If you accept Christ you become Jewish in not only your spiritual walk but you will be a Jew.

3 If you could count all the grains of sand on the earth that would equal the total number of Jews/Christians that will be on the face of earth for all time.

4 If a Jew starts a business it won’t fail.

5 The reason that Facebook is so great is due to a Jew, Mark Zuckerberg, starting it.

Now this isn’t the same teaching but he did say this in a different teaching:

According to Joseph Prince, once you accept Christ there is no sin in the world. When you accept Christ, you don’t have to confess that you are a sinner, because Christ washes your sins away.

Joseph Prince is a Word of Faith teacher, but he’s also a member of the so-called Grace Movement on steroids. He teaches that it’s okay to keep on sinning after we accept Christ because at some point Christ will help us address our sins and if He doesn’t, then you can just go on sinning.  

He recently taught that we have to become like slaves and that at some point like those slaves in the time of Exodus, you’ll be going to Egypt to help build public buildings. Additionally, you’ll have to wander in the desert for 40 years. Looks like you’ll be like a doomsday prepper, so start stocking up on your food, water and sunscreen. This continues in his ridiculous teaching that tries to lump Jew and Gentile together.

Here are some links that will show you what sort of a bad pastor he is. And for that reason, Joseph Prince receives the Bad Bad Thing Award.

Basic information on this cult leader:

http://www.forgottenword.org/joseph-prince.html

More in-depth:

http://www.experienceproject.com/stories/Am-Christian/2420727

Great video on his teachings

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8tsjcGFI_B0

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