Ep 11. Winchester House/ Queen Mary

The Winchester House/Queen Mary episode of Ghost Hunters season 2 takes the team to two iconic locations, both with reputations for being haunted. In the first half of the episode, the team heads to the infamous Winchester Mystery House in San Jose, California. Built by rifle heiress Sarah Winchester in the late 1800s, the sprawling mansion has over 160 rooms, numerous staircases that lead to nowhere, and hidden passageways that make navigation a challenge. Building stopped only at Winchester's death, which added to the air of mystery and speculation that surrounds the home.

As they begin their investigation, the team quickly learns just how tricky the house's layout can be. They attempt to debunk a claim that a closet door opens and closes on its own, but they can't find any evidence of paranormal activity. Their investigation takes them to other parts of the house, where they use a variety of devices to try to detect any spirits. They employ thermal cameras to try to pick up on any temperature fluctuations and EVP (electronic voice phenomena) recorders to try to capture any auditory evidence of ghostly activity.

At one point, the team splits up to cover more ground. One group heads to the basement, where they believe they hear footsteps. They try to communicate with whatever might be making the noise, using a device that generates white noise and allows spirits to manipulate it to form words. The other group climbs one of the home's many staircases, rumored to be haunted by Sarah Winchester herself. They have their own experiences, including hearing unexplained voices and footsteps.

In the second half of the episode, the team travels to Long Beach, California to investigate the Queen Mary, a former ocean liner that has been converted into a luxury hotel. The ship has a long and storied history, including serving as a troopship during World War II. It's also well-known for being haunted, with numerous stories of ghostly sightings and strange occurrences. The team is joined by a psychic medium, who helps them navigate the ship and communicate with any spirits that may be present.

The investigation takes the team to several areas of the ship, including the pool area, where they set up a device that measures electromagnetic energy. They also try communicating with any spirits by asking questions and listening for responses on their EVP recorders. Later, they explore the engine room, where stories of a ghostly presence are particularly strong. One team member is unnerved when they believe they see a shadowy figure, but they can't find any physical evidence to back up their claim.

Throughout the episode, the team maintains a level of skepticism and tries to debunk claims whenever possible. They're quick to point out that not everything they experience is necessarily paranormal, but they can't deny that both the Winchester House and Queen Mary have an eerie atmosphere that suggests something otherworldly may be at play. They approach their investigation with a mix of scientific rigor and an open mind, hoping to uncover any evidence that might help explain the unexplained.