Ep 18. The Ghost of the West

The show American Pickers follows the adventures of antique and collectible hunters, Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz as they travel across the United States searching for rare and unique items in old barns, garages, and homes. It's season 20 episode 18, and the episode is titled "The Ghost of the West."

In this episode, Mike and Frank continue their hunt for valuable antiques as they head west to New Mexico. The two are on the lookout for items that have historical significance and great stories. They make their way to the town of Las Vegas, New Mexico, and start their search for hidden gems.

As they go through the dusty back roads and small towns of New Mexico, they stumble upon a historic hotel called the Plaza Hotel in Las Vegas, which is reportedly haunted by a ghost. The ghost is believed to be the spirit of a woman who died in the hotel many years ago. This fascinates the pickers, and they decide to investigate further.

Mike and Frank meet with the hotel's owner, who shares with them the stories of the haunting. They learn about the woman's death and how she still haunts the hotel's halls. The pickers are intrigued and excited to see if they could find certain items that are linked to the woman and her story.

Their first stop is a barn outside of Las Vegas, where they meet a collector of Western memorabilia. He has an extensive collection of artifacts that he's collected over the years, including a rare cowboy hat worn by a famous rodeo cowboy. Frank and Mike are impressed with the extensive collection, and the collector is happy to make a deal.

Next, they head to a farm where they meet a family that has been living in the area for years. The family has inherited a lot of old items from their ancestors, including a vintage motorcycle that belonged to their great-grandfather. Mike is thrilled and eager to add the motorcycle to his collection, and after some negotiating, they strike a deal.

Later on, the pickers make their way to a small antique store in downtown Las Vegas. They meet with the owner, who has a collection of old-fashioned telephones and an antique piano. Mike and Frank are happy to have found such unique items and begin bargaining with the owner.

As the day comes to an end, the pickers decide to head back to the Plaza Hotel in Las Vegas to investigate the haunting. They meet with the hotel's staff and learned that they had been experiencing some strange occurrences, including mysterious noises, EVP (Electronic Voice Phenomena), and objects moving on their own. Mike and Frank decide to stay the night at the hotel to see if they can capture any evidence of the paranormal activity.

Overall, the episode of "The Ghost of the West" is an exciting journey into the world of antique hunting and paranormal investigation. It's a must-watch for anyone who loves old artifacts, Western history, and ghost stories. The pickers' journey through the dusty roads of New Mexico, their encounters with collectors and antique store owners, and their investigation of the Plaza Hotel's paranormal activity make this a thrilling episode to watch.