The Bert Show Episode Summary
Episode Title: Vault: What's Haunting This Police Department? Ghost Hunters Found Out
Date: May 6, 2026
Overview
This episode of The Bert Show dives into an investigation at the Holly Springs Police Department, where unexplained paranormal activity has both spooked staff and piqued public curiosity. Andy from Atlanta Ghost Hunters joins the conversation, sharing new audio evidence, recounting chilling experiences, and offering insight into the methods and mindset of ghost hunting. Local staff, including Gina from the Police Department, detail their own encounters, and listeners call in with related stories and questions.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Who Are The Atlanta Ghost Hunters?
- Andy introduces his team as "skeptics first," aiming not to prove, but to logically explain mysterious events (00:24).
- Their investigative process:
- Use video and audio equipment, with a focus on capturing EVPs (Electronic Voice Phenomena)
- Often debunk events, but sometimes audio reveals responses clearly tied to investigators' questions (00:40).
- Memorable Quote:
"We're skeptics. We don't go into a location necessarily trying to prove that a property is haunted. We try and logically explain things...but our audio equipment tends to pick up what's known as an EVP."
— Andy (00:24)
2. The Haunted Club Compound Teaser
- Andy teases a recent, terrifying investigation at Atlanta's Compound club, calling it "the most wicked place" he's ever investigated (01:57).
- He reports being physically scratched, hearing chilling audio, and even leaving the scene—something unprecedented in his six years of ghost hunting (02:12).
- Humor & Camaraderie:
- The hosts joke about Andy’s fear, with Andy admitting, "I screamed like a B, baby girl, last night" (01:57), and,
"I'm way more afraid of living people than I am dead. I was freaked out last night. I had. I was done."
— Andy (02:32)
3. Unsettling Activity at Holly Springs Police Department
- Gina, the court clerk, gives firsthand testimony. Officers have repeatedly reported:
- Footsteps in empty corridors
- Male voices (often two at a time), occasionally a female scream
- Doors opening/closing on their own, even those held by weights (03:37)
- Gina describes her own experiences:
"I have never heard voices, but I have actually left my office because I've thought that there's someone in the office down the hall...and that's usually when I pack up and leave."
— Gina (04:36)
4. The Ghost Hunt: Findings & EVPs
- Physical events:
- In the women’s locker room, something was audibly thrown in the bathroom, but no physical object could be found (05:15).
- "It was definitely a distinct sound coming from the bathroom area..."
— Andy (05:50)
- Strange movement:
- Noises seemed to move through the conference/training rooms as Andy switched locations (05:47–06:36).
- Building history:
- Despite a new facade, the building is old and the site of a fatal car accident, possibly tied to the hauntings (06:52).
- A deceased individual involved in the accident had prior run-ins with law enforcement.
- Audio Evidence (EVPs):
- "Go, Zach!" (08:25)
- Clearly heard name; no current or past employee named Zach confirmed by Gina.
- The hosts and callers debate if the word might be "Prozak" or "Frozak," injecting skepticism and comic relief (13:04).
- "Hey, they’re here. Go." (09:04)
- Suggests an awareness of the investigators’ presence.
- Host & Caller reaction:
"That freaks me out is when the ghosts are like, oh, the others are here..." (09:43)
- "Screw all of them." (10:06)
- Captured while the team was packing up—possibly a disgruntled spirit with animosity toward law enforcement.
5. Staff & Listener Reactions
- Gina admits she’s "a big chicken" and the ghostly evidence makes her reconsider working nights (05:09, 11:22).
- Hosts suggest asking former staff about the name "Zach" (11:29).
- Andy stresses that spirits are not necessarily confined to one place and can follow objects, people, or just wander (12:00).
- The segment concludes with hosts joking about using ghosts as a crime deterrent and thanking Gina for her courage and participation (12:35–12:49).
6. Listener Calls & Broader Haunting Questions
- A local caller describes his 11-month-old daughter screaming and staring at a corner in their new home, seeking advice (13:16).
- Andy’s reassuring response:
"I don't think there's anything to be scared about in any of these hauntings other than last night...normally there's really nothing to be afraid of."
— Andy (13:45)
- Advises listeners to "set ground rules" for spirits, just as you would for a child or pet.
- Notes that "new" homes can still be haunted due to the land or objects, not just the building age (14:28).
- Another listener is creeped out living near the police department; hosts jokingly suggest taking cookies to the officers and watching out for Zach (15:41–15:48).
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- On Personal Fear:
"I screamed like a B, baby girl, last night. I was scratched on my arm...I had two claw marks going down my arm."
— Andy (01:57)
- On Haunted Workspaces:
"I've actually left my office because I've thought that there's someone in the office down the hall, and there's nobody there. That's usually when I pack up and leave."
— Gina (04:36)
- On Setting Boundaries with Ghosts:
"You really, I tell our clients pretty much you got to treat them like a kid or a dog and basically set the ground rules."
— Andy (14:28)
Important Timestamps
- 00:24: Andy introduces Atlanta Ghost Hunters’ skeptical approach
- 01:57: Andy recounts terrifying experience at Club Compound
- 03:37: Gina details reports of paranormal activity at the police station
- 05:15: Incident in the women’s locker room (object thrown, no source)
- 08:25: Playback and discussion of "Go, Zach!" EVP
- 09:04: Playback and discussion of "Hey, they’re here. Go." EVP
- 10:06: Playback and discussion of "Screw all of them." EVP
- 13:16: Caller asks if his baby’s behavior is paranormal; Andy responds
Tone & Style
The episode balances spooky and comedic elements: the Bert Show cast’s humor lightens the serious, almost unnerving ghost stories; Andy’s candor and rational approach grounds the discussion; Gina’s sincerity underscores the genuine impact of these experiences on staff.
Summary in a Nutshell
The Atlanta Ghost Hunters visit Holly Springs Police Department to explore staff claims of eerie happenings, capturing several compelling EVPs and correlating them with the building’s mysterious history. Both staff and listeners express a mix of skepticism, fear, and curiosity, while the show’s signature blend of authenticity and levity keeps things engaging—even for skeptics and new listeners.