Christopher Laprath, who works as a professional intuitive, is author of Trestle Creek: Things the Dead Fear.

Christopher describes his extraordinary childhood growing up in an abusive household marked by disturbing paranormal phenomena, poltergeist activity, and profound psychic experiences that shaped the course of his life. He reflects on trauma, religious involvement, spiritual awakening, and how these experiences eventually led him toward healing and a deeper understanding of consciousness. In this first of two conversations, Laprath shares the remarkable personal journey recounted in his memoir.

00:00:00 Introduction

00:02:29 Childhood

00:08:59 Trestle Creek

00:15:30 Poltergeist phenomena

00:22:37 Psychic awakening

00:28:55 Religion

00:33:31 Hauntings

00:40:04 Healing

00:45:03 Teacher Barb

00:55:41 Conclusion

(Recorded on Saturday, June 27, 2026)

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Published on August 3, 2026