In this lively episode of The Malliard Report, Jim Malliard welcomes Tinner, an Oklahoma-based paranormal investigator and humorist known for blending sharp wit with firsthand experience. From bizarre Bigfoot “evidence” and psychic hotlines to late-night calls from terrified clients, Tinner’s stories remind us that the paranormal field is as much about people as it is about ghosts.
The conversation kicks off with a comedic look at the Psychic Friends Hotline, and spirals into a candid exploration of belief, absurdity, and why people so desperately want to feel seen and understood — even by the supernatural. Tinner’s mix of sarcasm and sincerity brings levity to the field, while Jim’s grounded curiosity keeps the discussion anchored.
They move through topics like fake TV ghost hunts, “Bigfoot beer thieves,” and how paranormal investigators become unexpected therapists. Tinner’s storytelling paints vivid pictures — from militia compounds with razor wire to Walmart checkout confessions — showing the strange cross-section of humanity that paranormal researchers encounter.
But beneath the laughter, the episode reveals something deeper: empathy for people who are scared, lonely, or just trying to make sense of what’s unexplainable. As always, Jim Malliard asks thoughtful, human-centered questions — balancing skepticism with respect for experience.
By the end, the conversation circles back to humility, humor, and the weird truth that sometimes, the wildest part of the paranormal is simply people being people. Another classic episode where the paranormal meets Pennsylvania grit.
00:00 — Jim opens the show with shoutouts to italkparanormal.com and introduces his guest, Tinner.
05:00 — Tinner explains her name, motherhood, and humor about keeping her ex-husband’s last name “because it didn’t cheat on me.”
10:00 — The two dive into the rebirth of the Psychic Friends Hotline and the comedy of “exclusive” psychic subscriptions.
15:00 — A hilarious riff on making a “doom hotline” — half predictions, half Zeppelin.
20:00 — Discussion of Paranormal State and ghost-hunting TV’s scripted realities.
25:00 — Tinner’s story of a Bigfoot case gone wrong — involving beer, red coolers, and armed Oklahomans convinced of sasquatch theft.
35:00 — The aftermath: finding the cooler, discovering it was tied to a trotline — and why she refuses Bigfoot cases now.
40:00 — Jim and Tinner swap stories about “crazy Walmart encounters” and public oversharing.
50:00 — A detour into tattoos, solo investigating, and why group titles are overrated.
55:00 — Real talk: 3 a.m. calls from frightened parents and the responsibility that comes with taking them seriously.
01:05:00 — Parenting, fear, and empathy in the paranormal — helping people who just need someone to believe them.
01:10:00 — Closing thoughts: humor, forgiveness, and why Dr. Phil won’t be on The Malliard Report anytime soon.
“I like to feed stupid. It’s one of my hobbies.” — Tinner
“Sometimes the scariest thing in the paranormal is people who forget where they left their beer.” — Jim Malliard
“When something’s bothering your kid, you’ll do anything to fix it — even if it means calling a ghost hunter.” — Tinner
“We’d be more famous if we just towed the line. But we chose radio. We wanted to be heard.” — Jim Malliard
“Sometimes it’s better to forget. Sometimes it’s better to laugh.” — Tinner
