Cody Polston

Cody Polston is an author, historian and ghost investigator. He is the author of multiple books on history and paranormal topics. He was the host and producer of the popular podcast Ecto Radio and a writer for Ghosthunter X magazine. He is one of the founders of the Southwest Ghost Hunter's Association and has been investigating paranormal claims since 1985. In the 1990's several other ghost hunting groups gave him the moniker the "Hitman" due to his involvement in "debunking" several well known haunted locations in Texas. Although the nickname was intended to be a negative insult, Cody adopted the nickname and began using in on his podcasts and other media venues.

La Fonda Hotel, Santa Fe, NM (My opinion on the hauntings)

The murder of Judge Slough is recorded in several newspaper stories. However, this event occurred in 1867 in the Exchange Hotel. The approximate area where the killing took place in the current building is where the lobby newsstand is now.  Many of the ghost stories have incorrectly identified the location of his murder and by proxy, … Read moreLa Fonda Hotel, Santa Fe, NM (My opinion on the hauntings)

Legal Tender Saloon Photos and news article

Ghosts screaming, inexplicable voices and ghosts in the kitchen: in New Mexico’s haunted saloon By Daily Mail Reporter Published: 6:55 AM EDT, Nov 3, 2012 You’d expect to find liquor in a bar, but it’s usually the kind that pour. Patrons of legal tender in Lamy, New Mexico, have long reported some sort of elusive … Read moreLegal Tender Saloon Photos and news article

Belen Harvey House Museum (Ghost Stories)

The Hauntings of Valencia County, Story by Valencia County News-Bulletin | Oct 31, 2019 Call them ghosts or spirits, but they have made their mark in some of Valencia County’s most notable establishments. Many say they’ve seen or heard them, but are they really there? Ronnie Torres had a few paranormal encounters during his time at the … Read moreBelen Harvey House Museum (Ghost Stories)

Live Ghost Hunt & Haunted Adventure at the ABQ Little Theatre (2019)

I will be giving a skeptical lecture on ghost hunting during both times of this event. Come and learn a little about the skeptical side of ghost hunting and paranormal investigations. A live, locked-in, Ghost Hunting Haunted Adventure at the Albuquerque Little Theatre (celebrating & benefiting their 90th Season)! With reported Paranormal Activity, never before has this … Read moreLive Ghost Hunt & Haunted Adventure at the ABQ Little Theatre (2019)

The Albuquerque Little Theatre (Ghost Stories)

In addition to its superstitions, the Little Theatre is supposedly haunted by at least two ghosts. The first is Bernard Thomas, executive director for most of the 1960s and ’70s, affectionately known as “Bernie” at the theater. The second is believed to be Manuel Jaramillo, a custodian and master carpenter. In accordance with his final … Read moreThe Albuquerque Little Theatre (Ghost Stories)

The Albuquerque Little Theatre (History)

The Albuquerque Little Theatre was founded in 1930 by a group of civicminded citizens led by Irene Fisher, a reporter and the society editor for the New Mexico Tribune. The concept of a local theater group was created when Fisher attended a lecture by Kathryn Kennedy O’Connor, a professional actress who moved to New Mexico … Read moreThe Albuquerque Little Theatre (History)

Gunfights and Deaths at the St. James Hotel

At one time gunfights in the saloon were so common the dining room ceiling was reinforced with two layers of wood to prevent guests upstairs from being killed by stray bullets. However, many of the shootings and killings that have taken place over the years have been embellished and in many cases confused. Since Lambert’s Saloon … Read moreGunfights and Deaths at the St. James Hotel

The Paranormal Claims at Los Luceros (with skeptical commentary)

The ghost stories about Los Luceros appeared on a television show that was aired on the Learning Channel in 1998. The show was called “Hauntings in America”. After it aired, the show was eventually put on DVD and was released in 2007. The main house is in really bad shape and it shows in the … Read moreThe Paranormal Claims at Los Luceros (with skeptical commentary)

Double Eagle Restaurant, Mesilla, NM (Witness Accounts)

April, 2002 Danny Villalpondo was finishing setting tables in the Maximillian Room about 11:30 PM. He and manager, Jerry Harrell, were finishing closing the restaurant and were the only ones in the building. It had been a long day for Jerry so he gave the keys to Danny and said to lock up when he … Read moreDouble Eagle Restaurant, Mesilla, NM (Witness Accounts)

Who initially led the Old Norse Pantheon? Tyr vs. Odin as the chief god

Did Odin replace Tyr as the head of the Old Norse pantheon? This is a question that I often hear but never satisfactorily answered. So to answer it, let’s further look into some mythology about why a King would lose a hand. And my conclusion might surprise you.  So let’s start by answering the central … Read moreWho initially led the Old Norse Pantheon? Tyr vs. Odin as the chief god

Casa de Fiesta Restaurant, Old Town Albuquerque (History)

*Update 2019: This location is now called Mercando Plaza Gifts. This historic house is thought to have been built in 1840 by the Zamora family. Originally the exterior was done to look like brick; the more modern work was completed by Florencio L. Chavez after World War 2. At the time of its construction, all … Read moreCasa de Fiesta Restaurant, Old Town Albuquerque (History)