Ghost Nation (TV series)
Paranormal investigators help local researchers nationwide.
Ghost Nation is a paranormal investigation reality show that originally aired on the Travel Channel starting October 11, 2019. It shifted to an exclusive release on discovery+ as of January 16, 2021. The program follows Jason Hawes, Steve Gonsalves, and Dave Tango—all previously part of the *Ghost Hunters* series—as they answer requests from other investigators who have hit obstacles while looking into reportedly haunted sites across the United States.
The trio, who belong to the T.A.P.S. group founded by Hawes, also helped establish the United Paranormal Research Organization (UPRO), which aims to connect smaller local paranormal teams into a larger network. On the show, they apply the same strict methods and much of the equipment used on *Ghost Hunters* to investigate private homes, with the goal of supporting both national and global paranormal researchers. The series was not renewed for a third season; the subsequent return of Hawes, Gonsalves, and Tango to *Ghost Hunters* was a separate development.
Hawes, who also produces *Ghost Nation*, has explained that the show’s purpose differs from *Ghost Hunters*: it focuses on collaborating with local researchers who need help on cases they cannot solve alone, emphasizing a return to fundamentals, authenticity, and genuinely assisting people.
The cast includes Jason Hawes, Steve Gonsalves, Dave Tango, and Shari DeBenedetti (who joined for Season 2). The first season premiered on October 11, 2019, and the series was renewed for a second season on December 11, 2019, which debuted on April 22, 2020.
- field
- Paranormal investigation
- network
- Travel Channel, discovery+
- premiere_date
- October 11, 2019
- starring
- Jason Hawes, Steve Gonsalves, Dave Tango
- seasons
- 2
Lore & Background
The series features Jason Hawes, Steve Gonsalves, and Dave Tango, all members of the paranormal investigation group T.A.P.S., which Hawes founded. They are also founding members of the United Paranormal Research Organization (UPRO), which aims to keep smaller, local organizations connected globally. The show documents their efforts to support fellow researchers through UPRO at a national level, using a strict methodology and technology from T.A.P.S. and Ghost Hunters.
Hawes, who also produces the series, stated the intent differs from Ghost Hunters in that viewers see the team connecting with local researchers who have hit a roadblock on their cases. He described it as 'getting back to basics, keeping it real, and truly helping people.' The series was not renewed for a third season; the subsequent return of Hawes, Gonsalves, and Tango to Ghost Hunters was a separate development.
Reader's Guide
Ghost Nation represents a continuation of the paranormal investigation format popularized by Ghost Hunters, but with a focus on mentorship and collaboration with local investigators. By featuring the T.A.P.S. team working through UPRO, the series emphasized building a national and global network of paranormal researchers. Its significance lies in shifting the narrative from solo investigations to community support, as noted by producer Jason Hawes. The show ran for two seasons, premiering in 2019 and concluding after the team returned to Ghost Hunters. It remains a notable entry in the Travel Channel's paranormal programming lineup.
Did You Know?
- The series premiered on the Travel Channel on October 11, 2019.
- It moved exclusively to discovery+ on January 16, 2021.
- Shari DeBenedetti joined the cast in Season 2.
- The show was not renewed for a third season; the cast's return to Ghost Hunters was a separate development.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ghost Nation (TV series)?
Ghost Nation is a paranormal investigation reality series that premiered on the Travel Channel on October 11, 2019. It follows three former Ghost Hunters members as they step in to assist fellow investigators who have hit dead ends at supposedly haunted locations across the United States.
Who are the main investigators in Ghost Nation (TV series)?
The show features Jason Hawes, Steve Gonsalves, and Dave Tango, all of whom previously appeared on Ghost Hunters. The trio belongs to the T.A.P.S. research group founded by Hawes and also helped establish the United Paranormal Research Organization (UPRO).
How is Ghost Nation (TV series) different from Ghost Hunters?
Rather than taking on haunted-site investigations themselves, the Ghost Nation team responds to requests from other paranormal researchers who have run into problems during their own cases. This consultant-style format distinguishes it from the direct-investigation approach of Ghost Hunters.
Where and when can I watch Ghost Nation (TV series)?
The series originally aired on the Travel Channel beginning October 11, 2019. As of January 16, 2021, it moved to an exclusive streaming release on discovery+.
How many seasons does Ghost Nation (TV series) have?
The show ran for two seasons covering paranormal investigation cases across the United States.
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