About the Klinge Brothers
The Original Ghost Brothers – Pioneers in Paranormal Investigation
Brad and Barry Klinge, known as The Klinge Brothers, are internationally recognized paranormal investigators and producers who helped redefine the modern approach to ghost hunting. With a background rooted in science, history, and investigative research, the brothers rose to fame as the creators and stars of “Ghost Lab,” the groundbreaking paranormal reality series that aired on Discovery Channel from 2009 to 2011.
Raised in Texas, the Klinge Brothers grew up with a deep fascination for the unexplained. Rather than chasing shadows, they focused on capturing measurable data, asking big questions, and approaching paranormal phenomena with a blend of technology, skepticism, and curiosity. Their mission: to explore the unknown not through fear or hype, but through focused investigation and logical analysis.
"Ghost Lab" and Breakthroughs in the Field
"Ghost Lab" became one of the most unique paranormal shows of its time. Unlike typical ghost hunting programs, it introduced viewers to innovative experimentation, including environmental manipulation, frequency studies, and real-time data comparison across multiple locations. Filmed out of a custom mobile command center called the Ghost Lab, the series showcased the brothers’ commitment to on-site analysis and experimental thinking.
Their catchphrase, "If it ain’t broke, break it and build it better," perfectly captures their attitude toward traditional ghost hunting methods.
Beyond TV – True Researchers and Educators
The Klinge Brothers continue to travel the world investigating historical and notoriously haunted locations. However, they are highly selective with public events, choosing small, focused investigations over crowded “paranormal tourism.” They emphasize history, education, documentation, and ethical research practices, aiming to move the field away from sensationalism and back to scientific roots.
They’ve lectured at conventions, universities, and ghost conferences, encouraging a more rational, data-supported approach to anomalous research.
The brothers also operate a tour company based in their hometown of Schertz, Texas, offering guests historical tours of Schertz and the surrounding areas. These immersive experiences include the local legends, but they go further by featuring firsthand accounts of investigations they have conducted and showcasing the actual evidence they've captured.
What Sets Them Apart
Over 20 years of experience in active paranormal research.
Founders of Everyday Paranormal, an investigative group focused on cutting-edge techniques and multi-disciplinary study.
Advocates for scientific inquiry in paranormal research rather than relying on folklore or fear.
Authors of three books that look into their origins and what is was like maintaining the balance of scientific research and filming a television program. They also have written about their most baffling supernatural experiences that have defied explanation in story form.
Frequently consult with other researchers, authors, and academics in the anomalistic field.
Known for their down-to-earth, no-nonsense approach, where passion meets professionalism.
They are great storytellers and capture the attention of their audiences.
Founders of The Skeleton Key Society — a movement dedicated to restoring credibility to paranormal research by grounding it in historical context and scientific methodology, cutting through the sensationalism and theatrics fueled by two decades of over-saturated pop culture.
Legacy and Influence
The Klinge Brothers are considered trailblazers who helped bring paranormal research into the modern age. Their work inspired a generation of investigators and shifted the dialogue from superstition to exploration.
Whether in the field, on stage, or behind the scenes developing new projects, Brad and Barry Klinge continue to ask the hard questions that drive the paranormal community forward.