Meet Our Team
Kristen Perkins - Founder / Director INsight Paranormal Investigations
As long as I can remember, I’ve been fascinated by the strange, the unique, the odd things that nobody else wanted to talk about. My personal experiences began at a young age and have continued through adulthood, ranging from having brief OBE experiences and a surprise remote viewing episode, to having experiences with spirits in our home. My “pivotal” experience happened in 1994, when my oldest son was an infant. Experiences in the home included flashing lights and electronics, a pen rolling back and forth across the table, personal contact, and culminated in a dresser flying across a bedroom. At this point, I knew I had a decision to make: I needed to either find out more, or pretend nothing had happened. At this point, research resources were slim, and the internet was just really emerging as a research tool. By the time I moved to the Boston area in 2003, this had changed. I researched and found a local team, while at the same time beginning work for an area team known as The Atlantic Paranormal Society (TAPS), working on their online message forum. When I actually finally met the TAPS team, I remember being fascinated that people actually did that sort of research. It was an illuminating moment for me. Upon returning to Oklahoma, I briefly joined an area team, but found frustration in finding one that reflected my personal goals and ideals. To meet that end, two close friends and I founded INsight Paranormal Investigations in 2006, and I have been running this amazing team since. Our efforts have remained to stay committed to a science based form of research, while recognizing that we must include the use of our senses. While we do not utilize psychics or mediums on our investigations, I’m a spiritual person by nature and firmly believe there will come a day when science and metaphysics will recognize they have more in common than first thought, and will see that all of our answers lie in a combination of the two. My efforts within the paranormal community also include my role as the TAPS Family Manger, managing the largest global paranormal network in the world for The Atlantic Paranormal Society. (www.tapsfamily.com). I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, and a Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction, so it is a blessing and honor that part of my paranormal involvement also includes traveling and teaching methods of researching the paranormal for TAPS Institute. To be able to combine my love of the paranormal with my passion for teaching is incredible. This is something I also enjoy doing in my home state of Oklahoma with my team, INsight Paranormal. What an amazing journey this has been so far, and it only proves to be more interesting, and more amazing with each passing day.
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Mark Perkins- Paranormal Investigator \ Photographer
Stephanie Birdwell - Paranormal Investigator
To say my roots run deep in Moore, Oklahoma is an understatement. I was born and raised here, met and married my husband here and, together, we have raised our son here. I graduated from Oklahoma State University with a BS in Elementary Education and have been teaching in Moore Public Schools for 26 years. I’m a cancer survivor, and devote much of my time and effort to supporting and speaking at Relay for Life events. I first became interested in things I couldn’t explain when my young son began having dreams that would foretell events. At first, they were simple things, such as seeing someone crying, and later finding that they had lost a pet. The dreams became more frequent and detailed, until the unexplained sickness and extreme sadness at midnight on September 11, 2001. He awoke that night with unexplained crying, upset to the point that he became physically ill. I kept him home from school the next morning, and watched in horror as the news displayed the terror attacks before our eyes. I knew I had to know more, and began researching a connection between his dreams and the events. As I began to research, I found a world of paranormal information. I waded through the scams, hoaxes and misinformation, and began to find good, quality theories. At this point, my mother shared with me that I, too, had prophetic dreams as a child. She felt it wasn’t good to encourage the dreams, however, and we didn’t discuss them. When I met Kristen Perkins, and learned about her team, INsight Paranormal, my son and I decided to attend one of their events at a haunted theater. We were able to learn investigation methods, and then try them out in the theater afterwards. Shortly after that event, Ethan announced that he was joining a team that was going to be featured on a cable program. A concerned mother, I followed along. This is when I discovered the difference between quality paranormal investigation teams and those out to spread fear and glorified untruths. After reflecting on both experiences, I contacted Kristen and asked if Ethan and I could become involved with INsight. During the time that has followed, I have seen and experienced things that I cannot explain. I have met people who are fearful of things they have experienced in their homes or businesses. It is great to be part of a team that can operate professionally using science based methods to address the concerns for these clients.
Tim McGregor- Paranormal Investigator
Jay Thomas - Paranormal Investigator
I am the central liaison for the TAPS family, and I have been a paranormal investigator with Insight Paranormal since 2009. I am an elementary school science and technology teacher and a husband and father of two kids. My first experience with the paranormal was as a child when I saw something unexplainable. As an adult I realized what it could be and began to research the paranormal. I like to investigate with a scientific approach and I especially enjoy learning about the history of the places we investigate. Being a part of this team is one of the things I enjoy most.
Mike Bayless- Paranormal Investigator
Michael is a self-proclaimed jack-of-all-trades, being a software engineer by day and a videogame developer, business owner, freelance graphic designer, and actor by night.
He was first interested in paranormal investigation when he—as well as everyone else in his family and many of his friends—saw what appeared to be an apparition on multiple different counts in his home. While he found the occurrences remarkable, he is still a skeptic and is highly science-focused. He has degrees in both Biochemistry and Software Development and regularly tinkers with small electronics.
While relatively new to the team, he utilizes his thirst for scientific discovery and knowledge of scientific methodologies to help explain activity as accurately as possible.
Ethan Birdwell- Paranormal Investigator\Research
May Curtis - Honorary Paranormal Investigator
Brian Taylor - Paranormal Investigator
Aubrie Hodson Bayless- Paranormal Investigator
Aubrie Hodson Bayless is a member of the paranormal investigation team INsight Paranormal Inc., which uses science and technology to investigate paranormal activity as an investigator. She believes it is important to keep an open mind while also looking for logical explanations into paranormal occurrences.
Aubrie also holds a master’s degree of science in clinical psychology and is a community mental health psychotherapist during the day. She is a member of the Society of Personality and Social Psychology and the Parapsychological Association and has been published for her research thesis: “Koko Creates Good Karma: Using Effective Materials Creates Positive Attitudes Towards Animal Cognition and Environmental Conservation”.
Additionally, Aubrie is the co-owner and Creative Director of Psychometric Studios Interactive, LLC, a video game development company. She is also classically trained in dance and music and loves travel, the arts, and animals.
Lagina Hodson- Paranormal Investigator
My name is LaGina, but I go by Gina. I was actually named after my Dad, who was Gene LaVearl. He was almost 3/4th Cherokee and 1/4th Irish. My Mother was 3/4th German and about 1/4th Comanche. I'm not sure what that actually makes me, but I do tend to have quite a bit of the Native American thoughts and beliefs. It has been ingrained in me since I was born. My heritage plays a part in my beliefs. Such as, that souls can remain with us, after death, if they choose to. I look for signs of my loved ones that have passed on. They send me messages through birds, feathers, and sometimes just a feeling of them near. It is not unusual to see me wave at Hawks and Eagles, or to talk to a Cardinal. I studied Psychiatric Nursing in the early 80's. I have always been fascinated by things that just can not be explained. Life is just full of them. I have been married to the same guy, Gary, for 39 years. He still doesn't know how to relate to me, but he loves me anyways. I have birthed a Son and a Daughter. They tend to actually accept their strange Mother, and all her weirdness. I became a Realtor 6 years ago. I can tell you, there are some houses that I can definitely FEEL, when I walk in. There may be happy feelings, or sad feelings. One, I felt pure evil in. That one I never went back to. Come to find out, it had been a sex trafficking/ drug house. I will never forget the feeling of being in that house. I hope that I can bring something of value to the Group. I have loved every time I got to join you, on investigations. Everyone seems so nice and accepting. Thank you, for allowing me a chance to tag along! I'm ready to learn how everything works, and quietly fit in.
Net Burk - Paranormal Investigator \ Case Manager
Chickasha Chapter
Lisa Hackett - Co-Director \ Lead Investigator
Hello, my name is Lisa Hatchett and paranormal could very well be my middle name. From an early point in my life all things paranormal have captured my interest. I have experienced paranormal activity on a personal and professional level. Some of these experiences are documented about it as well.
The paranormal field is a large part of who I am and that is why I think two of my four children are in the paranormal field as well. They have been part of many of my experiences.
I feel having an interest in a field includes more than just having experiences. I believe if something interests you then you should also study it and further your education and understanding of it. This can also help on future experiences or encounters. I value education highly as well and I have a bachelors degree and I am currently working on a second degree, which I am halfway through. That is also why when I speak of the paranormal, I do so from a standpoint of experience, training, and education
I have visited numerous places for paranormal purposes. Some of these places are known on a national level and others are known more locally. Both serve equal importance and attention. They have helped me develop a greater understanding in the paranormal field.
I like getting people excited about the things I’m excited about, and the paranormal field really excites me. So I enjoy the moments I have to further my knowledge in the development and understanding of the paranormal field with anyone.
Max Wagner - Co- Director \ Lead Investigator
I have been investigating the paranormal since I was 17 years old and have had paranormal experiences my entire life. The most active time in my life was from the ages of 13 years old to 19 years . I lived in a haunted house growing up and had the majority of my experiences while living there and that is what really got me interested in paranormal investigating. After growing up in homes with paranormal activity that occurred on almost a daily basis, I needed to figure out the “why” behind the experiences. Since that time, I have investigated claims of paranormal activity all over the state of Oklahoma, Missouri, Arkansas, Texas, West Virginia, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Iowa and Kentucky.
Alisa Brieanne - Paranormal Investigator
Josh Hale- Paranormal Investigator - Reserve
My name is Josh Hale and I’ve been interested in the paranormal since I was young. I love spending time with my group and experiencing different things and places. I’ve had experiences ranging from Bobbleheads flying across a room to hearing my late father’s voice in EVPs.
I’m excited to have my wife on board with us so we can share the different experiences and live new adventures.
My goal as a paranormal investigator is simply, to try to answer my own questions about the afterlife and try to help others who need answers as well
Alexa Hale - Paranormal Investigator- Reserve
I was born in Arlington, Texas and raised in Duncan, Oklahoma where I currently live with my husband, Josh Hale. I have an Associate degree in Business from Cameron University. I am currently enlisted in the U.S. Army (Oklahoma National Guard) as a HiMars Crew member (Field Artillery) out of Fort Sill, Oklahoma.
I have always had an interest in the paranormal. I never realized how truly fascinating it was until I entered my 20’s. My favorite part is learning the history of the places we investigate. I’ve always had an interest in history itself. I just recently joined the paranormal community and can not wait to continue to expand my knowledge and explain the things I couldn’t understand before.