Each week Steve and Dave take the recruits to a new location familiar to fans of Ghost Hunters as some of the most haunted locations. The recruits are given the responsibility of conducting their own investigations and using the equipment. Steve and Dave keep a watchful eye on all the recruits and, if necessary, speak to the recruits about poor behavior or conduct. The recruits are expected to review all the evidence and present any findings to Steve and Dave. If a recruit doesn't have what it takes to investigate with TAPS, the recruit will be cut and a new hopeful will take their place.
Karl Pfeiffer GOING TO GHI
BIO
Job/School: English, Colorado State University Biography: High-spirited and humorous, 20 year-old Karl recently joined the Northern Colorado Paranormal Society and has conducted several amateur investigations. His experience with cameras and computer software makes him a valuable investigative asset.
SOCIAL NETWORKING
Susan Slaughter GOING TO GHI
BIO
Job/School: Unemployed Biography: Susan's passion for the paranormal led her to leave the pursuit of a degree in fashion design to follow an investigative path. The 22 year-old aspiring DJ is a member of the League of Paranormal Investigators and has taken part in a number of investigations.
SOCIAL NETWORKING
Ben Smith STAYING FOR NEXT CLASS
BIO
Job/School: Visual Technology, Bowling Green State University Biography: If there's a gadget that can track a ghost, 20 year-old Ben can make it work. An electronics whiz, he's an expert in photographic analysis and the manipulation of equipment. His experience is limited to amateur investigations in high school, but his enthusiasm is boundless.
SOCIAL NETWORKING
Chris Smith STAYING FOR NEXT CLASS
BIO
Job/School: Graphic Designer, Tennessean newspapery Biography: Chris is low on investigative experience, but high on enthusiasm, as evidenced by his amateur work. As a graphic designer, he has a keen eye for visual examination and deducing the validity of photographic evidence. His claims of fearlessness will surely be put to the test.
SOCIAL NETWORKING
Heathyr Hoffman NOT ENROLLED
BIO
Job/School: Domestic violence advocate Biography: An experienced medium, 24 year-old Heathyr heads her own paranormal research organization, the Arizona Research and Mediumship Society. With a Bachelor's in psychology, she brings an empathetic nature to bear on any effort to reach out to the spirit world.
Job/School: Biological Science, Cal State-Sacramento Biography: Chris is a 24 year-old science student who won't accept an answer unless it's backed up by concrete evidence. His lack of investigative experience is compensated for by his deft hand with electronics and copious research experience.
SOCIAL NETWORKING
Jane Riley NOT ENROLLED
BIO
Job/School: Personal Trainer Biography: Jane is a recent graduate with a degree in Psychology and, in her words, "Crazy photography skills." She works for New Jersey Paranormal Research and has assisted TAPS in several investigations. Jane loves research and is an eager addition to the team.
When SyFy is looking for new "recruits" they will issue a casting call on their website. Interested persons can audition for a part and see if they are chosen for further review. Current casting call at http://pilgrimfilms.tv/GHCasting.html
We are introduced to the first GHA recruits, Chris, Ben, Karl, Heathyr, & Susan. Their inaugural investigation will be at the historic Fort Mifflin. The recruits are led through the process of the investigation and kept on their toes by Team Leaders Steve & Tango. While reviewing the evidence, Karl finds one notable EVP. Susan is reprimanded for not being upfront abour her "empathic" abilites to the team and Steve & Tango and promises to not keep anything from them in the future.
2
The Honeymoon's Over
The recruits are headed to the USS North Carolina battleship where, after failing to pay attention to Steve and Dave, they spend most of the first night setting up equipment. The second night of investigation proves more hopeful for the recruits, but because they did not tag any of their evidence, all of it has it be thrown out by Steve & Tango. All the recruits worry that they may be the first asked to leave.
3
Back to Basics
The cadets face the challenge of investigating the infamous Eastern State Penitentary with a new investigator, Jane Riley. The team struggles to set up under Ben's poor leadership on the first night and fails to investigate. The second night turns out more productive, Chris & Susan are tested by Steve & Tango with dry ice, Heathyr is spoken to about her decisions, and Ben is told not to be influenced by other investigators. Both Jane & Heathyr are put in jeopardy, but only Heathyr is asked to leave.
4
Drama Queen
Steve and Dave take the cadets to Buffalo City Terminal where they have their first succesful set up without help. Tensions rise between Karl & Jane, Susan, Ben, and Chris improve their investigative skills, and Dave & Steve test the recruit's debunking protocall. The recruits are praised at the end of the night for completing their first "real" investigation and Steve and Dave are impressed enough to not send anybody home.
5
The Blame Game
St. Augustine Lighthouse is the next destination for the GHA recruits. Set up is smooth, but tensions run high as all the cadets feel the pressure of the looming elimination. To stir in even more chaos, a new investigator joins the team, Chris Smith. Karl & Susan are praised for their skills and ideas, Jane is criticized for her lack of common sense, and Steve & Tango find out that Chris M. is wants to go home. During evidence review, Jane calls out Chris M. for saying that he doesn't want to be there. Steve & Tango let Chris M. go and Jane is distraught over the situation. The recruits pack up and head out for their final exam.
6
Final Exams
The recruits are put to the final test at the Essex County Hospital in New Jersey. Steve and Tango investigate with each recruit and visit TAPS headquarters to review each recruit with Jason & Grant. Karl & Susan and chosen to investigate with GHI, Ben & Chris are invited back next season, and Jane is asked to leave.
