Unless you are conducting a passive EVP session, you'll need to ask any spirits that might be present questions. This is called "calling out" or "asking out." It involves speaking aloud in an attempt to encourage any spirits nearby to come forward, talk to you, and answer your questions in your recordings.

When calling out, be polite and respectful, and don't make demands. Be sure to leave plenty of time after each question to allow the spirit time to answer. You may not hear anything at the time, but when reviewing the audio, where EVPs could be present, you'll be able to hear the spirit answering your question.

1. Leave a gapWhen trying to capture EVPs, the single most important thing to remember is to remain silent and leave a space after your question to allow the spirit time to answer. It is in this silence that you will hopefully hear a...