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Jason Hawes
Hawes is a plumber and the creator of The Atlantic Paranormal Society, better known as TAPS, based in Warwick, Rhode Island. He is also one of the stars and co-producers of Ghost Hunters. According to Hawes' bio on Syfy's website, he once had a "highly personal paranormal experience" that prompted him to study the afterlife. He has written a number of books about ghosts and paranormal activity, many of which have become NY Times Best Sellers. (Facebook/JasonHawes)