#042 | Mediums Who Help Solve Murders (with Nichole Duncan

Welcome to a deep dive into the world where intuition meets investigation, where everyday life collides with the extraordinary, and where the search for truth brings hope and closure to families. Today, we’re unpacking the fascinating conversation that unfolded on Life with Ghosts—Let’s Chat! with forensic psychic and medium Nicole Duncan, and your host, Stephen Berkeley. If you’ve ever wondered how psychic gifts can help solve cold cases or bring peace to grieving families, you’re in for a wild, heartfelt, and eye-opening read.

Meet Nicole Duncan: The No-Nonsense Psychic

Forget the clichés: no crystal balls, swirling capes, or gothic attics. Nicole Duncan is a forensic medium, a grounded mom of two, and a former tennis pro who laughs at losing her coffee but takes psychic work seriously.

Nicole’s resume boasts mentorship with Angela Ford (U.S. Army Stargate Program) and Jeanette Lucas (Smithsonian-profiled investigator). She brings clarity, empathy, and strong truth-telling to a world often clouded by skepticism. Whether supporting missing persons cases or chatting about Harry Potter “muggles,” she’s all about practicality and a touch of humor.

“She proves you can raise a family, help find missing people, and still laugh at yourself when you lose your coffee.”

From Haunted Houses to Helping Families—Nicole’s Backstory

Nicole’s journey might sound familiar to anyone who felt “different” growing up. Raised in Southern California, she remembers being terrified by Disneyland’s Haunted House—not for the fake ghosts, but because she already knew the real thing existed.

She describes childhood experiences:

• Premonitions before earthquakes

• Streetlights flickering off whenever she passed beneath

• Dreams that later came true

It was too much, so she pressed these abilities down, telling herself to keep it quiet, even though her grandmother and seven sisters were famously psychic.

“I kind of just pushed everything down and silenced what I knew was there, but I was too scared to kind of see.”

Awakening Abilities: A Family Affair

Psychic ability, Nicole shares, runs in the family. But it wasn't until her own son, described as “high functioning autistic” with a sixth sense, showed signs of intuitive navigation that Nicole felt called to explore and accept her gifts.

Her son would give directions no GPS could know—“Mom, just take a right and we’ll get there.” And she listened, amazed.

Inspired, Nicole started meditating with “telepathy tapes,” which opened new doors—a podcast led to Angela Ford and then remote viewing. Suddenly, things got real.

Entering the Psychic Profession—And Coming Out of the “Closet”

Nicole’s transformation from tennis pro and “muggle” (the Harry Potter term for non-magical folk) to professional medium took a leap when she emailed Angela Ford—having never dared to do anything like that before.

Angela responded with openness, confirming Nicole’s strengths, giving her the best reading of her life, and inviting her to remote viewing classes.

Under Angela’s mentorship, Nicole went from her first meditations to seeing personalities, places, and even “downloads” of missing persons’ locations.

“Angela merged the government world and the wizarding world. I was finally at a place where I could be open enough, and I'm like, let me just try meditating.”

The First Official Spirit Encounter: Jill and the Pacific Northwest

One morning, Nicole finds herself between sleep and wakefulness, pre-coffee, kids hollering in the background. Suddenly, she feels a presence—a woman named Jill. The sense of her is clear: maternal, school teachery, homemakery, somewhere in her mid-50s to early 60s… and definitely passed on.

Nicole starts “seeing” Jill beachcombing on a Pacific Northwest shore, gathering shells into a glass bottle.

Not sure if she’s dreaming, Nicole checks with her parents. Jill, their former neighbor, did live in the area. A quick Google search reveals Jill’s obituary—her favorite pastime was, you guessed it, beachcombing.

What really got Nicole was how loving the whole interaction felt. Nothing scary, nothing like Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion. Just proof—a gentle nudge from the universe, showing her she is a medium. And it’s… normal.

“It was just like an introduction to like, oh, you’re a medium, you can talk to dead people, and it’s not super scary. It was just like evidence-based thing for me to get confidence.”

Into True Crime: The Nikki McCain Case

Who Was Nikki McCain?

Nikki McCain’s story is tragic—and Nicole played a real role in seeking justice. Nikki, a 39-year-old mom of four from California, vanished in May 2024 after filing for divorce and accusing her husband, Tyler, of domestic abuse. Her truck’s found, blood evidence inside, but Nikki’s body is missing.

Nicole learns about Nikki through a Facebook group for psychics helping with missing persons, and the connection is immediate—Nikki “comes flying in, All Systems Go, Mach 10.”

The Psychic Download

When Nichole tuned in, Nikki’s spirit came through with urgency. Nichole explains her method: “She doesn’t come to me unless she’s dead.” Nikki described being struck over the head by Tyler in their garage and loaded into the back of a red truck, already deceased.

Nichole’s vision included Tyler and an accomplice at an Ace Hardware near Lake Shasta after Nikki disappeared. Nikki’s body, revealed through psychic download, was hidden in a “Christmas tree storage bag.” Nichole relayed all these details to Nikki’s family contact and meticulously matched names and photos:

“I was able to type all that information up. The family contact would say, ‘Do any of these people sync up?’ I look at a picture, I’m like, no, no, no, yes, yes. This person feels like the same energy Nikki was telling me about during the disposal of her body.”

More clues surfaced: Nikki’s Chevy Avalanche was parked as a decoy, and through vivid visions, Nikki pointed Nichole toward Lake Shasta as the likely disposal site. All details were shared with Nikki’s sisters and law enforcement, but unfortunately, Nichole never received an official response from authorities.

However, Tyler was ultimately arrested—proof, for Nichole, that spirits can be highly motivated to seek justice and resolve unfinished business.

“I’m confident Nikki will be found and her family will have closure. She is highly motivated.”

Nichole remains hopeful that her work will help bring peace and resolution to Nikki’s children and family.

Psychic Work Beyond True Crime: Human Trafficking and Missing Persons

Nichole's psychic work doesn't stop at individual true crime cases. She collaborates with organizations such as findmegroup.org, which brings together retired DEA, FBI, and CIA professionals with intuitives to investigate missing persons and human trafficking. She also works alongside Jeannette Lucas, a seasoned investigator and mentor who has solved high-profile cases and discovered buried treasure.

Much of this work is done through meditation, where Nichole receives detailed images of locations—sometimes even specific truck stops or beaches halfway around the world. In a notable case involving human trafficking, she described seeing children freed on a beach in the Dominican Republic and a “random” jet-skier who turned out to be a key player in the operation.

“It’s so neat—what I see might have a message for you, but it always comes through in vivid detail. I could never make this stuff up.”

These experiences have convinced Nichole that psychic abilities, used responsibly, can play a meaningful role in making the world safer for vulnerable families.

The Science and Struggles of Remote Viewing

Remote viewing, a technique once used by the government during the Cold War, is central to Nichole’s psychic practice. She describes it as “logging onto the WiFi of consciousness”—a targeted, evidence-driven approach.

How Remote Viewing Works

Remote viewing involves meditative focus, intention, and the ability to draw or describe impressions related to a specific target. Sometimes, she’s asked to sketch what’s inside a sealed envelope; other times, she uses her abilities to tune into events or people based on the precise last time they were seen.

“With remote viewing, you’re logging onto your WiFi and what comes to your mind is what’s in the target. It’s so simple and so vulnerable—it’s like bearing your soul.”

Remote viewing is sometimes a process of overcoming self-doubt. When she started, Nichole had to learn to feel safe being wrong. Angela Ford helped her embrace mistakes: “If she can say she’s wrong, that gives me permission. Through repetition, you get confidence, and through confidence, you grow.”

Real-Life Example

Her husband, known for his organized, analytical mind, once mentioned a strange landmark he passed every day on the way to work. Armed only with that information—no specifics, no cheating—Nichole meditated and then sketched what she saw: a commemorative statue with unsettling energy. Her husband was astonished that she described it perfectly.

“That’s why I love remote viewing. It’s automatic proof that there are other things going on.”

Exploring History: The Kennedy Assassination

Nichole’s remote viewing skills aren’t limited to the present: she’s used them to explore historical events, including the Kennedy assassination in Dealey Plaza.

During a remote viewing exercise, Nichole observed the trauma of Jackie Kennedy and had insights into the conspiracy theories surrounding the assassination. She sensed that the driver and the shooter were in sync, that they’d met before, and that multiple shooters were present—one from the front delivered the fatal shot.

“My impression is that the shooter and driver were on the same page. I think there were more than one shooters, but the one from the front ultimately killed JFK.”

While she admits she isn’t a historian (“my history and geography aren’t great!”), her impressions of the assassination align with some existing theories—showing that psychic abilities can be used to investigate much more than current events.

Unique Experiences: The Hall of Knowledge and Spiritual Classrooms

Beyond psychic investigation, Nichole has encountered extraordinary phenomena in meditation, such as visiting the “Hall of Knowledge”—a multidimensional space where souls can learn new subjects, communicate telepathically, and receive guidance.

Visiting the Hall of Knowledge

In one meditation, Nichole found herself bypassing a sky-high circular building lined with classrooms. Inspired by stories in the telepathy tapes of children teaching in other dimensions, she attempted to learn Spanish in one of these classrooms. Instead of a traditional lesson, she found herself in a bustling Spanish market, guided by a teacher named Ricardo.

Ricardo communicated telepathically and told Nichole she wasn’t ready—touching a spot behind her ear, which she later learned was the part of the brain dedicated to language acquisition. Consulting her mentor Angela Ford, she discovered this building was called the “Hall of Knowledge,” distinct from the Akashic Records and full of lively, educational energy.

“The Hall of Knowledge is a place where you can learn any subject, past or future. The Akashic Records are very formal and intellectual—this space is lively and expansive. I’m hopeful I’ll return one day fluent in Spanish!”

Lessons Learned

These experiences have taught Nichole that learning and spiritual growth don’t stop at death—or at the limits of physical reality. Her meditations and visions point to a much wider, richer tapestry of existence, filled with guidance, learning, and love.

What It’s Really Like: Day-to-Day Psychic Practice

Despite the extraordinary, most of Nichole’s days are surprisingly normal. She does not conduct readings live; instead, she collects impressions through meditation, records them, and then shares the findings with clients afterward. Her approach is evidence-based, compassionate, and immersive.

In one of her recent readings, Nichole connected with the energy of the podcast host’s mother—describing her spirit as that of an innocent child, guileless and sweet. This impression matched perfectly with who she was in life, giving comfort and closure to her loved ones.

“What I have learned is that the other side is not what we think it is—the best parts of us on this side are magnified on the other.”

Every mediumship session, every remote viewing practice, and every meditation reveals something new. These experiences are more than paranormal—they are deeply human and bring meaning, comfort, and healing.

Real World Impact & Ongoing Work

Nichole continues to work on several missing persons cases and collaborate with law enforcement, often quietly behind the scenes. While official agencies may be reluctant to publicize psychic collaboration, some—through trusted contacts like Angela Ford and Jeannette Lucas—are open to intuitive insights.

In her own words:

“Law enforcement is sometimes open to intuitives, but they’ll never admit it publicly. Behind the scenes, in the cloak of darkness, government agencies use psychic skills for intel and investigation.”

Her work has led to results in cold cases, missing children, and even human trafficking investigations. The emotional stakes are high; Nichole often works with mothers who want closure for their families, delivering evidence-based insights that point toward resolution.

Final Reflections: The Gift of Seeing, Healing, and Connection

Nichole’s work reminds us that psychic abilities are not simply supernatural entertainment—they are powerful tools for healing, closure, and justice. The best parts of ourselves linger beyond death, waiting to offer wisdom, humor, and peace to those willing to listen.

Whether investigating missing persons, uncovering conspiracy theories, or learning new languages in spiritual classrooms, Nichole remains committed to clarity, empathy, and truth. Her story shows that ordinary people can do extraordinary things, simply by following intuition and trusting in the universe’s subtle nudges.

So, if you ever feel a flicker of insight, a vivid dream, or an unexplained connection—perhaps it’s worth noticing. As Nichole’s story demonstrates, the invisible threads of our world are often stronger and more loving than we think.

Have a story, question, or a loved one you’d like to connect with? Reach out to Nichole and discover what’s possible. Until next time—stay curious, compassionate, and open to what lies beyond.