In this episode of the “Say What Again Billy?” podcast, we’re gearing up for the highly anticipated release of “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire,” the fourth installment in the original Ghostbusters franchise. With excitement reaching fever pitch among Ghostbusters fans, the SWAB podcast crew takes a deep dive into the rich history of the Ghostbusters universe.

We’ll explore Dan Aykroyd’s real-life connection to the paranormal, stemming from his family’s spiritual background. From there, we’ll discuss the profound impact the Ghostbusters have had on those who love the paranormal, including paranormal investigators—a topic we’ve previously explored in an earlier season .

But that’s not all. We’ll also examine the enduring influence of the Ghostbusters animated series, which spawned multiple successful seasons and a thriving toy franchise. Plus, we’ll delve into the spin-off series “Extreme Ghostbusters” and how elements from these shows seem to be making a comeback in the trailers for the new movie.

Of course, we’ll analyze the trailers for “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” and offer our predictions for what’s in store. And let’s not forget about the 2016 reboot— we’ll weigh the pros and cons of that film as well.

So if you’re a paranormal enthusiast and a Ghostbusters fan, this is the episode you won’t want to miss. Join us as we uncover the fascinating history of the Ghostbusters franchise, straight from the members of the SWAB podcast crew. Who ya gonna call?