Thomas D'Agostino and his wife, Arlene Nicholson, have been extensively studying and investigating paranormal accounts for more than thirty-eight years, with more than 1,400 investigations to their credit. Tom and Arlene are ardent researchers of New England history, haunts, legends and folklore. Creators of fourteen books, together they have penned and captured on film the best haunts and history New England has to offer. Tom and Arlene's interviews and paranormal experiences have appeared in numerous newspapers, magazines and other periodicals throughout New England and beyond in regard to their books and comprehensive work in the paranormal field. Tom has contributed to various other books and publications and has appeared on many television and radio shows, as well as documentaries on the subject of the paranormal. Arlene is a professional photographer with a degree in photography. Tom is a graduate of Rhode Island College with a degree in political science. He is a professional teacher and musician.

Tom builds his own musical instruments, many from the Medieval and Renaissance periods, that are used in his profession.