If you’ve been watching Ghosts Season 4, you’ve probably noticed a recurring theme: the ghosts keep poking fun at Alberta’s power. As a reminder, Alberta (played by Danielle Pinnock) has the ability to hum, and her hums are audible to the living—an ability that stands out as one of the few ghostly powers that can actually be noticed by the living. Yet, instead of celebrating this cool skill, the show keeps making jokes at her expense, and I can’t help but think there’s something more going on here. Could Alberta’s power be evolving, and is the show just setting us up for something much bigger than a punchline?
The Jabs Keep Coming: Why Alberta’s Power Is the Punchline
In the first few episodes of Ghosts Season 4, Alberta’s humming ability has become the butt of the joke. Now, I get it—humming isn’t as flashy as some of the other ghost powers, like Isaac’s ability to make people smell farts or Sas’s dream-infiltrating talents. But Alberta’s power is still unique, and, honestly, I think it’s pretty cool that she can connect with the living in a way the others can’t. Yet, in a show full of wacky abilities, Alberta’s power keeps getting a hard time.
For example, in Episode 3 of Season 4, when the ghosts believe Sam has turned to stone, Alberta frantically yells that someone needs to do something, only for Hetty to joke that maybe Alberta’s power will kick in. Hetty tries to “focus” her energy to mimic Alberta’s ability, concentrating like a child trying to summon superpowers, but nothing happens. Alberta’s response? “She can write in blood? This power just keeps getting cooler! I mean, it’s still no humming.”
This moment, which could’ve easily been a throwaway gag, feels significant. The way Alberta’s ability is constantly made fun of seems to hint at something deeper—and possibly more powerful—lurking beneath the surface.
Is Ghosts Teasing an Evolution of Alberta’s Power?
I think these jokes might actually be laying the groundwork for Alberta’s power to evolve. There’s a chance we haven’t fully seen what Alberta can do. Maybe she’ll eventually be able to communicate with the living through song—turning her hums into actual words or even full sentences. Or perhaps, if the right song plays, she’ll be able to convey thoughts, feelings, or even stories to those who can hear her.
It’s a bit of a stretch, but it’s a possibility I can’t help but entertain. After all, if there’s one thing Ghosts has proven time and time again, it’s that the show isn’t afraid to surprise us with quirky twists on what we think we know. Maybe Alberta’s “hum” isn’t just some silly gimmick—it’s the key to unlocking a much larger and more powerful ability that could take the show to new, unexpected places.
Why All These Jokes Aren’t Just for Laughs
So, why keep making fun of Alberta’s power if it’s not going anywhere? Sure, her ability may not be as “useful” as some of the other powers, like Trevor’s ability to move objects or Pete’s ability to leave the property. But the repeated jokes feel a little too deliberate to just be a random punchline. If the only purpose of these jabs was for the sake of comedy, I’d argue that they could come across as a bit mean-spirited. But what if all this teasing is setting up an I told you so moment down the road?
If Alberta’s power is destined to evolve, the groundwork is already being laid for a moment of triumph where Alberta can look back at her naysayers and say, “See? I told you I was more than just a hum.” Such a payoff could not only be incredibly satisfying for fans of her character, but it would also mark a significant moment of character growth—and evolution—for Alberta herself.
Alberta’s Power: A Future Iconic Moment?
Alberta has quickly become an iconic character on Ghosts, and seeing her power evolve would be a great way to develop her further. The constant teasing of her ability could be the perfect setup for a much more substantial payoff that not only elevates her character but also adds an interesting new layer to the show.
The show is known for its clever twists and subtle character development, and I suspect that Alberta’s evolution, if it happens, will be one of those moments that fans of the show will remember for a long time.
If my theory turns out to be true, I’m excited to see what’s next for Alberta. Here’s hoping the payoff will be as satisfying as we expect—because, let’s be real, Alberta deserves her moment in the spotlight!
Catch Ghosts on CBS at 8:30 p.m. ET or stream new episodes the following day on Paramount+, and let’s see if Alberta’s power gets the evolution it truly deserves.
