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Chris French on the Science of Weird Shit

Closer To Truth

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Beliefs and the Paranormal

This chapter examines the interplay between emotional conviction and belief systems, particularly in political and paranormal contexts. It discusses the impact of confirmation bias and the challenges of changing deeply held beliefs, while also evaluating the plausibility of various paranormal phenomena against scientific understanding. The conversation further explores the complexities of consciousness, skepticism towards traditional views, and how personal beliefs can evolve through investigation and experience.

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