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Hacking the Paranormal -- a conversation with Banachek
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Unveiling the Illusions of Psychic Phenomena
This chapter explores the history of parapsychological research at the Stanford Research Institute, intertwined with government backing from organizations like NASA and the CIA. It details personal encounters and experiments aimed at exposing the deceptions within the psychic community, culminating in Project Alpha, which challenged existing beliefs. The narrative also highlights the psychological dynamics of belief, emphasizing critical thinking and the distinction between genuine conviction and exploitation in the realm of the paranormal.
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