
436: Stuart Ritchie | The Science Fictions Undermining Facts
The Jordan Harbinger Show
Psychic Experimentation and Publication Bias
This chapter examines a controversial study that claimed to reveal psychic abilities through participants' selections of curtains hiding images, particularly focusing on pornographic materials. It critiques the discrepancies between original sensational findings and replication efforts, highlighting the publication bias favoring positive results in psychological research. The discussion extends to ethical dilemmas within the field and the challenges of conveying accurate scientific insights amidst pressures for impactful conclusions.
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