The Why Files: Operation Podcast 572: COMPILATION: The Science of Ghosts and Ghost Hunting
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Oct 18, 2024 Discover eerie encounters as a driver witnesses a strange light at night while a researcher tinkers with a 'spirit radio.' Explore historical fascination with ghosts, from Tesla's inventions to the haunting legends of Annabelle and the Amityville Horror. Delve into the shadowy world of shadow people across cultures and the skepticism surrounding ghost hunting practices. Unravel the rivalry between Tesla and Edison in their attempts to communicate with the beyond, while blending chilling personal experiences with folklore and mythology.
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Athenodorus and the Ghost
- Pliny the Younger's ghost story about Athenodorus involves rattling chains and a beckoning apparition.
- Athenodorus, a stoic, calmly requested the ghost to wait while he finished his writing.
Early Poltergeist Encounters
- Poltergeists, meaning "rumbling or noisy spirit", cause physical disturbances.
- One example from 856 AD in Germany involved a poltergeist throwing stones and starting fires.
Ancient Ghost Hunting
- Ghost hunting is not a new trend, with evidence of spirit contact attempts dating back thousands of years.
- Recently discovered Roman-era artifacts near Jerusalem suggest the practice of "death magic."
