Spooky Month: Psychics with Dylan Marron!

Oct 15, 2024

Dylan Marron, a talented writer and podcaster, joins the discussion to explore the captivating world of psychics. They kick off with intriguing distinctions between stage performers and genuine practitioners. The talk dives into cold reading techniques and the historical roots of the term 'psychic'. Marron and the hosts also tackle the eerie phenomena of seances, debunking their validity with clever insights. A fun quiz tests their knowledge on scientific predictions, making the exploration dangerously entertaining. Get ready for a spooky intellectual adventure!

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ANECDOTE

YouTube Algorithms Made Personal Confessions

Dylan Marron and Hank traded funny confessions about their YouTube recommendations and niche viewing habits.
Dylan admits searching/collecting long clips like Idina Menzel's Defying Gravity compilations for personal enjoyment.

INSIGHT

Two Very Different Kinds Of Psychics

Psychics include stage performers who use learned social techniques and believers in parapsychology claiming genuine mental powers.
Sam contrasts entertainment cold/hot reading with parapsychology's lack of reproducible evidence.

INSIGHT

What Meteorologists Actually Use

Weather forecasting blends multiple data sources like satellites, radars, balloons, and volunteer observations.
Solar activity is generally not useful for short-term local forecasts over a week.

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