Paul Giamatti’s CHINWAG with Stephen Asma PHONE CALLS FROM THE DEAD!
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Aug 30, 2023 Discover the mysterious world of Thomas Edison's spirit phone and his quest to prove life after death. Dive into ghostly human voice recordings from the 1840s and explore the use of electronic devices to communicate with the dead. Reflect on the mysteries of the universe and the limited knowledge humans possess. Plus, enjoy a bonus visit from William Shatner discussing ghosts and paranormal activity.
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Edison's Spirit Phone
- Arthur from Japan wrote to Chinwag, asking about Edison's "spirit phone."
- Neither Paul nor Stephen had heard of this device designed to contact the dead.
Edison on Spiritualism
- Thomas Edison theorized about the subconscious mind influencing spiritualists' beliefs.
- He suggested their imaginings in a hypnotized mental state feel real.
Edison's Life Particle Theory
- Edison proposed a theory of indestructible life particles within everything, including inanimate objects.
- He believed these particles, containing memory and skills, could survive after death.