Weird Studies Special Release: Poltergeists, Fairies, Skeptics, and the Managerial Class
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Feb 19, 2025 Dive into fascinating tales of poltergeists, with a case that perplexed police and even drew the Catholic Church's attention. Explore how class dynamics shape beliefs in the supernatural, revealing biases from the managerial class. Delve into the societal taboos surrounding UFOs and the influence of elite skepticism. Finally, challenge the supremacy of reason by advocating for the importance of personal narratives in understanding reality. Each topic invites you to rethink how we perceive the extraordinary and the unseen.
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Police Officer's Fairy Encounter
- JF Martel recounts a story about a First Nations police officer.
- The officer witnessed fairies, challenging conventional beliefs about reality.
Paranormal as Déclassé
- Phil Ford discusses how class attitudes influence perceptions of the paranormal.
- He argues that the paranormal is inherently déclassé, challenging societal norms.
Chesterton on Miracles
- JF Martel reads a passage by G.K. Chesterton.
- Chesterton argues that disbelief in miracles stems from dogma, not evidence.
