Join Dr. Katie Mack, a theoretical astrophysicist, Dr. Baland Jalal, a Harvard neuroscientist, and Prof. Chris French, an expert in the psychology of paranormal beliefs, as they dive into the chilling world of ghosts. They explore fascinating concepts like the connection between sleep paralysis and spectral sightings, and whether electromagnetic fields can reveal ghostly presences. With humor and science, they investigate a haunted house, debating the possibility of ghosts across dimensions and the psychological factors influencing our spooky encounters.

Psychologist Chris French discusses the psychology behind paranormal beliefs and conspiracy theories, exploring cognitive biases and evolutionary factors influencing our attraction to supernatural phenomena. The conversation delves into the challenges of changing minds, navigating skepticism, and engaging with believers in debates.

Chris French, a psychologist renowned for his research on paranormal claims, discusses the allure of ‘weird shit’ in our lives. He dives into the psychology behind beliefs in the paranormal, dissecting cognitive biases that fuel fascination with coincidences and conspiracy theories. French explains how our minds seek rationality in extraordinary experiences and explores why we attribute meaning to seemingly random events. With engaging stories and mental experiments, he unveils the surprising patterns in human thought and belief.

Join Chris French, an expert in anomalistic psychology and the author of The Science of Weird Shit, alongside Ashley Jane, a friend of paranormal investigators. They dive into the psychology behind ghost sightings and why some of us believe. Discover the influence of personal beliefs on paranormal encounters, and hear humorous tales from a haunted drama school. Explore how our minds interpret eerie events and the balance between skepticism and belief, shedding light on why some find comfort in the supernatural.

Join emeritus professor Chris French and journalist Kathryn Hulick on a dive into telepathy, discussing Elon Musk's Neuralink project and the story of a clever horse. Delve into the illusions of mind-reading, predictive brain activity, brain technology boundaries, and the future of mind-reading technology.