
Jeff Kripal
Professor of Philosophy and Religious Thought at Rice University. Expert in the history of religions, paranormal phenomena, and counterculture.
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Mar 4, 2024 • 2h 23min
#227 - Ancient Religion Professor: UFOs, The Paranormal & Esotericism | Jeff Kripal
Join Jeff Kripal, a Rice University professor specializing in the history of religions and the paranormal, as he unpacks the connections between trauma, consciousness, and extraordinary experiences like UFO sightings. They delve into the role of the pineal gland and DMT in these phenomena, explore spiritual implications of near-death experiences, and examine historical ties to levitation and possessions. Kripal challenges materialistic views while discussing the intersection of AI and human experiences, and reflects on ancient religions' legacies in understanding the unknown.

Sep 19, 2019 • 47min
Ep. 7: Mediumship and Reincarnation
Delve into the world of mediumship and reincarnation with interviews featuring Dr. Jim Tucker, Dr. Julie Beischel, Dr. Eben Alexander, and more. Explore past life memories in young children, challenges in validating mediumship, and the significance of after-death communication. Hear about the continuity of consciousness post-death and the medical implications of reincarnation.