Skeptics in the (Virtual) Pub - Ben Radford

The Psychology of Ghost Experiences

Ghosts are among the most universal of paranormal beliefs, with countless cultures holding some belief in the afterlife. Some of this is due to pop culture, but much of it comes down to personal experiences with (alleged) ghosts or spirits. In this talk, Benjamin Radford, author of Investigating Ghosts: The Scientific Search for Spirits, will discuss the psychology of ghost experiences, and how they are informed by time and place.

Benjamin Radford, MPH, M.Ed, is the deputy editor of Skeptical Inquirer science magazine and a Research Fellow with the non-profit educational organization the Committee for Skeptical Inquiry. He has written over a thousand articles on a wide variety of topics, including urban legends, the paranormal, critical thinking, and science literacy. He holds degrees in psychology and education, and in 2022 graduated from the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth in public health. He is also a folklorist and a member of the American Folklore Society and the International Society for Contemporary Legend Research.

Agenda:
7:00 - 8:00: Featured presentation
8:00 - 9:00: Q&A; general discussion

How to be:
Come with an open but critical mind, awareness of your own biases, and respect for your fellow humans. We're here to have a good conversation and a good time, and to that end your participation is subject to the Triangle Skeptics events code of conduct.