PM 103: Exploring Psychic Nights in English Pubs

In this podcast episode, Ann welcomes Dr. Josh Bullock from Kingston University and Dr. Caroline Starkey from the University of Leeds to discuss their groundbreaking research project, "Weekday Worldviews: The Patrons, Promise and Payoff of Psychic Nights in England." Dr. Bullock brings a sceptical perspective while Dr. Starkey is a firm believer in the psychic realm. Their collaboration sheds light on the profound experiences people have at pub psychic events, revealing a deeper connection beyond mere entertainment. Despite initial funding challenges, their project, now supported by the Templeton Religions Trust, explores the intersection of belief systems, well-being, and the paranormal, aiming to understand the significance of psychic culture in contemporary society.<br/><br/>LINK TO SURVEY https://www.weekdayworldviews.com/  (open to general public including those who identify as Spiritualists but not those who are professional psychics/mediums)The Twitter page for the research project is @PubPsychic. Dr Caroline Starkey is on Twitter @caro_starkey and her profile on the University of Leeds website is here: https://leeds.academia.edu/CarolineStarkeyDr Josh Bullock is on Twitter @JoshBullock and his profile on Kingston University’s website is here: https://www.kingston.ac.uk/sta....ff/profile/dr-josh-b the showTweet us at: https://twitter.com/Psychic_Matters<br/>instagram us at: https://www.instagram.com/psychicmatters/<br/>TikTok us at: https://www.tiktok.com/@psychicmatters<br/>YouTube us at: https://www.youtube.com/@psychicmatters/featured<br/>Facebook us at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychicmatters<br/><br/>LEAVE A REVIEW: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/psychic-matters-1022002<br/><br/>MERCH: https://psychic-matters.teemill.com/ - buy your hoodies and Tees here!<br/><br/>DEAF FRIENDLY: If you'd like to get the links & show notes, including a complete transcription, head to www.anntheato.com www.patreon.com LEAVE A TIP: https://ann-theato.ck.page/products/psychic-matters-podcast-tip-jar<br/>BUY ME A COFFEE: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/psychicmatters CREDITS: Reach by Christopher Lloyd Clarke. Licensed by Enlightened Audio.<br/><br/>Thank you for listening to Psychic Matters!