EPISODE · Jan 28, 2022 · 28 MIN
Documenting the Dead
from The Timber · host Tyler Liston
In the 1860s, Boston photographer William Mumler took a self portrait that would change his life. In the photo, above his shoulder, was the translucent image of a woman. She appeared to be made of light, and upon further inspection, Mumler believed the image to be that of his cousin, who had died twelve years earlier. Whether he meant to or not, Mumler stumbled on the first ever instance of “spirit photography”. Join us as we examine spirit photography and explore some compelling instances of the most popular form of spirit communication: EVPs Episode Written and Produced by Tyler Liston Music: "Last Dive" by Oakfield - Licensed through Artlist Don't forget to rate, review, and share The Timber with your friends! Support independent artists! Check out these other amazing podcasts: Drinking the Koolaid Nightmare on 5th Street
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In the 1860s, Boston photographer William Mumler took a self portrait that would change his life. In the photo, above his shoulder, was the translucent image of a woman. She appeared to be made of light, and upon further inspection, Mumler believed the image to be that of his cousin, who had died twelve years earlier. Whether he meant to or not, Mumler stumbled on the first ever instance of “spirit photography”. Join us as we examine spirit photography and explore some compelling instances of the most popular form of spirit communication: EVPs Episode Written and Produced by Tyler Liston Music: "Last Dive" by Oakfield - Licensed through Artlist Don't forget to rate, review, and share The Timber with your friends! Support independent artists! Check out these other amazing podcasts: Drinking the Koolaid Nightmare on 5th Street
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