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EPISODE · Apr 8, 2025 · 31 MIN

Ep. 8 - The Sociology of Ghost Beliefs: Unveiling Social Influences on the Paranormal w/ Dr. Barry Markovsky

from The Science Behind Mysteries · host Jay Govindji

In this episode, we discuss the sociology of ghost beliefs, including the research and science aiming to explain the paranormal with Dr. Barry Markovsky, Professor Emeritus of Sociology at the University of South Carolina and former Chair of its Sociology Department. Together, we unravel everything from the key concepts contributing to misinterpretations forming the beliefs of ghosts to the effect of the media’s portrayal.

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