Skepticism and the Paranormal: What does “healthy skepticism" look like and why is it important?

In this episode, Ben Goldman, Brienna Shear, and Angela Wingard sit down for a candid conversation about skepticism in the paranormal, and how it’s increasingly being overshadowed by sensationalism. From viral videos on TikTok to trending paranormal YouTube clips, the hosts explore how the focus on click-driven storytelling often sidelines critical thinking and evidence-based investigation.They discuss the pressures that content creators face in a culture obsessed with views and likes, and how even passionate investigators can feel pulled between curiosity and performance. Drawing on their personal experiences in both filmmaking and paranormal research, Ben, Brienna, and Angela reflect on why healthy skepticism is essential, how it has evolved in the digital age, and why maintaining a thoughtful, measured approach matters when exploring the unexplained.