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EPISODE · Feb 6, 2026 · 1H 11M

Will O' The Wisps Part 1 or "Don't Go Into The Light!"

from Lauren and PJ Do Science · host Lauren and PJ Do Science

What is a Will O’ The Wisps — folklore, illusion, or explainable science?In this episode, Lauren and PJ explore the history, mythology, and scientific explanations behind the mysterious lights known as Will O’ The Wisps. We break down where the legends came from, why people across cultures reported seeing them, and how modern science explains the phenomenon through chemistry, environmental conditions, and human perception.Before diving into the main topic, PJ shares a quick story about his recent cruise to the Bahamas — which, despite expectations, took place during some of the coldest weather the islands have ever experienced, because his luck is well… unfortunately consistent.In this episode, we try to separate myth from reality so you can decide if its a paranormal phenomenon or something with a perfectly good scientific explanation. #WillOTheWisp#Science#Folklore#STEM

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