Grounded in spiritualist practices, early parapsychology was shaped by pioneers whose methods continue to influence modern research today.
The Spiritualists’ Role in Early Parapsychology
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Spiritualism in World War I: Soldiers’ Ghosts
World War I’s spiritualism offered soldiers solace through ghost sightings, revealing how faith and grief intertwined amidst wartime chaos.
The Early Use of Ouija Boards in Parlor Games
What role did Ouija boards play in Victorian parlor games, and how did their mysterious origins influence their lasting cultural appeal?
The Spiritualist Movement in 19th Century America
Navigating 19th-century America’s spiritual upheaval, the Spiritualist Movement challenged conventions and empowered women—discover how it transformed society and what it reveals today.
The Rise of Victorian Seance Culture
Perhaps the most intriguing aspect of Victorian seance culture is how it transformed society’s beliefs about life, death, and the supernatural—continue reading to uncover why.
The Fox Sisters and the Birth of Modern Spiritualism
Spirited and controversial, the Fox Sisters’ haunting legacy transformed spiritualism forever—discover how their mysterious origins continue to influence beliefs today.
The Winchester Mystery House Séances
Jump into the haunting world of Winchester Mystery House séances and discover the secrets behind its spooky connections to spirits and mysticism.
Edison’s “Spirit Phone”: A Ghost Gadget of the 1920s
Notable for blending innovation and mystique, Edison’s “Spirit Phone” remains a fascinating legend that invites further exploration into his true intentions.
Houdini’s War on Fake Mediums (1920s)
Noble and relentless, Houdini’s 1920s crusade against fake mediums revealed shocking tricks that forever changed how we view the supernatural.
The Fox Sisters and the Birth of Spiritualism (1848)
Witness how the Fox Sisters’ 1848 séances ignited Spiritualism, forever changing beliefs about communicating with the afterlife and inspiring countless spiritual movements.
