18 Oct 2025
55m

Selects: How ESP Works (?)

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Stuff You Should Know

This is a podcast episode of "Stuff You Should Know" where Josh and Chuck discuss the topic of ESP (Extrasensory Perception). They delve into the history of ESP research, including the work of J.B. Rhine and the use of Zener cards. They explore different types of ESP, such as telepathy, clairvoyance, and precognition, and discuss various experiments and theories related to ESP, including those by Daryl Bem. They also address skeptical viewpoints and alternative explanations for ESP phenomena, such as coincidence, subliminal perception, and hyper-observance. Finally, they share personal anecdotes and discuss the CIA's past involvement in ESP research before concluding with listener mail.

Outlines

Part 1: Introduction to ESP

Part 2: Theories and Evidence

Part 3: Skepticism and Modern Experiments

Part 4: Objectivity and Listener Feedback

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