The Science Behind Mysteries

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

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.

Ep. 7 - The Worldwide Hum Phenomenon: The Mystery of Earth's Unexplained Noise w/ Dr. Glen MacPherson

In this episode, we discuss the worldwide hum phenomenon, covering the mysterious noise worldwide with Dr. Glen Macpherson, the founder of the global Hum Map and Database. Together, we unravel everything from the reasons for the hum to the reality of how it’s been meddled up and confused with misinformation and pseudosciences.

Ep. 6 - The Wonders of Outer Space: Aliens, Intelligent Beings, and the Quest for Discovery w/ Dr. Avi Loeb

In this episode, we discuss the state of civilisations beyond Earth, including aliens and intelligent beings with Dr. Avi Loeb, a widely-recognised theoretical physicist known as an expert on astrophysics and cosmology, as well as the leading figure behind research into extraterrestrial life. Together, we unravel everything from the state of Earth's current operations into the matter, including the possibility of existence for aliens and life outside space.

Ep. 5 - The Enigma of the Hessdalen Lights: A Scientific Investigation 2 w/ Dr. Erling Strand

In this episode, we discuss some of the science and theories associated with the enigma of the Hessdalen lights with Dr. Erling Strand, a pioneer in the scientific study of unexplained atmospheric phenomena. Together, we unravel everything from the appearance of the Hessdalen lights to the theories behind the lights, backed by years and years of groundbreaking research.

Ep. 4 - The Enigma of the Hessdalen Lights: A Scientific Investigation w/ Dr. Massimo Teodorani

In this episode, we discuss some of the science and research behind the enigma of the Hessdalen lights with Dr. Massimo Teodorani, an Italian astrophysicist with over 40 published scientific papers and research on high-energy astrophysical phenomena such as pulsars, supernovae, and gamma-ray bursts. Together, we unravel everything from the appearance of the Hessdalen lights to the facts derived from years of research sure to guide us towards the truth.

Ep. 3 - Sliding Rocks on Racetrack Playa: The Geophysical Effects of Nature w/ Dr. Richard Norris

In this episode, we discuss the truth behind the sliding rocks on Racetrack Playa with Dr. Richard Norris, an expert in the scientific field who currently serves as the Curator of the Geological Collections at Scripps and the Academic Director of the UC San Diego Natural Reserve System. Together, we unravel everything from the truth behind the long trails following the sliding rocks to the effect this cutting-edge research could have on similar phenomena.

Ep. 2 - The Cuban Sonic Weapon: A Case of Mass Psychogenic Illness w/ Dr. Robert Bartholomew

In this episode, we discuss the truth behind the Cuban sonic weapon with Dr. Robert Bartholomew, a leading expert on mass hysteria and mass psychogenic illness. Together, we unravel everything from the source of the high-pitched noise to the truth behind the dizziness and headache symptoms.

Ep. 1 - Introductions

Welcome- introductory episode to "The Science Behind Mysteries" podcast.