What prompted the idea for the course? My training and professional work have been in Mesoamerican archaeology, but I’ve had a lifelong fascination with paranormal concepts. In fact, I considered ...

Paranormal beliefs create a sense of control, predictability and comfort in uncertain times, according to academic studies. That doesn’t explain why some people find them more appealing than others, ...

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Understanding paranormal beliefs and conspiracy theories isn’t just about misinformation — this course unpacks the history ...