Ghosts, Sociology & the Paranormal: Inside the Mind of Dr Rachael Ironside

14/08/2025 1h 10min Episodio 336
Ghosts, Sociology & the Paranormal: Inside the Mind of Dr Rachael Ironside

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What happens when academic expertise meets the unexplained? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Rachael Ironside, a doctor of sociology who has also previously lead chilling ghost tours and conducts hands-on paranormal investigations. We explore how sociology can help explain our fascination with ghosts, the cultural impact of hauntings, and the real-life experiences that blur the line between science and the supernatural.From haunted history and spirit encounters to the psychology behind belief in the paranormal, this conversation offers a rare blend of scholarly insight and spine-tingling storytelling. Whether you’re a ghost hunter, history buff, or curious sceptic, you’ll discover how the social sciences can shed new light on the shadows of the unknown.----------------------------------------ghost tours, paranormal investigations, sociology of the paranormal, haunted history, ghost stories, sociology podcast, paranormal podcast, haunted tours, paranormal research, supernatural experiences

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