The Oujia board, also known as a witch board or spirit board, is simple and elegant. The board itself is printed with letters and numbers, while a roughly heart-shaped device called a planchette slides over the board. The game was created in the 1890s and sold to...
Investigation
Scientific Paranormal Investigation Equipment
On television and in films when paranormal investigators or ghost hunters are depicted, they often are seen using all sorts of high-tech gadgetry in the search for the unknown. HERE is a look at what's in my investigation kit!
Study Finds Weight Discrimination Surprisingly Rare
Encouraging new study finds that weight discrimination is rare, not common: Most people report experiencing no harassment, insults, or boorish behavior due to their weight, and only 5% report being discriminated against because of their body size. You can read my...
Why is Ebola So Scary?
Why is Ebola so scary? For various interesting psychological and sociological reasons... My new article on it for Discovery News is HERE.
Whatever happened to the viral "Bring Back Our Girls" campaign earlier this year? My article on Boko Haram and the forgotten captives, in which I explain why little has been done, and why buying the girls' freedom would probably be the best option but won't happen....
Appearance on Edge of the Unknown Radio Show
My recent guest appearance on The Edge of the Unknown Radio Show is now up, wherein I discuss skepticism, investigations, and some mysteries covered in my new book. Check it out HERE!
Food Babe’s Ingredient Attacks Draw Backlash
HERE'S a good piece about "The Food Babe," whose pseudoscientific foodie fearmongering I wrote about earlier this year...
Man Claims AIDS Scare Legend Came to Life
Seattle man reports being attacked by a woman with an HIV-infected needle: It sounds like an urban legend come to life--but is it? My article and analysis is now on Discovery News, you can read it HERE!
Colombian Girls Blame Vaccine for Mysterious Symptoms
Hundreds of Colombian girls and their families are blaming HPV vaccines for mysterious symptoms. An interesting blend of anti-vaccination conspiracy and mass hysteria, you can read my article on it HERE.
Interviewed in “Albuquerque: The Magazine” This Month
In the current issue of "Albuquerque: The Magazine" I'm interviewed in a one-page feature in the Culture section talking about my investigations and new book Mysterious New Mexico! Check it out!