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Poltergeists

Poltergeists

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 Noisy spirits, flying objects and unexplained forces — the history and mystery of poltergeist phenomena.Copyright Podra Network Sciences sociales
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  • Ancient Spirits, Modern Science: Poltergeists Through History

    Ancient Spirits, Modern Science: Poltergeists Through History
    Apr 29 2026
    Journey through centuries of poltergeist documentation in this comprehensive historical exploration. From ancient Roman accounts by Pliny the Younger to medieval chroniclers and Victorian investigators like Harry Price, discover how unexplained phenomena have been recorded and studied across different cultures and time periods. This episode examines famous historical cases including the Drummer of Tedworth (1662), the Cock Lane Ghost investigation involving Samuel Johnson, and the Hydesville rappings that sparked the Spiritualist movement. Learn how modern science approaches these historical accounts, exploring natural explanations like infrasound, geological factors, and psychological phenomena that might account for reported experiences. We investigate how documentation methods evolved from medieval chronicles to systematic scientific investigation, and examine the consistent patterns that appear across cultures and centuries. The episode presents these phenomena as fascinating cultural and historical documents rather than supernatural facts, exploring what poltergeist accounts reveal about human nature and our drive to understand unexplained experiences. Perfect for history enthusiasts, folklore scholars, and anyone interested in how scientific methodology has evolved to approach unexplained phenomena throughout human civilization.
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    5 min
  • Enfield: The Poltergeist That Shocked London

    Enfield: The Poltergeist That Shocked London
    Apr 22 2026
    Explore the infamous Enfield Poltergeist case that captivated London in the late 1970s. This episode examines the documented experiences of the Hodgson family on Green Street, where alleged paranormal phenomena including moving furniture, mysterious voices, and apparent levitations were reported over 18 months. We discuss the investigations by Maurice Grosse and Guy Lyon Playfair from the Society for Psychical Research, the controversial evidence including police testimony and photographs, and the skeptical responses from researchers like Anita Gregory. The case attracted intense media attention and continues to influence popular culture through books, documentaries, and films like The Conjuring 2. We explore how the Enfield case reflects 1970s British social anxieties and examine the ongoing debate between believers and skeptics. The episode analyzes the cultural significance of this well-documented case and its lasting impact on paranormal research and public fascination with unexplained phenomena. Join us for a balanced examination of one of Britain's most famous alleged poltergeist cases, presented through the lens of cultural history and documented testimony.
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    6 min
  • The Bell Witch of Tennessee: America's Most Documented Case

    The Bell Witch of Tennessee: America's Most Documented Case
    Apr 15 2026
    Explore America's most documented supernatural case in this episode about the Bell Witch of Tennessee. Between 1817 and 1821, the Bell family of Robertson County reported experiencing unexplained phenomena that attracted visitors from across the region, including future President Andrew Jackson. This episode examines the historical accounts, eyewitness testimonies, and cultural impact of what many consider the most thoroughly documented paranormal case in American history. We discuss the social and religious context of early 19th century Tennessee, the role of community testimony in preserving these accounts, and how the Bell Witch story influenced American folklore and ghost story traditions. The case involved the Bell family - John, Lucy, and their children - who reported hearing disembodied voices, unexplained sounds, and experiencing what they described as supernatural persecution from an entity they called the Bell Witch. Historical records show dozens of witnesses, including neighbors and community leaders, documented their experiences. The story reached its climax with John Bell's death in 1820, after which the reported phenomena gradually diminished. Today, the Bell Witch case continues to attract researchers, folklorists, and visitors interested in American supernatural history and early rural Tennessee culture.
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    5 min
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