Behavior and Belief

How can a lie become true? In this episode, Dr. Aaron Blaisdell and I create a game show that is actually a giant "human Skinner Box" to observe the formation of superstitious beliefs. And Dr. Samuel Veissière helps me design and perform a placebo reverse exorcism, harnessing the power of belief in both science and religion to convince normal people that a spirit has possessed their bodies.

Writing:
  • Michael Stevens

Stars:
Release Date: 2017-01-18
Seasons: 1 2 3
TMDb: 8.3/10
  • Country: US
  • Language: English
  • Runtime: 30

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