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The Enfield Poltergeist: a sceptic speaks

February 13, 2017September 22, 2026 Deborah 10148 Views

The TV series ‘The Enfield Haunting’ was based on supposed poltergeist activity. But what does science say about such phenomena? … continue at The Guardian

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Folklore of the malign and macabre. Former Ed. @TheSkepticMag. Regular #Uncanny expert. Fellow: Committee for Skeptical Inquiry. Patron: Humanists UK.

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9 Oct

Final reminder! Next up at @GreenwichSitP: @deb_cohen "Bad Influence: How the Internet Hijacked Our Health" at 7:30pm, 12/10/26, at the Plume of Feathers, 19 Park Vista, Greenwich, London SE10 9LZ. Free, open to all, no need to book.

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7 Oct

My new book exploring the darker side of Hull's fairs. Out now on Lulu.

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5 Oct

Was delighted yesterday to introduce Jack Maden of @philosophybreak at @conwayhall. Great talk and a full house!

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4 Oct

Bags all packed ready for tonight's ghost walk. Taking in Hull's magnificent history, mystery, myth and more. Still spaces available. Only £5 each.

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