2.3: Most Haunted (Spooktacular Science)

When you’re talking about the paranormal and the science behind ghosts ‘who ya gonna call?’ Well it turns out that would be Chris French - our ghostbusting expert this week is the Professor behind the ‘Haunt’ project; an attempt to build a haunted room.  Tune in to discover what we found when we visited Shepton Mallet Prison, the UK’s oldest and most haunted prison, in search of ghosts…Plus, we discuss the science behind magic pendulums, ghostly rituals and haunted houses. Listen out for our proposal for the Brisdion-Collins ghost particle - surely a new breakthrough in physics?Hosted and produced by Emma Brisdion and Karen Collins.Support us on Patreon and get access to heaps of bonus content every month: https://www.patreon.com/smallscreenscience If you enjoyed the episode please leave us a review (five stars would be perfect, thanks) as it really helps new listeners find the podcast.For more, read our science blog and find out what else we learned from our expert guests on our website www.smallscreenscience.co.uk.And don't forget to follow us on social media! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

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Explore the unusual and unexpected science behind your favourite TV shows, with Karen Collins and Emma Brisdion. From the forensic pathology in Silent Witness to the science of attraction that underpins Love Island.