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Harry Houdini vs. The Spiritualists: A Magician's Crusade to Fight Phonies - Part 1

Magic and mysticism. Spirits and skeptics. This week on Beef, legendary illusionist and escapologist Harry Houdini pulls back the curtain on the psuedo-scientific, semi-religious Spiritualist movement of the 19th century. Learn more about Jim Steinmeyer's incredible career and one-of-kind design work at his website. And order a copy of Prof. Richard Wiseman's book Paranormality: Why We See What Isn't There Hosted by ⁠Bridget Todd⁠ Written by Nicole Walkow-Benedi Showrunning, Editing & Sound Design by Pete Musto Produced by James "Sam" Levine Created by Executive Producer Jeremiah Tittle Find out more about all of Next Chapter Podcasts' incredible content at ⁠nextchapterpodcasts.com⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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