In this podcast episode, Ann welcomes Dr. Josh Bullock from Kingston University and Dr. Caroline Starkey from the University of Leeds to discuss their groundbreaking research project, "Weekday Worldviews: The Patrons, Promise and Payoff of Psychic Nights in England." Dr. Bullock brings a sceptical perspective while Dr. Starkey is a firm believer in the psychic realm. Their collaboration sheds light on the profound experiences people have at pub psychic events, revealing a deeper connection beyond mere entertainment. Despite initial funding challenges, their project, now supported by the Templeton Religions Trust, explores the intersection of belief systems, well-being, and the paranormal, aiming to understand the significance of psychic culture in contemporary society. LINK TO SURVEY https://www.weekdayworldviews.com/  (open to general public including those who identify as Spiritualists but not those who are professional psychics/mediums) The Twitter page for the research project is @PubPsychic.  Dr Caroline Starkey is on Twitter @caro_starkey and her profile on the University of Leeds website is here: https://leeds.academia.edu/CarolineStarkey Dr Josh Bullock is on Twitter @JoshBullock and his profile on Kingston University’s website is here: https://www.kingston.ac.uk/staff/profile/dr-josh-bullock-1052/ Support the showTweet us at: https://twitter.com/Psychic_Matters instagram us at: https://www.instagram.com/psychicmatters/ TikTok us at: https://www.tiktok.com/@psychicmatters YouTube us at: https://www.youtube.com/@psychicmatters/featured Facebook us at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychicmatters LEAVE A REVIEW: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/psychic-matters-1022002 MERCH: https://psychic-matters.teemill.com/ - buy your hoodies and Tees here! DEAF FRIENDLY: If you'd like to get the links & show notes, including a complete transcription, head to www.anntheato.com www.patreon.com LEAVE A TIP: https://ann-theato.ck.page/products/psychic-matters-podcast-tip-jar BUY ME A COFFEE: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/psychicmatters CREDITS: Reach by Christopher Lloyd Clarke. Licensed by Enlightened Audio. Thank you for listening to Psychic Matters!