Oui-Ya pt2

Fact or fiction, the Ouija Board con't

Episode Transcript

Speaker 1 (00:00):
Hello, listeners, I cannot thank you enough for stopping by
for another episode of the Paranormal Activities Podcast, a show
dedicated to all things that go bump in the night.
You should be aware. Today's episode is a continuation of

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last week's episode. We got into a topic too big
for a single episode, the Oiji Board. We talked about
the Wiji Board's history and original creation. We talked about

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the mechanics of the Wiji board. We talked about the
cultural significance and its impact. We've been talked about the
spiritualist belief. If you didn't catch last week's episode, you
missed a lot. You're gonna want to go back and
check it out. Today's episode, we're going to start off

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with a debunking the Luigi Board. Skeptics argue that the
Wigi board does not communicate with spirits, but is simply
a tool for the ideometer effect. Psychological studies have shown

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that participants can unconsciously move the planchet, leading to the
illusion of it being guided by external forces. Researchers have
suggested that even people who believe in the supernatural can

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be influenced by their expectations and desires, which leads to
subconscious movements that spell out messages. In twenty twelve, a
study by doctor Christopher French and others at the University

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of London used blind folded participants in a controlled environment
to show that the movements of the planchet could be
attributed to unconscious finger movements. The study concluded that the
ideometer effect was the primary cause of the planchet's movement,

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not supernatural influences. Such studies have been important in providing
a scientific explanation for Ouigi bord experiences, demonstrating that while
the experience can feel supernatural, it is ultimately the result
of natural psychological phenomena. Despite scientific explanations and skeptical views,

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Wuiji boards remain popular in the New Age practices of
occult rituals and among paranormal enthusiasts. Modern day practitioners of witchcraft,
neo paganism, and occultism often use the Wigi board as
part of their spiritual tool kit, sometimes integrating it into

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larger rituals or devination practices. These modern uses can involve
the Wici board as a means of contacting spirits, seeking
guidance from entities, or performing more elaborate ceremonial magic. For many,

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the Ouiji board is a form of entertainment or social activity.
It is particularly popular during Halloween and has become a
staple of spooky gatherings. In these settings, participants typically use
the board for fun, asking playful questions, or seeking ghost

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stories without believing in any supernatural consequences. Some will view
it as a harmless spooky game, much like a fortune
telling device or a novelty, not connected to any deeper
spiritual belief system. Digital versions of the Luigi board have

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even emerged, where users can interact with virtual boards through websites, apps,
or even through social media platforms. These versions often offer
a similar experience, but instead of a physical planchet, users
click or tap on letters symbols. While some view these

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online versions as less authentic, others find them more accessible,
allowing them to explore the concept without needing a physical board.
One of the most pervasive myths about the Ouiji board
is its ability to summon evil spirits, demonic entities, or

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even cause possession. This narrative has been perpetuated by horror films,
urban legends, and personal accounts of users who claim to
have experienced disturbing phenomena after using the board. Some religious groups,

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particularly those in Christianity, worn against the use of Wigi boards,
label them as tools that invite the devil or evil
spirits into the user's life. The idea of the Wigi
curse is that individuals who use the board may be
subjected to terrible consequences such as possession, disturbing hauntings, or misfortune.

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Many users and believers in the supernatural have rewarded bad experiences,
which further perpetuate the myth of the curse. Stories of
people using the Ouiji board and then experiencing accidents, illnesses,
or strange occurrences have it contributed to the board's fearful reputation.

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While some of these incidents may be coincidental or psychologically influenced,
the fear of a curse remains in deeply ingrained in
popular culture. Religious authorities in various traditions have issued warnings
against the use of Ouiji boards. In Catholicism, for instance,

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some priests perform exorcisms on individuals who they believe are
affected by deemonic forces or possessions caused by their use
of the board. In certain regions, the use of the
Ouiji board has even been banned or has been subject
to spiritual or religious taboos. These prohibitions are often rooted

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in the belief that the board opens a portal too
dangerous uncontrollable entities. One important psychological factor in Ouigi board
sessions is the placebo effect, where patients believe in the
board's ability to communicate with spirits enhances the likelihood of

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them interpreting random movements as meaningful. People often expect certain outcomes,
which can lead them to unconsciously influence the Planchet's movement,
reinforcing their belief in the board's powers. The placebo effect
can be particularly strong in individuals who have a pre

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existing belief in the supernatural, or in those who are
emotionally vulnerable, such as grieving individuals looking foreclosure after the
loss of a loved one. Many people report stronger experiences
with the Ouiji board in group settings, which can be

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explained by group psychology. Social pressure suggestion in the desire
to fit in or impress others can play significant roles
in influencing behavior. The more people involve, the more likely
they are to experience it, say, collective belief in the

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board's power, often leading to more dramatic interpretations of the
Planchet's movement. In some cases, individuals may exaggerate or embellish
experiences for dramatic effect, especially they feel pressure to conform

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to the group's excitement or fear. The fear of the
unknown can lead people to experience heightened emotional responses during
or after using Ouigi board. This could manifest as anxiety, paranoia,
and even panic, especially when users experience unexpected or ambiguous

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movements on the board. Emotional responses to the Wigi board's
alleged paranormal activity can also be influenced by media depictions
of the board, such as films where it is shown
to summon demons or lead to possession. This can create
a condition to fear response among individuals, even if they

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have no personal experience with the board. Unfortunately, that's all
the time that we've got for to day's episode of
the Paranormal Activities Podcast. A show dedicated to the ghosts,
ghouls and goblins out there, but more importantly, a show
dedicated to the listeners. That's you. I can't thank you
enough for a stop bi of another episode and until

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next time,