Understanding Pareidolia in Ghost Hunting: Tips and Techniques
In this episode of the Ghost Hunter Advice podcast, host Tanner delves into the phenomenon of pareidolia – where the brain perceives patterns in random information – and its impact on ghost hunting. Tanner discusses common misperceptions in photographs, video, and audio recordings, providing detailed techniques on how to analyze and debunk potential false positives. He emphasizes the importance of critical thinking, proper investigative techniques, and effective communication with clients. Tanner also offers practical advice on training new investigators and handling conflicts arising from pareidolia-related evidence.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:35 Understanding Pareidolia
03:16 Photographic Evidence
07:30 Video Evidence
09:54 Audio Evidence
15:01 Best Practices and Team Training
17:15 Client Interactions and Conclusion
Critical Thinking Resource: https://www.sealyisd.com/common/pages/DisplayFile.aspx?itemId=9144764
Critical Think Resource 2: https://videa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/81-Fun-critical-Thinking-activities.pdf
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