1030: Exorcism | Skeptical Sunday

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🗓️ 11 August 2024

⏱️ 62 minutes

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If you're possessed by curiosity about the efficacy of exorcisms to eradicate evils or illnesses, Andrew Gold compels you to enjoy this Skeptical Sunday!

Welcome to Skeptical Sunday, a special edition of The Jordan Harbinger Show where Jordan and a guest break down a topic that you may have never thought about, open things up, and debunk common misconceptions. This time around, we’re joined by On the Edge host Andrew Gold!

On This Week's Skeptical Sunday:

Exorcism gained widespread popularity after the release of the movie The Exorcist in 1973, which dramatically influenced beliefs about demonic possession and exorcism practices worldwide.
While exorcism is not scientifically valid, it can sometimes provide temporary relief through placebo effects, adrenaline rushes, and psychological catharsis. However, these effects are typically short-lived and do not address underlying mental health issues.
Exorcism practices can be dangerous, with some cases resulting in injury or death, particularly when performed on vulnerable individuals or used as a substitute for proper medical and psychological care.
The Catholic Church and other religious institutions have embraced exorcism to varying degrees, with some offering training courses and appointing official exorcists, despite the lack of scientific evidence supporting its efficacy.
To protect yourself and others from potential harm, it's important to educate yourself about mental health, recognize the signs of psychological distress, and seek professional medical and psychological help when needed. By understanding the underlying causes of behavioral issues, we can promote more effective and scientifically backed approaches to healing and personal growth.
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1:04.5	us in your Spotify app to get started today we got a little bit of a goollish
1:07.9	episode of skeptical Sunday the movie the Exorcist believer believer came out recently and I might as well use my cold voice, right?
1:15.8	Believer.
1:16.8	Came out recently and it got me thinking, where did this whole exorcism thing start?
1:21.4	Is it even a real thing? Is it just a movie? And dare I ask,
1:25.0	does it actually work? And is it dangerous?
1:28.0	With me today is the host of the Herritics Podcast, formerly known as On The Edge.
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