Deeper Lore: 263 (61, 78, & 215)
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This episode of Deeper Lore delves into the intriguing connection between the renowned detective Sherlock Holmes and the world of spiritualism. Host Aaron explains that the creator of Sherlock Holmes, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, was a fervent believer in spiritualism, a belief system that holds that spirits of the dead can communicate with the living through mediums. This episode contrasts Conan Doyle's logical detective stories with his personal interest in mediums, seances, and the supernatural. The episode then recommends three Lore episodes related to spiritualism: Episode 61 "Labor Pains" about John Murray Spear and his "God Machine," Episode 78 "Exposure" exploring Spirit Photography and William Mummler, and Episode 215 "Mind Over Matter" focusing on a controversial figure in the spiritualist movement. These recommendations provide listeners with a deeper dive into the history and practices of spiritualism, offering a fascinating exploration of the supernatural and its influence on popular culture.
Outlines
Deeper Lore: Exploring the Supernatural
This episode introduces Deeper Lore, a bonus series that recommends related content based on recent Lore episodes. It focuses on the connection between Sherlock Holmes and spiritualism, highlighting Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's fascination with the supernatural.
Deeper Lore: Sherlock Holmes and Spiritualism
This chapter explores Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's personal interest in spiritualism, contrasting his logical detective stories with his belief in mediums, seances, and the supernatural.
Recommended Episodes: Spiritualism in Lore
This chapter recommends three Lore episodes related to spiritualism: Episode 61 "Labor Pains," Episode 78 "Exposure," and Episode 215 "Mind Over Matter." These episodes offer a deeper dive into the history and practices of spiritualism.
Keywords
Spiritualism
A belief system that holds that spirits of the dead can communicate with the living through mediums. It gained popularity in the 19th century and involved practices like séances and spirit photography.
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
A British author best known for creating the fictional detective Sherlock Holmes. He was also a strong believer in spiritualism and wrote extensively about the subject.
Seance
A gathering where participants attempt to communicate with spirits through a medium. It involves rituals, often in dimly lit rooms, and the use of tools like Ouija boards.
Medium
A person believed to have the ability to communicate with spirits. They act as intermediaries between the living and the dead, often channeling messages or performing spiritual healing.
Spirit Photography
A pseudoscientific practice claiming to capture the images of spirits in photographs. It was popular in the late 19th century and involved techniques like double exposures and manipulation.
John Murray Spear
A 19th-century American spiritualist who believed he was destined to prepare the way for a new Messiah. He built a device called the "God Machine" to facilitate this mission.
William Mummler
A prominent figure in the field of Spirit Photography in the 19th century. He claimed to capture images of spirits in his photographs, but his work was later exposed as fraudulent.
Deeper Lore
A bonus episode series for the Lore podcast that provides recommendations for related content based on the most recent episode.
Q&A
What is Deeper Lore and what is its purpose?
Deeper Lore is a bonus episode series that provides recommendations for related content based on the most recent episode of Lore. It aims to help listeners explore deeper into specific topics and discover new episodes they might enjoy.
How does Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's interest in spiritualism contrast with his Sherlock Holmes stories?
While Conan Doyle wrote logical detective stories featuring Sherlock Holmes, he was personally fascinated by spiritualism, believing in mediums, seances, and the supernatural. This contrast highlights the duality of his personality and interests.
What are some of the key figures and practices associated with spiritualism?
Key figures include John Murray Spear, who believed he was a spiritual messenger, and William Mummler, a prominent spirit photographer. Practices include séances, where participants attempt to communicate with spirits, and spirit photography, which claimed to capture images of spirits.
Show Notes
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (263: Elementary) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
- Episode 61: LorePodcast.com/episodes/61
- Episode 78: LorePodcast.com/episodes/78
- Episode 215: LorePodcast.com/episodes/215
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Lore Resources:
- Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music
- Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources
- All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com
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