For over 20 years, psychologist Richard Wiseman has delved deep into the mysterious world of the paranormal, carrying out high profile, and often controversial, investigations into the impossible. In this talk, Wiseman describes some of his more colourful adventures, presenting a scientific look at a range of seemingly paranormal phenomenon, including fire-walking, luck, and a psychic dog. Discover whether such phenomena really exist, how best to promote rational thinking, and why we are all attracted by the lure of strange stuff. Free packet of peanuts for the best question.

Prof Richard Wiseman is based at the University of Hertfordshire, and has gained an international reputation for research into quirky areas of psychology. He has written three best selling books. The Luck Factor, Quirkology, and 59 Seconds. A passionate advocate for science, Prof Wiseman is well known for his media appearances and has spoken at The Royal Society, Microsoft, Caltech, and Google. Over 1 million people have taken part in his mass participation experiments, and his YouTube channel has received over 10 million views. Most recently, the Independent on Sunday listed Prof Wiseman as one of the top 100 people who make Britain a better place to live.

NB: This talk is not on our usual first Wednesday of the month, but is a one-off event for 20th October. The date above is correct!

NB2: This talk will be at The Mile Castle, NOT at the Bridge Hotel. The Mile Castle used to be The Sports Cafe - if you are using Google Streetview to find your way round, look for The Sports Cafe on the corner of Westgate Road and Grainger Street.