Chris French: podcast appearances and interviews

Christopher (Chris) Charles French is a British psychologist specializing in anomalistic psychology, with an emphasis on understanding paranormal beliefs and anomalous experiences. He is a Professor Emeritus of Psychology at Goldsmiths College, University of London, and the founder of the Anomalistic Psychology Research Unit, established in 2000. Throughout his career, French has explored various paranormal phenomena including psychic abilities, ghosts, UFO abductions, and astrology. He emphasizes the need to understand the psychological factors behind why individuals believe in the paranormal and promotes serious investigation of these claims. French is actively involved in academia, teaching courses on psychology, parapsychology, and pseudoscience, and has published numerous articles and book chapters in reputable psychology journals. His work has been presented at various conferences and symposia. In addition to his research, French is known for his contributions to science communication. He has served as the Editor-in-Chief of The Skeptic magazine and authored columns for The Guardian newspaper. French frequently appears on radio and television programs, providing skeptical perspectives on paranormal claims and participating in documentaries and discussion panels. His efforts aim to foster a scientific understanding of paranormal phenomena and to challenge misconceptions through evidence-based inquiry.