Chinwag #04 Ghost Stories, with Chris Siracuse

Have you ever seen, heard, or felt a ghost? Do you know someone who has? Do you believe in ghosts or think they're a total figment of the imagination? Either way, you'll find this podcast entertaining. Oh, and you might not want to listen to this in the dark. Just saying.

With Halloween just around the corner, in this How To Die Happy Podcast Chinwag, our hosts Martin O'Toole and Chris Siracuse trade ghost stories and talk about the afterlife. From living in a haunted house as a child to communing with an ex-girlfriend's dead aunt, Martin, as it transpires, has had his fair share of spooky experiences.

So, what are ghosts? Ghosts, also known as apparitions, are believed to be the spirits or souls of deceased people that continue to exist in some form after death. Ghost stories and sightings have been around for centuries and continue to fascinate and terrify people to this day. While there's no scientific evidence that ghosts exist, some people believe in them based on personal experiences, religious or cultural beliefs, or as a way to explain unexplained phenomena.

But is there such a thing as life after death? The famous and widely discussed AWARE study, conducted by Dr Sam Parnia and his team, attempted to prove the existence of life after death by studying near-death experiences (NDEs). The study found that some people who were clinically dead had vivid experiences, such as seeing a bright light or encountering deceased loved ones, before being resuscitated. While the study was criticised for its methodology and small sample size, it remains a point of interest for those curious about the possibility of an afterlife.

In this podcast, Martin and Chris share their personal experiences with ghosts and explore the concept of the afterlife. Whether you're a believer or a sceptic, this episode will surely be a spine-tingling ride. So grab your headphones, turn on the lights, and prepare to be entertained (and maybe a little scared).