About this episode
The Amazing Kreskin demonstrates his mentalist abilities and discusses the psychology of perception and suggestion. Kreskin examines the power of the mind and how mentalism exploits human psychological patterns. The conversation explores whether Kreskin uses genuine psychic abilities or relies on sophisticated psychological techniques. Kreskin discusses his most famous demonstrations including finding hidden objects and reading audience minds. The discussion addresses the fine line between entertainment and claims of genuine paranormal abilities. Kreskin examines how easily perception can be manipulated and what this reveals about consciousness. The broadcast explores Kreskin's skepticism about some paranormal claims despite his own seemingly impossible demonstrations. Kreskin discusses the responsibility of mentalists and whether suggesting psychic powers when using techniques is ethical. The conversation addresses whether some of Kreskin's feats exceed psychological explanation and might represent genuine psi. Kreskin examines what mentalism reveals about human perception, attention, and the power of suggestion.