Experimental

Medium

Exploring the history and practices

of Spiritualism and mediumship

Welcome to The Experimental Medium, a unique space where the forgotten histories of Spiritualism and Mediumship come alive.

Through deep exploration of spirit communication, séance traditions, and the pioneers of Mediumship Development, we reveal rare insights, archival records, and personal accounts that shaped the etheric frontier. Whether you're discovering The Experimental Medium Podcast, diving into historical phenomena, or seeking to develop your own mediumistic abilities, our content bridges past and present to guide your spiritual journey.

Latest Articles on Mediumship Practices

Materialization Phenomena in Victorian Séances: Spirits That Took Form

In the dim glow of Victorian séance rooms, witnesses claimed to see spirits take on tangible, human forms. Known as materialization, this phenomenon was the pinnacle of physical mediumship—where ectoplasm shaped the unseen into visible figures. Explore the most dramatic and debated events of Spiritualism's golden age.

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Unlocking the Secrets of Physical Mediumship

Physical mediumship produces tangible phenomena like levitations, spirit raps, and materializations through a medium’s body. The 1877 text Visions of the Beyond highlights medium Anna D. Loucks’ work, showing spirits guiding souls, healing, and teaching. It stresses moral readiness and compassionate intent, setting true mediumship apart from spectacle. This historic insight reveals physical mediumship’s deep spiritual purpose and healing potential.

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