Video - Spiritism Sensation: Séances, Celebrities, and Deception in 19th Century Latin America!

Did you know that in the late 19th century, Espiritismo, or Spiritism, became wildly popular in Latin America? People believed they could communicate with the spirits of the dead through mediums. Séances were the new social events, and mediums became overnight celebrities. One famous medium, Eusapia Palladino, even convinced Nobel Prize-winning scientists that she could levitate tables and summon spirits. But here's the twist: she was later caught using her foot to move objects! So, next time you think about contacting the other side, remember – it might just be a case of "footloose and fancy-free" spirits! Have you ever attended a séance? Let us know in the comments!