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In this week’s episode of Whispers from the Mist, we continue our exploration of Ed and Lorraine Warren by taking a closer look at their work through the lens of discernment.

The Warrens became two of the most recognizable figures in paranormal history, and their cases helped to shape the way many people think about hauntings, demonic activity, spiritual protection, and paranormal investigation.

But with a legacy like this, there has also been criticism, conflicting accounts, questions about methodology, and decades of debate over what really happened in some of their most famous cases.

In this conversation, we look at both sides.

We discuss some of the criticisms surrounding Ed and Lorraine Warren, how paranormal investigation has changed over the years, and why it is important to consider the time period in which they were working. We also explore the difference between questioning someone’s methods and dismissing their experiences entirely.

A recent YouTube interview, between paranormal investigator Jason Hawes and Stevi Etes, became an important part of this conversation. His perspective raises questions about evidence, investigation, accountability, and the responsibility paranormal investigators have when sharing extraordinary claims.

At the heart of this episode, there is discernment.

How do we remain open to experiences we may not fully understand while still asking questions?

How do we separate belief from evidence?

And how do we examine conflicting stories without automatically deciding that one side must be completely right and the other completely wrong?

For us, discernment doesn't mean immediately believing something or disbelieving it. It means remaining curious, asking thoughtful questions, considering different perspectives, and allowing room for uncertainty.

Whether you view the Warrens as pioneers, people deeply guided by their faith, controversial investigators, or some combination of all three, their legacy offers an opportunity to think more deeply about how we approach stories of the unexplained.

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Resources Mentioned:

● Jason Hawes – YouTube Interview Discussed in This Episode

https://youtu.be/CS2SPBuSF2Y?is=CnweuyPR_bpHV_Wt

●https://www.youtube.com/jasonhawes

● https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-or-demons-podcast/id1564870921

Other Resources:

● New England Society for Psychic Research

https://warrens.net/

● The Warren Legacy Foundation for Paranormal Research

https://www.warrenlegacyfoundation.com/

● chrismckinnell.com

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