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American writer, investigator, and skeptic (born 1970)
Benjamin Radford (born October 2, 1970) is an American writer, investigator, and skeptic. He has authored, coauthored or contributed to over twenty books
Benjamin_Radford
American paranormal investigators and authors
evidence and called it "blarney". Skeptical investigators Joe Nickell and Benjamin Radford concluded that the better-known hauntings, Amityville and the Snedeker
Ed_and_Lorraine_Warren
Legendary creature in folklore of the Americas
provided in page 179 of Benjamin Radford's book, Tracking the Chupacabra: The Vampire Beast in Fact, Fiction, and Folklore. Radford's chart highlights ten
Chupacabra
Mythical creature in British Columbia, Canada
movie camera to capture the object. A 2005 investigation conducted by Benjamin Radford with Joe Nickell and John Kirk for the National Geographic Channel
Ogopogo
Book by Benjamin Radford
Folklore is a non-fiction book by Benjamin Radford, an American writer and investigator. The book documents Radford's five-year investigation into accounts
Tracking_the_Chupacabra
1959 unsolved deaths in the Soviet Union
them. Reviewing a sensationalist "Yeti" hypothesis, US skeptic author Benjamin Radford suggests an avalanche as more plausible: that the group woke up in
Dyatlov_Pass_incident
Purported miracle in 1917
scientific knowledge regarding the behavior of the Sun. Science writer Benjamin Radford points out that "The sun did not really dance in the sky. We know this
Miracle_of_the_Sun
Social network cyberbullying phenomenon
on two counts of inciting suicide of a minor. Commentators such as Benjamin Radford have pointed out that sensationalized stories in world news regarding
Blue_Whale_Challenge
widespread attention and many improbable suggestions as to its origin. Benjamin Radford, a managing editor of Skeptical Inquirer investigated the sighting
Santa_Fe_courthouse_ghost
Good luck charm
particular attributes (e.g., by a cross-eyed man). It has been suggested by Benjamin Radford that the rabbit's foot could be connected to a European good luck charm
Rabbit's_foot
Encyclopedia: A Critical Encyclopedia. ABC-CLIO. ISBN 978-0-313-35508-0. Radford, Benjamin (2011). Tracking the Chupacabra: The Vampire Beast in Fact, Fiction
List_of_cryptids
Urban legend based on a region in North Atlantic
waters for shipping, but the Bermuda Triangle was not among them. Benjamin Radford, an author and scientific paranormal investigator, noted in an interview
Bermuda_Triangle
2026 conspiracy theory
"patterns in random noise". That explanation was echoed by writer Benjamin Radford who characterized the conspiracy theory as "mystery-mongering data
Missing scientists conspiracy theory
Missing_scientists_conspiracy_theory
Internet hoax
panic: a sensationalized hoax fuelled by unverified media reports. Benjamin Radford stated that "the Blue Whale Game and the Momo Challenge have all the
Momo_Challenge_hoax
2004 American paranormal reality television series
explanation to their experiences," said Mr. Radford, who also investigates ghostly claims. Radford, Benjamin (November 12, 2004). "Reality Check: Ghost
Ghost_Hunters_(TV_series)
Small fastener
Button on Opposite Sides". Smithsonian. Retrieved November 6, 2022. Benjamin Radford (July 6, 2010). "Why Are Men's and Women's Buttons on Opposite Sides
Button
2024 American absurdist fantasy drama film
indicating "generally favorable" reviews. In his review, investigator Benjamin Radford describes how the movie incorporates "some common Bigfoot tropes and
Sasquatch_Sunset
Modern urban legend
animals, caused from the reflection of light from bright light sources. Benjamin Radford points out that the only report of glowing "red eyes" was secondhand
Mothman
American businessman and UFO conspiracy theorist
Lazar's lies propelled Area 51 into the public's consciousness." — Benjamin Radford, Live Science Lazar claims to be a physicist and to have worked in
Bob_Lazar
Archaeological find
the adult female was not the child's mother. Paranormal researcher Benjamin Radford states that often "anything not immediately explainable or obvious
Starchild_skull
Alleged case of paranormal activity
material. Reviewing the case four decades later, investigator and skeptic Benjamin Radford concluded the events experienced by Bither revolved around a distressed
Doris_Bither_case
Urban legend
exorcisms, and place charms at the base of fig trees, or sacrifice goats. Benjamin Radford interviewed doctors at Zanzibar Medical Group (Zanzibar's main hospital)
Popobawa
Allegedly unexplained human incineration
attempt to explain how SHC might occur without an external flame source. Benjamin Radford, science writer and deputy editor of the science magazine Skeptical
Spontaneous_human_combustion
Surname list
Benjamin Radford (born 1970), United States science writer and journalist Bob Radford (1943–2004), Australian cricket administrator Brendan Radford (fl
Radford_(surname)
Discredited American biochemist
to respond to eight questions prepared by the Center for Inquiry, Benjamin Radford and Paul Offit about the accuracy of Mikovits' claims, producer Mikki
Judy_Mikovits
Alleged lake monster in Lake Champlain, United States
Archived from the original on 2005-03-02. Retrieved 25 October 2009. Radford, Benjamin; Nickell, Joe (2006-05-05). Lake Monster Mysteries: Investigating
Champ_(folklore)
Forest spirit of Khanty and Mansi mythology
of the parallel forest world". According to skeptical investigator Benjamin Radford, a 2014 Discovery Channel program that suggested a menk was responsible
Menk
United States historic landmark in New Mexico
backstage pipes to appease him. While investigating the legend, writer Benjamin Radford determined that the performance of A Christmas Carol in question actually
KiMo_Theater
Investigating reportedly haunted locations for ghosts
investigator Benjamin Radford, most ghost-hunting groups, including The Atlantic Paranormal Society, make many methodological mistakes. According to Radford, "[a]fter
Ghost_hunting
American psychic and author (1936–2013)
large social media platforms such as Kim Kardashian. Investigator Benjamin Radford and others dismissed the one-paragraph prediction as too generic, and
Sylvia_Browne
Fire hazard of clothed human body
human combustion had taken place near an open fireplace or chimney. Benjamin Radford, deputy editor of the science magazine Skeptical Inquirer, questioned
Wick_effect
2006 psychological horror film
addiction and the hell that addicts put themselves and others through." Benjamin Radford, a psychologist at the Center for Inquiry, wrote of the film's depiction
Bug_(2006_film)
American documentary comedy horror film
future, and the role it has had in contemporary American pop culture. Benjamin Radford (as himself) D.B. Lambert (as himself and "Wrinkles the Clown") Unidentified
Wrinkles_the_Clown
Builder of Coral Castle
Can't Is Dead: The Story of the Coral Castle. Homestead, Florida. Benjamin Radford. Mystery of the Coral Castle Explained. Live Science, November 8, 2013
Edward_Leedskalnin
Conspiracy theory about contrails
13 October 2005. Archived from the original (PDF) on 6 March 2013. Radford, Benjamin (March–April 2009). "Curious contrails: death from the sky?". Skeptical
Chemtrail_conspiracy_theory
2006 non-fiction book by Louann Brizendine
review in Nature. Cordelia Fine, in her book Delusions of Gender. Benjamin Radford. Robin Marantz Henig in The New York Times. Brizendine was given the
The_Female_Brain_(book)
Pseudoscience that studies creatures
and Why It Matters. Columbia University Press. ISBN 978-0231511421 Radford, Benjamin. 2014. "Bigfoot at 50: Evaluating a Half-Century of Bigfoot Evidence"
Cryptozoology
Pattern in a crop field
of circles". BBC News. 17 August 2001. Retrieved 8 February 2007. Benjamin Radford (8 June 2010). "'Beautiful Math Equation' Found in Crop Circle". LiveScience
Crop_circle
House or other building perceived as being inhabited by spirits
the most common paranormal beliefs around the world, according to Benjamin Radford in his book Investigating Ghosts: The Scientific Search for Spirits
Haunted_house
Spread of illness without organic cause
reports suggested thousands of children were affected, research by Benjamin Radford and sociologist Robert Bartholomew revealed a more complex picture
Mass_psychogenic_illness
Projective psychological test created in 1921
also welcomed by critics who consider the test to be pseudoscience. Benjamin Radford, editor of Skeptical Inquirer magazine, stated that the Rorschach "has
Rorschach_test
Psychic ability
no evidence of telepathy was observed. The skeptical investigator Benjamin Radford has noted that "Despite decades of research trying to prove telepathy
Telepathy
Claimed ability to attract objects to human skin
by magnetism and uses a different kind of physical effect. Skeptic Benjamin Radford has used a compass to check the magnetic field of a person that claimed
Human_magnetism
Jamaican legend
Church to "Anne Palmer". An investigation of the legend in 2007 by Benjamin Radford concluded that the story was fictionalized and modelled on the title
Annie Palmer (White Witch of Rose Hall)
Annie_Palmer_(White_Witch_of_Rose_Hall)
2009 film
skeptical investigator Benjamin Radford, there is "little or no proof that anything supernatural occurred at the house." Radford wrote that author Ray
The_Haunting_in_Connecticut
Conspiracy theories about the pharmaceutical industry
drugs by financially pressuring researchers and journals. Skeptic Benjamin Radford, while conceding there is "certainly a grain of truth" to these claims
Big Pharma conspiracy theories
Big_Pharma_conspiracy_theories
Defendants in a 1969–70 trial
Fales, Benjamin Radford, Thomas W. Neumann, Craig Shimabukuro, Bo Taylor, David A. Baker, Richard Bosciano, Terry Gross, Donna Gripe, Benjamin Ortiz,
Chicago_Seven
English rock band
used as the theme song for the Squaring the Strange podcast hosted by Benjamin Radford and Pascual Romero. They selected it because of their fondness for
Shriekback
Claims regarding the 2012 mass shooting
sister's dress. Writing about the Sandy Hook conspiracy theories, Benjamin Radford argued that most conspiracy theorists who allege contradictions in
Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting conspiracy theories
Sandy_Hook_Elementary_School_shooting_conspiracy_theories
English writer (1931–2013)
wrote that it "does nothing to advance research into the paranormal". Benjamin Radford has written that Wilson had a "bias toward mystery-mongering" and that
Colin_Wilson
Daily newspaper in New York City from 1835 to 1924
The Sunday Times. Retrieved January 19, 2025. Robert E. Bartholomew; Benjamin Radford (October 19, 2011). The Martians Have Landed!: A History of Media-Driven
The_New_York_Herald
Removal of bodily organs without consent
organ trafficking, there have been few proven cases of organ theft. Benjamin Radford, an American skeptical investigator, has emphasized the complexity
Organ_theft
Fictitious bird resulting from a hoax
Cryptozoology. ABC-CLIO. p. 543. ISBN 978-1-57607-283-7. Retrieved 2020-05-08. Benjamin Radford (2002). "Bigfoot at 50: Evaluating a Half-Century of Bigfoot Evidence"
Giant_penguin_hoax
Fictional character
lower self-esteem than the girls who had photos of Emme. However, Benjamin Radford noted that the answer may not be this simple since this research also
Barbie
Malaysian ghost
human warlock rather than a supernatural creature. Science writer Benjamin Radford described the tales as "rooted in myth and folklore" and characterized
Orang_Minyak
Claimed cold fusion reactor
independently verified. Of a January demonstration, Discovery Channel analyst Benjamin Radford wrote that "If this all sounds fishy to you, it should," and that "In
Energy_Catalyzer
Supernatural being originating in folklore
evidence – not of another world, but of this real and natural one." Benjamin Radford from the Committee for Skeptical Inquiry and author of the 2017 book
Ghost
American ufologist (born 1950)
National Press Club in Washington D.C. According to skeptical author Benjamin Radford, Hasting's claims lack "new evidence or real proof" but instead are
Robert_Hastings_(ufologist)
Historic 45.52-carat diamond of deep-blue color
Washingtonian Evalyn Walsh McLean into buying ...Legends whirl around it... Benjamin Radford (April 30, 2014). "Mystery of the Hope Diamond Curse". Live Science
Hope_Diamond
Attempt to capture images of ghosts or spirits
co. Radford, Benjamin (2020). Big-If True: Adventures in Oddity. New Mexico: Rhombus Publishing Company. p. 100. ISBN 978-0-9364-5517-4. Radford, Benjamin
Spirit_photography
Psudoscientific claims of animal communication
thinks he's proved that some pets are psychic." Skeptical investigator Benjamin Radford wrote about this topic in 2012 and said: Even though thousands of people
Pet_psychic
American medical sociologist (born 1958)
Hoaxes, Myths, and Manias: Why We Need Critical Thinking (2003) with Benjamin Radford Panic Attacks (2004) with Hilary Evans Bigfoot Encounters in New York
Robert_Bartholomew
Irish-American explorer, cryptozoologist and media personality
Loxton Sherrie Lynne Lyons Darren Naish Joe Nickell Donald Prothero Benjamin Radford Brian Regal Michael Shermer George Gaylord Simpson See also Biology
Peter_C._Byrne
Historic church in New Mexico (built 1816)
variety trucked in from elsewhere and merely blessed." Researcher Benjamin Radford reported finding little evidence to corroborate claims of miraculous
El_Santuario_de_Chimayo
Burial place in Christ Church, Barbados
might be involved. Skeptical investigator Joe Nickell and folklorist Benjamin Radford both point out significant details of the story vary from one source
Chase_Vault
2010 book by Jesse Ventura
still serves as an "action-packed read". The Center for Inquiry's Benjamin Radford criticized the lack of "logic and critical thinking" in Ventura's analysis
American_Conspiracies_(book)
Legendary 19th century haunting in Middle Tennessee
they were apprehensive as to who was next. Paranormal investigator Benjamin Radford, as well as Brian Dunning, conclude that there is no evidence that
Bell_Witch
British Columbian hoax
Secret of Thetis Lake". Junior Skeptic. No. 35. The Skeptics Society. Benjamin Radford (2011). Tracking the Chupacabra: The Vampire Beast in Fact, Fiction
Thetis_Lake_Monster
Book by Kevin and Alex Malarkey
Publishers Association in 2013 for over a million sales. According to Benjamin Radford, a paranormal researcher, part of the reason for which the story was
The Boy Who Came Back from Heaven
The_Boy_Who_Came_Back_from_Heaven
2014 book by Benjamin Radford
is a 2014 collection of thirteen investigations conducted by author Ben Radford into cases involving claims of the paranormal occurring in or with significant
Mysterious_New_Mexico
1995 film by Roger Donaldson
28 (4): 176–83. doi:10.1080/01956050109602839. S2CID 191567924. Radford, Benjamin (March 15, 2011). Tracking the Chupacabra: the Vampire Beast in Fact
Species_(film)
Investigation group
clients for the investigations or consulting. According to investigator Benjamin Radford most ghost hunting groups including TAPS make many methodological mistakes
The Atlantic Paranormal Society
The_Atlantic_Paranormal_Society
Alleged event at Aztec, New Mexico
Disinformation. Llewellyn Worldwide. pp. 119–. ISBN 978-0-7387-1319-9. Benjamin Radford (August 15, 2014). Mysterious New Mexico: Miracles, Magic, and Monsters
Aztec_crashed_saucer_hoax
Investigator of paranormal claims
phenomena generate peculiar images on film attracted the attention of Benjamin Radford, who asked him to write for the Center of Inquiry's newsletter. He
Kenny_Biddle
American Bigfoot enthusiast
tales or wild goose chases to mess with the haters!" in March, 2014. Benjamin Radford, deputy editor of skeptic magazine Skeptical Inquirer, stated "If Bigfoot
Rick_Dyer_(hoaxer)
2000 American film
ainews.xxx. AINews. November 15, 2000. Retrieved December 18, 2025. Benjamin Radford (2016). Bad Clowns. University of New Mexico Press. p. 91. ISBN 9780826356666
Ass_Clowns
Clothing
Button on Opposite Sides". Smithsonian. Retrieved November 6, 2022. Benjamin Radford (July 6, 2010). "Why Are Men's and Women's Buttons on Opposite Sides
Rekel
Science writer and retired programmer
include being interviewed by Richard Saunders on the Skeptic Zone, Benjamin Radford on Squaring the Strange, and on Something You Should Know. He has also
Mick_West
1992 University of Oklahoma Danielle Allen 1993 Princeton University Benjamin Radford 1993 University of New Mexico Stephanie Herseth Sandlin 1993 Georgetown
List of Phi Beta Kappa members
List_of_Phi_Beta_Kappa_members
U.S. program to study UFOs (2007–2012)
new to science. So far there isn’t”. Several researchers including Benjamin Radford and Robert Sheaffer have pointed out that mundane explanations such
Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program
Advanced_Aerospace_Threat_Identification_Program
of the Indian Skeptic magazine and chairman of the Indian CSICOP. Benjamin Radford, Managing Editor of the Skeptical Inquirer, co-host of Squaring the
List_of_scientific_skeptics
Facility that hosts exhibits to present a young Earth creationist view
makes deformed kitty its main attraction", USA Today, April 6, 2006. Benjamin Radford, "Latest Texas 'chupacabra' exhibited in creationist museum," Skeptical
Creationist_museum
Fear that some evil threatens society
Whale Challenge and the Momo Challenge as examples of moral panics, Benjamin Radford listed themes that he commonly observed in modern versions of these
Moral_panic
Person or group discrediting false claims
healers, "psychics" and others claiming to have paranormal powers. Benjamin Radford is an American writer, investigator, and skeptic who has authored,
Debunker
American skeptic and paranormal investigator (1944–2025)
Creatures, (University Press of Kentucky: Lexington; 2006; with co-author Benjamin Radford). Relics of the Christ (University Press of Kentucky: Lexington; 2007)
Joe_Nickell
Claims of an alien visitation cover-up
folklore and mythology understandable with psychosocial explanations. Benjamin Radford has pointed out how unlikely such suppression of evidence is given
UFO_conspiracy_theories
Person who investigates crimes by using purported psychic abilities
the "Psychic Nailed it!". Describing the case, skeptic and author Benjamin Radford wrote: "more surprising than the psychic's failure is the fact that
Psychic_detective
American psychiatrist and alternative medicine practitioner
vaccination on people and usher in totalitarian measures. Investigator Benjamin Radford attributes Brogan's theories to a wider phenomenon of self-styled populist
Kelly_Brogan
researcher; author of Where Bigfoot Walks: Crossing the Dark Divide Benjamin Radford (b. 1970), American writer and cryptozoology skeptic; author of Bigfoot
List_of_cryptozoologists
COVID-19 conspiracy theory video and films
100% of news reporting is propaganda". The Center for Inquiry's (CFI) Benjamin Radford and researcher Paul Offit asked Willis eight questions about the accuracy
Plandemic
TV series examining paranormal claims
Atlantis, and Noah's Ark. Guests: Loren Coleman; Michael Dennett, writer; Benjamin Radford; Peter Byrne, Bigfoot hunter; John Morris; Gerald Larue; Ken Feder;
The_Critical_Eye
1965 American film
Part Three: Over exposure". Filmink. Retrieved December 13, 2024. Benjamin Radford (2011). Tracking the Chupacabra: The Vampire Beast in Fact, Fiction
The Beach Girls and the Monster
The_Beach_Girls_and_the_Monster
2013 American TV series or program
Loxton Sherrie Lynne Lyons Darren Naish Joe Nickell Donald Prothero Benjamin Radford Brian Regal Michael Shermer George Gaylord Simpson See also Biology
Monsters and Mysteries in America
Monsters_and_Mysteries_in_America
Social event designed to expose children to infectious diseases
cycle of breathless, unsubstantiated media coverage." Investigator Benjamin Radford researched the claims from the media and stated that there was nothing
Pox_party
Organization focusing on scientific skepticism
Massimo Polidoro James L. Powell Anthony Pratkanis Donald Prothero Benjamin Radford Amardeo Sarma* Richard Saunders Joe Schwarcz Eugenie Scott* Seth Shostak
Committee for Skeptical Inquiry
Committee_for_Skeptical_Inquiry
Public in Tasmania, Australia
investigator Benjamin Radford "most ghost hunting groups... make many methodological mistakes." In his article for Skeptical Inquirer Radford concludes that
Franklin_House_(Launceston)
2010 American TV series or program
Loxton Sherrie Lynne Lyons Darren Naish Joe Nickell Donald Prothero Benjamin Radford Brian Regal Michael Shermer George Gaylord Simpson See also Biology
Fact or Faked: Paranormal Files
Fact_or_Faked:_Paranormal_Files
American psychology professor (born 1928)
discussing "Proper Criticism" on the "Squaring the Strange" podcast, Benjamin Radford expanded on this advice: "often times ambiguous or fuzzy words or concepts
Ray_Hyman
Month of 1933
Are Killed by Tornadoes", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, May 2, 1933, p. 1 Benjamin Radford and Joe Nickell, "Lake Monster Mysteries: Investigating the World's
May_1933
2009 book by Joshua Blu Buhs
show up the Bigfooters as either fools or frauds". In his review, Benjamin Radford wrote that Buhs characterized skeptics as "routinely ridiculing" the
Bigfoot: The Life and Times of a Legend
Bigfoot:_The_Life_and_Times_of_a_Legend
BENJAMIN RADFORD
BENJAMIN RADFORD
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Hebrew
Ploughman.
Female
French
French feminine form of French Benjamin, BENJAMINE means "blessed."
Male
English
Son of Right Hand
Male
Italian
Italian form of Hebrew Binyamin, BENIAMINO means "son of the right hand."
Boy/Male
American, Australian, Hebrew
Son of the Right Hand
Male
Russian
(Вениамин) Russian form of Greek BeniamÃn, VENIAMIN means "son of the right hand."
Biblical
son of the right hand
Male
French
 French form of Greek BeniamÃn from Hebrew Binyamin, BENJAMIN means "son of the right hand." Compare with another form of Benjamin.
Male
Hebrew
Variant spelling of Hebrew Binyamin, BENYAMIN means "son of the right hand."Â
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African, American, Australian, Bengali, British, Chinese, Christian, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Hawaiian, Hebrew, Indian, Irish, Jamaican, Japanese, Portuguese, Swedish, Swiss
Born of the Right Hand; Son of the One who Loves Horses
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English American
Right-hand son. Also a.
Male
Russian
Variant spelling of Russian Veniamin, VENYAMIN means "son of the right hand."
Male
Hebrew
(×‘Ö´Ö¼× Ö°×™Ö¸×žÖ´×™×Ÿ) Hebrew name BINYAMIN means "son of the right hand." In the bible, this is the name of several characters, including one of the founders of the twelve tribes of Israel, the youngest of Jacob's twelve sons. His original name was Benoni, given to him by his mother who died giving birth to him. Not wanting his son to bear such an ill-omened name, Jacob changed it to Binyamin (Benjamin), a more fortunate name.Â
Male
Portuguese
Portuguese form of Hebrew Binyamin, BENJAMIM means "son of the right hand."
Boy/Male
Hebrew
Son of the right hand.
Male
Romanian
Romanian form of Greek BeniamÃn, BENIAMIN means "son of the right hand."
Female
English
Feminine form of English Benjamin, BENJAMINA means "blessed."
Boy/Male
Arabic, Australian, French, Hebrew, Jewish, Muslim
Jacob's Youngest Son; Son of the Right Hand; Son of the South
Boy/Male
Biblical American English Hebrew
Son of the right hand.
Male
English
 Anglicized form of Greek BeniamÃn from Hebrew Binyamin, BENJAMIN means "son of the right hand." In the bible, this is the name of one of the founders of the twelve tribes of Israel, the youngest of Jacob's twelve sons. His birth name was Benoni, given to him by his mother who died giving birth to him. Not wanting his son to bear such an ill-omened name, Jacob changed his name to Binyamin/Benjamin, because he was the only son born in southern Canaan instead of northern Mesopotamia. Compare with another form of Benjamin.
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