Xenoglossy: Speaking in an Unknown Language

GET‌ ‌EVERY‌ ‌EPISODE‌ ‌AD FREE PLUS BONUS‌ ‌CONTENT‌ ‌AT:‌ ‌‌www.patreon.com/crackpotpodcast‌ The ability to speak in languages unknown to the speaker, otherwise known as Xenoglossy is one of the strangest documented paranormal phenomena.  In this episode we will cover historical accounts, scientific studies, and intriguing case studies that span the realms of glossolalia, recitative xenoglossy, and telepathy. From the New Testament to modern-day recollections, we unravel the threads of this linguistic enigma that transcends time and cultures. We have weird examples including a French woman speaking Breton in her sleep, a child in India reading Urdu before learning to speak it, and the compelling case of Narwal Daw, who exhibited a preference for Indian culture from an early age. Explore the possibility of reincarnation through stories of individuals recalling past lives with astonishing linguistic abilities. The big one though is a genuine case study of responsive xenoglossy involving an English-speaking medium who, under hypnosis, conversed meaningfully in Swedish – a language she had never learned or been exposed to. The detailed examination of Jensen Jacoby's personality, life, and historical context adds a fascinating layer to this unexplained phenomenon. As we navigate through these extraordinary stories, we also debate whether xenoglossy is a product of cryptomnesia, reincarnation, or a connection to disincarnate entities. Join us on this linguistic journey that challenges our understanding of language, memory, and the mysteries of the human mind.