John Edward
John Edward (born October 19, 1969) (born John Edward MaGee, Jr. in Glen Cove, New York) is the creator and host of the TV show Crossing Over with John Edward. The show features what is said to be communication with the dead.
Skeptics call it a scam or a hoax. Believers point out that Edward was tested under controlled labratory conditions by psychologist Gary Schwartz, who concluded his abilities were genuine. Part of the test involved "reading" the subject while knowing nothing about them and before talking to them or seeing them, which precludes cold reading. Skeptics then reply that CSICOP's Ray Hyman has severely critiqued Schwartz's methods. Dr. Schwartz replies that Dr. Hyman has simply ignored many facts, and that this is not acceptable in science. It is also alleged that Edwards' staff collect information on people before a reading takes place - a technique termed "hot reading". This charge the show's producers heatedly deny. This sort of back-and-forth is characteristic of the entire field, which arouses strong emotions.
As well as his television show, Edward has written several bestselling books on his work and how to develop psychic powers.
Episode 615 (November 27, 2002) of the television comedy South Park was devoted to satirizing Edward, during which he wins the Biggest Douche in the Universe Award.
John Edward should not be confused with John Edwards, Democratic U.S. Senator and presidential candidate.
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