🧠 Kim’s Desk | Opinion
The “New” Old Research Scam: Why the Field Isn’t Moving Forward
Let’s talk about one of the most persistent illusions in paranormal research today: the so-called “new” methods that are anything but. If you’ve been around long enough—and many of us have—you’ll recognize the pattern immediately. It’s the same old content, same debunked techniques, just dressed up with new names, new aesthetics, and the latest iPhone or app slapped on top.
This is the “NEW” old research scam. And it’s running thin.
🚩 How to Spot It
If you go back a decade (or more), you’ll find the same methods being used—just recycled. The only things that have changed are the branding and the tech. The core methodology? Still flawed. Still debunked. Still stagnant.
And yet, it’s being marketed as “cutting-edge.”
This is one of the biggest reasons the field isn’t evolving. We’re not innovating—we’re looping. And worse, we’re calling it progress.
🧪 The Illusion of Innovation
The internet has a way of making things feel fresh. A new filter, a new voice, a new platform—and suddenly, people think they’re witnessing a breakthrough. But if you strip away the gloss, you’ll often find the same tired techniques that were debunked years ago.
It’s like playing the same record over and over, convinced that if you spin it just one more time, a new song will magically appear. But it won’t. Because it can’t. The tracklist hasn’t changed.
💸 The Real Motive
Let’s be honest: this isn’t about research. It’s about marketing. It’s about baiting new eyes—people who don’t yet know the history, the context, or the science behind what they’re seeing. It’s about monetizing belief, not advancing understanding.
And that’s a problem. Because authentic research isn’t a magic trick. It’s not about spectacle. It’s about process, rigor, and integrity.
🧭 What This Says About the Researcher
When someone continues to use methods that have been thoroughly debunked—despite the overwhelming evidence—they’re not on the cutting edge. They’re behind it. And they’re dragging the field with them.
It’s not just a matter of outdated tools. It’s a mindset. One that resists growth, avoids accountability, and clings to illusion over evolution.
🔍 What You Can Do
Do your homework. Research the history of the methods you see being used.
Ask questions. If something feels off, it probably is.
Don’t be afraid to challenge what’s popular. Popular doesn’t mean valid.
And most importantly: don’t mimic flawed methods hoping for real results. You won’t find them there.
🧠 Final Thought
The truth doesn’t need to be dressed up. It doesn’t need filters or theatrics. It just needs to be pursued with honesty, discipline, and a willingness to evolve.
So if you’re serious about this work, stay sharp. Stay discerning. And don’t fall for the “new” old research scam. It’s not just a waste of time—it’s a disservice to the field.
