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Originally Posted by Open Mind  Do you think if JREF were truly concerned about people being mentally disturbed they would have tested a claim by a woman claiming she can make people urinate?
Possibly high voltage conduction meters  I am only saying they seem to have twisted 3 of their own rules to accomodate this bizarre claim.
(1) I don't believe this women had a 'media presence' of any significance
(2) Where is the academic who was supporting her claim, doesn't JREF normally publish this to embarrass them?
(3) The result was not 'self evident' (requiring 'no judging') it wasn't independent and used the judgment of JREF challenge manager  |
This person managed to fulfil the criteria that they were currently using. If she had been refused she would have grounds for complaint whether or not she is mentally disturbed. You wouldn't want the JREF to break their own rules would you?
I'm surpprised that you don't find it self-evident when you urinate in your pants. Try doing it in public and see how many people agree with you.
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Is there anything scientific about any of Randi's challenges?
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You haven't answered my question. What would getting it published in a peer-reviewed journal achieve? You can go to the JREF office and read the appliaction forms signed by the applicant if you want.