Urban legends studied by skeptics spark belief
The article reviews folklore expert Dr. Jan Brunvand and the Committee for the Scientific Investigation of Claims of the Paranormal at a conference. It explains urban legends as reportedly real events told credibly, citing myths like the poodle in the crate and new legends involving technology and religion.
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