The Third Man Factor

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This episode of Arcane Answers, hosted by Larry and Sarah, explores "The Third Man Factor," or sensed presence experiences, where individuals in life-threatening situations report a benevolent, unseen presence providing guidance or comfort. This phenomenon is consistently reported as helpful, distinguishing it from random hallucinations. While often perceived as an unknown male presence, some accounts describe a known loved one or a female figure. The concept gained prominence with Sir Ernest Shackleton's 1916 Antarctic expedition, inspiring T.S. Eliot's "The Wasteland," and was further popularized by John Geiger's 2009 book, *The Third Man Factor: Surviving the Impossible*. The hosts also discuss scientific theories, including the idea that these experiences are hallucinations or coping mechanisms generated by the brain in response to extreme stres ...