In this episode, host Christopher Little discusses astral projection, also known as astral travel or an out-of-body experience (OBE). The episode explores the history, theory, and methods of this phenomenon, which suggests that consciousness can operate independently from the physical body through a "subtle" or "astral' body. The concept of soul flight has appeared in various ancient cultures, including those in ancient Egypt, Hindu scriptures, and among indigenous Waiwai and Inuit groups. The term "astral projection" was popularized in the 19th century by the Theosophical Society.

The scientific community is generally skeptical about astral projection due to a lack of empirical evidence and the subjective nature of the experience. Scientific explanations for OBEs often classify them as dissociative experiences or hallucinations linked to b ...