Barry Markovsky Ph.D.

About

Barry Markovsky, Ph.D., is a distinguished professor emeritus at the University of South Carolina and author of Everyday Extraordinary: A Scientist Ponders a Lifetime of Magical, Bizarre, and Paranormal Experiences. He has appeared on radio programs nationally and internationally, including Morning Edition on NPR, Nightlife on ABC Australia, and The World on Public Radio International.

Books by Barry Markovsky Ph.D.

Recent Posts

A Ghost in the Machine: An Eerie Tale from the Psych Lab

Personal Perspective: An early research experience taught me an important lesson in overcoming adversity. The story has motivated and guided me.

A Tale of Two Hobbies

Personal Perspective: Reflecting on a couple of my hobbies, it was evident that my enjoyment of them over the years was shaped by other people's tastes, judgments, and feedback.

Getting High Off Your Hobby

Personal Perspective: My college roommate was my best friend, and we were alike in many ways. But he became a serious weed aficionado, and I did not. Why?

The Complexity of Simple Pleasures

When we look under the hood, everyday leisure activities like hobbies, which may appear to be highly individual endeavors, are actually rife with social causes and consequences.