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Beyond Belief

Title
Beyond Belief
Genre
Interview; Documentary; Music; Special
TX Date
29 Dec 1984
Year of production
1984
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Duration
00:26:36
Description
First of a series of Beyond Belief programmes presented by Kieran Devaney. This edition focusses on John Cain, who is reputed to be able to effect miraculous cures. Includes interviews with Cain and his wife Audrey; testimony from Sheila Fyles, Fred Swarbrick, Val Jones and Violet Broomfield, who he has treated, and from follower Norman Carter; scepticism from Dr John Ashton. Includes scientific test on his powers with Cain, Fyles and psychotherapist Ted Simpson, and also actuality of a meeting. Ends with music.
Contributors
Kieran Devaney; John Ashton; John Cain; Ted Simpson; Sheila Fyles; Fred Swarbrick; Norman Carter; Audrey Cain; Val Jones; Violet Broomfield
Keywords
Religion; Medical treatment; Alternative therapies; Miracles; John Cain; Healers

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