In reference to a recent Rogers Rabbits in The Weekend Sun, the ‘Sensing Murder' TV series has one of this countries highest TV ratings and has returned as a popular series from public demand.

So too were the world's two top-viewing movies of all times that were aired on Christmas day: One was ‘The Sound of Music' the other was the movie ‘Ghost', about the psychic who talks to the deceased.

Against these odds the columnist, Dive Right In, imparted his opinion, commenting on such popular shows and professions as fake. The simple answer to such emotion is don't watch such shows. The one aspect to be clear about is that psychics do not find murderers, that is the job of the Police.

All psychics do is communicate and relay messages for anyone who has lost a loved one, who by the way appreciate the efforts of such professionals. This is reflected in the sell-out shows held at Baycourt.

Claiming that these people are fakes brings another dimension to the written word, as to claim anyone or anything is a fake ie antiques, paintings, professions, one has to be an expert in that field of concern to make such a statement.

I'm not sure that this was the case, but after 30 years in the media I do know that there is no such thing as bad publicity. For unbelievers, or those with little faith, history reflects stories of the afterlife.

The world famous Dr Kybler Ross's research study is worth reading. She recorded patient experiences over several decades, of those whom had died, then revived. Of course if the column was in jest, then few will join in as murder is a serious issue. Interesting enough, NZ's murder statistics have declined, coincidently since the ‘Sensing Murder' show was launched.

Dr Janice Priest, CNHP, Hon. Doc Science and Doctorate of Religious Studies