Ghosts in their machines: Thai livestream spooks a new generation


Ghost Radio station host Jack Watcharaphon poses in his studio in Bangkok. Ancient tales of the supernatural are being reinvigorated through online platforms like YouTube, TikTok, WhatsApp and even delivery app Grab. — AFP

BANGKOK: It is almost midnight, and above a semi-abandoned Bangkok shopping centre, Ghost Radio is on air.

Rapid-fire comments ping across the studio’s screens as thousands tune in online to hear callers describe their encounters with Thailand’s supernatural.

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