A Spirit Medium is a person who claims to have the ability to communicate with spirits or the deceased. They often serve as intermediaries between the living and the spirit world, providing messages or insights from those who have passed away. Mediums may use various techniques, such as clairvoyance or trance states, to facilitate these communications. Many cultures have a long history of spirit mediumship, with practices varying widely across different traditions. In some cases, mediums conduct séances, where groups gather to attempt to connect with spirits. Notable figures in this field include Eleanor Sidgwick and Allan Kardec, who contributed to the understanding of spiritualism.