Oh, I definitely think John Edwards is the "real deal". My husband and I love watching him. There have been way too many readings that he could not have possibly faked. Also, we are spiritual people, and do not believe these "gifts" are contrary to biblical teachings. If you believe that your loved ones have passed to "the other side", it's not so far fetched to believe that God gives the gift for some to communicate with them...??? I believe that John Edwards and other "legitimate" mediums reinforce our faith.