The true science behind our most popular urban legends. Historical mysteries, paranormal claims, popular science myths, aliens and UFO reports, conspiracy theories, and worthless alternative medicine schemes... Skeptoid has you covered. From the sublime to the startling, no topic is sacred. Weekly since 2006.
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Seth Andrews, a former Christian broadcaster and believer for 30 years, ultimately escaped the bonds of superstitious thinking to embrace the more satisfying explanations that science provides. A professional video producer and host of one of the most popular atheist communities on the internet, Seth Andrews brings a polished format, a relaxed environment and a rage-free challenge to the religious beliefs that defined his youth. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/po ...
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Occult of Personality explores the occult and esoteric with authors and experts in the field.
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The world of the Western Esoteric Tradition
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We Come in Peace? The Religion of Alien Conspiracy Theories (with Brian Dunning)
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Skeptoid podcast host Brian Dunning is here to talk about "them"...and those who believe in them. Watch the VIDEO of this conversation. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.Kirjoittanut The Thinking Atheist
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A Wing and a Prayer: Religion in Rough Air (plus your calls)
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A quick story about the "Jesus woman" on a turbulent flight kicks off this caller-driven show. Enjoy! Subscribe to Seth's substack! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.Kirjoittanut The Thinking Atheist
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Skeptoid #938: Vampire Facials
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This procedure promising facial rejuvenation is basically a full face tattoo of your own blood.Kirjoittanut Brian Dunning
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Black Fire: The Hebrew Letters & The Tarot - Jesse Cooper Levy
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Welcome to Occult of Personality podcast, I’m Greg Kaminsky. Now, in episode number 226, we’re joined by Jesse Cooper Levy, AKA Kid Cooper Levy, to discuss the book he wrote about the Major Arcana of the Tarot and the Hebrew letters, entitled Black Fire. This was written while Jesse participated in on our Meditations on the Tarot study circle at ch…
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PRIMITIVE: Care, Cruelty, Religion, & Reason in the Human Animal (with Dr. Robert Sapolsky)
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Renowned neuroscientist Dr. Robert Sapolsky joins us for an exploration of our brains, religions, good/awful behaviors, and why we don't (?) have free will. VIDEO of this conversation. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.Kirjoittanut The Thinking Atheist
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Skeptoid #937: Helen Keller on Trial
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A bizarre subculture of Helen Keller Truthers believe that she was either faking her deafblindness or even that she didn't exist at all.Kirjoittanut Brian Dunning
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Skeptoid #936: Coffee Myths
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A roundup of 15 common myths about coffee. Which ones had you always believed?Kirjoittanut Brian Dunning
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The United States Proves God! (and other listener calls)
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Lots of interesting claims and questions in this week's podcast as callers drive the conversation. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.Kirjoittanut The Thinking Atheist
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Skeptoid #935: Fruitful Feedback and Followups
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Skeptoid answers another round of listener feedback questions.Kirjoittanut Brian Dunning
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Tucker Carlson VS. Reality (with Aron Ra)
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Tucker Carlson joined Joe Rogan's April 19, 2024 podcast to talk about AI, spirits, evolution, and UFOs. Science educator Aron Ra has thoughts. VIDEO of this conversation: https://youtu.be/shk7NGaiLas VIDEO Systematic Classification of LIfe PT1: https://youtu.be/AXQP_R-yiuw?si=ANWBcz7vARiS57L0 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreake…
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Come join the Skeptoid Adventures trip for 2024, a journey of exploration in Death Valley!Kirjoittanut Brian Dunning
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Remembering Daniel Dennett
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Known as one of the "Four Horsemen" of "New Atheism," Daniel Dennett was a philosopher, professor, author, and speaker whose resume spans almost half a century. In the wake of his death on April 19, 2024, we take a moment to remember. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.…
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Skeptoid #934: Decoding the Kensington Runestone
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The story goes that this stone covered with Viking runes was found in a Minnesota field in 1898. Its true history is much more interesting.Kirjoittanut Brian Dunning
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Get the snazzy new Skeptoid Hydro Flask tumbler or radical new Skeptoid coffee mug. Both are engraved so they’ll never fade. Now available at the Skeptoid store at Skeptoid.com.Kirjoittanut Brian Dunning
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When Religion Hurts You: with Dr. Laura E. Anderson
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Dr. Anderson is a psychotherapist and religious trauma coach. She's also an exvangelical and author of the book "When Religion Hurts You." LINKS: The Center for Trauma Resolution Dr. Laura E. Anderson's website VIDEO of this conversation. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.…
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Skeptoid #933: COVID-19 and the Lab Leak
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Was the SARS-CoV-2 virus of natural origin, or was it engineered in a Chinese research lab?Kirjoittanut Brian Dunning
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14 Things the Misguided Religious Establishment Doesn't Want You to Know
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Jim Palmer is a chaplain for the American Humanist Association and founder of The Center for Non-Religiouis Spirituality. In 2023, he posted a short article which provides plenty of food for thought. VIDEO VERSION: https://youtu.be/GwAle-_Wya8?si=l6VuEl7kDBAT_RtY Jim's original post: https://bit.ly/3xGBCx2 Become a supporter of this podcast: https:…
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Why Can't Christians Agree on "True Christianity?"
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Hardline Bible literalists say they're practicing the correct faith. Progressives say the hardliners are fake Christians. What the Hell is going on? Dr. Chrissy Stroop: https://cstroop.com/about/ Chrissy's "God & Country" review: https://bit.ly/3UiowyF Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/…
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Skeptoid #932: Is Recycling for Real?
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A close look at where recycling of some common materials is actually at these days.Kirjoittanut Brian Dunning
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Chaos Agents: with Shannon Q. and Paulogia
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Two popular activists bring insight, sarcasm, and suspiciously-good chemistry to the studio this week. Shannon's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ShannonQ Paulogia's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Paulogia VIDEO of this conversation: https://youtu.be/sM5JilsVAFo Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingath…
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Skeptoid #931: Error Erasure Extravaganza
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It's time once again for Skeptoid to correct another round of errors in previous shows.Kirjoittanut Brian Dunning
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The Burrito Method: Christ Isn't Curing My Cat
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It's a CATastrophy at the Andrews house. Seth explains...plus your calls. THE STORY OF YOU video: https://youtu.be/iCXhOV5AIzk?si=GsAaqM9ok3jS_G5d Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.Kirjoittanut The Thinking Atheist
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Skeptoid #930: Dr. Crow and the Melon Heads
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Some say creepy children with huge balloon heads stalk the woods at night, waiting to attack you.Kirjoittanut Brian Dunning
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The Exvangelicals: with Sarah McCammon
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Sarah McCammon is a broadcaster, investigative reporter, and author. She joins the show to talk about her journey into the world of the "exvangelical." Sarah's BIO Her BOOK VIDEO of this conversation Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.…
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Skeptoid #929: The Trinity UFO Crash of 1945
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The not-so-famous UFO case that caused the US Congress to spend millions of taxpayer dollars.Kirjoittanut Brian Dunning
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