0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders        0:03:00 Skepticamp 2024  Brian Dunning and Richard Saunders had the pleasure of appearing live via video to the Surf Coast Skepticamp meeting. In this selection from the presentation, Brian and Richard discuss thier interest in the skeptical movement, podcasting and making documentary movies.        0:26:32 Australian Skeptics Newsletter  What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week? Read by Adrienne Hill and surprise a special guest!.  http://www.skeptics.com.au        0:39:20 A Dive into a Trove  A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to psychics.  Gerard Croiset - Report on the Skeptic Zone https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-499-13may2018   1978.07.29 - The Sydney Morning Herald 1984.05.19 - The Sydney Morning Herald 1955.07.19 - The Sydney Morning Herald http://www.trove.nla.gov.au

The Skeptic Zone #804 - 3.March.2024

0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders        0:06:56 Healers Quacks or Mystics - A Review  In 1983, ABC TV broadcast a 6 part documentary on alternative medicine. On this week's show we take a look at the series and explore some of the claims made at the time. After 40 years, what can we learn from this uncritical series.  https://vimeo.com/nevilldrury        0:27:00 A Dive into a Trove  A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to so-called psychics and clairvoyants.  1978.12.31 - The Sydney Morning Herald 1987.03.22 - The Sydney Morning Herald 1986.07.02 - The Sydney Morning Herald  http://www.trove.nla.gov.au         

The Skeptic Zone #803 - 25.February.2024

0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders        0:04:10 UFOs Keep Attacking!  Alas for the poor UFO diehards, the UFOs just won't come. So they are channelling their anger at this sad state of affairs, towards the skeptics, who point out the fact that the UFOs are still not coming. Once again, Susan Gerbic and Brian Dunning are in the firing line of the believers.   https://skepticalinquirer.org/exclusive/i-blame-the-australian-skeptics/        0:16:28 Australian Skeptics Newsletter  What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week? Read by Adrienne Hill.  http://www.skeptics.com.au        0:29:42 Dr Eugenie Scott  Recorded live before an audience at Berkeley Public Library, Dr Eugenie Scott tells Richard Saunders about the importance of studying teeth throughout human history. Also, how goes the battle against the creationists and the climate change denies?        0:43:30 A Dive into a Trove  A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to psychics.  1985.09.21 - The Sydney Morning Herald 1988.06.16 - The Sydney Morning Herald 1979.05.18 - The Sydney Morning Herald 1994.04.23 - The Sydney Morning Herald  http://www.trove.nla.gov.au        Also Surf Coast Skepticamp 2024 Special Guests, via video hook up to Oregon, Brian Dunning and Richard Saunders  http://tinyurl.com/scsc2024

The Skeptic Zone #802 - 18.February.2024

0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders        0:07:14 Swings and Roundabouts  Richard Saunders reports on the fortunes and pitfalls of that merry-go-round of wellness, Mind Body Spirit. - In October 2023, Tim Mendham, Dr Sue Ieraci and Saunders took the long and crooked road to the Festival of MindBodySpirit (MBS) held at the convention centre in Sydney's Darling Harbour. As long-time readers of the Skeptic magazine know full well, this was not their first trip through the gates of ignorance and empty claims.  http://www.skeptics.com.au        0:28:26 I Think We Need to Think  From Idea to Proclamation: Making 'Critical Thinking Awareness Day' a Reality. Susan interviews Daniel Reed from the West Virginia Skeptics Society.  http://www.westvirginiaskepticssociety.com   http://www.westvirginiaskepticssociety.com   http://www.danielareed.com  https://skepticalinquirer.org/authors/daniel-a-reed/    https://skepticalinquirer.org/exclusive/from-idea-to-proclamation-making-critical-thinking-awareness-day-a-reality/    https://skepticalinquirer.org/exclusive/no-psychics-and-mediums-are-not-the-new-therapists        0:42:36 A Dive into a Trove  A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to so-called psychics.    http://www.trove.nla.gov.au        Also Surf Coast Skepticamp 2024 Special Guests, via video hook up to Oregon, Brian Dunning and Richard Saunders  http://tinyurl.com/scsc2024

The Skeptic Zone #801 - 11.February.2024

0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders        0:02:42 You Can Count on Adrienne  For this 800th episode, Adrienne Hill will honour Richard's remarkable milestone by delving into the delightful domain of "800", exploring Guinness World Records, sports feats, and celestial numerology. DCCC.        0:11:56 Episode 800 Greetings #1  Messages from  The European Skeptics Podcast Skeptics With a K Podcast          0:14:10 Maynard's Spooky Action  Maynard takes a look back at some of the highlights of his reporting on The Skeptic Zone Podcast over hundreds of episodes and many years.        0:19:37 Episode 800 Greetings #2  Messages from  Oh No! Ross and Carry Podcast Rob Palmer          0:21:16 Australian Skeptics Newsletter  What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week? Read by Adrienne Hill.  http://www.skeptics.com.au        0:33:07 Episode 800 Greetings #3  Messages from  Brian Dunning Susan Gerbic Squaring the Strange Podcast Tim Mendham          0:35:40 A Dive into a Trove  A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to so-called psychics.  1992.06.21 - The Sydney Morning Herald 1984.11.05 - The Sydney Morning Herald 1963.12.03 - The Sydney Morning Herald  http://www.trove.nla.gov.au        Also Healers, Quacks or Mystics - Alt Med TV Show c.1980s  https://vimeo.com/38030198  Surf Coast Skepticamp 2024  http://tinyurl.com/scsc2024   (For Miko)

The Skeptic Zone #800 - 4.February.2024

0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders        0:04:00 Ben Radford Kills Bigfoot?  How can you kill something that was never alive? We ask Ben about the history of this elusive cryptid and why he thinks it has never been captured. We also discover that the diehard Bigfoot believers now blame the skeptics for the lack of succes in presenting evidence for the hairy monster.        0:18:40 Susan Gerbic Under Attack!  Is Susan a secret agent of the government or Satan.... or both? Why are "confused" people outraged at her work and the work of GSoW? Find out as we chat to Susan from her War Room deep u derground in a not so hidden location.        0:34:40 The Strange Comments of UFO Believers.  The success of Brian Dunning's movie, "The UFO Movie They Don't Want You To See", has led to some very strange comments coming from those who think we are being visited by aliens from distant worlds.  http://www.theufo.movie        0:40:24 A Dive into a Trove  A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to Alternative Medicine #2.    http://www.trove.nla.gov.au        Also Surf Coast Skepticamp 2024  http://tinyurl.com/scsc2024         

The Skeptic Zone #799 - 28.January.2024

0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders        0:05:18 You Can Count on Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill  The Winchester Mystery House. Adrienne has a special interest in finding out the truth of this famous, rambling mansion in southern California. Although legend has it the house was built to cater for the superstitions of its owner, the truth is actually far more interesting. Adrienne and friends visit the house to find out more.  The Winchester Mystery House is a mansion in San Jose, California, that was once the personal residence of Sarah Winchester, the widow of firearms magnate William Wirt Winchester. The house became a tourist attraction nine months after Winchester's death in 1922. The Victorian and Gothic-style mansion is renowned for its size and its architectural curiosities.  Adrienne and friends discussing the Winchester Mystery House https://youtu.be/2xyL5gQ3EmI   Wikipedia entry https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winchester_Mystery_House        0:19:14 Anti-Vaxxers in New Zealand  Reports of an anti-vaxxer being sentenced to prison for marketing and selling fake Covid-19 medications. Also conspiracy theorists trying to disrupt the wedding of former Prime Minister of New Zealand, Jacinda Ardern.   https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/health/health-problems/antivaxxer-roger-blake-jailed-for-selling-bleach-as-covid19-cure-in-new-zealand/news-story    https://www.news.com.au/entertainment/celebrity-life/jacinda-ardern-and-clarke-gayfords-wedding-picketed-by-antivaxxers/news-story        0:27:26 Australian Skeptics Newsletter  What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week? Read by Adrienne Hill.  http://www.skeptics.com.au        0:40:02 A Dive into a Trove  A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to Alternative Medicine.  1982.01.31 - The Sydney Morning Herald 1983.11.28 - The Sydney Morning Herald  http://www.trove.nla.gov.au        Also Surf Coast Skepticamp 2024  http://tinyurl.com/scsc2024         

The Skeptic Zone #798 - 21.January.2024

0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders, live from Sydney Skeptics in the Pub.        0:02:20 Maynard's Spooky Action  Susan Gerbic Interview. Part #3 of 3  Maynard interviews the one and only Susan Gerbic, live from The Skeptic Zone Studios. Susan tells Maynard about how her team follow the Wikipedia rules.  https://www.abouttimeproject.org        0:17:36 The Book of Tim. With Tim Mendham  An interview with Tim conducted at Sydney Skeptics in the pub. Tim talks about why he got interested in skepticism and the early days of the journal from Australian Skeptics, The Skeptic.  http://www.skeptics.com.au        0:27:26 A Dive into a Trove  A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to the TV doctor, Dr James Wright.  1983.06.19 - The Sydney Morning Herald  http://www.trove.nla.gov.au        Also Surf Coast Skepticamp 2024  http://tinyurl.com/scsc2024

The Skeptic Zone #797 - 14.January.2024

0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders        0:05:18 The Don Lane Show - "Psychics"  43 years ago, on the very popular Don Lane Show, a lineup of so-called psychics appeared to give their mystical insights into the winner of the upcoming 1981 Melbourne Cup horse race. Don Lane is the same man who once threw James Randi off his TV chat show.  The Don Lane Show - Uri Geller https://youtu.be/jQTVHkBrECQ&t=4340   The Don Lane Show - 1981 Psychics https://youtu.be/5GlNohjgTn8&t=382        0:24:54 Maynard's Spooky Action  Susan Gerbic Interview. Part #2 of 3  Maynard interviews the one and only Susan Gerbic, live from The Skeptic Zone Studios. Susan tells Maynard what Wikipedia pages need updating by the Guerrilla Skepticism group.  https://www.abouttimeproject.org        0:29:30 A Dive into a Trove  A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to Don Lane and the Paranormal.    http://www.trove.nla.gov.au

The Skeptic Zone #796 - 7.January.2024

0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders        0:05:24 Quackery in Australian Pharmacies  We look over some of the flyers, posters and other information promoting medical quackery, found at Australian pharmacies over the last few decades. From homeopathy to iridology, quackery in chemist shops has a dishonourable history.        0:25:18 Maynard's Spooky Action  Susan Gerbic Interview. Part #1 of 3  Maynard interviews the one and only Susan Gerbic, live from The Skeptic Zone Studios. Susan tells Maynard what it's like to be an editor on Wikipedia for the Guerrilla Skepticism group, and what it takes for somebody to be notable enough to appear on Wikipedia.  https://www.abouttimeproject.org        0:39:36 A Dive into a Trove  A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to "Luck Charms".    http://www.trove.nla.gov.au        Also THE UFO MOVIE THEY DONT WANT YOU TO SEE https://theufo.movie

The Skeptic Zone #795 - 31.December.2023

0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders        0:03:58 Over 20 Years of Skeptical Archives  Richard Saunders reviews some of the many thousands of clippings, posters and information flyers collected over the past two decades at Mind Body Wallet festivals and other peddlers of misinformation.        0:30:46 Maynard's Spooky Action  Maynard chats to Melanie Trecek-King about her visit to Australia and what it's like to be in Facebook prison.        0:43:10 A Dive into a Trove  A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to "Miracle Water".    http://www.trove.nla.gov.au        Also Origami Calendar 2024  https://www.skepticzone.tv/files/OrigamiCalendar2024.pdf

The Skeptic Zone #794 - 24.December.2023

0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders        0:04:14 You Can Count on Adrienne  Dr Christopher Lobos  Adrienne Hill engages in a conversation with Dr. Christopher Labos, discussing his book titled "Does Coffee Cause Cancer? And 8 More Myths About the Food We Eat."  For an extended interview that also explores Dr. Labos' efforts with science communication, follow this link:  https://youtu.be/RawriuUMQwQ    0:17:44 Round Table - Part #5  Fraser Cain from Universe Today joins Brian Dunning from the Skeptoid podcast and Richard Saunders from the Skeptic Zone podcast to talk about the skeptical world and related issues.  This week the three science communicators talk about AI and future skeptical projects.  https://www.universetoday.com   https://skeptoid.com        0:30:34 Australian Skeptics Newsletter  What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week? Read by Adrienne Hill.  http://www.skeptics.com.au        0:43:08 A Dive into a Trove  This week, instead of looking into the online archives, we read from an information flyer promoting the quackery of Acupuncture.    http://www.trove.nla.gov.au        Also Brian Dunning - YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thebriandunning   Melanie Trecek-King Melbourne 18th Dec. https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1158910

The Skeptic Zone #793 - 17.December.2023

0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders        0:05:42 Vale Dr Alex Ritchie  We reflect on the life of Dr Alex Ritchie, the world renowned palaeontologist and staunch defender of science against the now almost defunct creationism lobby in Australia.        0:11:00 Round Table - Part #4  Fraser Cain from Universe Today joins Brian Dunning from the Skeptoid podcast and Richard Saunders from the Skeptic Zone podcast to talk about the skeptical world and related issues.  This week the three science communicators talk about AI and the perception of skepticism.  https://www.universetoday.com   https://skeptoid.com        0:22:08 Maynard's Spooky Action  Maynard, heads for Sydney Skeptics in the Pub to ask pub goers, after a drink or two, if they have ever seen a UFO.  Maynard chats with; Stephen Bavaro, Anthony Trecek-King, Lara Benham, Tim Mendham and Jessica Singer.        0:34:10 Melanie, Tracy King interviews Richard Saunders  The tables are turned as Melanie interviews Richard Saunders about skepticism in Australia and his origami flying pig.        0:44:30 A Dive into a Trove  A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to Dr Alex Ritchie.    http://www.trove.nla.gov.au

The Skeptic Zone #792 - 10.December.2023

0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders        0:05:24 Bend Spoon 2023  Walkley winner Coulthart wins 2023 Bent Spoon for UFOs!  Ross Coulthart, who has won five Walkley awards (including the top Gold Walkley) during his career as a journalist, can now add another prize to the list - the Australian Skeptics' Bent Spoon award. Also we report on some of the more positive awards.  http://www.skeptics.com.au        0:11:44 Australian Skeptics Newsletter  What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week? Read by Adrienne Hill.  http://www.skeptics.com.au        0:23:18 The upside of DOOMSDAY  Report about a group promising salvation in the face of doom, and your very own Star Trek replicator! The claims of the creative society come straight out of science fiction.        0:32:42 Round Table - Part #3  Fraser Cain from Universe Today joins Brian Dunning from the Skeptoid podcast and Richard Saunders from the Skeptic Zone podcast to talk about the skeptical world and related issues.  This week the three science communicators talk about what it feels like when we are wrong.  https://www.universetoday.com   https://skeptoid.com        0:41:44 Susan Gerbic - New Zealand Skeptics conference roundup.  Susan is joined by Melanie Trecek-King as they discuss the highlights from the recent conference held in New Zealand.         Also Sydney Skeptics in tne Pub  https://www.meetup.com/Austskeptics         10 Years Ago  The Skeptic Zone #267 - 2.December.2013  Welcome message from James Randi. Those at the 2013 Australian Skeptics National Convention were delighted to see James Randi on the big screen - Australian Skeptics Awards. Who were the winners of this year's awards? Find out with news from the convention - Dr Rachie Reports... This week Dr Rachie finds herself in Qatar where she is attending a conference on toxins. She tells us about the recent court case involving the Australian Vaccination Network (or soon be called... ?? Who know? Maybe you can think up a good name for them.) - A Week in Science - Maynard's Spooky Action... Interviews with delegates and guests at the Australian Skeptics Convention. This week Maynard chats to Ketan Joshi - Mr. X - Kevin Davies - Graham Wilson  https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-267-2-dec-2013

The Skeptic Zone #791 - 3.December.2023

0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders        0:04:00 A Rough Guide to Spotting Bad Science  Being able to evaluate the evidence behind a scientific claim is important. Being able to recognise bad science reporting, or faults in scientific studies, is equally important. These 12 points will help you separate the science from the pseudoscience.  https://www.compoundchem.com/infographics        0:14:42 Round Table - Part #2  Fraser Cain from Universe Today joins Brian Dunning from the Skeptoid podcast and Richard Saunders from the Skeptic Zone podcast to talk about the skeptical world and related issues.  This week the three science communicators talk about true believers vs scammers, fake health tests, and changing people's minds.  https://www.universetoday.com   https://skeptoid.com    0:27:14 Susan Gerbic in New Zealand  Trains, boats and cars! Susan travels the length of New Zealand on her way to the Skeptics Conference.        0:37:08 A Dive into a Trove  A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to telepathy.    http://www.trove.nla.gov.au        Also           10 Years Ago  The Skeptic Zone #266 - 24.November.2013  Sense about Science We chat with Dr Chris Peters about the 'Ask for the Evidence' program - Maynard's Spooky Action... Part 1. UFOs over Newcastle? Maynard finds out more with Ian Kirkwood - A Week in Science - Maynard's Spooky Action... Part. Random interviews with delegates and guests at the Australian Skeptics Convention.  https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-266-24-nov-2013

The Skeptic Zone #790 - 26.November.2023

0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders        0:02:08 You Can Count of Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill  Adrienne Hill has Kat back again to give an update or three regarding episodes 778 and 775. They also discuss Tara flour and a supplement Adrienne discovered for humans at a wild bird store in Canada.   https://www.fda.gov/food/cfsan-constituent-updates/fda-launches-new-directory-ingredients-used-products-marketed-dietary-supplements        0:17:02 Round Table - Part #1  Fraser Cain from Universe Today joins Brian Dunning from the Skeptoid podcast and Richard Sanuders from the Skeptic Zone podcast to talk about the skeptical world and related issues.  This week the three science communicators talk about their introduction to skepticism.  https://www.universetoday.com   https://skeptoid.com        0:29:24 Australian Skeptics Newsletter  What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week? Read by Adrienne Hill.  http://www.skeptics.com.au        0:43:50 CICON 2023 Interviews  A catch up with our favourite skeptical singer/songwriter George Hrab from the Geologic podcast.  http://geologicpodcast.com        0:47:06 A Dive into a Trove  A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to Mind Reading.    http://www.trove.nla.gov.au        Also           10 Years Ago  The Skeptic Zone #265 - 16.November.2013  Maynard interviews Brain Dunning from the Skeptoid Podcast and finds out more about the stories from Australia. Tasmanian Tigers, UFOS and more under his skeptical eye - A Week in Science - Robert Blaskiewicz and the Burzynski Clinic. USA Toady are reporting on the Burzynski Clinic, the centre that seems to claim it can sure cancer. Robert Blaskiewicz fills us in on this clinic and some of the web sites that counter the claims - Maynard's Spooky Action... Part 2. Thinking of getting married? Would you like to marry your.... car? Maynard interviews Kate Alway from Sydney who wants to be wed to her VW Beetle.  https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-265-16-nov-2013

The Skeptic Zone #789 - 19.November.2023

0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders        0:03:32 You Can Count on Adrienne  This week Adrienne interviews Susan Gerbic ftom Guerrilla Skeptics on Wikipedia. Susan, together with a host of other sceptics, as soon to head to Melbourne for the Australian Skeptics National Convention. Find out what Susan will be talking about in Melbourne and how you can meet this inspirational, skeptical activist.  http://www.skepticon.org.au        0:10:24 The Book of Tim. With Tim Mendham  What Goes Around By Tim Mendham  Geese, Golddiggers and San Francisco.  A reading from The Skeptic, Vol. 34 No. 3  http://www.skeptics.com.au        0:18:32 Testing a Paranormal Claim  We join the Center for Inquiry Investigations Group as they test a claim of being sble to move clouds with paranormal powers. Incudes commentary by Kenny Biddle, Chief Investigator for the CENTER FOR INQUIRY.  https://cfiig.org        0:27:10 A Dive into a Trove  A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to "Telepathic Twins".    http://www.trove.nla.gov.au        Also           10 Years Ago  The Skeptic Zone #264 - 9.November.2013  Maynard's Spooky Action... Maynard interviews Dr Rob Morrison about 'The Curiosity Show', an Australian educational children's television show produced from 1972 to 1990. Find out how the show started, some of the adventures along the way and how you and your children can now enjoy this landmark of Australian TV - A Week in Science - Don't get fooled at the Track. From the Scamwatch web site, advice about not getting taken for a ride at the racing track - Sydney Skeptics in the Pub. The question this week... If you could go to Mars but not come back.. would you?  https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-264-9-nov-2013

The Skeptic Zone #788 - 12.November.2023

0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders        0:02:58 CSICON 2023  We catch up with...  Melanie Trecek-King An Associate Professor of Biology at Massasoit Community College, where she teaches a general-education science course designed to equip students with empowering critical thinking, information literacy, and science literacy skills. Melanie will aslo be appearing at Skepticon, Melbourne.  https://thinkingispower.com   https://youtube.com/@ThinkingPowers   Ross Blocher An accomplished animation professional who has worked on award-winning films including The Princess and the Frog and The Simpsons Movie. He is also a co-host of Oh No, Ross and Carrie!  https://ohnopodcast.com        0:17:00 Australian Skeptics Newsletter  What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week? Read by Adrienne Hill.  http://www.skeptics.com.au        0:30:56 Maynard's Spooky Action  Maynard heads for Sydney Skeptics in the Pub to ask what Australians think of Halloween.        0:44:02 A Dive into a Trove  A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to "Natural Healing".    http://www.trove.nla.gov.au        Also           10 Years Ago  The Skeptic Zone #263 - 3.November.2013  Science Teachers' Association of New South Wales Inc. Young Scientist Awards. Richard Saunders takes a trip to the city of Wollongong to help present the 2013 Young Scientist Awards - Mind Body Spirit. Join Richard Saunders has he wonders around the maze of newage stalls at Sydney's Mind Body Spirit - A Week in Science - Maynard's Spooky Action... Maynard visits SkeptiCamp Sydney and interviews a wide range of people about all sorts of things. Highlights include a chat with Kate and Robin.  https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-263-3-nov-2013

The Skeptic Zone #787 - 5.November.2023

0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders        0:02:50 CSICON 2023  A grab bag of interviews and sounds from the meeting in Las Vegas.  Jim Underdown Dr Angie Mattke Adrienne Hill Celestia Ward          0:11:14 Skepticon 2023 Interview  Stephen Bavaro joins us to talk about his upcoming appearance at the Australian Skeptics National Convention. The story of Atlantis! See a preview at this talk at Sydney Skeptics in the pub, November 2nd.  https://meetu.ps/c/dRPP/SSz1/a   http://www.skepticon.org.au        0:18:08 The Book of Tim. With Tim Mendham  Flying Sorcery - By Dr Steve Roberts  A search of skys for UFOs and famous hoaxes.  A reading from The Skeptic, Vol. 34 No. 4  http://www.skeptics.com.au        0:28:00 A Dive into a Trove  A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to the paranormal.    http://www.trove.nla.gov.au        Also           10 Years Ago  The Skeptic Zone #262 - 27.October.2013  A chat with Gunnar Roland Tjomlid. 'Placebo Defekten' is a new book from this Norwegian author - A Week in Science - The Think Tank. In the Think Tank this week are Eran Segev, Joanne and Marcos Benhamu, Dr Rachael Dunlop, Richard Saunders and Margaret-Ann Tait.  https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-262-27-oct-2013

The Skeptic Zone #786 - 29.October.2023

0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders        0:02:50 You Can Count On Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill  Adrienne engages in a conversation with Kat MacLeod, delving into her personal journey with herbal supplements and the profound impact it has had on her life, as well as her dedicated advocacy work in Canada to raise awareness about the potential risks associated with these supplements.        0:22:08 Australian Skeptics Newsletter  What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week? Read by Adrienne Hill.  http://www.skeptics.com.au        0:35:40 A Dive into a Trove  A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to the paranormal in Washington.    http://www.trove.nla.gov.au        Also Skepticon - Melbourne 2 - 3 Dec. https://skepticon.org.au  Maynard JJJ 1993 https://maynard.com.au/sunday-afternoon-fever-kirk-pengilly/         10 Years Ago  The Skeptic Zone #261 - 20.October.2013  Dr Rachie Reports.. with Dr Rachael Dunlop. This week Dr Rachie chats with Dr David Hawkes from the Florey Institute in Melbourne. Just what is "The Skeptic Zone Virus"? - The Health of Sydney Harbour. Richard Saunders takes a stroll down to the Sydney Institute of Marine Science and chats with Associate Professor Emma Johnston. The science of Sydney Harbour and more! - A Week in Science - Maynard's Spooky Action... Maynard visits SkeptiCamp Sydney and interviews a wide range of people about all sorts of things. Highlights include a chat with Peter and Vanessa.  https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-261-20-oct-2013

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