Podcasts about The Canberra Times

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times on Wednesday 30 September 2026.

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times on Tuesday 29 September 2026.

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times on Monday 28 September 2026.

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times on Friday 25 September 2026.

Readings of selected articles from The Canberra Times on Thursday September 24 2026

Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Mark Kenny, The Canberra Times political analyst and a professor at the ANU's Australian Studies Institute.

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times on Wednesday 23 September 2026.

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times on Tuesday 22 September 2026.

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times on Monday 21 September 2026.

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times on Friday 18 September 2026.

Readings of selected articles from The Canberra Times on Thursday September 17, 2026

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times on Wednesday 16 September 2026.

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times on Tuesday 15 September 2026.

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times on Monday 14 September 2026.

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Selected articles read from the Canberra Times on Friday 11 September 2026.

Readings from The Canberra Times on Canberra Times on Thursday September 10 2026

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times on Wednesday 9 September 2026.

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times of Tuesday 8 September 2026

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times on Monday 7 September 2026.

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times on Friday 4 September 2026.

Readings of selected articles from The Canberra Times on Thursday September 3 2026

Readings from selected articles in The Canberra Times on Wednesday September 2 2026

Readings of selected articles from The Canberra Times on Tuesday September 1 2026

Readings from The Canberra Times on Monday the 31st August

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times of Friday 28 August 2026

Reading selected articles from The Canberra Times on Thursday August 27 2026

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times of Wednesday 26 August 2026

Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Mark Kenny, The Canberra Times political analyst and a professor at the ANU's Australian Studies Institute.

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times of Tuesday 25 August 2026 

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times on Monday 24 August 2026.

Not-A-Con - Quackery - Bent Spoon       00:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders     00:05:20 Maynard's Spooky Action Not-A-Con Interviews Spoon Bending with Saunders - Jeremy - George Hrab fans - Howard Lovatt https://www.suff.com.au/starstruck     00:19:04 The Think Tank Join Dr Sue Ieraci, Kate Thomas and Richard Saunders as they enjoy coffee and toast in a cafe in the suburb of Glebe, Sydney. Up for discussion this week are phone call protocols in public and quackery in pharmacies.     00:43:48 Woo of the Week! With Kate Thomas Kate wonders why Chemist Warehouse is selling wormimg tablets without the scientific evidence to back them up. Kate on Radio JJJ with Dr Karl https://www.abc.net.au/triplej/programs/dr-karl-podcast/sciencetriplej-20260820/107058392 Kate Thomas on TikTok and Instagram https://linktr.ee/PrescribeorPass     00:46:10 The TROVE Archives A wander through the decades of digitised newspapers to look for references to the Bent Spoon Award. Part #2 1990 - 1989     1993.06.23 - The Canberra Times     1995.06.01 - The Canberra Times     1994.06.12 - The Canberra Times www.trove.nla.gov.au

Redings of selected articles from The Canberra Times on Friday August 21 2026

Readings of selected articles from The Canberra Times on Thursday August 20 2026

Readings of selected articles from The Canberra Times on Wednesday August 19 2026

Readings of selected articles in The Canberra Times on Tuesday August 18 2026

Readings of selected articles from The Canberra Times on Monday August 17 2026

Ben Radford - George Hrab - Bent Spoon     00:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders     00:04:20 Maynard's Spooky Action George Hrab - 3 of 3 George Hrab, in Sydney for Not-A-Con, visits Maynard's International Studios annex in the suburb of Glebe. This week - Being skeptical when it's hard to do so, being on "X" (Twitter), Ringo Starr and Kookaburras.     00:12:18 Maynard's Spooky Action Lee Traynor talks about his foundation to promote critical thinking in young people. Also Maynard chats to conference attendees at the social evening. https://leetraynor.com/blog.multi/foundation     00:21:55 Interview with Ben Radford - 2 of 2 This week framed psychic investigator Ben Radford talks about the recent US senate appearance by Dr Anthony Fauci. https://skepticalinquirer.org/exclusive/covid-conspiracies-and-the-fauci-farce/ Prof. Dave - Dr Anthony Fauci https://youtu.be/wWxqBaWt5uY?si=DanaMX9XOIM_bT7u     00:36:48 Australian Skeptics Newsletter What news has caught the eye of news editor Dee this week? Read by Adrienne Hill. http://www.skeptics.com.au     00:48:42 The TROVE Archives A wander through the decades of digitised newspapers to look for references to the Bent Spoon Award. Part #2 1986 - 1989     1987.04.19, 1987.02.20, 1987.02.22, 1988.04.03, 1987.07.08, 1989.04.02, 1989.03.26 - The Canberra Times     1987.04.20, 1987.04.03 - The Sydney Morning Herald www.trove.nla.gov.au

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times on Friday 14 August 2026.

Readings of selected articles from The Canberra Times on Thursday August 13 2026

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times on Wednesday 12 August 2026.

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times on Tuesday 11 August 2026.

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times on Monday 10 August 2026.

Ben Radford - George Hrab - Dr Karl       00:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders, Lara Benham and Dr Sue Ieraci at Sydney Skeptics in the Pub.     00:04:22 Interview with Ben Radford - 1 of 2 This week framed psychic investigator Ben Radford talks about his new book Weird New Mexico and a very strange hum that was once heard across the land. Weird New Mexico https://www.unmpress.com/9780826370341/weird-new-mexico     00:13:58 Maynard's Spooky Action George Hrab - 2 of 3 George Hrab, in Sydney for Not-A-Con, visits Maynard's International Studios annex in the suburb of Glebe. This week - Being skeptical when it's hard to do so, being on "X" (Twitter), Ringo Starr and Kookaburras. From Not-A-Con - Maynard chats to Star Trek fan Amanda and Dr Sue Ieraci.     00:25:52 Maynard's Spooky Action Dr Karl Kruszelnicki talks about critical thinking, advertising claims, flat earthers, going down the rabbit hole, conspiracy theories and the future of science.     00:37:18 Elaine and Dorothy's New Age Bingo! Skeptics Zone fans Elaine and Dorothy have cooked up a great way to have fun at New Age festivals using the following words. Quantum, Regression, Biome, Regulate, Ancestral , Cellular , Channeling , Aura , Colloidal , Psychic Energy , Amino Acids , Peptides , Orgone , Crystal Energy , Holistic , Past Life , Essence , Balancing Chakras , Grounding , Ancient Chinese , Meta Physical , Frequency , Realignment , Red Light Therapy Angels Download and print out "Lidia's New Age Bingo Card" for MindBody Wallet. Lidia's New Age Bingo! (pdf)     00:41:56 The TROVE Archives A wander through the decades of digitised newspapers to look for references to the Bent Spoon Award. Part #1 1982 - 1985     2012.03.28 - The Melbourne Observer     1999.02.03 - The Hills Messenger SA     1987.07.02 - The Sydney Morning Herald     1978.02.15 - The Hills Gazette SA     1986.03.11 - The Canberra Times

Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Mark Kenny, The Canberra Times political analyst and a professor at the ANU's Australian Studies Institute. 

CSiCon Choir - Astrology - SkeptiCal     00:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders     00:03:12 You Can Count on Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill The CSiCon Choir - CSiCon 50th Adrienne interviews Anthony Trecek-King about conducting the CSiCon Choir at the conference in Buffalo. Incuded is the performance of the chior on the final day of the meeting in stereo.     00:16:10 What Science Says About Astrology Interview with Carlos Orsi For thousands of years, people have believed that the configuration of stars and planets in the sky influences earthly events. Today, astrology is a lucrative global market, with newspaper columns, mobile apps, and professional counselors weighing in on everything from love life to health to the stock market. Yet scientific evidence shows indisputably that it is simply superstition. https://cup.columbia.edu/book/what-science-says-about-astrology/9780231221399/     00:31:30 SkeptiCal Update with Eugenie Scott The latest news on the fabulous lineup of guest speakers appearing at SkeptiCal, the conference that brings stimulating and entertaining speakers to Northern California science fans, critical thinkers, and anyone who questions "extraordinary claims". https://www.skepticalcon.com     00:40:38 Australian Skeptics Newsletter What news has caught the eye of news editor Dee this week? Read by Adrienne Hill. http://www.skeptics.com.au     00:49:30 The TROVE Archives A wander through the decades of digitised newspapers to look for references to Paranormal and Buffalo.     1995.01.05 - The Canberra Times     1986.04.03 - The Canberra Times     1992.10.17 - Lawrence Journal-World www.trove.nla.gov.au

Flu Woo - Fake Psychic - Paranormal     00:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders     00:03:26 Woo Watch! With Kate Thomas Flu Woo! This week Kate looks and the myths and science behind many popular anti-cold and anti-flu precautions for winter. Kate Thomas on TikTok and Instagram https://linktr.ee/PrescribeorPass     00:14:16 Steve Terbot - Fake Psychic - Part #1 In 1984 Australia was visited by 'Steve Terbot', one of America's leading psychics and clairvoyant. Or was he? The story of Bob Steiner from the Bay Area Skeptics who fooled thousands.     00:41:08 Australian Skeptics Newsletter What news has caught the eye of news editor Dee this week? Read by Adrienne Hill. http://www.skeptics.com.au     00:52:32 The TROVE Archives A wander through the decades of digitised newspapers to look for references to Belief in the Paranormal.     1977.08.11 - The Canberra Times     1992.03.01 - RAAF News     1995.08.30 - The Canberra Times www.trove.nla.gov.au

Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Mark Kenny, The Canberra Times political analyst and a professor at the ANU's Australian Studies Institute.

UFOs - Alt Med - Newsletter 00:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders     00:04:34 High Flyers in the UFO Industry A look at some of the people who have hitchhiked along the cosmic highway to catch a long ride on the UFO bandwagon, with particular attention on Bob Lazar.     00:19:34 Vale James Valentine We pay respects to James Valentine who died in the last week. James was a much loved broadcaster from Sydney and over the years provided quality entertainment to thousands of viewers and listeners. In 1989 and 2014 he interviewed Skeptic Zone host Richard Saunders.     00:32:20 Australian Skeptics Newsletter What news has caught the eye of news editor Dee this week? Read by Adrienne Hill. Australian Skeptics http://www.skeptics.com.au     00:42:34 The TROVE Archives A wander through the decades of digitised newspapers to look for references to 'Alternative Medicine'. Includes a TV segment from c.2002 with skeptical investigator Alynda Brown.     1991.07.17 - Hills Messenger - SA     1987.10.13 - The Canberra Times www.trove.nla.gov.au Also We Can Reason - May Fri 1 — Sun 3, 2026 https://wecanreason.com

UFO Comments - Wishing for a Wish - NASA     00:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders     00:16:14 Westall UFO TV Documentary In the past week, Skeptic Zone producer Richard Saunders appeared on the ABC TV (Australia) program 'Australian Story' to talk about the 1966 Westall UFO event from a reasonable but skeptical point of view. This has not pleased some UFO believers in TV land and they have been commenting on the YouTube video of the TV program. Richard, with the help of Maynard, reads out some of the more interesting comments. Australian Story Westall UFO https://youtu.be/IhKyQkhOfoM     00:22:34 For Crying Out Loud! It's Kat McLeod If wishes were fishes, Kat would have a koi pond in her head. This week she will take a look at the tradition of wishing, a topic we have not covered on the Skeptic Zone before, while we have looked at a lot of things that require wishful thinking like manifesting and far-fetched woo products, we haven't ever examined the tradition of wishing, until now. We wish you would listen! https://www.healthdigest.com/304485/why-you-should-stop-blowing-out-the-candles-on-your-birthday-cake     00:31:20 Australian Skeptics Newsletter What news has caught the eye of news editor Dee this week? Read by Adrienne Hill. Australian Skeptics http://www.skeptics.com.au We Can Reason, Canada https://wecanreason.com     00:41:32 The TROVE Archives A wander through the decades of digitised newspapers to look for references to NASA and UFOs.     1973.10.20 - The Canberra Times     1966.12.12 - The Canberra Times     1983.01.16 - The Canberra Times     1989.07.12 - The Canberra Times     1977.12.29 - Papua New Guinea Post-Courier     1977.12.28 - The Evening Independent - FL www.trove.nla.gov.au