Podcasts about Skepticism

A talk with Brian Dunning, who you might call a professional skeptic. He has been doing the Skeptoid podcast since 2006, and is the creator of multiple books and video projects aimed at promoting critical thinking and skepticism. We talk about the reasons why we're so often drawn to pseudoscience, bullshit, and no/low-evidence ideas in general. I also get his takes on assorted ideas, such as chiropractic work, acupuncture, UFOs, eye movement desensitization therapy, the placebo effect, and more. Support the show

Dr. Michael Shermer: Founding Publisher of Skeptic magazine, the Executive Director of the Skeptics Society, and a Presidential Fellow at Chapman University where he teaches Skepticism 101. For 18 years he was a monthly columnist for Scientific American. He is the author of New York Times bestsellers Why People Believe Weird Things and The Believing Brain, Why Darwin Matters, The Science of Good and Evil, The Moral Arc, and Heavens on Earth. His new book is Conspiracy: Why The Rational Believe The Irrational.Michael Shermer's Website: - https://michaelshermer.comIn this episode, we cover:Why The Rational Believe The Irrational.Conspiracies During The 2024 Presidential Election.Are We Heading Towards a Civil War?Sports and Trans Rights.Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, here's what to do next:Subscribe now to learn from the world's most brilliant minds.Share this episode with a friend.Rate the show on Apple Podcasts & Spotify.------Highlights00:00 Intro01:23 Michael's Trajectory04:30 Defining Skepticism06:06 Can Science Answer the Question of Meaning?09:57 What Are the Key Challenges We Face Today.14:28 How Much Can We Trust Our Modern Scientific Tools?19:20 The Emergence of Ideology Becoming Identity.22:44 Why The Rational Believe The Irrational.27:17 The Twitter Files Conspiracy.34:30 How To Distinguish Signal From Noise on Twitter.37:03 Conspiracies During The 2024 Presidential Election.43:10 Are We Heading Towards a Civil War?47:52 Sports and Trans Rights.51:20 What is Epistemic Humility?52:50 One Conspiracy Theory That Blew Michael's Mind?55:35 What Are Some Conspiracy Theories That Michael is Keeping a Mind On?59:30 Closing Remarks.----

Ever thought about what could be slowing down the growth of your business? Here are the top things that can stand in the way of your success and how to overcome them. Join me in this episode as I break down six common trends that prevent business owners from growing or scaling their businesses. You'll be able to understand the impact of business coaching in developing your business mindset and leadership. You'll also learn how asking for help can be essential for your next-level abundance. You can also watch the video podcast for this episode on Doctor TK YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoctorTK --- Get weekly business affirmations by texting ‘ABUNDANCE' to (310) 388-8603 Timestamps: (02:16) #1: Cost (03:21) #2: Time (04:15) #3: Lack of control (05:42) #4: Fear of failure (08:42) #5: Skepticism (10:12) #6: Resistance to change (13:02) What's in the Intentionally Abundant Business Club? (14:38) How about the Intentionally Abundant Business Conference? Standout Quotes: (05:02) "A lot of times, people don't even realize... that if you truly read a book, took a course, or invested in a program, and you learned everything there was about 'the thing' that you were taught— is it showing up and being implemented in your business?" (08:20) "At the end of the day, in order for me to understand my business and run it efficiently and effectively, I need to get help by somebody who's 8 to 10 steps ahead of me..., meaning you're always evolving and potentially getting a different coach at different levels." (10:03) "As a business owner, your goal should be to invest in time. Collapse the timeline by getting help." (11:52) "Ask yourself this question, 'How much longer am I willing to wait to win?' Because you're putting your winning, your abundance…, on pause because you're deciding to stay content." Resources Mentioned: Sign up for the Intentionally Abundant Business Conference at doctortk.com/links/ Connect: Find | Doctor TK On Instagram: instagram.com/doctortkpsych On Facebook: facebook.com/DoctorTKPsych On Pinterest: pinterest.com/DoctorTKPsych On Youtube: youtube.com/c/DoctorTK SUBSCRIBE & RATE On Apple Podcast On Google Podcasts On Spotify On Audible

... and nobody puts Greta in the corner! We start this week by commemorating Harriet Hall AKA "The SkepDoc" and talk about what a great loss her passing is for the international skeptic movement. On TWISH András talks about the London Institution, a major body for the public understanding of science in the 19th century, then with the Pope remaining un-poked this week, we are turning over to the news: - In the UK the British False Memory Society not to be dissolved after all - In HUNGARY, Hungarian-Canadian physician and author Gábor Máté spreads his dubious claims regarding cancer and autoimmune disease allegedly caused by childhood trauma and oppressed memories - In GERMANY a (mostly) peaceful demonstration at a coal mine site near Lützerath leads to police arrests (including Greta Thunberg) and violence, likely in coordination with energy giant RWE. This week's Really Wrong Price goes to Tory MP Andrew Bridgen who got expelled from the party for likening covid vaccinations to the Holocaust. Enjoy!

Smaller financial companies like tasty are predicated on empowering individuals. The problem they run into is the engrained culture within finance that pushes passivity. The message around the complexities of investing and argument for passivity has been around for as long as any of us can remember and it's turned into an incredibly profitable message for traditional financial companies. Central to that message is the exploitation of people's belief there is someone out there who knows more and has some sort of advantage. Convincing people otherwise is a tough hill to climb. On this week's episode, Tom and Dylan discuss the challenge of disruption in an entrenched industry. 

Smaller financial companies like tasty are predicated on empowering individuals. The problem they run into is the engrained culture within finance that pushes passivity. The message around the complexities of investing and argument for passivity has been around for as long as any of us can remember and it's turned into an incredibly profitable message for traditional financial companies. Central to that message is the exploitation of people's belief there is someone out there who knows more and has some sort of advantage. Convincing people otherwise is a tough hill to climb. On this week's episode, Tom and Dylan discuss the challenge of disruption in an entrenched industry. 

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Jesse and Brittany discuss their move (hopefully the last one for a while), listener emails and voicemails related to colonoscopies and caring for the unhoused, an art gallery owner who turned a hose on an unhoused woman in San Francisco, the death of Keenan Anderson at the hands of police in Los Angeles and the... The post #843 – “Justice for Keenan Anderson, George Santos’ Lies, Biden’s Classified Docs, and A$$hole of Today feat. ID Rep. Jack Nelsen.” appeared first on I Doubt It Podcast.

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... and someone please tell Prince Harry to act more responsibly. This week we start by lamenting over the launch failure of Virgin Orbit from Cornwall Spaceport, then praise Wikipedia that soon turns 22 and we also have a lot to thank Susan Gerbic, the "Wikipediatrician" for. Then in Pontus' absence we leave the pope alone and turn to the News: NETHERLANDS: Alleged nazi treasure map keeps people excited HUNGARY: Far right MP appears on the pseudodocumentary 'Died Suddenly' and antivaxers promote the movie ferociously UK: Information about weird shaped waves could be yet another nail in Nessie's coffin SPAIN: Researches find correlation between conspiratorial thinking and weird myths about the causes of cancer This weeks Really Wrong Prize goes to Prince Harry for actively promoting a questionable psychotherapy and consulting a psychic to help him cope with the loss of his mother, then advertising it on his autobiography. Enjoy! Segments: Intro; Greetings; TWISH; News; Really Wrong; Quote And Farewell; Outro; Out-Takes

Parity abounds in the NBA. We discuss what's behind it, and what that could mean for this year's playoffs. Then we break down the implications of Kevin Durant's injury, before delving into two contenders with opposite profiles moving in opposite directions. The Bucks are being carried by their defense, while the Nuggets are riding a white-hot offense. Who do we believe in more?

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The hugely sought after Fiongal Greenlaw is a modern-day mystic, Tarot reader and psychic. His mission is to make intuitive practises available to all, as he believes it's the greatest path to healing, clarity and growth. Fiongal is the creator of The Wellness Foundry –(@wellnessfoundry) a luxury spiritual brand consisting of Tarot & Psychic Readings, Astrology, Healings and Psychic Art launched in 2018 to provide others with spiritual insights and knowledge to navigate their best life's path. Also offering retreats, workshops and 1:1 spiritual life coaching and psychic mentorship.Fiongal blends Tarot, his psychic abilities and connection with his sprit guides to give you an in depth, uplifting and thorough sitting. The reading will offer guidance and leave you feeling enlightened and inspired as you continue on your path. He is renowned for business advice, health readings, spirit guides and an aura diagnosis.Fiongal is adored by clients at Chanel, Dior, Selfridges, L'Oreal & Harvey Nichols to name a few. He has also been voted one of London's top Tarot readers in TimeOutThe Wellness Foundry is hosting their Spring Retreat in Norfolk, UK in March. Fiongal is also running his hugely successful Learn the Tarot – 8-week online course, from 24th January, a chance to discover how to read the Tarot for yourself and others.WHAT WE CHAT ABOUTStructure vs chaosExperiencing prophetic dreamsFeeling isolated during a spiritual awakeningBeing taken to A&E on a Buddhist retreatSkepticism vs cynicismIs everyone psychic?How to kickstart your intuitionHOSTS Adam Husler (@adamhusler) & Holly Husler (@iamhollyhusler). Follow us @thehuslersPERKS10% off Liforme yoga mats with affiliate code HUSLER25% off our online platform with code THEHUSLERS25 (25% off single 12 month membership or reoccurring monthly membership until cancellation). Join at thehuslers.com

Kevin McKay preaches "Hostile Skepticism - From John 7:25-36, in this Sunday morning gathering of Grace Harbor Church.

Ever since President Xi Jinping abruptly lifted all the covid restrictions in China, the number of cases has exploded & the Xi govt is struggling to control the messaging as western nations impose travel restrictions & even WHO speaks up. ThePrint Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta assesses in episode 1149 of ‘Cut the Clutter', Brought to you by  @KiaInd  ----more----Read The Wall Street Journal article here: https://www.wsj.com/articles/why-xi-jinping-reversed-his-zero-covid-policy-in-china-11672853171----more----https://www.wsj.com/articles/beijing-crematoriums-death-surge-points-to-rising-covid-toll-in-china-11671219181----more----https://www.wsj.com/articles/chinas-covid-19-reversal-sparks-rush-for-medicines-jabs-11670591676----more----https://www.wsj.com/articles/chinas-covid-19-surge-puts-strain-on-medical-workers-11671055080

– also, never think with your royal penis! This week start with some listener feedback regarding the new Swedish Spaceport Esrange, look at the value of New Year's resolutions and discuss the crazy weather situation. In this week in Skepticism we celebrate the birth of Isaac Asimov who was born on 2 January 1920 (or was he?) and then Pontus reflects on the life and death of Joseph Ratzinger, aka. Pope Benedict XVI, aka, Senator Palpatine. Then we go through the news: INTERNATIONAL: European Humanist Federation merges into Humanists International SWEDEN: The spread of rumors of Swedish authorities kidnapping babies from all over the world RUSSIA: Russia is afraid of western psychic attacks DENMARK / RUSSIA: Danish military intelligence suggests drug-induced megalomania may have influenced Putin to invade Ukraine The Swedish King, Gustav XVI Gustaf, gets a well earned Really Wrong Award for thinking that monarchs shall have a penis. Enjoy! Segments: Intro; Greetings; TWISH; Pontus Pokes The Pope; News; Really Wrong; Quote And Farewell; Outro; Out-Takes;

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Jesse and Brittany discuss their rocky rat start to 2023, listener emails and voicemails related to Portland’s homeless problem and whether racism is a mental illness, George Santos’ lonely and awkward first day in Congress, Kevin McCarthy’s rough day failing to be elected as Speaker of the House including in-fighting among Republicans and a message... The post #842 – “New Year – Same Rats, Portland Homelessness, Racism as Mental Illness?, Kevin McCarthy’s Sad Day, and Trump Taxes!”  appeared first on I Doubt It Podcast.

In this special replay episode, Nathan Miller of Proving Ground joins the podcast to talk about hobbies during the pandemic, the digital transformation of AEC, some drawbacks of generative design, privacy concerns with IoT devices and connected buildings, and so much more! LinksProving Ground web siteComputers are Hard blog postNathan Miller on TwitterNathan Miller on LinkedInLeading architecture firms pen open letter to Autodesk over rising costs, sluggish development (Archpaper)Ender 3d Printer (Amazon)Book recommendations:What Technology Wants by Kevin Kelly (Bookshop)The Future of the Professions: How Technology Will Transform the Work of Human Experts by Richard Susskind and Daniel Susskind (Bookshop)YouTube links and channel recommendations:Nate's NXT BUILD 2020 presentation (YouTube)Proving Ground's YouTube channelColin FurzeAdam Savage's TestedThe HacksmithAlien ExoskeletonLightsaber episodeTRXL episode 018: ‘That Perfect Kind of Venn Diagram', with Dane StokesProject Anklebiter forum thread on 914 WorldMore TRXL Podcast episodesCheck out my other podcast too: Archispeak & PeopleverseMy YouTube channelConnect with EvanTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeEmailSponsorContent is more than Revit families. If it's digital, AVAIL can handle it. Learn more today at https://getavail.com and future-proof your firm's technology investment.

– also be prepared for next year's Christmas! We start by reflecting on Putin's “war” against Ukraine now that he (by accident?) admitted that that is what it is. In TWISH we hear about Vlad the Impaler (aka Vlad III or Dracula) and to what extent Bram Stoker used him as inspiration for his famous book. Also, some recent pseudohistory is making the rounds about Vlad III “Dragulya”. Pope Frankie has a new legal issue now that the Italian Senate has grown tired of his lack of action in the Orlandi case. Then we take a look at the news: NETHERLANDS: No ritual satanic abuse in NL SWEDEN: Svante Pääbo gets strange criticism INTERNATIONAL: After Christmas is before Christmas: tips for recycling SWEDEN: The King to inaugurate Europe's first launchpad for satellites We end the year by issuing a big Really Right and our deep thanks to all our listeners, patrons and supporters on Paypal. A very happy new year to you all! Enjoy! Segments: Intro; Greetings; TWISH; Pontus Pokes The Pope; News; Really Right; Quote And Farewell; Outro; Out-Takes;

Eighty-two people in Ohio, most of them unvaccinated children, have contracted the measles, as a new survey suggests the Covid-19 pandemic has increased vaccine hesitancy. Plus, House Democrats finally release Donald Trump's tax returns, but do the initial headlines support their political narrative? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the 72nd episode, I sit down with #skeptic #Michael #Shermer! We spoke about conspiracies, his time on the Joe Rogan Experience, his new book about what rational people believe about irrational people when it comes to conspiracies, and much more! About my guest: Dr. Michael Shermer is the Founding Publisher of Skeptic magazine, the host of the podcast The Michael Shermer Show, and a Presidential Fellow at Chapman University, where he teaches Skepticism 101. For 18 years, he was a monthly columnist for Scientific American. He writes a weekly Substack column. He is the author of 8 New York Times bestsellers!

Jesse and Brittany discuss their holiday rest and Swee’Pea’s Christmas conversations with passersby, Gov. Greg Abbott’s decision to send asylum seekers to cold Washington DC on Christmas Eve, the newly released body cam footage of the elderly woman being arrested over an unpaid trash bill in Alabama, Martin Shkreli’s advice about surviving in prison to SBF, Trump’s... The post #841 – Holidays!, Prison Advice, George Santos’ Wild Lies, A$$hole of Today feat. Rishi Sunak, and Takin’ Care of Biz feat. Shyann Delmar and Mecka Curry.  appeared first on I Doubt It Podcast.

Pastor Garrison GreeneTEXT: Matthew 1:18-25BIG IDEA: Jesus has come to save us from our sins.OUTLINE:1) The Story of How Jesus Came2) The Spirit's Miraculous Conception3) The Savior We Sinners NeedRESOURCES: ESV Study Bible; Reformed Expository Commentary: Matthew Vol I by Daniel Doriani; Christ-Centered Exposition: Exalting Christ In Matthew by David Platt; Rejoicing In Christ by Michael Reeves; Reason For God: Belief in an Age of Skepticism by Timothy Keller; The Strange Persistence of Guilt by Wilfred McClay

– however, the other 1063 predictions failed This week all the hosts are back from their adventures in foreign lands to record just before Christmas. We revisit the topic of Twitter and we hear about Pontus' trip to New Zealand. After a few short interviews with skeptics in Australia we go to TWISH for the birth of Uri Geller and to the Vatican for the latest mishaps of pope Frankie. Then we turn to the news: GERMANY: Fortune teller was right – the Queen passed away SWEDEN: Woman suffers paralysis and brain damage after seeing alternative quack masseur HUNGARY: Shops of health guru closing down SWEDEN: Prison for inventor of heater that supposedly generated more energy than was put in British politicians are notoriously nuts these days, and to illustrate this fact MP Andrew Bridgen receives this week's Really Wrong Award for his covid vaccine denial. Enjoy! Segments: Intro; Greetings; Interviews; TWISH; Pontus Pokes The Pope; News; Really Wrong; Quote; Outro; Out-Takes;

Pete Fiutak joins the show and Nick talks about his skepticism of one MLB executive's comments while he roots for another to keep spending at record rates. 

It's been a brutal year for equities and no stock better exemplifies that than Tesla. There are other stocks that have been beaten down, but it's different when the market darling of the last few years gets crushed. When leaders fall, followers question their own ability to survive. If the best of the best are not indestructible, what does that say about your chances? According to Tom, it's all about how you view risk and limiting exposure.

It's been a brutal year for equities and no stock better exemplifies that than Tesla. There are other stocks that have been beaten down, but it's different when the market darling of the last few years gets crushed. When leaders fall, followers question their own ability to survive. If the best of the best are not indestructible, what does that say about your chances? According to Tom, it's all about how you view risk and limiting exposure.

Ho ho ho! Here is a holiday special that forgets it's a holiday special within minutes! It's about a magician named James Randi, who dedicated his life to exposing dishonesty among psychics, faith healers, and other paranormal purveyors. Carrie remembers the six months she worked with Randi, and Ross explains the related paranormal testing operation with which he volunteers.We have social media: Twitter! Facebook!

Jesse and Brittany discuss the recent death of Dr. Douglas J. Navarick and reflect on their experiences with him, listener voicemails related to the airplane wars discussed in previous episode, Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler’s plan to follow New York City’s lead on dealing with the homeless crisis in the state of Oregon, Tavares police officer... The post #840 – “Remembering Dr. Douglas J. Navarick, Portland Follows NYC’s Lead, Fentanyl Cop Lies, Twitter Chaos, A$$hole of Today feat. TikTok Nurses, and Takin’ Care of Biz featuring Artemis.”  appeared first on I Doubt It Podcast.

This talk was given on October 13, 2022 at the University of Edinburgh. For more information please visit thomsiticinstitute.org. About the speaker: Joshua Hochschild is Professor of Philosophy and Director of Philosophy, Politics and Economics at Mount St. Mary's University, where he also served six years as the inaugural Dean of the College of Liberal Arts. His primary research is in medieval logic, metaphysics, and ethics, with broad interest in liberal education and the continuing relevance of the Catholic intellectual tradition. He is the author of The Semantics of Analogy: Rereading Cajetan's De Nominum Analogia (2010), translator of Claude Panaccio's Mental Language: From Plato to William of Ockham (2017), and co-author of A Mind at Peace: Reclaiming an Ordered Soul in the Age of Distraction (2017). His writing has appeared in First Things, Commonweal, Modern Age and the Wall Street Journal. For 2020-21 he served as President of the American Catholic Philosophical Association.

It used to be that banks had a monopoly on customer information. They see where you spend money and how often. Today, places like Amazon, who know virtually everything about you and social media companies, who know what you think, arguably have more information at their disposal than even banks. There is legitimate reason to discuss how this information and the lists those companies can create should be used. Tune in to this week's episode to hear Tom and Dylan discuss how these lists can be used and whether or not their use should be regulated.

It used to be that banks had a monopoly on customer information. They see where you spend money and how often. Today, places like Amazon, who know virtually everything about you and social media companies, who know what you think, arguably have more information at their disposal than even banks. There is legitimate reason to discuss how this information and the lists those companies can create should be used. Tune in to this week's episode to hear Tom and Dylan discuss how these lists can be used and whether or not their use should be regulated.

A very important conversation with one of the top skeptics in the world about his new, excellent book, Conspiracy: Why the Rational Believe the Irrational. Dr. Shermer is the Founding Publisher of Skeptic magazine, the host of the podcast The Michael Shermer Show, and a Presidential Fellow at Chapman University, where he teaches Skepticism 101. For 18 years, he has been a monthly columnist for Scientific American. In this interview, you will learn about the biology that motivates people to believe in conspiracy theories as well as understand there are, in fact, actual conspiracies. The important thing is understanding what one needs to consider in order to accept a belief about a conspiracy as “true.” Shermer gives very practical, good advice on how to interact with folks that mirrors my work of what is effective. Most importantly–being willing to be curious, respectful, ask good questions, don't be emotional or attack the individual and much more. Please check it out. Learn more about Steven Hassan and Freedom of Mind Resource Center. Visit freedomofmind.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jesse and Brittany discuss a controversial airplane take on Twitter, listener voicemails related to utility companies and a defense of Brittany, the tripledemic happening right now with flu, RSV, and COVID and the recommendation to get boosted and wear a mask, the guilty verdict for the Trump Organization and implications for future Trump investigations, Republicans... The post #839 – “Controversial Airplane Seating, Tripledemic, Trump Org Fraud, Kyrsten Sinema (I), Family Foundation Stunt, A$$hole of Today feat. Vicky Hartzler, and Takin’ Care of Biz feat. Maxwell Frost.”  appeared first on I Doubt It Podcast.

CNN reports on skepticism in and out of Iran over comments from a key official that the hijab law is under review and the feared “morality police” have been disbanded. Unusual shooting attacks targeting power stations left tens of thousands of people without electricity in North Carolina. The Charlotte Observer has the story. Dave Matthews took to the stage to support Raphael Warnock ahead of Georgia’s Senate runoff. New York Magazine explains why so many Democratic candidates have been calling on the jam-band icon to rally voters. The Wall Street Journal looks at kids who’ve made their families millions by playing with toys in YouTube videos.