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Mike looks at ball lightning, why there is so little evidence of it, and asks whether it exists at all.
From the pages of The Skeptic magazine, this is The Skeptic podcast, bringing you the best of the magazine’s expert analysis of pseudoscience, conspiracy theory and claims of the paranormal. Featuring articles from Chris French, Mark Horne, Aaron Rabinowitz, and Nigel Watson.
Episode 54 of our satirical, skeptical comedy podcast recorded live at QED 2023. Appearing alongside host Andy Wilson are Jordan Holmes, Cara Santa Maria, and Michael Marshall.
The death of Erich Von Däniken earlier this year leaves behind a pseudohistorical ancient-alien legacy tinged with its author's racist views.
The post The ancient alien legacy of the late pseudo-archaeologist, Erich Von Däniken appeared first on The Skeptic.
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