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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 Carlos Orsi, Elissar Gerges, Robyn Lowe, and Ted Lefroy.
Alice talks about neurodivergence and disability, following the new Channel 4 documentary The Great ADHD Myth. Meanwhile, Marsh tries to climb a ladder.
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.
Edward Guimont’s "The Power of the Flat Earth Idea" is a useful, if occasionally flawed, look at the modern flat earth movement and its proponents.
The post The Power of the Flat Earth Idea: A distinctive historical perspective on a proverbially absurd belief appeared first on The Skeptic.
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