Episodes
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0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:02:00 You Can Count on Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill
This week Adrienne talks to the organizers of the Los Angeles Skepticamp on the day after the event which was held on March 24, 2024.
Interviewed are Wendy Hughes, Heather Henderson, Paula Lauterbach, Jane Selkie, Deborah Warcken, and Susan Gerbic.
https://skepticampla.fmtpo.com
https://www.youtube.com/@HeatherHenderson
https://www.abouttimeproject.org 0:14:16 The Book of Tim. With Tim Mendham
Join Tim Mendham and Richard Saunders at Sydney Skeptics in the Pub as they talk about the special guests lined up for the Australian Skeptics national convention in November.
http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:21:48 Australian Skeptics Newsletter
What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week?
Read by Adrienne Hill.
http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:34:12 A Dive into a Trove
A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to Australian Skeptics.
1984.07.05 - The Sydney Morning Herald
1987.02.11 - The Sydney Morning Herald
1989.03.17 - The Sydney Morning Herald
1994.11.14 - The Sydney Morning Herald
1998.03.30 - The Sydney Morning Herald
http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also We Can Reason - Calgary Canada
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0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:04:30 My Mum Talks To Aliens - Or Does She?
A review of a TV documentary from 2010. Mary Rodwell travels Australia seeking out those who claim to be abducted by UFOs. Can she convince her son during the course of the two week adventure? What, if any, real evidence does the documentary provide?
https://youtu.be/zZ6dJergQ8o
https://www.metabunk.org/threads/debunked-2007-avebury-ufo-sighting-military-exercise-flares.6411/ 0:18:34 The Book of Tim. With Tim Mendham
The Pauline Conspiracy By Dr Paul Willis
Paul Willis puts on both his pop hat and his tinfoil hat to look at a classic plot from the Fab Four.
A reading from The Skeptic, Vol. 34 No. 3
http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:30:18 Milbourne Christopher
Milbourne Christopher (1914 - 1984) regarded those individuals who claimed extrasensory perception or psychic powers to be actually using magic trickery. He wrote three book-length exposes regarding those he said were false seers or psychics: ESP, Seers & Psychics; Mediums, Mystics & The Occult; and Search For The Soul.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Milbourne_Christopher 0:47:18 A Dive into a Trove
With Kat McLeod
A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to Anti-Vacation in tne 1950s.
1952.03.14 - The Barrier Miner
1954.10.25 - Daily Mercury in Queensland
1955.05.26 - The Central Queensland Herald
1958.10.03 - The Australian Jewish Times
http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also We Can Reason - Calgary Canada
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0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:04:36 Kenny Biddle Tiks on Tiktok
It's hard to believe, but much of what you see on Tiktok may not be all it seems! Chief Investigator for the Committee for Skeptical Inquiry, Kenny Biddle, hunts for claims of the paranormal on Tiktok. Can he explain the unexplainable?
https://www.tiktok.com/@kennybiddle42 0:20:56 Australian Skeptics Newsletter
What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week?
Read by Adrienne Hill.
http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:32:20 A Dive into a Trove
A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to yet more UFOs.
2014.01.27 - Woman's Day
2010.11.29 - New Idea
http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also Dick Smith's Helicopter Adventure - Parkinson 1982
https://youtu.be/TM_0q3m5i40
We Can Reason - Calgary Canada
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0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:04:00 Skeptical Highlights of Dick Smith
As we send our birthday wishes to Dick Smith, who just turned 80 years old, we look back at his influence on the skeptical movement in Australia. We also cover his great friendship and productive cooperation with James Randi.
James Randi in Australia - With Dick Smith
https://youtu.be/gN-0FEqAkQM
This Is Your Life - Dick Smith 1997
https://youtu.be/FEXr2Wh4fPQ 0:17:32 The Skeptic Magazine, From Australian Skeptics - March 2024
A look through some of the features and stories of the current issue of this long-running magazine, including a closer look at a report by Richard Saunders into the so-called "power bands" of the last 15 years.
http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:26:04 The Book of Tim. With Tim Mendham
It's Behind You! By Adam van Langenberg
Do you ever get that feeling that you're being stared at? Then, when you turn around, you notice somebody looking right at you? Sometimes with a knife? Adam does, and he suspects that most other people do as well. There are lots of reasons why this could happen. It could be a case of confirmation bias.
A reading from The Skeptic, Vol. 32 No. 3
http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:34:28 A Dive into a Trove
A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to UFOs.
1991.09.07 - The Sydney Morning Herald
1972.07.02 - The Sydney Morning Herald
1986.09.14 - The Sydney Morning Herald
http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also
https://www.alantacolley.com/upcoming-gigs
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0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:04:10 You Can Count on Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill
Redefining Beauty, one tongue press at a time?
Can keeping your mouth shut make you more attractive? While some people believe so, it may not be for the same reasons you think. Adrienne Hill has an interesting conversation with Kat McLeod to discuss the controversial beauty trend and viral sensation known as "mewing"; the origins and the myths. 0:19:08 Alanta Colley - Live Show
Trick or Treatment at Melbourne International Comedy Festival : 25- 31 March
Big pharma gets a bad rap, but what about big chakra? Could horse de-wormers cure a global pandemic? Can I mainline the placebo effect? Come on a science comedy journey through the wild and weird and occasionally effective world of alternative medicine with Alanta Colley as your test subject.
https://www.alantacolley.com/upcoming-gigs
https://thebutterflyclub.com/show/trick-or-treatment 0:28:46 Australian Skeptics Newsletter
What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week?
Read by Adrienne Hill.
http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:41:14 A Chat with Dr Eugenie Scott
In a follow up interview, Dr Eugenie Scott expands her thoughts on the development of human teeth. Also how you can get involved in the San Francisco Bay Area Skeptics.
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0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:03:18 Strange Bedfellows
Once again, Susan Gerbic finds herself under attack from an odd assortment of UFO and conspiracy believers. This time they are trying to change her Wikipedia page to include what they think is the truth. it really is a case of the blind leading the blind.
https://www.abouttimeproject.org 0:23:08 Nerd Night in Bend, Oregon
Join Kathy Rightmire, Brian Dunning and Richard Saunders as they enjoy Nerd Night in the city of Bend in Oregon. This is a regular meet up much like Skeptics in the Pub. Includes a portion of Brian's talk, "Sounds from Beyond".
https://skeptoid.com/events/30257 0:35:14 A Dive into a Trove
A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to Bigfoot and Oregon.
1977.05.17 - The Canberra Times
1973.10.26 - PNG Post
1976.08.30 - The Canberra Times
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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
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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
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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 -
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 -
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) -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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.
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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 SEEhttps://theufo.movie
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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
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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.
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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.
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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 - Show more
