0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:06:04 I Think We Need to Think. With Susan Gerbic

An interview with Susan about her recent feature in major Australian newspapers talking about fake psychics. We also learn about her ongoing investigations into those giving psychic readings on the Internet and her ongoing efforts to improve Wikipedia.

Susan's analysis of Dave the Medium

https://youtu.be/g0XDybFzbHg

https://youtu.be/r3B7SSitzI8 00:22:12 Maynard's Spooky Action

Join Maynard at Sydney's Skeptics in the Pub as he seeks the thoughts and opinions of thinkers and drinkers. This time, what 'alt-med' would pubbers like to see gone from our society? 0:39:06 The TROVE Archives

A wander through the decades of digitised newspapers on a search for references to Orgone Energy.

1977.12.28 - Bangor Daily News
1987.02.19 - The Sydney Morning Herald
2006.06.28 - Irregular - Maine
1992.07.03 - The Sun Journal

http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also Sydney Skeptics in the Pub
"Why Smart Women Zone" live podcast recording - 4 December

https://www.meetup.com/austskeptics

Support Dr Siouxsie

https://www.pledgeme.co.nz/projects/8521-support-dr-siouxsie-after-she-supported-us

 

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 00:02:44 Woo Watch! With Kate Thomas

This week Kate is interviewed at Skeptics in the Pub by Maynard.

Kate Thomas on TikTok and Instagram
https://linktr.ee/PrescribeorPass 0:18:28 Kinesiology and Applied Kinesiology

We look at science versus quackery when it comes to Kinesiology and Applied Kinesiology. What is the difference?

https://youtu.be/I8XscN_GjtE 0:30:34 Australian Skeptics Newsletter

What skeptical news has caught the eye of Dee this week?
Read by Adrienne Hill.

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:42:02 The Loons from Canada

This week, Kate and Ally (Adrienne and Kat) join Dr. Schmaltz of the Department of Psychology at MacEwan University, to report from a very successful Skepticamp in Edmonton, Canada. 0:48:10 The TROVE Archives

A wander through the decades of digitised newspapers on a search for references to Skeptics in New Zealand #2.

1981.11.05 - The Press
1984.03.03 - The Press
1984.08.07 - The Press


http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also Sydney Skeptics in the Pub
"Why Smart Women Zone" live podcast recording - 4 December

https://www.meetup.com/austskeptics

 

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders and Tim Mendham 00:06:06 A Look into the Stars

We take a sceptical look at the claims and promises of the age old practice of Astrology. Can the stars and planets really predict your future or influence your characteristics? 0:17:50 Gone and Forgotten #1

Over the years of skeptical inquiry (and after quite a few visits to the regular Mind Body Spirit exhibitions) we have come across many claims of pseudoscience and the paranormal.

At the time, members of the public and members of the media gave them credence beyond what they deserved. Some have stuck around, and even prospered - UFOs and psychic powers, to name two - but many more have died the death of irrelevance and fast fashion. Some might still be around, but only as a vestige of their once high-profile status. Others truly are forgotten.

So, who cares about these historical discarded artefacts? Well, we do, if only in the interests of historical discourse and as a warning to watch the skies for the next meteoric rise and fall of this month's unconvincing trend. 0:30:38 The TROVE Archives

A wander through the decades of digitised newspapers on a search for references to Astrology.

1980.09.11 - The Evening Times - Scotland
1968.07.31 - The Calgary Herald
1977.03.04 - The Lawrence Journal-World


http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also Skepticon Melbourne - Oct. 4 - 5
https://skepticon.org.au

 

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.
https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1158910

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.



http://www.trove.nla.gov.au

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

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:04:00 A Rough Guide to Spotting Bad Science

Being able to evaluate the evidence behind a scientific claim is important. Being able to recognise bad science reporting, or faults in scientific studies, is equally important. These 12 points will help you separate the science from the pseudoscience.

https://www.compoundchem.com/infographics 0:14:42 Round Table - Part #2

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 true believers vs scammers, fake health tests, and changing people's minds.

https://www.universetoday.com

https://skeptoid.com 0:27:14 Susan Gerbic in New Zealand

Trains, boats and cars! Susan travels the length of New Zealand on her way to the Skeptics Conference. 0:37:08 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to telepathy.



http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also   10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #266 - 24.November.2013

Sense about Science We chat with Dr Chris Peters about the 'Ask for the Evidence' program - Maynard's Spooky Action... Part 1. UFOs over Newcastle? Maynard finds out more with Ian Kirkwood - A Week in Science - Maynard's Spooky Action... Part. Random interviews with delegates and guests at the Australian Skeptics Convention.

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-266-24-nov-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:02:08 You Can Count of Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill

Adrienne Hill has Kat back again to give an update or three regarding episodes 778 and 775. They also discuss Tara flour and a supplement Adrienne discovered for humans at a wild bird store in Canada.

https://www.fda.gov/food/cfsan-constituent-updates/fda-launches-new-directory-ingredients-used-products-marketed-dietary-supplements 0:17:02 Round Table - Part #1

Fraser Cain from Universe Today joins Brian Dunning from the Skeptoid podcast and Richard Sanuders from the Skeptic Zone podcast to talk about the skeptical world and related issues.

This week the three science communicators talk about their introduction to skepticism.

https://www.universetoday.com

https://skeptoid.com 0:29:24 Australian Skeptics Newsletter

What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week?
Read by Adrienne Hill.

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:43:50 CICON 2023 Interviews

A catch up with our favourite skeptical singer/songwriter George Hrab from the Geologic podcast.

http://geologicpodcast.com 0:47:06 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to Mind Reading.



http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also   10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #265 - 16.November.2013

Maynard interviews Brain Dunning from the Skeptoid Podcast and finds out more about the stories from Australia. Tasmanian Tigers, UFOS and more under his skeptical eye - A Week in Science - Robert Blaskiewicz and the Burzynski Clinic. USA Toady are reporting on the Burzynski Clinic, the centre that seems to claim it can sure cancer. Robert Blaskiewicz fills us in on this clinic and some of the web sites that counter the claims - Maynard's Spooky Action... Part 2. Thinking of getting married? Would you like to marry your.... car? Maynard interviews Kate Alway from Sydney who wants to be wed to her VW Beetle.

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-265-16-nov-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:03:32 You Can Count on Adrienne

This week Adrienne interviews Susan Gerbic ftom Guerrilla Skeptics on Wikipedia. Susan, together with a host of other sceptics, as soon to head to Melbourne for the Australian Skeptics National Convention. Find out what Susan will be talking about in Melbourne and how you can meet this inspirational, skeptical activist.

http://www.skepticon.org.au 0:10:24 The Book of Tim. With Tim Mendham

What Goes Around By Tim Mendham

Geese, Golddiggers and San Francisco.

A reading from The Skeptic, Vol. 34 No. 3

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:18:32 Testing a Paranormal Claim

We join the Center for Inquiry Investigations Group as they test a claim of being sble to move clouds with paranormal powers. Incudes commentary by Kenny Biddle, Chief Investigator for the CENTER FOR INQUIRY.

https://cfiig.org 0:27:10 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to "Telepathic Twins".



http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also   10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #264 - 9.November.2013

Maynard's Spooky Action... Maynard interviews Dr Rob Morrison about 'The Curiosity Show', an Australian educational children's television show produced from 1972 to 1990. Find out how the show started, some of the adventures along the way and how you and your children can now enjoy this landmark of Australian TV - A Week in Science - Don't get fooled at the Track. From the Scamwatch web site, advice about not getting taken for a ride at the racing track - Sydney Skeptics in the Pub. The question this week... If you could go to Mars but not come back.. would you?

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-264-9-nov-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:02:58 CSICON 2023

We catch up with...

Melanie Trecek-King
An Associate Professor of Biology at Massasoit Community College, where she teaches a general-education science course designed to equip students with empowering critical thinking, information literacy, and science literacy skills. Melanie will aslo be appearing at Skepticon, Melbourne.

https://thinkingispower.com

https://youtube.com/@ThinkingPowers

Ross Blocher
An accomplished animation professional who has worked on award-winning films including The Princess and the Frog and The Simpsons Movie. He is also a co-host of Oh No, Ross and Carrie!

https://ohnopodcast.com 0:17:00 Australian Skeptics Newsletter

What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week?
Read by Adrienne Hill.

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:30:56 Maynard's Spooky Action

Maynard heads for Sydney Skeptics in the Pub to ask what Australians think of Halloween. 0:44:02 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to "Natural Healing".



http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also   10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #263 - 3.November.2013

Science Teachers' Association of New South Wales Inc. Young Scientist Awards. Richard Saunders takes a trip to the city of Wollongong to help present the 2013 Young Scientist Awards - Mind Body Spirit. Join Richard Saunders has he wonders around the maze of newage stalls at Sydney's Mind Body Spirit - A Week in Science - Maynard's Spooky Action... Maynard visits SkeptiCamp Sydney and interviews a wide range of people about all sorts of things. Highlights include a chat with Kate and Robin.

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-263-3-nov-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:02:50 CSICON 2023

A grab bag of interviews and sounds from the meeting in Las Vegas.

• Jim Underdown
• Dr Angie Mattke
• Adrienne Hill
• Celestia Ward

0:11:14 Skepticon 2023 Interview

Stephen Bavaro joins us to talk about his upcoming appearance at the Australian Skeptics National Convention. The story of Atlantis! See a preview at this talk at Sydney Skeptics in the pub, November 2nd.

https://meetu.ps/c/dRPP/SSz1/a

http://www.skepticon.org.au 0:18:08 The Book of Tim. With Tim Mendham

Flying Sorcery - By Dr Steve Roberts

A search of skys for UFOs and famous hoaxes.

A reading from The Skeptic, Vol. 34 No. 4

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:28:00 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to the paranormal.



http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also   10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #262 - 27.October.2013

A chat with Gunnar Roland Tjomlid. 'Placebo Defekten' is a new book from this Norwegian author - A Week in Science - The Think Tank. In the Think Tank this week are Eran Segev, Joanne and Marcos Benhamu, Dr Rachael Dunlop, Richard Saunders and Margaret-Ann Tait.

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-262-27-oct-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:02:50 You Can Count On Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill

Adrienne engages in a conversation with Kat MacLeod, delving into her personal journey with herbal supplements and the profound impact it has had on her life, as well as her dedicated advocacy work in Canada to raise awareness about the potential risks associated with these supplements. 0:22:08 Australian Skeptics Newsletter

What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week?
Read by Adrienne Hill.

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:35:40 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to the paranormal in Washington.



http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also Skepticon - Melbourne 2 - 3 Dec.
https://skepticon.org.au

Maynard JJJ 1993
https://maynard.com.au/sunday-afternoon-fever-kirk-pengilly/ 10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #261 - 20.October.2013

Dr Rachie Reports.. with Dr Rachael Dunlop. This week Dr Rachie chats with Dr David Hawkes from the Florey Institute in Melbourne. Just what is "The Skeptic Zone Virus"? - The Health of Sydney Harbour. Richard Saunders takes a stroll down to the Sydney Institute of Marine Science and chats with Associate Professor Emma Johnston. The science of Sydney Harbour and more! - A Week in Science - Maynard's Spooky Action... Maynard visits SkeptiCamp Sydney and interviews a wide range of people about all sorts of things. Highlights include a chat with Peter and Vanessa.

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-261-20-oct-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:02:30 Once More Unto The Breach

Tim Mendham, Sue Ieraci, Darryl Colquhoun and Richard Saunders head to Sydney's Festival of Mind Body Spirit to discover what quackery is on display. Will they survive the paranormal parade of pretend psychics? 0:12:54 You Can Count On Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill

Kelly Burke and Faith Newsome Rodriquez join Adrienne Hill to talk about refutations regarding the Stanford Marshmallow Experiment that was initially conducted in 1972 with follow-up studies declaring that a child's ability to delay gratification could be a predictor of future success, including better SAT scores, higher levels of education and lower body mass index.

https://theness.com/neurologicablog/index.php/the-marshmallow-test 0:32:54 The Book of Tim. With Tim Mendham

Phoney Fauna - Part #2 By Tim Mendham

Tim looks at all the strange and weird fake animals that have been invented over the years in order to delight, con, fool, or gain publicity for their creators.

A reading from The Skeptic, Vol. 34 No. 4

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:46:10 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to Mind Body Spirit.



http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also   10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #260 - 13.October.2013

Maynard's Spooky Action... Maynard visits SkeptiCamp Sydney and interviews a wide range of people about all sorts of things. Highlights include a chat with Heidi Robertson from the Northern Rivers, Spoon Bending with Saunders and Cup Cakes! - The Royal Institution of Australia (RiAus) is a national scientific not-for-profit organisation with a mission to bring science to people and people to science.

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-260-13-oct-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 00:06:14 Comet 3I Atlas and TikTok Tales of Doom

As another interstellar visitor races through our solar system, we look at various predictions and musings of people who think this chunk of rock is actually an alien spacecraft heading our way.

Prof. Dave - Avi Loeb
https://youtu.be/4nYXIeZh_bw 0:21:24 For Crying Out Loud. It's Kat McLeod!

This week Kat straps on some ghost busting gear and investigates the possibility of the paranormal when she does a deep dive into the gruesome haunting of Room 202 in the Fort Garry hotel. Trigger warning: suicide. 0:34:16 Australian Skeptics Newsletter

What skeptical news has caught the eye of Dee this week?
Read by Adrienne Hill.

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:45:24 The TROVE Archives

A wander through the decades of digitised newspapers on a search for references to Poltergeists.

1960.02.07 - The Toledo Blade
1973.10.28 - The Robesonina

http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also Skepticon Melbourne - Oct. 4 - 5
https://skepticon.org.au

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders, live from Sydney Skeptics in tbe Pub 0:02:12 Skeptical BBQ

Steve Roberts and Richard Saunders talk about the latest UFO shenanigans and their appreciation of one the founders of Australian Skeptics, Dick Smith.

James Randi in Australia - with Dick Smith

https://youtu.be/gN-0FEqAkQM 0:07:32 The Book of Tim. With Tim Mendham

Phoney Fauna - Part #1By Tim Mendham

Tim looks at all the strange and weird fake animals that have been invented over the years in order to delight, con, fool, or gain publicity for their creators.

A reading from The Skeptic, Vol. 34 No. 4

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:17:06 Csicon 2023

Adrienne Hill, Susan Gerbic and Rob Palmer with a little promotion for the upcoming Csicon in Las Vegas this October.

https://csiconference.org 0:20:26 Australian Skeptics Newsletter

What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week?
Read by Adrienne Hill.

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:33:22 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to Naturopathy, with comments by Sue Ieraci.



http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also   10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #259 - 6.September.2013

Dr Rachie Reports. A recently identified link between a toxic amino acid found in blue-green algae and several motor neuron diseases could help researchers devise a therapy for the fatal conditions - An interview with Warren Bonnet from Embiggen Books, followed by the launch of the book "The Explainer - From Deja Vu to Why the Sky Is Blue, and Other Conundrums" with Dr Mick Vagg and Dr Rachie - Guerrilla Skepticism on Wikipedia The mission of the Guerrilla Skepticism editing team is to improve skeptical content of Wikipedia. We do this by improving pages of our skeptic spokespeople, providing noteworthy citations, and removing the unsourced claims from paranormal and pseudoscientific pages. Why? Because evidence is cool - Saunders on the Radio. From the vault, Richard Saunders talks about the Mind-Body-Spirit Expo in Sydney - A Week in Science - George Hrab "Small Comfort" For Adele, a little Tabby cat who lived in Sydney, Australia.

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-259-6-oct-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:04:42 The Book of Tim. With Tim Mendham

Tim and Richard talk about the upcoming Skepticon in Melbourne and other skeptical issues.... and have some coffee and biscuits.

https://skepticon.org.au 0:14:24 You Can Count on Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill.

Adrienne Hill and Faith Newsome Rodriquez talk about the Hawthorne Effect, based on poor research done in the 1920s and 1930s, which infers that people will change their behavior simply because they are being studied.

https://www.mcgill.ca/oss/article/critical-thinking-history/one-last-centurys-most-influential-social-science-studies-pretty-bad 0:34:10 The Medical Eye

Emergency Physician Sue Ieraci is looking forward to her first visit to the festival of Mind Body Spirit (Wallet) in Sydney. How will she react to the outlandish medical claims being made? Will she convert and become a Reiki Master? 0:41:56 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to the late Barry Williams, former editor of The Skeptic Magazine.



http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also https://www.skeptic.org.uk 10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #258 - 29.September.2013

Mr. George Hrab. What's it like to MC 'The Amazing Meeting'? How cool is it to lead a band? - A Week in Science - Dr Stefan Sojka "Mind Your Back" is the new hit single from 'Dr' Sojka. Download the song and support this important message - Bad Science Watch Canada. We chat to Michael Kruse from Bad Science Watch and learn about their battle against homeopathy and other quackery

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-258-29-sep-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:03:24 Reiki on TikTok

We look via TikTok at some of the "practitioners" of Reiki, the fictional enery claimed to actually heal or... something... What is Reiki, who does Reiki and do you need a rake to do it? We wrack our brains for Reiki.

https://quackwatch.org/related/reiki/

https://www.reiki.org/faqs/what-reiki 0:24:40 Australian Skeptics Newsletter

What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week?
Read by Adrienne Hill.

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:38:02 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to prophecies.



http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also   10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #257 - 22.September.2013

Besh Saab off to Mars? Want to go to another planet on a one way ticket? Beah Saab tells us why he is just the man to do it! - A Week in Science - Maynard's Spooky Action... Maynard chats to Dr Pamela Gay and then to some of the people who came to hear her at Sydney Skeptics in the Pub - Your Stars? What do the stars have in store for you? Find out more...

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-257-22-sep-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:04:18 You Can on Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill

A visit to Salem, Massachusetts.

Join Adrienne for a fascinating virtual tour of Salem, focusing on the infamous Witch Trials and the general supernatural themes tailored to the tourist industry.

https://www.salem.org/things-to-do/tours 0:21:51 Mass Hysteria and Havana Syndrome

Rob Palmer talks about the Havana Syndrome, a cluster of symptoms experienced mostly abroad by U.S. government and military personnel. The symptoms range from pain and ringing in the ears to cognitive dysfunction and were first reported in 2016 by embassy staff in Havana, Cuba.

https://skepticalinquirer.org/authors/rob-palmer 0:39:26 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to "The Return of Christ".

http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also   10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #256 - 15.September.2013

Dr Pamela Gay. Pamela tells us about CosmoQuest and what you can do to help this wonderful endeavour - A Week in Science - An chat with Evan Bernstien. One of the rouges tells us about the early days of SGU - Maynard's Spooky Action... Maynard heads to the Power House Museum in Sydney and reports of the Big Night of Science with the Mystery Investigators Richard Saunders and Dr Rachie Dunlop. Also a chat to and Isabelle Kingsley from the Museum.

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-256-15-sep-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:03:42 Take Stock with Shelley Stocken

Doctor Google is at it again with millions of people seeking its advice. A classic story from 2017 from our dear late reporter. 0:11:50 UFOs in the Pub

We talk to long time skeptical investigators Ian Bryce and Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics about their opinions on the latest UFO fad. Insights from people who have seen it all before over many decades. 0:22:44 Australian Skeptics Newsletter

What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week?
Read by Adrienne Hill.

http://www.skeptics.com.au 034:30 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to "Health Myths".



http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also   10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #255 - 8.September.2013

Dr Colin Wright. A chat with the juggling mathematician. Is there more than one kind of infinity? Find out over a cup of coffee - A Week in Science - Maynard interviews Hubert van den Bergh, the author of "How To Sound Really Clever" - Saunders on the Radio. From the audio valut, Richard Sanders chats to Mike Williams on Sydney radio about Spontaneous Human Combustion and Fire Walking.

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-255-8-sep-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:05:10 You Can Count On Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill

This week Adrienne chats to Kat McLeod from Edmonton, Canada, about the strange practice of mouth taping. Can placing tape over your mouth, improve your health and sleep? Adrienne and Kat look at some of the claims and reality of this medical trend. 0:23:18 The Skeptical Box of Tricks

Clips from "Nerd Night" in the city of Bend in Oregon. Richard Saunders' workshop with spoon bending, body balance tricks and more.

Upcoming event at Skeptoid Media

https://skeptoid.com/events 0:34:08 The UFO movie they don't want you to see!

Brian Dunning with latest news on his new documentary and his opinion on the latest UFO fad.

http://www.theufo.movie 0:46:38 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to "Applied Kinesiology (AK)".

1998.05.27    -    The Riverine Herald
1999.06.04    -    The Riverine Herald
1990.01.15    -    The Canberra Times

AK on toddler via mother (Video)
https://youtube.com/shorts/JIJBIfhFU5c

"A quantum physics simulated frequency of something." (Video - Not a parody)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4TKd_av9otU&t=160s

Applied Kinesiology - How it's Done (Video - The Skeptic Zone)
https://youtu.be/Piu75P8sxTo?si=mL_j_2mayE6fq_wC

http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also   10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #254 - 1.September.2013

Tess Corkish and the Global Warming Rap - A Week in Science - Interviews from the 15th European Skeptics Congress. Our special guest reporter Shane Greenup - The 15th European Skeptics Congress, 23-25 August 2013, in Stockholm, Sweden. The conference is one in the series supported by the European Council of Skeptical Organisations. With Michael Marshal", Catherine de Jong, PJ and Michael Heap and Marit Simonsen

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-254-1-sep-2013

0:00:00 George Hrab
Luck Be A Lady 0:01:28 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:06:50 You Can Count on Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill

To celebrate the 777th episode of this podcast, Adrienne looks into the meaning behind the number 777. It's not just a type of airliner, but 777 appears in the most unlikely places. Just think, in another 777 episodes, it will be episode 1554! 0:13:54 Rob Palmer on Psychics

The Well-Known Skeptic talks about how people all over the world are taken in by psychic scams. From contacting the dead, to removing curses and also removing lots of money.

Rob recently interviewed Richard on the subject of UFOs for Skeptical Inquirer. Let's Talk UFOs: A Conversation with Richard Saunders (Youtube)

https://youtu.be/zIKdcjRKYdI 0:34:12 Australian Skeptics Newsletter

What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week?
Read by Adrienne Hill.

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:49:16 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to Egyptian curses.



http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also The Skeptical Box of Tricks - Bend, OR 29th Aug.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/bendnerds/permalink/2381214925419396/ 10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #253 - 25.August.2013

We catch up with Julie Lada who tells us about her adventures and encounters with woo woo in becoming a vet - A Week in Science - Maynard interviews Marlowe Cassetti about the early days of NASA and his thoughts on the so-called "moon landing hoax" - Eugenie Scott inducted into the IIG Hall of Honor

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/webpage/the-skeptic-zone-253-25-aug-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:06:04 You Can Count on Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill

Psychic and Facilitated Communication, claiming to unlock unheard voices. Adrienne, Susan Gerbic, and Janyce Boynton delve into the parallels between Psychics and facilitated communicators after viewing videos that exemplify each as frustrating, and heartbreaking.

https://skepticalinquirer.org/exclusive/an-artist-with-a-science-based-mission

https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=fcisnotscience

https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=psychics+explained 0:19:34 Uri Geller - X-Files Fan?

Did this "entertainer", really see the bodies of dead aliens? Or is this a case of watching too many science-fiction TV shows? When does X turn into the X-Files and who can tell the difference?

https://www.gamingbible.com/news/uri-geller-shares-proof-aliens-exist-fans-debunk-905157-20230815 0:30:24 CFI - Reject Pro-Homeopathy Amendment

CFI calls on their supporters to help defeat a pro-homeopathy amendment being proposed for the federal appropriations bill H.R. 4368. The homeopathy lobby is pushing hard for this amendment, and CFI needs their supporters to voice their opposition to their members of the U.S. Congress.

https://centerforinquiry.org/alerts/tell-your-representative-to-reject-pro-homeopathy-amendment 0:35:40 I Think We Need to Think! With Susan Gerbic

Skeptics on tour. Susan Gerbic and Kenny Biddle travel to Oregon where Kenny is to give lectures about critical thinking. Find out about how are you can benefit from the Center For Inquiry's information.

https://centerforinquiry.org/create-a-group/group-resources/ 0:39:46 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to chiropractic.



http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also The Skeptical Box of Tricks - Bend, OR 29th Aug.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/bendnerds/permalink/2381214925419396/ 10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #252 - 18.August.2013

Richard Saunders and Maynard at the Doctor Who exhibit, ABC centre in Sydney - Science Week at the Australian Museum. Interviews with science presenters doing outreach to students - A Week in Science - Another Big Psychic Show Rolls into Town. By Mal Vickers with assistance from Martin Hadley. Never has any psychic ever passed a rigorous scientific test of their claimed ability. While most skeptics are well aware of this, you'd think the media and society in general knew nothing of it.

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/-the-skeptic-zone-252-18-aug-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:05:28 Ghostly Radios

Skeptical investigator Kenny Biddle joins Richard Saunders to discuss so-called ghost or spirit boxes. Can a radio receiver that scans the AM/FM frequencies really put you in touch with your dear departed? Why do ghost like listening to the radio... or do they? Are the ghosts simply failed radio announcers? 0:27:18 Australian Skeptics Newsletter

What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week?
Read by Adrienne Hill.

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:39:42 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to "talking with the dead".



http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also ACA - Psychic says he's Australia's best. Story and video.
https://9now.nine.com.au/a-current-affair/psychic-cael-odonnell-melbourne/3685b599-e4e4-4aa7-9873-2b293a8953b8

Psychics Explained - Susan Gerbic interviews Richard Saunders
https://youtu.be/5Q0hdIxp_88

HangOut with Richard Saunders. The Skeptical Box of Tricks - Berkeley 12th Aug.
https://baskeptics.org

The Skeptical Box of Tricks - Bend, OR 29th Aug.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/bendnerds/permalink/2381214925419396/ 10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #251 - 11.August.2013

A night with Dr Phil Plait. Join Joanne Benhamu and Richard Saunders (together with Dr Amanda Bauer and Geoffrey Wyatt) as they spend an evening with Dr Phil Plait at the Sydney Observatory - Tim Farley from What's The Harm. What's the harm....? You may well ask, and we do! Join Richard Saunders and Tim Farley -A Week in Science

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-251-11-aug-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:05:48 You Can Count on Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill

Will the best psychic please stand up?

Skeptics have, for many years, heard of psychics, clairvoyants or mystics all claiming to be the best. Adrienne, together with Richard Saunders and Susan Gerbic, list the would-be number ones from Australia, Canada and United States. Surely they all can't be the very best at their game?

https://www.skeptics.com.au/who-is-australias-best-psychic/ 0:22:55 The Book of Tim. With Tim Mendham

Communication Breakdown

Tim looks at the pseudoscience of "facilitated communication", called the single most scientifically discredited intervention in all of developmental disabilities, or the "cold fusion" of human services.

A reading from The Skeptic, Vol. 43 No. 2

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:36:12 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to phrenology.



http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also ACA - Psychic says he's Australia's best. Story and video.
https://9now.nine.com.au/a-current-affair/psychic-cael-odonnell-melbourne/3685b599-e4e4-4aa7-9873-2b293a8953b8

WGM Morning News - The Great Australian Psychic Prediction Project
https://fb.watch/mdBnHfLB_U

HangOut with Richard Saunders. The Skeptical Box of Tricks - Berkeley 12th Aug.
https://baskeptics.org

The Skeptical Box of Tricks - Bend, OR 29th Aug.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/bendnerds/permalink/2381214925419396/ 10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #250 - 4.August.2013

60 Second Science. An interview with Brendan O'Brien about the online video project that gets students from all over the world to make videos for science - Penny Chan at TAM 2013 - We catch up with West Coast USA reporter, Penny Chan - Penny Chan interviews Kyle Sanders about his comic strip, Carbon Dating - A chat with Ross Blocher. One of the stars of the "Oh No Ross and Carrie" Podcast, Ross chats to Richard in Hollywood - A Week in Science with Dr Paul Willis - Maynard interviews Marlowe Cassetti about the early days of NASA and UFOs!

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-250-4-aug-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 00:03:28 Alien Abductions?

We take a look at the history, implications and possibilities of aliens travelling across the Milky Way to not only visit the Earth but also to kidnap some of its unlucky, innocent residents. 0:16:44 You Can Count on Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill

Relationship Gurus with Karen Bijkersma #2

The Internet seems full of people who want to offer you advice, for a price, on your relationships. This week Adrienne Hill talks to author Karen Bijkersma about some of these gurus and institutions.

https://karenbijkersma.com.au 0:38:55 The TROVE Archives

A wander through the decades of digitised newspapers on a search for references to Alien Abductions.

1989.06.06 - The Age
1997.12.09 - The Manila Standard
1987.04.26 - The Albany Herald
1990.05.10 - The Herald Jounal
1973.10.20 - The Dispatch


http://www.trove.nla.gov.au

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:04:40 Where are the Aliens?

A look at the social media reaction to the congressional subcommittee of June 26th to hear testimony from several military officers who allege the government is concealing evidence of UFOs. We discover many people now wrongly think that the US government has admitted to having real alien space ships in their possession.

https://vt.tiktok.com/ZSLxj47ER/ 0:21:04 Australian Skeptics Newsletter

What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week?
Read by Adrienne Hill.

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:32:30 The Skeptical Fairy

Looking for Maple Syrup in the Supermarket, Adrienne and Susan discover much more!

https://tinyurl.com/logicalzone 0:35:14 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to "Flying Saucers".

1952.07.01 - Examiner (Tas)
1948.01.08 - Border Watch
1968.05.05 - The Canberra Times
1947.06.07 - The Age (Mel)
1952.02.27 - Goulburn Evening Post
1947.06.09 - Advocate (Tas)
1952.07.14 - The Argus
1954.05.01 - The Daily Telegraph (Sydney)

http://www.trove.nla.gov.au 0:56:26 Conspiracy of One

New Song - A Cure for Miracles

Nate Eggins' mission is to encourage interest in science, promote critical thinking and offer new perspectives on the world through fun catchy music flavoured with his quirky sense of humour.

https://www.conspiracyofonesolo.com/ Also ABC TV 7.30 Report - Psychic Scams featuring Richard Saunders

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b2jqGq01BBo 10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #249 - 27.July.2013

Dr Rachie Reports - With Dr Rachael Dunlop. Antivax chiros and accountability as evasive as a subluxation - ANDINSCIENCE Campaign. We find out about the effort to get more science into the media - A Week in Science - Extra. Dr Paul Willis from the Royal Institution of Australia - A chat with Radford and Dunning. Be a fly on the wall as Richard Saunders talks with Ben Radford and Brian Dunning - Maynard interviews Marlowe Cassetti about the early days of NASA

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-249-28-july-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Maynard with Richard Saunders 0:05:40 The Next Wave

From the pages of the Skeptic Magazine, the Journal from Australian Skeptics, Richard Saunders casts an eye to the horizon in search of predicted tsunamis. He's still waiting.

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:15:50 QED - Andy Wilson

QED is a two-day science and skepticism convention taking place at the Mercure Piccadilly Hotel in Manchester from the 23rd-24th September 2023. Fantastic speakers from the worlds of science and entertainment will be joining them for a weekend celebration of science, reason and critical thinking. They aim to be an inclusive event, welcoming attendees from all backgrounds, ethnicities, and genders.

http://www.qedcon.org/ 0:26:52 You Can Count on Adrienne

Skeptical visitors in Calgary, Canada.

Adrienne, plays host to various visiting skeptics from around the world. Listen in as she meets up with Craig and Susan Shearer from New Zealand, Faith and Rodriguez from the United States, and Andras G Pinter (co-host of the ESP Podcast) from Hungary. 0:46:36 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to "The End of the World".



http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also   10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #248 - 20.July.2013

A interview with members of the Skeptical Society of St. Louis - At the Amazing Meeting we chat to Missy Rung-Blue, Dave Blue and Mike Bateman - A Week in Science (extra update) with Dr Paul Willis - A interview with Derek Colanduno - At the Amazing Meeting we chat to Derek Colanduno from the popular Skepticality Podcast.

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-248-20-july-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:03:10 Nobody's Fool

Nobody's Fool: Why We Get Taken In and What We Can Do about It Hardcover
by Daniel Simons and Christopher Chabris.

Interview with with Daniel Simons. From phishing scams to Ponzi schemes, fraudulent science to fake art, chess cheaters to crypto hucksters, and marketers to magicians, our world brims with deception. In Nobody's Fool, psychologists Daniel Simons and Christopher Chabris show us how to avoid being taken in.

http://dansimons.com

https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/daniel-simons/nobodys-fool/9781541602236/ 0:18:32 Maynard's Spooky Action

Maynard and Saunders head to Sydney Skeptics in the Pub. Featuring Annie McCubbin and Tim Mendham. 0:24:40 Australian Skeptics Newsletter

What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week?
Read by Adrienne Hill.

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:36:37 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to ghost cats.



http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also   10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #247 - 13.July.2013

A interview with Dr Eugenie C. Scott. Dr Eugenie C. Scott is a physical anthropologist who has been the executive director of the National Center for Science Education (NCSE) since 1987. She is a leading critic of young earth creationism and intelligent design - A Week in Science (extra update) with Dr Paul Willis

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-247-13-july-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:04:52 Premium Wine Card

Richard Saunders (with help from Ian Bryce and Steve Roberts) tests the Premium Wine Card, and shows that marketing and pseudoscience can leave a bad taste in the mouth.

From the pages of The Skeptic Magazine from Australian Skeptics.

https://web.archive.org/web/20211221114819/http://premiumwinecard.com

https://www.skeptics.com.au/wp-content/uploads/magazine/The%20Skeptic%20Volume%2040%20(2020)%20No%202.pdf 0:30:08 Maynard's Spooky Action

Maynard and Saunders head to Sydney Skeptics in the Pub to put the Wine Card to the test with a bunch of willing volunteers. 0:38:54 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to Jack the Ripper.



http://www.trove.nla.gov.au 0:56:36 Conspiracy of One

The song THEY don't want you to hear

Nate Eggins' mission is to encourage interest in science, promote critical thinking and offer new perspectives on the world through fun catchy music flavoured with his quirky sense of humour.

https://www.conspiracyofonesolo.com Also   10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #246 - 6.July.2013

Penny Chan gives us her report on the recent 'SkeptiCalCon' in California - A Week in Science - Maynard's Spooky Action... Maynard's sinks his claw into the strange story of the The Australian Cat Ladies and The Australian Christian Lobby!

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-246-6-july-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:05:14 Susan Gerbic

Quick, Quack Update and Social Adventures.

Susan talks about the TikTok quack being investigated. Also an adventure with local skeptics to visit a man who said he has seen a Bigfoot.

https://centerforinquiry.org/groups/santa-cruz-county-skeptics/ 0:25:12 Australian Skeptics Newsletter

What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week?
Read by Adrienne Hill.

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:37:30 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to Russia.

NOVA Secrets of the Psychics. James Randi

https://youtube.com/watch?v=41hJ6DY8xLI

http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also Sydney Skeptics in the pub

https://meetu.ps/e/MbbcL/SSz1/i 10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #245 - 30.June.2013

Dr Rachie chats to Rose Shapiro about her book, "Suckers: How Alternative Medicine Makes Fools of Us All" - A Week in Science - The Australian Senate and the AVN. We bring you part of the speech from Dr Richard Di Natale, Victoria's first Greens senator in the federal parliament. Hear what the senator has to say about the Australian Vaccination Network - Maynard's Spooky Action... Maynard's guest this week is Dr Jonathan Roberts, the Research Director Autonomous Systems Lab at the CSIRO. Are robots going to take over? (I don't think so...) But if they did, how would they see? Find out more with Maynard.

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-245-30-june-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:05:04 You Can Count on Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill

Looking at the New Age part #1

The Arcturian Healing Method is a set of cosmic energies inspired by higher beings called Arcturians from the star system Arcturus.

Brandi Kahn - Believes in Everything - Still not Psychic
Video chat with Adrienne Hill and Susan Gerbic

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6JTNMx0juk 0:18:34 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to Cancer Cures.

1933.06.17    -    The Warwick Daily News - QLD
1942.06.17    -    The Sun Sydney
1949.09.03    -    The Argus - VIC
1987.08.10    -    The Canberra Times
1994.03.21    -    The Canberra Times

http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also Skeptical Toolkit. With Kenny Biddle, Susan Gerbic and Richard Saunders.

https://youtube.com/watch?v=LEKVTNNFee4 10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #244 - 23.June.2013

Maynard's Spooky Action... Special guest this week is Wilson da Silva, the departing editor of Cosmos Magazine - A Week in Science - Sharon Hill - Cornered and Someone Wants to Tell Me Their Paranormal Story - Dr Rachie Reports. This week Dr Rachie chats about the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine with Dr David Hawkes from the Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-244-23-june-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:02:18 Vale Dr Siobhan O'Sullivan

We reflect on the life and legacy of Dr Siobhan O'Sullivan, podcaster, champion for the cause of animal welfare and, in the last years of her life, helping to spread the word on ovarian cancer.

Siobhan was and remains an example of grace in the face of adversity. She will be sorely missed, and we extend our sympathies to her friends and family.

Siobhan talks about her Ovarian Cancer on a ghost hunt with Maynard and Richard.

https://youtu.be/ykB67Sj5cYs?t=1081 0:11:40 Susan Gerbic and the TikTok Quack

Susan looks at the Wiki page views of a discredited so-called health care expert and how that same Wiki page is helping to educate people as to the real story behind the banning of this person from providing healh care and advice.

https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_idz/video/7227154247962332442 0:23:16 Australian Skeptics Newsletter

What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week?
Read by Adrienne Hill.

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:37:16 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to Water Divining.



http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also   10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #243 - 16.June.2013

From the pages of 'The Skeptic', a report from the Mitta Mitta Water Divining tests - Dr Rachie Reports. This week Dr Rachie reports on the recent court appearance of the Australian Vaccination Network - A Week in Science - Your Stars? What do the stars have in store for you? Find out more - Maynard's Spooky Action... Special guest this week is "Polyp", a radical political cartoonist, graphic novelist and Manchester UK skeptics member.

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-243-16-june-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:05:28 Again with the UFOs

We look at yet another "Any Day Now" (or ADN) story about UFOs. Yes, it appears that, once again, the lid is just about to be lifted and we'll all learn the truth about aliens visiting earth... again. Imagine the frequent flyer points!

Story of Dramatic New "UFO Whistleblower" Begins to Crumble

https://badufos.blogspot.com/2023/06/story-of-dramatic-new-ufo-whistleblower.html

Mick West on NewsNation

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nDqfGkifPEA 0:15:10 More Local Skeptics in Action

Susan Gerbic interviews Daniel Reed from the West Virginia Skeptic's Society.

The West Virginia Skeptic's Society is a community of truth-seekers dedicated to promoting critical thinking and skepticism. Their mission is to explore the mysteries of the world around us, from the depths of the cosmos to the depths of the human psyche. They aim to engage in lively discussions, spark new ideas, and solve perplexing mysteries, all while promoting rationality and logical thinking.

https://www.westvirginiaskepticssociety.com/ 0:26:08 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to NASA and UFOs.

1966.12.12 - The Canberra Times
1973.10.20 - The Canberra Times
1983.01.16 - The Canberra Times
1987.03.08 - The Canberra Times
1989.07.12 - The Canberra Times


http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also Skepticon - Call For Papers
https://skepticon.org.au/call-for-papers 10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #242 - 8.June.2013

A chat with D.J. Grothe, president of the James Randi Educational Foundation - This week Dr Rachie appears on ABC radio to take call in questions about vaccination - A Week in Science Maynard's Spooky Action... Special guest this week is Dr Paul Willis from the Royal Institution of Australia (RiAus). Maynard also chats to people at Sydney Skeptics in the Pub

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-242-8-june-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:02:32 You Can Count on Adrienne

Interview with Courtney Heard

Courtney Heard is the host of the Q-Dropped Podcast, featuring stories of relationships torn apart by QAnon. She has been an active and outspoken member of the online atheist community since 2014, when she launched her blog, www.godlessmom.com.

Born and raised secular in British Columbia, she has never been religious but has found the sudden increase of conspiratorial thinking in the mainstream discourse unsettling. She has dedicated much of her free time to telling the stories of people who have lost a loved one to QAnon because her own parents have been lost down the same rabbit hole.

https://www.porthosmedia.net/qdropped 0:17:41 Local Skeptics

Susan Gerbic chats to Greg Roe from the Santa Cruz County Skeptics, a group for science enthusiasts, critical thinkers, and skeptics in Santa Cruz County, California. They socialize, promote science and critical thinking in their community, host talks, and more.

https://www.meetup.com/santa-cruz-county-skeptics

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1419831232169981 0:23:06 Australian Skeptics Newsletter

What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week?
Read by Adrienne Hill.

Includes Adrienne's Canadian word of the week, "Kerfuffle".

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:33:44 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references about mysterious India.

paper here

http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also Meet the ex-NYPD cop and private investigator who tracks down fraud psyhics

https://youtu.be/2GHt018bMFQ 10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #241 - 2.June.2013

A chat with Canberra Skeptics - A Week in Science - The Think Tank. Once again we head to our club at the end of the street to talk about issues of the day. Joining us this week are Joanne Benhamu, Dr Rachie and Eran Segev.

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-241-2-june-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:02:22 Dinosaurs in San Francisco

Join Dr Eugenie Scott and Richard Saunders as they inspect a new exibition of Sauropod Dinosaurs at the Academy of Sciences in San Francisco.

The largest land animals that ever lived have arrived at the Academy! Get ready for a hot sauropod summer with life-size dinosaur models, hands-on interactives, and programs for junior paleontologists.

https://www.calacademy.org/exhibits/the-worlds-largest-dinosaurs 0:13:36 Susan Gerbic in Berkeley

Susan tells us of her YouTube series investigating so-called "Grief Vampires", otherwise known as con artists claiming to be able to contact the dead.

Psychics Explained - Grief Vampire Edition
https://www.youtube.com/@PsychicsExplained 0:25:58 The Book of Tim. With Tim Mendham

Mass Hysteria By Dr. Allen Christophers

Students of the paranormal are familiar with claims of miraculous cures of disease where the improvement in condition is brought about by suggestion on the part of the healer. The other side of the coin is the situation where diseases are generated by a process of sugges- tion.

A reading from The Skeptic, Vol. 1 No. 1

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:35:16 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to Lake Monsters.



http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also   10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #240 - 26.May.2013

A report from the Sunday Telegraph and 'Lateline' on the appalling behaviour of the Anti-Vax crowd - This week Dr Rachie appeared on The Project (Network 10) to talk about vaccination rates in Australia - A Week in Science with Dr Paul Willis - Dr Rachie chats to Andy Lewis from the web site Quackometer - The tables are turned and Saunders ends up being interviewed, on Radio 2UE with Murray Wilton, about being a skeptic and his upcoming public talk in Canberra.

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-240-26-may-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 00:03:34 The World Without the Modern Skeptical Movement

We imagine what society would be like if James Randi and people like him never started the modern skeptical movement. What would the world be like? 0:16:56 You Can Count on Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill

Relationship Gurus with Karen Bijkersma #1

The Internet seems full of people who want to offer you advice, for a price, on your relationships. This week Adrienne Hill talks to author Karen Bijkersma about some of these gurus and institutions. 0:31:52 Australian Skeptics Newsletter

What skeptical news has caught the eye of Dee this week?
Read by Adrienne Hill.

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:44:20 The TROVE Archives

A wander through the decades of digitised newspapers on a search for references to a "Jinx".

1937.08.13 - The Evening Indepentent
1982.08.12 - The Gadston Times
1951.08.31 - The Lighgow Mercury
1949.10.22 - The Newcastle Sun
1954.03.11 - The Toowoomba Chronicle and Darling Downs Gazette
1950.11.09 - The Guyra Argus


http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also Skeptics Cafe
https://vicskeptics.wordpress.com/events

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:02:12 You Can Count on Adrienne. Wiki UFOs #2

This week Adrienne takes a look at some of the many UFOs reports from the second half of the 20th century as recorded on Wikipedia.

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_reported_UFO_sightings 0:19:56 Australian Skeptics Newsletter

What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week?

Includes the Canadian Word of the Week, "Skookum".

Read by Adrienne Hill.

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:34:48 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian and Canadian newspapers on a search for references to "Ogopogo".



http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also Susan Gerbic's talk in Berkeley https://baskeptics.org/hangouts 10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #239 - 20.May.2013

Dr Rachie Reports with Dr Rachael Dunlop This week Dr Rachie interviews Sonya Pemberton about her upcoming documentary "Jabbed – Love, Fear and Vaccines" (Genepool Productions, 2013) - Mind Body Spirit May 2013 - A Week in Science with Dr Tania Meyer - Maynard chats to Timothy Short who is a specialist anaesthetist at Auckland City Hospital - Guildford's so-called House of Miracles. What is going on in the Sydney suburb of Guildford? Is someone from 'the other side' really trying to communicate by spattering oil on the walls of a house? Well... we don't think so. Reports from the last 6 years.

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-239-20-may-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:04:46 Walking with Canadian Dinosaurs

Join a merry band of skeptics as they wander the vast exhibits of one of the world's foremost natural history museums.

Interviews with Vincent Stevens, Adrienne Hill, Celestia Ward and Lilith Thompson.

The Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology is Canada's only museum dedicated exclusively to the study of ancient life. In addition to featuring one of the world's largest displays of dinosaurs, it offers a wide variety of creative, fun, and educational programs that bring the prehistoric past to life.

https://tyrrellmuseum.com 0:23:00 The Book of Tim. With Tim Mendham

Alien Honeycomb Tested By Mark Plummer

A report about the time skeptics examined what was claimed to be an alien artefact, possibly part of a UFO!

A reading from The Skeptic, Vol. 1 No. 1

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:31:58 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to The Fox Sisters



http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also   10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #238 - 12.May.2013

Dr Rachie reports on what our state (New South Wales) politicians, on both sides, have to say about the Australian Vaccination Network - A Week in Science with Dr Paul Willis - Maynard chats to John Flansburgh from They Might Be Giants

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-238-12-may-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders with Adrienne Hill and Celestia Ward

We Can Reason! Our trio talk about being part of this conference in Calgary, Canada. 0:03:44 Australian Skeptics Newsletter

What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week?
Read by Adrienne Hill.

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:10:48 The Book of Tim. With Tim Mendham

Skeptical Investigations

Tim chats to Richard Saunders about the skeptical investigations carried out by Australian Skeptics over the past 40 yesrs.

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:17:06 UFO Car Wash

Richard Saunders joins podcaster and film maker Brian Dunning in a car wash to talk about the upcoming documentary "The UFO Movie THEY Don't Want You To See".

http://theufo.movie 0:22:00 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and Harry Houdini.

1925.02.02    -    Mudgee and North West Reparative
1927.01.08    -    The Evening News Rockhamption - QLD
1933.03.22    -    The Evening News Rockhamption - QLD
1933.04.29    -    Western Star and Advertiser - QLD

http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also   10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #237 - 4.May.2013

A chat with Dr Colin Wright. Maths is more than numbers! Find out how you can take part in Maths Jam - A Week in Science with Dr Paul Willis

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-237-4-may-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:03:12 You Can Count on Adrienne

An interview with Abhijit Chanda from India, host of the "Rationable" Podcast and skeptical activist. One of Abhijit's skeptical interests is the alternative medicine known as Ayurveda or Ayurvedic. This is a system of traditional medicine native to India, which uses a range of treatments, including panchakarma ('five actions'), yoga, massage, acupuncture and herbal medicine, that claims to encourage health and wellbeing. Abhijit also talks about palm reading in India.

https://www.berationable.com 0:20:40 The Book of Tim. With Tim Mendham

SKEPTICS TEST PSYCHIC SURGEON By Mark Plummer

When a small paragraph advertisement in "The Age" on January 3rd 1981 stated that an English medium-psychic surgeon would be commencing practice in Melbourne the Australian Skeptics swung into action.

A reading from The Skeptic, Vol. 1 No. 1

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:30:16 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and Fairies.

1920.12.04    -    The Maitland Weekly Mercury
1921.01.15    -    The Daily Telegraph - Sydney
1922.12.09    -    The Daily Mail - Brisbane
1983.03.21    -    The Canberra Times

http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also   10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #236 - 27.April.2013

A chat with Deborah Hyde, editor of The Skeptic magazine (UK). Vampires and more vampires! Move over Buffy as Deborah tells all about the creatures of the night - A Week in Science with Dr Tania Meyer - Dr Rachie Reports with Dr Rachael Dunlop. From QED in Manchester, Dr Rachie chats to ex-cop Stevyn Colgan about problem solving - Maynard interviews Scott Bartle about his concerns with government.

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-236-27-april-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:04:30 You Can Count on Adrienne. Wiki UFOs

This week Adrienne takes a look at some of the many UFOs reports from the first half of the 20th century as recorded on Wikipedia.

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_reported_UFO_sightings 0:17:11 Australian Skeptics Newsletter

What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week?
Read by Adrienne Hill.

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:30:48 Vale Rex Gilroy

One of Australia's all time great characters from the world of cryptozoology has died. We look back at some of the media reports about Rex and his decades long search for mysterious animals.

Maynard interviews Rex Gilroy for the Skeptic Zone.

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-291-16may2014 0:42:02 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.

1922.05.08 - The Daily Telegraph - Sydney 1923.06.05 - Singleton Argus 1928.07.21 - The Register - SA 1930.07.07 - The Daily Pictorial - Sydney 1930.07.12 - Northern Star - Lismore 1930.07.29 - Border Watch - SA

http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also   10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #235 - 20.April.2013

Richard Saunders in Olomouc, the Czech Republic - A chat with Jakub Ráliš from the AFO48 Festival. What is AFO? Find out this long running festival - The Enemies of Reason - at AFO48 Richard Saunders introduces the film by Dr. Richard Dawkins - A quick chat with Rebecca Watson Rebecca was also a guest of the festival. - The winner of the international science film competition at AFO48. Jury member Bechara Saab annouces the winning film, The Grammar of Happiness. Other jury members were Irina Belykh and Richard Saunders - QED in Manchester. A chat with Michael Marshall and Geoff Whelan and many other people at QED - A Week in Science with Dr Paul Willis - Maynard interviews James Owen Weatherall about his book, 'The Physics of Wall Street'.

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-235-20-april-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:03:06 Adrienne Hill on the High Seas

During a recent visit to the Skeptic Zone studios, Adrienne spoke to Richard Saunders about her voyage from Sydney to New Zealand. What magical thinking and woo did she find on board the vessel? Find out as Adrienne recounts tales of the high seas. 0:24:42 Saunders talks Skeptics in the Pub

In 2006, Richard Saunders appeared on Sydney radio to chat with Glenn Wheeler about being a skeptic, TV Psychics and Sydney Skeptics in the Pub. Not much has changed in almost 20 years.

http://www.meetup.com/austskeptics 0:37:46 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers where we find a whole page devoted to the paranormal.

1941.02.14 - The Guardian - Perth WA

http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also WeCanReason

Western Canadian Reason Conference May 5-6 2023
(With guest Richard Saunders live on stage)

https://wecanreason.com 10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #234 - 13.April.2013

A chat with Leisha Camden from the Norway Skeptics. What is her view of the state of science, reason and education in Norway? - An Irish Adventure. A stroll in the park with Fionnuala Murphy from the Irish Skeptics and then a visit to a real Irish pub... complete with singing! - QED in Manchester. First day of QED. Richard Saunders and Dr Rachie feed a goose? - A Week in Science with Dr Paul Willis - The Think Tank - USA. Join Travis Roy, Steve Lunquist, Andrew Handsford and Dale Roy as they chat about the recent NEXUS conference, TAM USA, conspiracy theories and.... popcorn?

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-234-13-april-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:03:16 New Zealand Skeptics' $100,000 Challenge

We talk to Craig Shearer, the chair of the New Zealand Skeptics, about the organisation's $100,000 challenge. Can psychics and their ilk in New Zealand live up to their claims? If so, they can collect the large cash reward.

http://skeptics.nz 0:19:54 Australian Skeptics Newsletter

What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week?
Read by Adrienne Hill in tne Skeptic Zone studio.

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:28:02 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to "Fisher's Ghost".

1925.02.20 - The Herald - Melbourne Vic
1925.09.24 - The Evening News - Rockhampton Qld
1927.03.09 - The Kiama Reporter and Illawarra Journal
1948.09.27 - Tweed Daily
1897.01.30 - Australian Town and Country Journal

http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also   10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #233 - 6.April.2013

A chat with Marit Simonsen and Kristin Carlsson in Oslo. Walking in the snow or visiting skeptics in the pub, Oslo has something for everyone! - An update with Ian Bryce on the operation to restore sight to a blind dog... thank you science! - A Week in Science with Dr Paul Willis - Maynard's Spooky Action. He's back in Sydney Skeptics in the Pub to ask the BIG question. Should you tell kids about the Easter Bunny? - "Tesseracts" by Neal A. Yeager

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-233-6-april-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:04:06 An Interview with Kenny Biddle

Kenny Biddle is a science enthusiast who investigates claims of paranormal experiences, equipment, photos, and video. He promotes science, critical thinking, and skepticism through his blog I Am Kenny Biddle. He frequently hosts workshops on how to deconstruct and explain paranormal photography.

Richard Saunders on Kenny Biddle's show

https://www.youtube.com/live/4HiK8LiX0fQ 0:18:17 The Skeptic Magazine

We review, take a peek inside, examine, and generally look at the latest issue of the Skeptic Magazine, the Journal from Australian Skeptics.

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:26:24 Ian Bryce and Paranormal Investigations from 1988

In a rare recording from decades ago, we discovered Australian Skeptics were investigating Wayback in 1988. 0:41:00 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to Ghosts.

1980.04.01    -    The Bulletin
1904.12.02    -    The Blue Mountains Gazette

http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also   10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #232 - 30.March.2013

A Week in Science with Dr Paul Willis - The Think Tank - Join Dr Rachie and Richard Saunders and an A380??

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-232-30-march-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders and Adrienne Hill 0:02:32 Maynard's Spooky Action

It's back to Sydney Skeptics in the Pub where Maynard interviews Adrienne Hill. Maynard also asks pubbers the big question, "Are the old fashioned skeptical topics still relevant to today's skeptical movment?"

https://www.meetup.com/Austskeptics 0:28:50 Australian Skeptics Newsletter

What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week?
Read by Adrienne Hill.

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:41:02 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to the paranormal.

1946.10.12 - The World's News
1950.10.09 - Worker
1947.09.18 - The Age

http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also   10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #231 - 23.March.2013

Dr Steve Novella from the SGU Podcast Richard Saunders chats to Dr Novella about his podcast and other skeptical adventures - A Week in Science with Dr Paul Willis - inFact with Brian Dunning - Guest Editorial with Ben Radford. Astral Projection: Just a Mind Trip.

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-231-23-march-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:04:06 You Can Count on Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill

WikiProject Folklore

With the help Richard Saunders, Adrienne takes a look at the top ten list of topics at "WikiProject Folklore", which states, "Founded in 2018, the WikiProject's goal is simple: to improve Wikipedia's coverage of folklore-related topics by identifying and employing sources from folklore studies. Members build relevant articles that meet Wikipedia's reliable source criteria, develop categories and templates, and work to improve pre-existing problem articles that fall within the scope of the project. "

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:WikiProject_Folklore

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:WikiProject_Folklore/Popular_pages

WikiProject Report, Special:FAQs

https://Wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Wikipedia_Signpost/2013-04-01/WikiProject_report 0:26:18 The Teachings of Carlos

A look at some of the pages from the book "The Teachings of Carlos" from the great Carlos Hoax by James Randi in 1988. This book of nonsense was written by Randi and used as part of the press kit for the channeler Jose Alvarez (in reality Randi's companion Deyvi Pena) as part of the "60 Minutes" Australia hoax.

The Teachings of Carlos - "60 Minutes" Australia TV Report from 1988
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qN54PDwNa6s 0:41:52 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to "Therapeutic Touch".

http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also   10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #230 - 16.March.2013

The Mighty Mitta Muster Water Divining Test 2013. Join Richard Saunders and a host of skeptics and diviners on the old Mitta Mitta tennis court for a major test of water divining - Diviners' Intervention. Written and performed by Jim Wilshire - A Week in Science with Dr Paul Willis - Academia Film Olomouc. More infromation about the festival in the Czech Republic.

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-230-16-march-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 00:02:50 Msynard's Spooky Action

Maynard heads to Sydney Skeptics in the Pub for a special screening of the remastered documentary "James Randi in Australia". Attending was Kent Blackmore who took part in the documenty 45 years ago. Maynard also chats to Skeptic Zone listener Tom.

http://www.sydneymagic.net 0:22:26 Psychic Penny's Horoscopes

Exclusive to The Skeptic Zone, Psychic Penny casts a horoscope and looks deep into the stars. Is your fate in her hands?

This week her mystic insights are for Sagittarius, Pisces, Capricorn and Aquarius. 0:28:06 The Loons from Canada

Kate and Allie do a brief update about previous discussions before delving into some sport superstitions, particularly some hilarious hockey habits and some goofy golf gambits that make Kate and Allie giggle.

Mentioned in the episode:
Thinking is Power : Superstitious pigeons:

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Ex9ogrsWOao 0:44:20 The TROVE Archives

A wander through the decades of digitised newspapers on a search for references to Water Dowsing.

1954.09.16 - The Robesonian
1977.01.15 - The Nashua Telegraph
1977.09.19 - The Victoria Advocate - Texas
1969.08.05 - The Telegraph Herald - Iowa


http://www.trove.nla.gov.au

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:03:00 Nostradamus in Print

A chance find of a newspaper clipping in a Berkeley book store leads to Richard Saunders ordering a long forgotten publication from 1983, "The Untold Story - Nostradamus' Unpublished Prophecies". 0:27:26 Nostradamus on TV

A trip back to 1979 and 1989 to look at the documentaries produced by the Seven Network in Australia, "The Prophecies of Nostradamus". A case study in how myths and assertions can be presented as fact.

https://archive.org/details/the-prophecies-of-nostradamus-1979 0:42:10 Australian Skeptics Newsletter

What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week?
Read by Adrienne Hill.

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:54:00 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to Nostradamus.   1949.04.22 - Balonne Beacon - QLD 1973.01.04 - The Canberra Times 1941.07.24 - The Advocate - Melbourne 1979.11.14 - The Canberra Times 1938.09.28 - The Kadina and Wallaroo Times
http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also   10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #229 - 10.March.2013

Maynard's Spooky Action.. Look out for Pirates! Maynard talks to Simon Frew from Pirate Party Australia - A Week in Science with Dr Paul Willis - Academia Film Olomouc. A quick chat about the festival in the Czech Republic. - Dr Rachie Reports A report from Radio 2SER about vaccination featuring Dr Racie - Sydney Skeptics in the Pub. We chat to pubbers and ask the big questions... Do you think human society on the whole will ever turn to science and reason and if so, how long will it take?

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/webpage/the-skeptic-zone-229-9-march-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Richard Saunders 0:03:48 Planets In View

Richard Saunders travels to the Chabot Space & Science Center to meet up with Leonard Tramiel. Together they gaze, in broad daylight, at the planets Venus and Jupiter.

https://chabotspace.org 0:13:12 You Can Count on Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill

An interview with Jonathan Jarry

Jonathan is a science communicator for McGill University's Office for Science and Society, or the OSS, and the co-host of the award-winning Body of Evidence podcast. He is frequently quoted in local, national and international media on issues of science and pseudoscience and is a regular on CTV Montreal News. His subversive video about a fake cancer cure went viral and reminded over 14 million people to be skeptical. Johnathan has been interviewed on the Skeptic Zone before on episode #569 in 2019 about the dangers of ear candling.

This is an edited version of the interview. To hear the interview in full, use this YouTube link. https://youtube.com/watch?v=byDSjyTSkWk

https://www.mcgill.ca/oss

https://www.jonathanjarry.com

http://twitter.com/crackedscience 0:29:24 Mythical Horses and Ring-a-Ring-a-Roses

A wonderful side excursion to Fairyland, an adventure playground for children, in Oakland California. Dr Eugenie Scott looks at some of the mythical creatures and nursery rhymes.

https://fairyland.org 0:38:12 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to superstitions.

http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also   10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #228 - 3.Mar.2013

We talk to Sharon Hill about her web site 'Doubtful News' - Dr Rachie Reports. The lastest goings on with those wacky folks at the Australian Anti-Vaccination Network - Project DropFox. An interview with Trent Brusky from DropFox, a web site giving back to the skeptical community - A Week in Science with Dr Paul Willis - Maynard's Spooky Action.. Maynard jumps into his time machine to continue interview from the Australian Skeptics Convention, 2012

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-228-3-march-2013

0:00:00 Introduction
Susan Gerbic 0:01:38 You Can Count on Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill

WikiProject Alternative Medicine

With the help Richard Saunders, Adrienne takes a look at the top ten list of topics at "WikiProject Alternative Medicine", which states, "This WikiProject aims primarily to facilitate the development of professional articles on all aspects of complementary, alternative and integrative medicine. The scope of this WikiProject will be referred to throughout our project pages simply as CAM (complementary and alternative medicine)."

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:WikiProject_Alternative_medicine

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:WikiProject_Alternative_medicine/Popular_pages

WikiProject Report, Special:FAQs

https://Wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Wikipedia_Signpost/2013-04-01/WikiProject_report 0:25:04 Australian Skeptics Newsletter

What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week?
Read by Adrienne Hill.

http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:35:30 A Dive into a Trove

A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to "Fake Cures".

http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also   10 Years Ago

The Skeptic Zone #227 - 23.Feb.2013

Water Divining Preview We talk to Laurie Smith about the upcoming water divining tests in Mitta Mitta - Maynard's Spooky Action.. An interview with Simon Taylor, an Australian comedian and Hollywood writer. ... He writes for The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and much more - The Think Tank. Join Jo Benhamu, Eran Segev, Guy Segev and Richard Saunders for skeptical talk of skeptical issues

https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-227-23-feb-2013