This is a quick update on the podcast and things going on in our lives! We are coming back this week with the continuation of our series on the science of death (and undeath). Love all of you who listen to us, and who have been so patient during this great summer of our discontent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do individuals decide whether to accept human causes of climate change, vaccinate their children against childhood diseases, or practice social distancing during a pandemic? Democracies depend on educated citizens who can make informed decisions for the benefit of their health and well-being, as well as their communities, nations, and planet. Understanding key psychological explanations for science denial and doubt can help provide a means for improving scientific literacy and understanding—critically important at a time when denial has become deadly. In Science Denial: Why It Happens and What to Do About It, the authors identify the problem and why it matters and offer tools for addressing it. In this episode we interview the authors about the book, their work, and what we can do about it! Get a copy of the book, and the new paperback here: https://academic.oup.com/book/39889 or https://www.amazon.com/Science-Denial-Happens-What-About/dp/0190944684 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode we dig into the early years of the famine, from the time of the first loss of a potato to the end of the Peel government. This begins a long series of disasters, some naturally occurring, and others created by the government in their quest to starve the Irish into becoming good capitalists. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode, join Chris and Marie as they answer some listener questions before going on a short 1 month hiatus! Then we will be back with a big series on the Unabomber, followed by the continuation of season 3! We love you all Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob Lazar is back in the news, at least on the alien blogosphere. Chris is pretty annoyed about it, and what it suggests about our nation's chemistry classes. Some say he is an alien truth whistleblower, who is being unfairly silenced by the FBI because he blew the lid off of Area 51, our use of anti gravity technology, and the government's access to free energy via element 115\. Others say he is a fraud with slightly better than average knowledge of the periodic table. Come listen to our analysis of the Element 115 claims of Mr. Lazar! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode we review the year 2018 for the show and us personally, and get into a discussion about Facebook, censorship, and the role that fringe views have in science and politics. Is it more important to be free to say what you want, or to ensure people have access to good information? Hear our takes on this week's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lake Tahoe is a pretty odd place. Super deep, super beautiful, and super full of weird stuff. Come find out what waits in the depths on this weeks episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TTSA released their SEC filing a few weeks ago. What did it say? How's it looking? Find out on this week's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just what would we do with a piece of an alien ship? Should mega corporations have a hand in what technology we get from downed UFOs? Is Blink 182 drastically overrated, or is Marie being mean to Chris? Find out on this week's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Halloween! Thank you for another amazing year. We can't wait to bring more spooky stories to you in the coming season! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode join Chris as he interviews Dr. Caleb Lack on Illuminati conspiracy theory, satanic ritual abuse, and critical thinking.  https://www.caleblack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode join Chris and Marie as they delve into the terrifying yet often comical world of the modern day satanic panic. What do the Illuminati, Pizza, and Jimmy Page have in common? Evidently Satan uses them for his bidding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode join Chris and Desdymona as they talk about the history and practice of exorcism! https://callingdarknesspodcast.libsyn.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What made the government response to the Irish famine so ineffective? What were the social and economic issues which made the blight lead to such significantly worse outcomes for the Irish than other countries in Europe? We dig it into these issues on this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Chris and Marie sit down for a chat with High Priest Peter Gilmore and High Priestess Peggy Nadramia of the Church of Satan to discuss philosophy, their beliefs, and the satanic panics of the past and present.  https://www.churchofsatan.com/frequently-asked-questions/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode we trace the devil from Dante's Inferno to the modern day. Does he look more like Bowie or Swinton? Find out on this week's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode we delve into the darker side of the celestial hierarchy: Demons! Where do they come from, what are their myths and legends, and what are our picks for letters A through D?! Find out on this weeks episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode we talk about Angels, this time with even more extra eyes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What should you do during an economic collapse? Will one happen? Just how does the economy sort of operate today? Find out in this weeks episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is economics? How did it began, and how has it changed over time? What is Marie's favorite punk rock band being overtaken by popular culture? Find out in this (last weeks) episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

And another bonus! This episode Chris and Marie talk Alex Jones, his media empire, and his removal from many social media sites. What is his history, how does it relate to other conspiracy theorists, and what are the arguments for and against his removal? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this bonus we interview Mike Banti of WeirdFresno.com about the nightcrawlers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Could the econonmy collapse? How did the last bubble burst? What even is a market bubble? Find out on this week's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode, join Chris and Marie as they discuss alien big cats, our big little cats, and other signs of cat related paranormal problems. Oh yea, best episode ever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode we dig deep into the philosophical underpinnings of the Great Irish Famine, and begin to look at some of the causes of this catastrophe. Guess what, it's capitalism and the destructive effects of an extractive economy. Damn you trickle down economics, we've been fooled again! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode Chris and Marie are joined by two of our favorite people, Sam from the Not Alone podcast and Rob from the Our Strange Skies podcast, to discuss the Fresno Nightcrawlers! What are they, why are they, and why does Marie think they are so cute? Find out on this episode! ___________________ Podcast updates: Chris is done moving into his new apartment, Marie is back from vacation, and we are full steam ahead! We will be putting out a bunch of bonus episodes to thank you, the fans, for being so wonderful and patient during our crazy end of summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the shocking conclusion of the Alien Odyssey saga John and Phyllis meet more aliens, attend more crushed velvet events, and deal with the FBI for good. How does it end? You'll find out on this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A bonus episode to tide you over for the exciting conclusion of the Alien Odyssey! This week it's an interview with paranormal fan and noted Goth DJ Aurora Sandelands of "She's in Control" here on KRSM in Minneapolis! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode the Meloney's tell the US government of an imminent threat, then promptly leave New Hampshire. Many more aliens are encountered. Things get weird. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Technically his name is pronounced "Mel-ah-nee" and not "Mel-oh-nee" but we can all agree Mologna is the best of all possible spellings. On this episode we talk about his time at NICAP, his first meetings with Phyllis, and the beginnings of the alien contact! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The story of John Meloney, NICAP and MUFON investigator for the state of NH from the earliest days of UFOlogy has been largely forgotten. Maybe this is because of his ties to the intelligence services, or because of his commitment to a one world democratic government. Or maybe its because he spent his later years traveling the country with his wife, and the variety of extraterrestrials she claimed to channel. This month we'll bring you a UFO story you've never heard, straight from our very own backyard! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We return this week with an episode on sexism and gender issues within science, power dynamics in graduate school, and an interview with reporter Micah Emmel-Duke on his reporting on University of Minnesota sexism claims. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The final episode in our series on some of the myths of Marijuana! Is it bad for you? Can it cure cancer? Does it even stop pain? Find out on this week's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode Chris talks anthropology and sociology with the hosts of one of our favorite podcasts, the Semi Intellectual Musings podcast! Go check them out! https://thesim.podbean.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode we delve deep into the history and theory behind tulpamancy, the crafting and creation of Tulpas. It's going to get pretty weird and fun. Don't use them for anything gross, for the love of God. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Continuing our series on episodes that start with the letter M, Chris and Marie introduce Marijuana myths, both those that say its amazingly healthy and those that say its the devil's lettuce. Where did these myths start, is there any truth to them, and can CBD Oil really cure cancer like all those mommy blogs say? Find out in this series! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen in as Chris and Marie talk to a listener and police officer about police militarization, the use of force, and how it relates to real military service! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is your DNA a piece of your private information? What if you upload it online for free? Could George Orwell have predicted such ridiculous lack of care about personal identity? Or is it all fine in the name of the march forward of science? Find out on this weeks episode, as we delve into the philosophy and ethics of DNA forensics surrounding the Golden State Killer case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is there a military industrial complex that we should be afraid of? How does the science of war get going, and can the government control it? Are there any truths in the warnings of President Eisenhower? Find out on this weeks episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can a painting be haunted? What is it about art that makes it so viable for this sort of scary story? Did WE find a haunted painting? Find out on this weeks episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is Black Salve? Why shouldn't you put it on your face? Is there an easier way to treat cancer, as opposed to going to the doctor and getting radiation therapy? What's your favorite dangerous chemical you can buy on the internet? Find out on this weeks episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this bonus episode Chris and Dr. Lucas Landherr (aka Dante Shepherd) go through the 2018 name of the year bracket and apply their own metrics to find the number one name. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do trees talk? How are they able to fight off predators? Do plants have rights? Find out on this week's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we discuss the color Blue, its history, and its majesty. Did it exist before the Middle Ages? Or was everyone colorblind before then? Just what color was that frustrating dress, anyways? Find out on this weeks episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode we take a bold new direction for the shows format! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode, join Chris and Marie as they discuss another form of thought form, that created by the consciousness of it's own body! We get into projecting the astral body, how to get into astral projection yourself, and how these ideas differ or coincide with things like dreaming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How could time travel work? Do you need to shave to be a crononaut? What's up with spacetime, and what is time dilation? Find out in this weeks episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dang it, Marie, they are TURNING THE FROGS GAY. Join us this episode as we discuss water fluoridation, why to do it, and conspiracy theories in general! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we finish up our series on the history of surgery! How did we develop aseptic technique? What were the particulars of stealing bodies? How does cholera spread, and whats a miasma? Find out on this weeks episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices