Podcast Episodes

The Pentagon's UFO Hunt

Episode 621

The Pentagon gave $22 million to a very unlikely group of UFO proponents.

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8 years, 5 months ago

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Listener Feedback: Provisos, Addenda, and Quid Pro Quos

Episode 620

Listeners write in with extra information that adds a whole new dimension to some past shows.

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8 years, 5 months ago

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Alcohol Myths

Episode 619

We point the skeptical eye at five popular beliefs about alcoholic beverages.

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8 years, 6 months ago

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Are They Real, or Are They Fictional?

Episode 618

Another round of famous names from the past: Can you guess whether each is real or fictional?

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8 years, 6 months ago

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10 Great Science Hoaxes

Episode 617

A look at those few times when hoaxers came closest to fooling those who knew better.

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8 years, 6 months ago

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Abiotic Oil

Episode 616

Some believe that oil comes from geological processes rather than from ancient biomass.

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8 years, 6 months ago

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Titanic Myths

Episode 615

Three of the most popular conspiracy theories surrounding the sinking of the Titanic.

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8 years, 7 months ago

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The Inflammatory Diet

Episode 614

Why no, in fact you should not avoid certain foods to reduce your body's inflammation.

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8 years, 7 months ago

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The Kids Who See Blindfolded

Episode 613

Children throughout India are being taught to see while blindfolded... apparently.

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8 years, 7 months ago

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The Boy Who Thought He Was Reincarnated

Episode 612

This boy thought he had lived a past life as a fighter pilot. He had some help getting there.

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8 years, 7 months ago

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