SGU Episode 559
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| SGU Episode 559 |
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| March 26th 2016 |
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| Skeptical Rogues |
| S: Steven Novella |
B: Bob Novella |
C: Cara Santa Maria |
J: Jay Novella |
E: Evan Bernstein |
| Quote of the Week |
Just because science doesn't know everything doesn't mean you can fill in the gaps with whatever fairy tale most appeals to you. |
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Introduction
You're listening to the Skeptics' Guide to the Universe, your escape to reality.
What's the Word ()
- Equilux
News Items
Supernova Shock Wave ()
Desk Exercise ()
Angry Suns ()
Moderate Drinkers and Health ()
Who's That Noisy ()
- Answer to last week: Tron
Questions and Emails
Question #1: Shouting 'Fire' In a Crowded Theater ()
First amendment implications.
Science or Fiction ()
Item #1: Astronomers reports that they have found galaxies so bright, at over 100 trillion solar luminosities, there is no current classification for them. Item #2: Scientists have produced a genetically modified maggot that secrets a protein that promotes wound healing. Item #3: A new study finds that treating toxoplasmosis infection significantly reduces the symptoms of anxiety in 40% of patients. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/03/160323142328.htm
Skeptical Quote of the Week ()
'Just because science doesn't know everything doesn't mean you can fill in the gaps with whatever fairy tale most appeals to you.' - Dara Ó Briain
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