SGU Episode 153
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SGU Episode 153 |
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June 21st 2008 |
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Skeptical Rogues |
S: Steven Novella |
B: Bob Novella |
R: Rebecca Watson |
J: Jay Novella |
E: Evan Bernstein |
Quote of the Week |
“I deny nothing, but doubt everything.” |
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Introduction[edit]
You're listening to the Skeptics' Guide to the Universe, your escape to reality.
News Items ()[edit]
Ice on Mars ()[edit]
- gizmodo.com/5018156/confirmed-phoenix-finds-ice-on-mars
Crop Circle Pi ()[edit]
- www.cropcircleconnector.com/2008/barbury/barbury2008a.html
Japanese Water Car ()[edit]
- www.goodcleantech.com/2008/06/genepax_water_energy_system_ma.php
Psychic Alleges Sexual Abuse ()[edit]
- www.theness.com/neurologicablog/?p=318
FDA Crackdown on Fake Cancer Cures ()[edit]
- www.sciencebasedmedicine.org/?p=148
Spa Reflexology ()[edit]
Special Feature ()[edit]
- Brian Dunning present his new introduction to skepticism movie - Here Be Dragons
herebedragonsmovie.com/
Live Questions ()[edit]
Live Q & A ()[edit]
Steven Novella and the SGU Panelist take questions live at TAM 6
Science or Fiction ()[edit]
Question #1: Researchers have developed a silicon-based computer chip design that eliminates the need for assisted cooling. Question #2: Researchers have discovered the microscopic 'clutch' that engages and disengages the bacterial flagellum. Question #3: Man loses 80 pounds eating nearly every meal at McDonalds.
Skeptical Quote of the Week ()[edit]
“I deny nothing, but doubt everything.” - Lord Byron
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