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The Skeptics Guide #986 - Jun 1 2024

The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe

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Uncovering Misconceptions in Ancient Engineering and Exoplanet Discoveries

This chapter challenges the misconception of ancient civilizations' engineering capabilities and delves into the underestimation of non-European societies' technological achievements. It explores the six basic engineering tools in the Klein-plane and highlights the sophistication of ancient medical interventions. The conversation then shifts to the discovery of Gliese 12B, a potentially habitable exoplanet, discussing its characteristics and the complexities surrounding classifying it as habitable.

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