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The Skeptics Guide #1047 - Aug 2 2025

The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe

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The Fallacy of Popularity in Scientific Validity

This chapter explores the misconception that popularity equates to truth, contrasting it with the importance of expert consensus in scientific discourse. It examines societal beliefs, like those regarding UFOs and GMOs, and underscores how true scientific understanding often faces slow acceptance despite popular opinion.

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