The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe

The Skeptics Guide #986 - Jun 1 2024

Jun 1, 2024

Delving into gene editing advancements and aerospace alloys. Exploring the cognitive abilities diversity and bio-electronic fibers. Unveiling the mystery of pyramid construction methods. Challenging misconceptions in ancient engineering and exoplanet discoveries. Guessing mysterious noises and nostalgia for ancient punch cards. Critiquing science communication and debunking acupuncture points. Discussing innovations in air quality, graphene, and antibiotics. Exploring the cooling effect of air pollution and challenges of unlearning misinformation.

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Wild Bear Encounter and Starlink Internet Service

Genetic Editing Advancements and Aerospace Alloys

10:35 • 16min

The Diversity of Cognitive Abilities and Innovations in Bio-Electronic Fibers

26:41 • 23min

Exploring Theories and Methods of Pyramid Construction

Revealing the Ancient Pyramid Mystery Along the Dried Nile Branch

Uncovering Misconceptions in Ancient Engineering and Exoplanet Discoveries

54:23 • 13min

Creative Guesses for 'Who's That Noisy' Segment

01:07:33 • 2min

Nostalgia for Punched Cards and Excitement for the 1000th Episode

01:10:01 • 10min

Critique and Discussion on Science Communication and Expertise

01:20:27 • 3min

Debunking Acupuncture Points and Evidence-Based Medicine

01:23:12 • 10min

Innovations and Challenges in Air Quality, Graphene, and Antibiotics

01:33:19 • 14min

Discussing the Cooling Effect of Air Pollution and the Challenge of Unlearning Misinformation

01:47:19 • 3min