

The Skeptics Guide #967 - Jan 20 2024
4 snips Jan 20, 2024
In this episode, the hosts discuss topics such as nuclear batteries and their applications, delays in the Artemis 2 launch, cloning monkeys and its implications, converting CO2 into carbon nanofibers, Feng Shui and energy plants, the mystery sound and elevator noise, the illusion of free will, scientific discoveries including transparent blood and biodegradable plastic, a debate over plastic durability, AI-generated fictional claim and disappointment, and the intersection of music, art, engineering, and science through OK Go's music videos.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Impact of Atypical Weather on Cities and Infrastructure
01:46 • 5min
Nuclear Batteries: How They Work and Applications
06:23 • 17min
Delay in Artemis 2 Launch
23:28 • 10min
Cloning Monkeys: Advancements and Potential Implications
32:59 • 11min
Converting Atmospheric CO2 into Carbon Nanofibers
44:21 • 10min
Feng Shui, Energy Plants, and Common Mistakes
54:42 • 9min
Sponsor Break and 'Who's That Noisy' Segment
01:04:04 • 2min
The Mystery Sound and Elevator Noise
01:05:51 • 12min
The Illusion of Free Will
01:17:38 • 15min
The Compatibility of Free Will with Neuroscience
01:32:19 • 13min
Scientific Discoveries: Transparent Blood, Biodegradable Plastic, and Driving Goldfish
01:45:06 • 6min
Debate over Plastic Durability and Unusual Aquatic Tales
01:50:56 • 2min
Transparent Blood and Biodegradable Plastic
01:52:34 • 4min
AI-Generated Fictional Claim and Disappointment
01:56:21 • 4min
The Intersection of Music, Art, Engineering, and Science
01:59:51 • 2min