

The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe
Dr. Steven Novella
The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe is a weekly science podcast discussing the latest science news, critical thinking, bad science, conspiracies and controversies. -The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe: Your escape to reality - Produced by SGU Productions, LLC: https://www.theskepticsguide.org
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Jul 6, 2024 • 0sec
The Skeptics Guide #991 - Jul 6 2024
Topics discussed in the podcast include simulating black holes, DNA nano killbots, bionic legs, Neanderthals with Downs, festival disasters, Kugelblitz black holes, logical fallacies, and science or fiction segments.

Jun 29, 2024 • 0sec
The Skeptics Guide #990 - Jun 29 2024
Topics include multivitamin supplements, GOES-U satellites, risks of cannabis, improved enzymes, geopathic stress, AI predicting Alzheimer's, The Pattern app accuracy, processing grief, advancements in photovoltaic tech, and gene editing systems.

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The Skeptics Guide #989 - Jun 22 2024
Exploring Juneteenth's historical significance; Sun's magnetic field reversal cycle and its effects on technology; CDC study on firearm storage trends in homes with children; Future of nuclear power and innovations in reactor designs; Breakthroughs in drug delivery using nano carriers and Dyson Spheres; Debunking energy conspiracy theories and fake science news

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Jun 15, 2024 • 0sec
The Skeptics Guide #988 - Jun 15 2024
Exploring superpowers and neutron stars, understanding ultra-processed foods and health risks, NASA's Artemis program update, controversial prebiotic sodas, innovative non-invasive deep brain stimulation, mysterious 'Who's That Noisy' sound, listener support details, Bader-Meinhof phenomenon, and analyzing science-based items with expert skeptics

Jun 8, 2024 • 0sec
The Skeptics Guide #987 - Jun 8 2024
Exploring the Drake Equation and space achievements, adaptogens controversy, menarche trends, alien claims by former US Army officer, metasurfaces advancements, racism in archaeology, and biotechnological plant innovations.

Jun 1, 2024 • 0sec
The Skeptics Guide #986 - 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.

May 25, 2024 • 0sec
The Skeptics Guide #985 - May 25 2024
Exploring topics like space flight auctions, fear of humans in marsupials, feral canola spread, geomagnetic storm preparedness, financial astrology, debunking armor myths, and humorous quotes from a legendary baseball player.

May 18, 2024 • 0sec
The Skeptics Guide #984 - May 18 2024
Updates on Steorn Free Energy and AI advancements; Unprecedented heat in Summer 2023; Combating online misinformation; Training robots with language models; Controversy of Nong Nice, alleged Buddha reincarnation; Animal sounds guessing; 1000th episode celebration plans; Lithium and copper debate for green transition; Advantages of lithium-iron batteries and Alan Sandage's contributions to cosmology.

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May 11, 2024 • 0sec
The Skeptics Guide #983 - May 11 2024
Interview with skeptic Robert Bartholomew on topics like electric propulsion, programmable living matter, and fighting Holocaust denial. They also discuss anger management, deep fakes for emotional healing, Havana Syndrome controversy, and myths about animal eyes.

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The Skeptics Guide #982 - May 4 2024
Topics discussed include vampire facials and the dangers of unsanitary spa practices, the controversy of Kava and liver toxicity, risks of chiropractic strokes, merging lifeforms through endosymbiosis, and the challenges of rocket stage recovery for reusability. The episode also features a science or fiction segment and a fun guessing game involving the sound of nature.