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Skeptics with a K: Episode #392
For the first episode back after QED, Alice talks about the effects of self-talk and Mike investigates claims made by the author of a new book on the 'Nocebo Effect'. Meanwhile, Mike visits HMP Dorchester with Emma.
https://www.merseysideskeptics.org.uk/podcasts/skeptics-with-a-k/episode-392
<p>For the first episode back after QED, Alice talks about the effects of self-talk and Mike investigates claims made by the author of a new book on the 'Nocebo Effect'. Meanwhile, Mike visits HMP Dorchester with Emma.</p><p>You can support what we do by <a href="https://patreon.com/merseyskeptics">donating to our Patreon</a>, or by leaving us a glowing review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. We really appreciate it!</p><p>Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.</p>
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Skeptics with a K: Episode #391 - Live at QED 2024
We are live from QED 2024! Mike talks about the new mathematics of 'Terry-ology', Alice discusses the men who believe that semen retention will solve all of their problems, and Marsh baits the content marketing scammers who try to get articles on The Skeptic.
https://www.merseysideskeptics.org.uk/podcasts/skeptics-with-a-k/episode-391
You can also watch this episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c7VNxMYAI-k
<p>We are live from QED 2024! Mike talks about the new mathematics of 'Terry-ology', Alice discusses the men who believe that semen retention will solve all of their problems, and Marsh baits the content marketing scammers who try to get articles on The Skeptic.</p><p>You can support Skeptics with a K, and the Merseyside Skeptics, by <a href="https://patreon.com/merseyskeptics">signing up to our Patreon</a>. We won't try and upsell you with perks and prizes, but your donations help us do the things we do.</p><p></p>
Skeptics with a K: Episode #390
In the final episode before QED 2024, the team run down what is happening at the event. Mike talks about how posting 'goodbye Meta AI' won't stop Facebook using your data, and Marsh talks about a new AI tool to help regulators deal with pseudoscience claims.
https://www.merseysideskeptics.org.uk/podcasts/skeptics-with-a-k/episode-390
<p>In the final episode before QED 2024, the team run down what is happening at the event. Mike talks about how posting 'goodbye Meta AI' won't stop Facebook using your data, and Marsh talks about a new AI tool to help regulators deal with pseudoscience claims.</p><p>In-person tickets for QED are available for just a few more days. <a href="https://qedcon.org/">Pick up yours now at qedcon.org</a></p>
Skeptics with a K: Episode #389
Alice, Mike, and Marsh are joined by special guest Emma, who talks about human egg donation and the people who think it should be stopped. Marsh talks about the prolific volume of news articles from Mercola.com, and Alice looks at the new wellness trend of transdermal patches for 'energy', 'dreams', and 'stress'.
https://www.merseysideskeptics.org.uk/podcasts/skeptics-with-a-k/episode-389
<p>Alice, Mike, and Marsh are joined by special guest Emma, who talks about human egg donation and the people who think it should be stopped. Marsh talks about the prolific volume of news articles from Mercola.com, and Alice looks at the new wellness trend of transdermal patches for 'energy', 'dreams', and 'stress'.</p><p>If you want to donate to Emma's double marathon in support of the Prison Reform Trust, you can donate at <a href="https://justgiving.com/page/emma-mcclure-the-long-stretch">justgiving.com/page/emma-mcclure-the-long-stretch</a></p><p>Tickets for QED 2024 are still available at <a href="https://qedcon.org/">qedcon.org</a>, where you can see a live episode of Skeptics with a K, alongside InKredulous, Loremen, and the Body of Evidence.</p>
Skeptics with a K: Episode #388
Alice looks at the latest TikTok trend of 'sungazing', and Mike digs into a new study which says honest placebos help alleviate stress, anxiety and depression. Meanwhile, Mike tries to avoid small talk when he goes in for surgery.
Note: The description of Mike's surgery includes a few references to the surgery itself that squeamish listeners may want to steel themselves for.
https://www.merseysideskeptics.org.uk/podcasts/skeptics-with-a-k/episode-388
<p>Alice looks at the latest TikTok trend of 'sungazing', and Mike digs into a new study which says honest placebos help alleviate stress, anxiety and depression. Meanwhile, Mike tries to avoid small talk when he goes in for surgery.</p><p>Note: The description of Mike's surgery includes a few references to the surgery itself that squeamish listeners may want to steel themselves for.</p><p><a href="https://qedcon.org/">Tickets for QED 2024 are still available</a>, priced £189 for a full weekend of science, reason, and critical thinking.</p><p>Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.</p>
Skeptics with a K: Episode #387
Alice looks at Scandinavian tobacco product Snus, and it's bizarre prevalence amongst English footballers, while Marsh examines the relationships between UK anti-abortion activists and wealthy American christian conservative groups.
https://www.merseysideskeptics.org.uk/podcasts/skeptics-with-a-k/episode-387
<p>Alice looks at Scandinavian tobacco product Snus, and it's bizarre prevalence amongst English footballers, while Marsh examines the relationships between UK anti-abortion activists and wealthy American christian conservative groups.</p><p>The last few early bird tickets for QED 2024 <a href="https://qedcon.org/">are available now</a>. Grab yours before the prices change!</p><p>Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.</p>
Workshop: Magic for Skeptics
The worlds of skepticism and magic have always been entwined, with famous fraudsters employing techniques of magic in order to fake psychic feats, and skilled magicians using their knowledge of illusion to debunk and expose charlatans. At our Magic for Skeptics workshop, you can join Richard Wiseman as he journeys into the fascinating world of magic and skepticism.
The worlds of skepticism and magic have always been entwined, with famous fraudsters employing techniques of magic in order to fake psychic feats, and skilled magicians using their knowledge of illusion to debunk and expose charlatans. At our Magic for Skeptics workshop, you can join Richard Wiseman as he journeys into the fascinating world of magic and skepticism.
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