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Skepticality— the official podcast of Skeptic magazine

Skepticality — the pioneering original skeptics podcast — is a top-rated audio talk show dedicated to skeptical topics and interviews.

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MonsterTalk— presented by Skeptic magazine

MonsterTalk critically examines the science behind cryptozoological (and legendary) creatures, such as Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster, or werewolves.

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Someone Else’s Twin:
The True Story of Babies Switched at Birth

lecture by Dr. Nancy Segal
Sunday, September 11, 2011 at 2 pm
Baxter Lecture Hall

IN THIS FASCINATING STORY, Dr. Nancy Segal, Professor of Psychology at California State University, Fullerton (and herself a twin and an expert on twin research) describes the consequences of unintentional separation of identical twins. She considers not only the effects on separated twins, but the implications for questions concerning identity, familial bonds, nature-nurture, and the law. Based on her extensive research into the psychology of twins and interviews with family members, Dr. Segal explores many questions of universal human significance…

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SkepticBlog is a collaboration between eight of the most recognized names in the promotion of science, critical thinking & skepticism. It features the cast & producers of The Skeptologists, a pilot skeptical reality show.

Sasquatch: The Quest

I saw a tweet the other day from our compadre in skepticism who specializes in monsters, Blake Smith of Monster Talk, that alerted me to the ...

Skeptoid at SXSW?

Hey everyone - Just a brief announcement: I’ve applied to give my Sounds from Beyond! talk at next year’s South by Southwest (SXSW) ...

Escape from New York

All was well with my research in New York City until I had to flee Hurricane Irene; I just made it out in the nick of time. Such problems may become ...

Skeptical Investigation

Welcome to our look at the heart of modern scientific skepticism: active investigation! In this issue of Junior Skeptic, we’ll see how skepticism’s roots go back more than 2,000 years, and learn how science gave rise to specialized new scholars—experts in paranormal and pseudoscientific claims. How do investigators solve spooky mysteries? And, can kids solve mysteries on their own? Let’s find out!

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Skeptics Mix Tape 2009

Think the best skepticism is the kind you can rock to? We’re pleased to offer you this selection of songs of science and skepticism — completely free! Download these MP3 files for non-commercial use at home or in your classroom.

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