Skepticality - Science and Revolutionary IdeasSkeptical discussion, critical thinking, science, and the de-bunking of the supernatural and psuedoscience.Whimsicality: Mirror Mirror- August 29, 2005 The world has had a love affair with the mirror through all of history. Be it your own image, the cars behind you, or just a way to check your haircut, mirrors are everywhere and a needed element in day to day life. Join Swoopy as she trips through the world of the reflective surface.http://skepticality.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=18636 Interview: wBob Carroll of Skepdic- August 23, 2005 In this episode, we interview Dr. Bob Carroll, author of the book, 'The Skeptics Dictionary and founder of the online encyclopedia of skeptical knowledge; Skepdic. Join our conversation with Dr. Carroll as we talk about some of the topics he covers on his site and in his book.http://skepticality.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=17637 Special Guest: The Bad Astronomer Corner!- August 17, 2005 In this episode, we had special guest, Phil Plait, on the show to answer some questions sent in over the past week by several listeners; A New Planet Mars as big as the Moon The War of the Worlds Re-Make, and the new Mars Observer launch. (comment on this episode) Special Links: Podcast Pickle, Donal Hinely, Bad Astronomerhttp://skepticality.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=16724 Interview: Seth Shostak from SETI- August 10, 2005 We talk with SETI Astronomer, and SETI Radio host Seth Shostak. We talk a little about new planets, the skeptical nature of SETI Radio, and what it is really like to work at SETI.http://skepticality.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=15811 Whimsicality: I Love My Car- August 6, 2005 Our sidetrack through the Whimsical in life. This week Swoopy comments on how humans always try to add human traits and feelings to things... stuffed animals, boats, cars, etc... Wrapped in a fun story about the love she has for her Jetta.http://skepticality.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=15224 Interview: George Hrab (Musical Guest)- August 1, 2005 Philosophunk! In this installment of Skepticality, Derek and Swoopy interview acclaimed musician and skeptic, George Hrab. George talks to us about his musical and philosophical influences, and we listen to some amazing tracks from his body of work, plus briefings on Skepticality at DragonCon, and a word about that new planet; Xena.http://skepticality.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=14555 |