EP 925
28 June 2026
Featured in this episode are...
Woo
Students
Sunday
Speakers
Movies
Your Host
Looksmaxxing - Movies - Students
00:00:00
Introduction
Richard Saunders - LIVE from SkeptiCal 2026, Oakland, California.
00:03:12
Woo Watch! With Kate Thomas
Looksmaxxing (often associated with the term "man maxing") is an internet subculture focused on optimizing physical attractiveness. It spans from standard self-improvement (like skin care and fitness) to more extreme and potentially hazardous methods involving cosmetic procedures, performance-enhancing substances, or high-risk physical manipulation.
Kate Thomas on TikTok and Instagram
https://linktr.ee/PrescribeorPass
00:17:58
You Can Count on Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill
At CSICon 2026 in Buffalo, NY, Adrienne chats with Fresno State University students Kimberly Salinas, Wasayef Ghannam, and Tyler Woolrich regarding their poster presentations based on their research surrounding critical thinking and that stubborn myth that won’t go away, learning styles. During a break between sessions, she crosses paths with presenters Katie Suleta and Alejandro Borgo on a break between sessions where they discuss the importance of involving young people in skepticism.
00:31:32
Movie Reviews
Join in on a road trip with Dr Eugenie Scott and Richard Saunders as they discuss the recent movies, "The Mandalorian and Grogu" and "Disclosure Day". Were they impressed? Would they go again? Find out in this week's episode.
00:46:44
Sunday Speakers
Adrienne Hill, Rob Palmer and Susan Gerbic report on the wonderful Sunday Speaker session at the recent CSICon 50th.
Also...
Kat McLeod, Webinar: The Wickedness of Woo – How an Unregulated "Remedy" Almost Cost Me My Life. Register to join: https://tinyurl.com/3s2fmwzp
EP 924
21 June 2026
Featured in this episode are...
Choir
Astrology
News
SkeptiCal
Your Host
CSiCon Choir - Astrology - SkeptiCal
00:00:00
Introduction
Richard Saunders
00:03:12
You Can Count on Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill
The CSiCon Choir - CSiCon 50th
Adrienne interviews Anthony Trecek-King about conducting the CSiCon Choir at the conference in Buffalo. Incuded is the performance of the chior on the final day of the meeting in stereo.
00:16:10
What Science Says About Astrology
Interview with Carlos Orsi
For thousands of years, people have believed that the configuration of stars and planets in the sky influences earthly events. Today, astrology is a lucrative global market, with newspaper columns, mobile apps, and professional counselors weighing in on everything from love life to health to the stock market. Yet scientific evidence shows indisputably that it is simply superstition.
https://cup.columbia.edu/book/what-science-says-about-astrology/9780231221399/
00:31:30
SkeptiCal Update with Eugenie Scott
The latest news on the fabulous lineup of guest speakers appearing at SkeptiCal, the conference that brings stimulating and entertaining speakers to Northern California science fans, critical thinkers, and anyone who questions “extraordinary claims”.
https://www.skepticalcon.com
00:40:38
Australian Skeptics Newsletter
What news has caught the eye of news editor Dee this week? Read by Adrienne Hill.
http://www.skeptics.com.au
00:49:30
The TROVE Archives
A wander through the decades of digitised newspapers to look for references to Paranormal and Buffalo.
1995.01.05 - The Canberra Times
1986.04.03 - The Canberra Times
1992.10.17 - Lawrence Journal-World
www.trove.nla.gov.au
EP 923
14 June 2026
Featured in this episode are...
NCSE
CSiCON 50th
On TV!
Your Host
Science Education - TV Skeptics - Steve Terbot
00:00:00
Introduction
Richard Saunders and Adrienne Hill
00:03:24
Interview with Amanda Townley
Amanda L. Townley, Ph.D., became Executive Director of NCSE in 2023. She is an award-winning researcher and advocate specializing in science teacher education, evolution education research, and science literacy-focused public outreach.
Amanda L. Townley, Ph.D.
https://ncse.ngo/node/7459
00:19:32
TV Skeptics
In May 2026 the Australian television program A Current Affair contacted Australian Skeptics wanting our opinion on two very different topics: talking to the dead and Noah’s Ark. This led to Skeptics’ President Jessica Singer and chief investigator Richard Saunders being interviewed for broadcast. Jessica took on Noah’s Ark, while Richard commented on Dolly Adamson who claims to chat with the departed.
Noah’s Ark with Jessica Singer :
https://youtu.be/cRocKvfNqSA
Talking to the dead with Richard Saunders :
https://youtu.be/4ewclrY3rew
00:30:12
You Can Count on Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill
This is the first of Adrienne's interviews from 50th CSiCON Anniversary in Buffalo NY, Adrienne interviews Dr. Rodney Schmaltz, a member of the Department of Psychology at MacEwan University in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
https://www.rodneyschmaltz.com
00:38:50
The TROVE Archives
A wander through the decades of digitised newspapers to look for references to Steve Terbot #2.
1984.05.12 - The Australian
www.trove.nla.gov.au
