Statins - Cats - Psychic Hoax 00:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders 00:23:06 Remembering Bob Steiner We are joined by Dr Eugenie C Scott who has fond memories of Bob Steiner from the Bay Area Skeptics and the time he fooled thousands of Australians pretending to be a psychic. Eugenie also tells us about the upcoming SkeptiCal Conference.
Skepticalcon https://www.skepticalcon.com 00:09:36 Woo of the Week! With Kate Thomas A Study on Statins
Kate Thomas on TikTok and Instagram https://linktr.ee/PrescribeorPass 00:23:06 The Mysterious Cat The domestic cat has played an important part in human history throughout many ages. Sometimes they are regarded as mysterious, sometimes even devils or divine. We look at some of the cultures that either glorified or vilified one of our favourite furry companions. 00:23:06 Australian Skeptics Newsletter What news has caught the eye of news editor Dee this week? Read by Adrienne Hill.
http://www.skeptics.com.au 00:36:22 The TROVE Archives A wander through the decades of digitised newspapers to look for references to Steve Terbot Hoax #1.
1984.05.05 - The Australian
www.trove.nla.gov.au Chicago Skepticamp https://www.eventbrite.com/e/chicago-skepticamp-2026-tickets-1990917599133
The Skeptic Zone #921 - 31.May.2026
30/05/2026 | 59 mins.
Bent Spoon - Earthing - Astrology 00:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders 00:04:20 Steve Terbot - Fake Psychic - Part #2 In 1984 Australia was visited by 'Steve Terbot', one of America's leading psychics and clairvoyants. Or was he? The story of Bob Steiner from the Bay Area Skeptics who fooled thousands. 00:17:02 The Loons from Canada This week Allie is tall with her head in the Dyson Zone while Kate is grounded and down to earth. Join the loons as they delve into headphones with a twist, apparently filtering the air you breath, and grounding sheets, which electrify your sleep. Or do they filter common sense and make your wallet stay awake? 00:33:52 Bent Spoon Award Update An overview of the current nominations for the 2026 Bent Spoon Award, with a special look at Dolly Adamson from "Kyneton Paranormal". Does she really get messages from missing children and dead celebrities?
Bent Spoon Award https://www.skeptics.com.au/about/activities/bent-spoon/nominations/
Dolly in action https://kynetonparanormalpodcast.buzzsprout.com/2435430/episodes/17053716-arnna-beaumont-s-cry-for-justice-a-1966-australian-cold-case-solved-with-connections-from-arnna 00:42:24 The TROVE Archives A wander through the decades of digitised newspapers to look for references to Astrology and War.
1915.09.11 - The Globe 1942.02.06 - The Cairns Post 1899.11.30 - Evening News
www.trove.nla.gov.au
The Skeptic Zone #920 - 24.May.2026
24/05/2026 | 1h 7 mins.
Flu Woo - Fake Psychic - Paranormal 00:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders 00:03:26 Woo Watch! With Kate Thomas Flu Woo! This week Kate looks and the myths and science behind many popular anti-cold and anti-flu precautions for winter.
Kate Thomas on TikTok and Instagram https://linktr.ee/PrescribeorPass 00:14:16 Steve Terbot - Fake Psychic - Part #1 In 1984 Australia was visited by 'Steve Terbot', one of America's leading psychics and clairvoyant. Or was he? The story of Bob Steiner from the Bay Area Skeptics who fooled thousands. 00:41:08 Australian Skeptics Newsletter What news has caught the eye of news editor Dee this week? Read by Adrienne Hill.
http://www.skeptics.com.au 00:52:32 The TROVE Archives A wander through the decades of digitised newspapers to look for references to Belief in the Paranormal.
1977.08.11 - The Canberra Times 1992.03.01 - RAAF News 1995.08.30 - The Canberra Times
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The Skeptic Zone #919 - 17.May.2026
16/05/2026 | 1h 6 mins.
James Randi - Dinosaurs - UFOs 00:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders 00:05:46 The Books of James Randi A review of the many and varied books written by James 'The Amazing' Randi. Houdini, His Life and Art (1976) The Magic of Uri Geller (1975) / The Truth About Uri Geller (1982) Flim-Flam! Psychics, ESP, Unicorns, and Other Delusions (1982) Test Your ESP Potential (1982) The Faith Healers (1987) The Magic World of the Amazing Randi (1989) The Mask of Nostradamus (1990) James Randi: Psychic Investigator (1991) Conjuring (1992) An Encyclopedia of Claims, Frauds, and Hoaxes of the Occult and Supernatural (1995) The Teachings of Carlos (1988)
00:35:18 You Can Count on Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill Join Adrienne and Dr Angie Mattke as they look for dinosaurs at the fabulous Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology in Alberta, Canada.
https://tyrrellmuseum.com 00:46:30 Maynard's Spooky Action Maynard and James Valentine
Support Maynard! http://www.maynard.com.au 00:49:22 The TROVE Archives A wander through the decades of digitised newspapers to look for references to USA UFOs.
1952.07.06 - Sunday Graphic 1952.06.17 - Look Magazine 1952.09.06 - The New Yorker
https://www.war.gov/UFO
The Skeptic Zone #918 - 10.May.2026
09/05/2026 | 59 mins.
00:00:00 Introduction Maynard 00:03:06 Maynard's Spooky Action Time for Sydney Skeptics in the Pub where Maynard interviews Dr. Sue Ieraci about the placebo effect and Kate Thomas about botox and vaccines. 00:15:40 For Crying Out Loud. It's Kat McLeod We Can Reason 2026 Kat with a behind the scenes look at the Western Canadian Reason Conference in Calgary. Includes interviews with Seth Andrews and Dr Chris Labos. https://wecanreason.com 00:23:38 Australian Skeptics Newsletter What news has caught the eye of news editor Dee this week? Read by Adrienne Hill.
http://www.skeptics.com.au 00:34:00 The TROVE Archives A wander through the decades of digitised newspapers to look for references to 'The Piddingtons'.
1974.03.25 - Woman's Day Magazine 1949.07.09 - The Daily Telegraph - Sydney 1949.08.15 - The Canberra Times
The Podcast from Australia for Science and Reason.
Join Richard Saunders and his team of reporters for your weekly dose of skeptical news and interviews, reports and comments.
Past guests have included, James Randi, Stephen Fry, Tim Minchin, Eugenie Scott, Dr Phil Plait, Michael Marshall, Dr Steve Novella, Dr Pamela Gay, Jon Ronson, Dr Ben Goldacre, Simon Singh, Prof. Richard Wiseman, Dick Smith, Banachek, Prof. Chris French, George Hrab, Tim Ferguson, Dr Paul Willis and many, many more.
Featuring Australian radio legend Maynard with his Spooky Action, Jo Alabaster from the 'Evidence Please' blog, Eran Segev's Grain of Salt, Dr Rachael Dunlop with 'Dr Rachie Reports' and Heidi Robertson aka 'The Raw Skeptic'.
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