Podcast
Skeptoid
Hosted by Brian Dunning · EN
The true science behind our most popular urban legends. Historical mysteries, paranormal claims, popular science myths, aliens and UFO reports, conspiracy theories, and worthless alternative medicine schemes... Skeptoid has you covered. From the sublime to the startling, no topic is sacred. Weekly since 2006.
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Skeptoid #673: Yamashita's Gold
Apr 30, 2019Tap to summarizeThe facts behind the urban legend that billions in Japanese gold lie buried in the Philippines. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Transcribe →Skeptoid #641: Alternative Veterinary Medicine
Sep 18, 2018Tap to summarizeEven in the 21st century, vets and pet owners are turning to prescientific, magic-based medical care. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Transcribe →Skeptoid #353: Pope Joan
Mar 12, 2013Tap to summarizeThis apocryphal Middle Ages pope said to be a woman in disguise probably never existed. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Transcribe →Skeptoid #271: The Zionist Conspiracy
Aug 16, 2011Tap to summarizeThere is no plausible reason to think a conspiracy of Jews plans to take over the world's banks and governments. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
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