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Episode #339
13 oktober 2022
Alice is back from holiday, to talk about how to read a scientific paper, and Mike talks about how the prison system disproportionately impacts autistic people. Meanwhile, the whole team goes to see Brian Cox and Robin Ince live in Liverpool - with unexpected results! Lees meer
Tickets for QED are still available, priced just £120 (£80 for students and under 18s).
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke
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Episode #338
29 september 2022
With Alice away on holiday, Mike and Marsh are joined by Mark Horne to talk about the ancient aliens conference in Blackpool, and anti-aging claims of wave genetics. Meanwhile, Mike has been to Scotland. Lees meer
Tickets for QED 2022 are still available, grab yours now at qedcon.org.
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #337
15 september 2022
Marsh talks about what a new Monarch and a new Prime Minister means for skepticism, and Mike discusses scientific models and when we should break with them. Meanwhile, Alice has been to the European Skeptics Congress. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #336
1 september 2022
Alice takes a look into the facts behind the painkiller fentanyl and the reported dangers of accidental exposure, while Mike talks about autistic-coded characters in fiction and how their treatment impacts autistic people. Plus Emma takes Mike to see Hamilton live in London. Lees meer
Tickets for QED are still available, priced £120 or £80 for students and under-18s.
If you want to see Alice live at the European Skeptics Congress, you can register here,
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #335
18 augustus 2022
Mike, Marsh and Alice are joined by returning guest Emma to talk about the reasons behind the UK Barristers’ strike. Meanwhile, Marsh looks into a recent job posting for an NHS reiki practitioner, and Mike spills his drink on someone’s arse at the theatre. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
You can donate to the Marfan Trust, the beneficiary of our charity walk, at justgiving.com/merseyskeptics2022.
Tickets for QED are on sale now, priced £120 or £80 for students and under-18s.
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Episode #334
4 augustus 2022
Marsh is back! He re-joins Mike and Alice to talk about new evidence which says the Loch Ness monster is plausible, and the speaker Mas Sajady, who claims to have changed everything we knew about human transformation. Lees meer
Tickets for QED are on sale now, pick up yours today.
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke
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Episode #333
21 juli 2022
While Marsh is stranded in the USA, Mike and Alice are joined by special guest Lana to talk about Mindfulness Meditation, Breast Implant Illness, and the latest TikTok trend ‘vabbing’. Meanwhile, Alice takes up permanent residence in the sunshine and Mike hands back his Doctor Who fan card. Lees meer
Find Lana on Twitch at twitch.tv/alytanks.
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Episode #332
7 juli 2022
Mike looks into the academic history of one of the world’s most prominent placebo researchers, while Alice talks about Poppy Delbridge and her presentation on Emotional Freedom Technique at the Get Well conference. Lees meer
Tickets for QED are available now from qedcon.org.
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke
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Episode #331
23 juni 2022
Marsh and Alice take a long weekend in London to visit the Get Well conference, from the people behind What Doctor’s Don’t Tell You. Meanwhile, Mike looks into claims that Google has created a sentient artificial intelligence. Lees meer
Tickets for QED 2022 are now available, priced £120 or £80 for students or under 18s. You can pick up your ticket today at qedcon.org.
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #330
9 juni 2022
Mike, Marsh and Alice are joined by Emma and special guest Aaron Rabinowitz to talk about the anti-vaccine, Sovereign Citizen, Q-friendly conference Better Way. Meanwhile, everyone gets COVID. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
For more from Aaron, you can find him on twitter at @ETVpod, and as host of Embrace the Void and Philosophers in Space. He also writes regularly for The Skeptic.
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Episode #329
26 mei 2022
Part two of Alice and Marsh talking about their experiences at the Great Awakening Tour in Birmingham, where the event turned to Gematria, cryptocurrency, soul contracts, and the bizarre predictive power of the movie Back to the Future. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke
Note: we made an edit to the show after publication to remove some comments about a statue that was made by a problematic sculptor (which we did not realise until after publication).
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Episode #328
12 mei 2022
Marsh and Alice present part one of their experiences at the Great Awakening Tour in Birmingham, a nexus of conspiracy theories, anti-vaccine activism, sovereign citizens, and amateur poetry. Meanwhile, Mike is excited for the casting of the new Doctor. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke
Note: we made an edit to the show after publication to remove some comments about a statue that was made by a problematic sculptor (which we did not realise until after publication).
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Episode #327
28 april 2022
Emma returns to talk about the planned changes to the parole system, while Mike ponders what was the first ever science fiction story. Meanwhile, Alice and Marsh talk about their adventures in South Wales and Mike cuts a cake with a sword. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #326
14 april 2022
Alice digs into the evidence behind the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991, and Marsh asks why charities who pedal nonsense about autism are able to maintain their charitable status. Meanwhile, Emma makes a flying visit to talk about the Manchester marathon. Lees meer
If you want to donate to Emma’s marathon effort for Refugee Women Connect, visit justgiving.com/emmarunsmanchestermarathon
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #325
31 maart 2022
Alice looks into the claims that the COVID-19 vaccine causes changes in menstruation, and Mike falls down a rabbit hole when he asks why dogs need to take vitamins. Meanwhile, the whole team is exhausted from celebrating the civil partnership of regular guest host Emma. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke
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Episode #324
17 maart 2022
Marsh gives an update on Gerson therapy, and how the Charities Commission regulates the promotion of alternative medicine. Meanwhile, Mike looks into the apparently eerie and uncanny ability of The Simpsons to predict the future. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #323
3 maart 2022
This week, Mike, Marsh and Alice are joined again by Emma to talk about open prisons and the abscondment of Paul Robson. Meanwhile Alice talks about the human fascination with food and health, and Marsh gives an update about the White Rose and talks about reaching anti-vaxxers. Lees meer
Please note that Emma’s story contains some references to sexual offences.
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
If you want to donate to support Emma fundraising for Women’s Refugee Connect, you can do so at justgiving.com/emmarunsmanchestermarathon
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Episode #322
17 februari 2022
Alice talks about the conspiracy theory which claims HIV cases are rising because of vaccinations, while Mike explains why you probably don’t need a VPN and takes a quick trip to the Apple Store. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #321
3 februari 2022
Marsh looks at the YouTube interview between former London mayoral candidate Brian Rose and the conspiracy theorist David Icke. Meanwhile Mike talks about the claim that placebos are getting more powerful, and Alice finds an unconventional use for chopsticks. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke
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Episode #320
20 januari 2022
This week, Marsh examines the nature of consensus and how people can be misled by it, while Alice looks into the topical Ayurvedic skin cream ‘Dermaved’, recently withdrawn after it was found to be adulterated with steroids. Meanwhile, Mike watches Hamilton. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke
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Episode #319
6 januari 2022
Happy New Year! This episode, Mike annoys cryptocurrency fans talking about web3 and non-fungible tokens, and Marsh examines SEO-baiting ‘news’ articles and sponsored scientific studies. Meanwhile, Alice talks about her December commitment ceremony. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #318
23 december 2021
Mike exploits a captive Christmas audience to tell the story of the unknown actor who claims to have secretly played the lead in Doctor Who. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #317
9 december 2021
Alice and Marsh discuss what happened when they attended a raucous and public discussion on idea of Vaccine Passports. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #316
25 november 2021
Mike, Marsh and Alice are joined once again by Emma to talk about the recent decision to recall Colin Pitchfork to prison, and Marsh talks about the recent terrorist attack at the Liverpool Women’s Hospital. Lees meer
Due to the nature of Colin Pitchfork’s offences, this episode makes occasional references to murder and rape which some listeners may wish to avoid.
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Episode #315
11 november 2021
Alice looks into Apitherapy, the practice of using bee stings for therapeutic purposes, and Marsh talks about COP26 and the ‘charitable’ lobbying efforts of climate change denial. Meanwhile Mike gets excited about the new series of Doctor Who. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #314
28 oktober 2021
Mike dives into a 2017 study on whether placebos require deception to work, and Alice looks at new research on the COVID-19 lateral flow tests and whether they’re better than we thought. Plus some disappointing news about QED. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #313
14 oktober 2021
Mike looks at a new paper from Australia which questions the power of placebo, Marsh investigates a new survey which claims half of young British people attend church every month, and Alice talks about what happened when she went in for surgery. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #312
30 september 2021
Marsh talks about the ups and downs of the regulation of chiropractors in the UK, and Mike talks about what exactly he means when he says ‘the placebo effect isn’t real’. Meanwhile, Alice gets annoyed at people being awful, and Mike visits the Covid test centre. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #311
16 september 2021
This week Alice talks about the website Healthline and their evidence review of mistletoe-based alternative therapy iscador. Meanwhile, Mike talks about ivermectin and the claims that it leaves people sterile. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #310
2 september 2021
In this bumper episode, Alice talks about the documentary ‘Sickness and Lies’, which claims social media influencers are faking chronic illness for attention and notoriety, and Marsh discusses the question mark over the authorship of the book ‘The Reason I Jump: The Inner Voice of a Thirteen-Year-Old Boy with Autism’. Meanwhile, Mike takes up axe throwing and goes to see Free Guy. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke
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Episode #309
19 augustus 2021
This week, Marsh talks about the statutory and voluntary regulation of healthcare in the UK, and Mike talks about Apple’s plans to scan the pictures on your iPhone. Meanwhile, Alice ponders the return of the two-cheek kiss. Lees meer
Note: Mike’s segment this week features frequent references to material depicting the abuse of minors, which some listeners may wish to avoid. The segment finishes at 0:30:23.
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Episode #308
5 augustus 2021
This week, Mike talks about the unintended consequences of decisions taken by web developers, and Alice talks about chlorophyll supplements and unhealthy relationships with food. Meanwhile, Marsh organised a party and went to see Black Widow. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
Note: Alice’s segment touches on themes around eating disorders, which some listeners may wish to avoid.
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Episode #307
22 juli 2021
This week, Alice talks about the conspiracy theory which says viruses don’t exist, and Marsh looks at the hilarious product gaffes which seem to cluster around the Dorset area. Meanwhile, Mike accidentally takes up gardening. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #306
8 juli 2021
Mike, Marsh, and Alice are joined by returning guest Emma to talk about the furore surrounding the Parole Board’s recommendation to release Colin Pitchfork. Meanwhile, Mike looks at a research paper into the morality of autistic people. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
Note: Emma’s segment in this episode includes references to indecent exposure, murder, and rape.
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Episode #305
24 juni 2021
Marsh presents part three of his investigation into the White Rose, and their links to anti-semitism, holocaust denial, and white supremacy. Meanwhile, Alice looks at claims that the World Health Organisation is proposing a ban on women drinking. Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke. Lees meer
Note: This episode contains frank descriptions of racial discrimination and abuse.
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Episode #304
10 juni 2021
Marsh presents part two of his three-part investigation into the White Rose. Meanwhile, Mike talks about the social effects of naming the COVID-19 variants and looks at whether SARS-CoV-2 may have leaked from a lab. Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #303
27 mei 2021
This week Marsh talks about the anti-vaccine and conspiracy misinformation group The White Rose, and Alice tackles the P-shot, which purports to treat erectile dysfunction and increase sexual stamina. Meanwhile, Mike goes to the doctor with his legs. Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke. Lees meer
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Episode #302
13 mei 2021
This episode, Alice talks about the controversy Orgasmic Meditation, its advocates at OneTaste, and their ongoing trouble with the FBI. Meanwhile, Mike reflects on autism and reframing past events after receiving a diagnosis. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #301
29 april 2021
This week, Marsh gives an update on London mayoral candidate Brian Rose, while Mike talks about vampires stealing from blood banks, a cursed mansion, and Jonathan Frakes. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #300
15 april 2021
Episode 300! Where Alice talks about the new NICE guidelines for management of chronic pain, Marsh tackles Jordan B Peterson’s claims on medical errors, and Mike has a confession to make. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #299
1 april 2021
It’s April Fools Day! Where Marsh talks about Brian Rose, the conspiracy-theorist, podcaster, and former Wall Street banker who is standing for Mayor of London, and Mike talks about Agave Nectar, placebos, and pancakes. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #298
18 maart 2021
In this extended episode of Skeptics with a K, Alice talks about the planned redundancies from the University of Liverpool’s Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, and Mike discusses green software development, and how Bitcoin works. For more information on the redundancies at FHLS, visit www.hls47.co.uk. Lees meer
Note: The opening segment to this episode features a conversation about sexual harassment and the murder of Sarah Everard which some listeners may find distressing. If you need to skip past this segment, it finishes at 0:21:27.
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Episode #297
4 maart 2021
COVID vaccines, cranberry juice, good bacteria, and D-Mannose. Plus whipping cream, jumping the queue, shoulder pain, and meringue nests. Nah, yer reet, it’s Skeptics with a K. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #296
18 februari 2021
Adult autism, It’s a Sin, HIV myths and special interests. Plus wasting time, Valentine’s Day, and mixing vaccines revisited. Bartering bananas, it’s Skeptics with a K. Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke. Lees meer
If you’re based in the UK and interested in getting an HIV test the NHS website can help find a test centres near you.
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Episode #295
4 februari 2021
Podcast advertising, WhatsApp, and digital privacy. Plus raving about the cereal, the European Region, Record Breakers, and recommending mattresses. Fighting jet lag with bees, it’s Skeptics with a K. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #294
22 januari 2021
Lateral flow, zip anatomy, the Society of Homeopaths, and the Professional Standards Authority. Plus exponential croissants, red gold, and Ready Brek. Count to five, it’s Skeptics with a K. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #293
7 januari 2021
Welcome to 2021! Mixing vaccines, tiny little skirts, activated charcoal, and re-writing DNA. Plus making custard, living through history, mottled grey cheese, and French onion soup. Happy New Year from Skeptics with a K. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #292
24 december 2020
In this Christmas Eve episode of Skeptics with a K, Alice, Marsh and Mike take a break from the regular format to answer listener questions. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from everyone at Merseyside Skeptics. Lees meer
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #291
10 december 2020
Advertising arbitrage, hypnotic video games, Christmas movies, and content marketing. Plus duvet monsters, the Men in Black, and CGI babies. Solving it at the script stage, it’s Skeptics with a K. Lees meer
Send your questions for our Christmas episode to podcast@merseysideskeptics.org.uk.
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.
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Episode #290
26 november 2020
COVID vaccination, bad science, and what happened at the Ockhams. Plus RNA, spike proteins, and John Cura. Annoying the French, it’s Skeptics with a K. Lees meer
Note: There is a short audio glitch during the Ockham Awards segment, which appears to be from the original recording.
Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.