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.
En gång i veckan får man sig en bra dos allmänbildning och kritiskt tänkande. Ämnena är alltid intressanta och Brian är alltid påläst.
2014-01-21
Very entertaining!
Makes you see stuff from a different perspective
2013-10-20
always interesting
always entertaining!
2013-07-01
Great skeptical podcast
This guy is an awesome skeptic, since he is bothering to give a real chance even to those things that might not really deserve it. He seems to do his research on the subjects and is highly devoted to his work. Great podcast.
2013-06-26
Eagerly awaits every episode
Short, interesting, well researched episodes delivered every week. Brian Dunning manages to balance scientific thinking and popular delivery in a way that few can. Try a few episodes and you're hooked!
2013-05-09
*****
Skeptoid - every brain should get a dose of science boosting knowledge like this one!
2013-02-18
Signal to Noice level very high
I love the variety of the subjects that Brian cover. And as much as anyone doing podcasts about widely different matters Brian getsit wrong at times and sometimes even manages to let his own opinions shine through. But what sets him out as a great person is that he invites everyone to correct him, and often does errata shows or announcements. It lends great credibility to the show and him as a person. And as he points out himself: no-one is right all the time.
Coupled to this high standard of ethics is a good no-nonsense recording that is short and to the point.
2011-06-23
Simply fantastic!
A must-download!
2011-06-15
Science as entertainment?
Yes, Brian and the audience has made ir possible. I listen to an episode every day and learn something new each time, whilst having fun.
2011-04-12
Surely within the top percentile of all skeptical podcasts!
Based on the other reviews so far I don't think there's much I need to add, but Brian and his supporters have continued to deliver consistently great results which I've enjoyed every week for years. I'm proud to report that Skeptoid was the first free podcast I voluteered donations towards and I'd encourage like-minded listeners to also contribute to such a worthy cause. Thanks!
2010-11-17
Brilliant podcast!
I love this podcast. It's educational and well researched.
2010-09-25
Great
Thx for good show.
2010-04-10
A damn good start to question your own false beliefs
Every week Brian Dunning gives you the facts behind yet another scam, myth, urban legend or paranormal event. My favourites episodes are the ones where my own beliefs and convictions are challenged — it's the best way to grow as a human being, baby!
2010-02-14
A brilliant podcast!
With a brief and to-the-point format, Brian Dunning strips out all of the pointless flare and focuses on what's interesting. Every week a new phenomenon is analyzed from a skeptic's point of view. The episodes are generally well researched and presented in context with a good portion of humor, aimed towards a broad target audience. The episodes are always fairly short (seldom more than 10 minutes) and easily digested, perfect for listening on the way to school or work. A brilliant podcast, tailored to suit the medium perfectly!
2008-12-04
Brilliant stuff!
Mr. Dunning presents interesting topics and argues elegantly against such nonsens as homeopathy, conspiracy theories and ghosts. Each episode is rather short and to the point, and there is no annoying intro/outro music - which makes it perfect for back to back listening. One of my top 5 favorite podcasts ever!
2008-10-19
Intelligent and witty
Among the best skeptical podcasts out there. Anyone interested in science, or pseudoscience, should listen to it. Especially recommended to teachers and students.
2008-08-29
Great facts on stupid things people believe in.
For me it is obvious that Z, Y and Z are B-S, but Brian Dunning briefly explains why.
No respectable person can still believe in rods, wheatgrass juse or other similar things after spent a few minutes listening to this pod cast
This is so good that it should replace the 2 minute hate ritual every morning.
2008-08-25
Entertaining and educational
Brian Dunning question different events and occurrences in an entertaining way. Unlike other podcasts with a similar theme, he never ridicules events or people, however he does use humour sometimes.