Best Richard Wiseman Podcasts (2024)

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842: Richard Wiseman - Tea Time with the Professor 1:08:29

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Dr. Richard Wiseman is a professor of public understanding in Psychology at the University of Hertfordshire in the U.K. He is the author of several books, many of which magicians might (or should) be familiar with including “The Luck Factor” and”Quirkology” or “Paranormality: Why We See What Isn’t There” among many others. Perhaps you have seen one…

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The Skeptic Zone #827 - 11.August.2024 1:00:02

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0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders With a short tribute to skeptical journalist Jane Hansen. 00:04:12 Vale Mark Edward We are saddened to hear of the death in the past week of Mark Edward, skeptic, magician, mentalist, author and partner to Susan Gerbic. Tributes from Adrienne Hill and Susan Gerbic. Mark Edward Wilson, who was known by his stage…

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852: MAGIC Live! 2024 Convention - Day Four Report 1:27:05

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Wednesday, August 7th (Pre Convention Activities) 24 hours Mystque Lounge, Jackson Square 9:00 a.m. Information Booth, KIosk (11:00 p.m.) 10:00 a.m. Registration, Bienville G (10:00 p.m.) 10:00 a.m. General Session for red lanyards, Showroom (Noon) 11:00 a.m. The MAGIC Shop, Mardi Gras (6:00p) 11:30 a.m. Out to Lunch, Esplanade (1:30p) 2:15 p.m. Fo…

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851: MAGIC Live! 2024 Convention - Day Three Report 51:49

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Tuesday, August 6th 24 hours Mystique Lounge, Jackson Square 9:00 a.m. Information Booth, Kiosk 11:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. General Session for red lanyards, Showroom (Noon) 11:00 a.m. The MAGIC Shop, Mardi Gras (6:00p) 11:30 a.m. Out to Lunch, Esplanade (1:30p) 2:15 p.m. Focus Sessions for red lanyards (3:15p) Acting for Magicians, French Quarter with C…

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849: MAGIC Live! 2024 Convention - Days One and Two Report 1:00:56

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Sunday, August 4th (Pre Convention Activities) 24 hours Mystque Lounge, Jackson Square 10:00 a.m. Registration, Bienville G (10:00 p.m.) 10:00 a.m. Photo Badges Dauphine F (10:00 p.m.) LIVE Tonight! 7:30 - 11:30 p.m. Welcome Party, Esplanade 7:30 - 11:00 p.m. The Magic Shop, Mardi Gras 11:00 - 11:30 p.m. Grand Prize Giveaway, Esplanade Monday, Augu…

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848: Abbott's Get Together 2024 - Day Four Report 1:20:58

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SATURDAY, AUGUST 3RD 2024 9:30AM REGISTRATION OPENS at the Abbott Plant 10:00AM ABBOTT'S DEALERS ROOM OPENS (Requires Registration) 11:00AM LECTURE DANNY ARCHER - from Philadelphia - (Requires Registration) 11:00AM - 5:00PM COLON ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR 12:00PM FREE STREET PERFORMANCE - Jania Taylor @ Granny's Place 1:00PM LECTURE JOHN REID from New Y…

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The Skeptic Zone #826 - 4.August.2024 1:05:59

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0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders 00:03:42 The Loons from Canada In part 1 of a 2 part series, Kate and Allie take a look at the phenomena of Access Consciousness and Access Bars. Part one: What is access consciousness and its "Ten Keys to Freedom" and how much does it cost? https://www.mcgill.ca/oss/article/critical-thinking/rasputin-phrenolog…

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847: Abbott's Get Together 2024 - Day Three Report 1:06:01

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 2ND 2024 9:30AM REGISTRATION OPENS at the Abbott Plant 9:30AM ABBOTT'S TALENT CONTEST at High School (Requires Registration) 10:00AM ABBOTT'S DEALERS ROOM OPENS (Requires Registration) 11:00AM - 5:00PM COLON ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR 11:30AM LECTURE TERRI COOK - Tannens Camp - (Requires Registration) 12:00PM FREE STREET PERFORMANCE - John…

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846: Abbott's Get Together 2024 - Day Two Report 1:20:43

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 1ST 2024 9:30AM REGISTRATION OPENS at the Abbott Plant 10:00AM ABBOTT'S DEALERS ROOM OPENS (Requires Registration) 11:00AM LECTURE AXEL HECKLAU from Germany - (Requires Registration) 12:00PM FREE STREET PERFORMANCE - Gordon Russ @ Curly's 1:00PM LECTURE CHRIS CAPEHART - from Delaware - (Requires Registration) 1:00PM MAGIC SHOW at A…

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845: Abbott's Get Together 2024 - Day One Report 1:02:27

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TUESDAY, July 30th 2024 (Pre Get Together Events) 8:00AM THE OPEN COLON "NO FRILLS" GOLF CLASSIC (with Al The Only - The cost is $20 plus the cost of golf) 1:00PM LANCE BURTON'S MAGICIAN'S TOUR OF THE AMERICAN MUSEUM OF MAGIC Limited Availability, $50 per person, You must self drive to the Museum, reservations are necessary. WEDNESDAY, JULY 31ST 20…

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The Skeptic Zone #825 - 28.July.2024 52:58

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0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders Also a look at the current nominations and past winners of the Australian Skeptics Bent Spoon Award. https://www.skeptics.com.au/about/activities/bent-spoon 00:09:24 For Crying Out Loud! It's Kat McLeod This week Kat gives us an overview of the first ever 'Global Skeptics in the Pub', held as part of the Skepti…

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844: Joe Devlin - Matador In The Arena 1:07:23

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Known as the “Matador of Magic,” Joe Devlin has lived what, for most, would be several lifetimes full of magic. He has performed around the world aboard cruise ships for 37 years; he has created and performed unique, original illusions; he was one of the performers in NYC at the Magic Townhouse and Mostly Magic; he had long term engagements in Atla…

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The Skeptic Zone #824 - 21.July.2024 1:09:47

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0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders 0:03:42 The Book of Tim. With Tim Mendham Challenging Times By Barry Williams Over 20 years ago, one Victor Zammit, a retired Sydney solicitor, apparently decided to take the skeptics on at their own game and has issued a challenge of his own. "$1 Million Challenge to Disprove Evidence of Life After Death." - A…

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843: Cody Clark - On the Spectrum 1:00:52

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April was National Autism Acceptance Month, and although we missed posting this week’s episode during that time, it is no less important nor relevant the rest of the year. This week we chat with Cody Clark show is “on the spectrum” of autism. He is currently 31 years old and lives in the Louisville, Kentucky, area, but travels throughout the Midwes…

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The Skeptic Zone #823 - 14.July.2024 1:08:19

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0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders 00:04:00 Astrology Trash is Bad News We report on a bizarre situation in Australia where it is proposed to run a regular astrology segment in the evening TV news bulletin. Is this an act of desperation to gain more viewers? What has been the reaction from other media? https://www.skynews.com.au/business/media/c…

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The Skeptic Zone #822 - 7.July.2024 1:07:08

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0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders 00:06:52 Ben Radford talks UFOs Once again we welcome the world renowned skeptical investigator, author, podcaster, and deputy editor of Skeptical Inquirer magazine, the one and only Ben Radford. In a wide ranging interview Ben talks about the Roswell UFO incident, cryptozoology, and his upcoming visit to Sydne…

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841: Benjamin Barnes - Talented Booker 1:06:17

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Benjamin Barnes is the Director of Entertainment for the Chicago Magic Lounge. Prior to that, Ben booked the talent for Magic Chicago. He has a broad knowledge and database of talented performers from around the world. He regularly performs at the Magic Castle and has been on Masters of Illusion TV show and three times on Penn & Teller Fool Us. He …

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The Skeptic Zone #821 - 30.June.2024 1:00:55

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0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders 00:04:14 Cold and Hot Reading We play a clip of a recent radio appearance by Richard Saunders (ABC Australia), where he discusses so-called psychics and some of their tricks. Also the reading of a report by Ian Bryce, from the pages of 'The Skeptic', when he, Saunders and Alynda Brown tested a 'Palm Reader' in …

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840: Paul Gordon - Singer and Sorcerer 1:05:11

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From England, Paul Gordon, is beginning to slow down in his 60’s and ease into retirement…whatever that is. He retired from doing gigs but is still active as a creator and writer. Over the decades, Paul has specialized in performing with cards as a close-up magician for corporate events and weddings while originating some of his own material and wr…

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Kevin Maguire – Shining A Light Into The Dark World Of Politics & The Role Of Humour In Journalism 🔦 1:15:59

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This week’s episode of The Humourology Podcast features Kevin Maguire, Associate Editor of the Daily Mirror and esteemed political columnist, having been chief reporter for The Guardian and worked for news publishers including the Daily Telegraph, Sky News, BBC and even the political powerhouse that is New Civil Engineer. Throughout his long and il…

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The Skeptic Zone #820 - 23.June.2024 57:52

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0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders 00:05:02 You Can Count on Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill. SkeptiCampNM - Presented by New Mexicans for Science and Reason Adrienne flies to Albuquerque, New Mexico to attend a meet up of local and regional skeptics. Interviews with... Stirling Forsyth, Mary Catherine Harris, Tom Parker, Kurly Tlapoyawa, Sonia Ver…

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839: Giovanni Livera - Where Talent and Passion Collide 1:04:34

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Giovanni Livera won the I.B.M. Gold Cups close-up award in 1991. But he was a force to be reckoned with even before then. From the Florida area, Gio has worked with Tim Glancy who, between the two of them, developed the “t-shirt cannon” that is used to this day in stadiums and ball fields and concerts across the land. In recent decades, Gio has dev…

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The Skeptic Zone #819 - 16.June.2024 54:03

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0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders 0:03:16 UFOs... Where Are You? We take a look at a recent press stories from Australia and Britin regarding UFO promoter and Australian journalist Ross Coulthart. Also we wonder what we can glean from Wiki about his current notoriety. https://www.skeptic.org.uk/2024/05/ufos-the-unidentified-flying-circus-comes-…

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838: Paul Green - It's Easy Being Green 1:09:57

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Paul Green has long been one of my favorite magicians. He knows how to entertain corporate audiences with his congenial personality and likeable style that immediately puts you at ease before he fools you. He was recently presented an Award of Recognition by the Academy of Magical Arts for his assistance over the past 10 years with their Red Cross …

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Anne-Marie Imafidon - The Most Influential Woman In Tech: Inspiring A New Generation To Love STEM 💻 1:00:17

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Described by Computer Weekly as “the most influential woman in tech” in 2020, in this episode of The Humourology Podcast, host Paul Boross is joined by the renowned educator, computer scientist and social entrepreneur, Anne-Marie Imafidon, to discuss her luminary career and the importance of humour as part of her life growing up, journey into adult…

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The Skeptic Zone #818 - 9.June.2024 1:03:03

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0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders 00:02:26 SkeptiCal 2024 We talk to famed fighter of nonsense Dr Eugenie C. Scott about the upcoming SkeptiCal Conference. SkeptiCal is the scientific skepticism conference brought to you by Northern California Skeptics. The SkeptiCal Conference brings stimulating and entertaining speakers (including Australia's…

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837: Dr. Steffan Taut - The Ancient Art of Magic 1:06:23

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I have always loved art. I began my college career as an artist before moving to journalism, but my fascination has always remained with the visual arts. I love going to museums and when something attracts my attention, I often do deep research into the subject until I have reached satisfaction. One such personal pursuit has been my longtime passio…

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The Skeptic Zone #817 - 2.June.2024 53:05

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0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders 00:02:58 Kate & Allie This week Kat and Adrienne take a skeptical look at 'Baby Helmets'. Are they truly necessary or just another example of our culture's obsession with over-protection? What is the medical point of view? Baby helmets, also known as cranial orthoses, are seen by some as intervention for infant…

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836: Julie Eng - My Life in Magic 58:52

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If you are a magic collector or you have attended one of the recent MAGIC Live! conventions, then no doubt you have seen, met or otherwise know Julie Eng. She is the executive director of Magicana, a Toronto-based organization dedicated to the exploration and advancement of magic. She is also the editor of Magicol, the “house organ” of Magicana tha…

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Professor Richard Wiseman - 🍀 The Luck Factor: Why Humour (And Magic) Can Underpin Success 🪄 1:02:17

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Professor Richard Wiseman chats with Paul Boross on this week’s Humourology Podcast about his fascinating career, from his academic achievements, membership of the Magic Circle to his highly influential books and his drive to inform his audiences about psychology and science in the most engaging and entertaining way possible. Known globally for his…

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The Skeptic Zone #816 - 26.May.2024 1:03:38

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0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders 00:02:32 You Can Count on Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill. Adrienne Hill and Janalee Morris share their immersive first experience at the Psychic and Crystal Fair, where they interacted with vendors and attendees. Could anyone predict their future or enhance their health? Tune in to find out. 0:19:42 Reviewing the…

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835: Mark Jensen - Marshalling a Collection 1:04:03

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Mark Jensen is not a name you may (yet) be familiar with, but his story of collecting is one among hundreds, if not thousands, of those of us who have found a niche where we can enjoy the history of our art by just looking at our walls or across the room to see the collectible relic. His story represents those collectors who have a passion for a pa…

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The Skeptic Zone #815 - 19.May.2024 1:00:40

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Show Notes 0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders 0:03:32 For Crying Out Loud! It's Kat McLeod This week Kat relates her journey, over the past year, from attending a skeptical conference in Canada to becoming a reporter for the Skeptic Zone. This is right from the 'who could have ever see this coming?' files and is a great illustration of how impor…

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834: Eric DeCamps - He Is The Champion 1:02:37

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Eric DeCamps is a subtle yet significant force in our magic community. The S.A.M. awarded Eric the Gold Medal of Excellence for Close-Up Magic. He is only the second magician in the 122-year history of the organization to receive this prestigious award.He was designated as the Dean of The S.A.M. Parent Assembly #1 in New York City. Next year for th…

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Julia Bradbury on Walk Yourself Happy: How A Stroll Can Be A Tool For Healing And Adventure 54:14

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Julia Bradbury joins us to chat about everything from sibling relationships, walking in nature to her breast cancer diagnosis. Hear how Julia’s journey has included humour as a tool for healing. Tune in to learn just how valuable humour can be through life’s hardest moments. She is an absolute inspiration and gives so many tips and techniques to he…

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The Skeptic Zone #814 - 12.May.2024 54:55

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0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders 0:04:14 You Can Count on Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill. This week, Adrienne gives us an overview of the recent 'We Can Reason' conference held in Calgary, Canada. We hear about each of the invited speakers and meet one of the delegates, a listener of the Skeptic Zone right from episode #1, Brenda Hill. Next it's…

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