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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. Fea ...
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Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald

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When Heather isn't headlining theaters across the country as a top stand-up comedian or being the perfect wife and mother of three, she is diving into juicy pop culture. From all things Hollywood, celebrity romances, Bravo TV to her real-life drama, Heather tackles the juiciest and most controversial topics. She will not hold back on her opinion on anything or anyone. While talking to guests ranging anywhere from actors to comics to reality stars, Heather asks the juiciest questions you alwa ...
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A billionaire’s yacht sank just two days after his business partner was also killed while riding his bike. J.Lo files for divorce from Ben. They had no prenup. Scott Peterson speaks on camera after 20 years behind bars for killing his pregnant wife. I go through the evidence that was not shared in his trial. Brandi Glanville released the video of A…
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Scott Peterson was convicted of murdering his pregnant wife 20 years ago. The judge just granted Scott’s request to test duct tape evidence for DNA. Could this lead to a retrial and acquittal? Two doctors and three others were charged in Matthew Perry’s death. Ariana Madix’s brother Jeremy was arrested for trying to fly with 76 lbs of weed. On RHOC…
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0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders 00:03:22 Beyond Belief Bob Nixon tunes in and finds an old aquaintance up to his old tricks - very old tricks. "Like Deja vu all over again" In this report from 'The Skeptic Magazine' in 2001, a former investigator of Australian Skeptics the late Bob Nixon, reviews a farcical TV special about the paranormal, st…
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I interviewed Margaret Josephs from Real Housewives of New Jersey. But First I update you on “It Ends With Us” drama and the fight over the Bronze medal. Brandon Lee, son of Tommy Lee and Pamela Anderson lost his golf club membership! My golfing Juicy Scoop correspondent gave me the details. Plus, what to do when you fall in love with your ex's boy…
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I’m back from my Texas shows and I now understand the Austin hype! My favorite parts of the 2024 Paris Olympics were the Aussie female breakdancer? Snoop Dogg and Coca-Cola as defense against swimming in fecal matter. I explain the drama surrounding “It Ends With Us” movie premiere and why the director is not pleased with how it is being promoted. …
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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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Real Housewives of New Jersey Teresa‘s husband Louie has issued an apology. The Simple Life is back with Paris and Nicole. Is Ben not filing divorce on J-Lo to save her from humiliation? Did a woman fake her own kidnapping and almost die because of it? Then Million Dollar Listing LA’s Josh Flagg is back! We discuss Serena Williams’ disappointment o…
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Chris Franjola is here but first I had to unpack the Real Housewives of New Jersey finale. Dorinda has a new show. Ariana Madix has more lawsuits. Then Chris and I discuss who should play Britney Spears’ in the movie based on her autobiography. Is it wrong Simone Biles’ husband wore her gold medal? An actress claims she was fired from Fuller House …
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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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Hannah Neeleman is known as Ballerina Farms on Social media with 10 million followers. She is known as a “trad wife” who makes meals from scratch and homeschools her 8 children. I get into the recent controversy surrounding an interview she did and how different kinds of media have shaped generations of women. This is very juicy, trust me. I also g…
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Brandy Howard and Julie Goldman are back and so am I! I got scammed at the Colosseum. Is Europe America’s adult Disneyland? The Last Supper was depicted in Olympics opening ceremony. Is RHONJ cancelled? We get into the juiciest story lines behind why this cast may not continue. Then we discuss how Hollywood grifters have made their ways into our li…
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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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Kim Goldman, the sister of Ron Goldman who was murdered with Nicole Brown Simpson answers all of Heather’s questions from what it was like to be in court for years during both trials, how she first heard the news, the day of the verdict and when OJ was sent away for 9 years. The aftermath with her family. Her confrontations with Marcia Clark, the l…
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My friend and now author, Jorge Perez is here! Jorge shares his inspiration for his new book “The Shut The Fuck Up Method, Silence your way to the life of your dreams” which emphasizes that there are times to speak up and times to shut up. Jorge and I met 15 years ago and have some crazy stories we share involving The SoHo house and Hollywood. We d…
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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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Andrea Dunlop’s podcast “Nobody Should Believe Me” explores the criminology and psychopathology behind Munchausen by Proxy. She gives her background about why she started exploring Munchausen by Proxy - because of her sister having it. We discuss how in many cases of Munchausen and Munchausen by Proxy, people start to do fraudulent fundraising. Let…
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Ms. Pat has an extraordinary life story which she shares here on Juicy Scoop with heart and hilarity. She is a successful stand-up comedian, writer, producer, mother and everything in between. You will laugh hard while being inspired as you listen to this very special episode. • Go to https://TheOuai.com and use code JUICY for 15% off your entire p…
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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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We discuss how dating and romance has changed. So many relationships today are arrangements. We are talking sugar baby and daddies. Do Gen Z’ers need old fashioned matchmakers? So juicy and so fun! Get 15% off OneSkin with the code JUICY at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod Get 20% OFF @honeylove by going to https://honeylove.com/JUICY ! #honeylo…
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Kim De Paola returns to Juicy Scoop to discuss her book and to give us lots of inside scoop on what is really going on in Jersey. I ask the tough questions about growing up around gangsters. What it's like to marry in to the mob and not ask questions like, "where is our money coming from?" When it comes to her role in the Real Housewives of New Jer…
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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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Ramin Setoodeh and I discuss his new tell all book about the hit reality show, "The Apprentice." In his latest book "Apprentice in Wonderland: How Donald Trump and Mark Burnett took America through the looking glass," we get the inside juice from the boardroom to the celebrities. Ramin interviewed Donald Trump several times as well as many former f…
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Mistrial in the Karen Read murder case. What could happen next? Was BET Awards insensitive by including OJ Simpson? Bethenny Frankel’s ex had moved on to another reality star/podcaster. Did Julia Robert’s flirt with Travis Kelce. New scripted series about real housewives is in production. Is Kim Zolciak dating Chet Hanks? Then the hilarious “Mean G…
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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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It’s a Heather Haul of hot topics! Hawk Tuah girl might be getting signed by UTA! I give an update of my Swifties backlash. As I predicted Sherri Papini already has a new boyfriend and the circumstances are juicy. The jury in the Karen Read case ask for clearer instructions. Katy Perry is dressing weirder than the lyrics of her new song. Bianca’s n…
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Taylor Swift didn’t listen to me and put her boyfriend Travis Kelce on stage with her. Former prosecutor, Matt Murphy is back, and he is an author! Pre order “The Book of Murder” now! We discuss the Hulu documentary, “The Perfect Wife” about Sherri Papini. What makes a mother fake her own kidnapping for attention? Karen Read is on trial for murderi…
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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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Chris Franjola and I get into so many hot topics. Denise Richards and her ex husband Charlie Sheen have a reality Show on E! Is it 2008? Armie Hammer is grateful for cannibalism. Stephen Baldwin cries for TikTok views. Don’t steal Nikki Glaser’s roast jokes. Kanye destroyed his own home. Clipped on Hulu is juicy. White Chick Influencers pissed off …
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Chris Franjola is here! We talk Father’s Day and my Cabo vacation. The Pope met with 100 comedians and I was not one of them and I think I know why. A politician created fake social media accounts to bully himself. Scooter Braun will no longer manager music acts. Legos are being stolen. Are John Travolta and Kristin Davis really dating? Then I talk…
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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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