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The Sceptic

The Daily Sceptic

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Welcome to The Sceptic, the Daily Sceptic’s weekly podcast. Host Laurie Wastell interviews the authors of some of the website’s most talked about recent pieces. Please subscribe, and remember: question everything; stay sane; live free. Produced by Richard Eldred.
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Uncanny

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From ghostly phantoms to UFOs, Danny Robins investigates real-life stories of paranormal encounters. So, are you Team Believer or Team Sceptic? Written and presented by Danny Robins Editor and Sound Designer: Charlie Brandon-King Music: Evelyn Sykes Theme Music by Lanterns on the Lake Produced by Danny Robins and Simon Barnard A Bafflegab and Uncanny Media production for BBC Radio 4
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Emily Maitlis, Jon Sopel and Lewis Goodall – three of the UK’s top journalists – host an award-winning daily news podcast: The News Agents. They’re not just here to tell you what's happening, but why. Expect astute analysis and explanation of the day's news – and a healthy dose of scepticism and the ability to laugh at it all when needed. Episodes are available every weekday afternoon. You can listen to The News Agents on Alexa, just say "Alexa ask Global Player to play The News Agents" The ...
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I'm ADHD! No You're Not

Dr Mine Conkbayir MBE & Paul Whitehouse

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Join ADHDer, Dr Mine Conkbayir MBE and husband, the BAFTA award-winning comedy actor, Paul Whitehouse (Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing, The Fast Show) as they explore ADHD with diverse celebrity ADHDer guests, professors and specialists in this brand new Podcast series. Given the recent 'explosion’ in diagnoses, particularly within the world of comedy, Paul Whitehouse represents the archetypal sceptic. He’s there to challenge the very concept of ADHD. Dr. Mine provides theoretical and re ...
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Is our reality a sophisticated computer program? Welcome to the podcast where we grapple with the profound questions raised by the Simulation Hypothesis! We explore this idea – popularised by figures like Nick Bostrom and David Chalmers – from every angle: its roots in ancient philosophical scepticism and modern physics, its connections to AI and virtual reality, and its implications for consciousness, knowledge, and the very meaning of life. Could we be digital beings in a vast simuverse, o ...
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There are a lot of opinions on how to master your mind, but then there’s PSYCHOLOGY. We’re all stuck with the brain we’re born with, but we aren’t stuck with how we use it. Learn science-backed answers to make the most of your mind and your life. CURIOUS? Growth Mindset Psychology is the "self-help sceptic" podcast for the curious. Whether you want to improve performance, navigate setbacks, or know who you are. We find answers to the true science of self-improvement. So put down the astrolog ...
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The New Paris Podcast

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In a country like France, where tradition reigns supreme, even a suggestion of change or newness has long been met with scepticism by locals. This is no longer the case, offers writer and adopted Parisian Lindsey Tramuta in The New Paris podcast, a side dish to her bestselling books “The New Paris” and “The New Parisienne”. Here, with an assortment of other local experts, she takes a closer look at the people, places and ideas that are changing the fabric of the storied French capital.
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The Best Science (BS) Medicine Podcast is a weekly presentation where practitioners can get evidence-based drug therapy content that is practical, entertaining and promotes healthy scepticism. In essence, we are the Medication Mythbusters. We present information that is useful and relevant to physicians, pharmacists, nurses, physician assistants and other health professionals, and that can easily be incorporated into day-to-day practice. The podcast is presented by Dr. James McCormack, Profe ...
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Made of Ghosts

Rachel - Made of Ghosts

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A true ghost story podcast about the haunted houses, strange encounters, and the unseen things that have quietly, and sometimes not-so-quietly, shaped my life. I’m Rachel. A pragmatic, lifelong sceptic who, for reasons unknown, seems to have drawn the short straw when it comes to paranormal experiences. Made of Ghosts is a space for the stories I’ve hidden, the questions I’ve carried, and the moments that refused to fade. I’m telling them now for anyone who’s ever felt like something was the ...
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Anti Sceptic

Kelsey De Almeida

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A show discussing all the interesting and slightly weird things people believe in! From religion and vegan diets to asking the big questions, like, can we really contact the dead? In each episode I'll be chatting to an expert or a funny guest discussing a belief thats close to their heart. If you want to know if Psychics are fake and hear me have a live reading or learn if sleep is really that important, this is the Podcast for you! You can also support the podcast here! : https://www.patreo ...
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Join us when we release a new episode every week on an enthralling journey as we dive deep into some of the most intriguing and debated topics of our time. From the mysteries of lost ancient civilizations and the tantalizing possibility of alien life to the mind-bending concept of our reality being a simulation, we cover it all. Our goal is to sift through the speculation, examine the evidence, and try to provide thoughtful, balanced insights that make sense of these fascinating subjects. Wh ...
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Drs Chris and Xand van Tulleken investigate the science of exercise and the dangers of inactivity. Is modern exercise a wellness cult? Or is it a vital cure for a world that's struggling with ill health and stuck on the sofa? Most of us might like to get a bit fitter, but how easy is it to actually start exercising and give up sedentary habits? In this series Drs Chris and Xand van Tulleken examine exercise and how best to do it. How much should we be doing? How does it help our bodies? And ...
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Burmese Atheists

Burmese Atheists

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We are a non-profit advocacy association which ought to seek for the normalization of religious dissent, to educate Myanmar youths on atheism, scepticism, secularism, humanism, non-religious moralities and last but not the least anti-capitalism (socialism & anarchism). This Podcast will cover serveral topics like Buddhism, Islam, Christianity, Hinduism from an atheist perspective. We will also speak out against religious conservative values fulled with sexism, homophobia, genocidal stockholm ...
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Cryptid Addicted

Cryptid Addicted

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They're weird and sometimes frightening. They've been spotted in our forests, our oceans and even in our cities. Are they in your neighbourhood? Rarely seen or photographed, some dispute that they even exist at all... They're Megan and Paddy, and they want to talk to you about Cryptids.
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Your listen-along Steely Dan podventure. Join Oli (Dan fan) and Andrew (Dan sceptic), as they take the scenic route through the entire Steely Dan discography. Each week, our hosts take a forensic look at a Steely Dan song. Join them on a nine-series trek from 'Do It Again' on 1972's Can't Buy a Thrill, to 'Everything Must Go' on the 2003 album of the same name. Will they uncover hidden truths? Will they nail The Vibe? Will Andrew ever admit he actually quite likes Steely Dan? Turn on, tune i ...
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A film discussion podcast with trivia, quizzes and chat about your favourite actors and actresses. Our toy bingo machine chooses the person, we discuss their filmography and try to convince film-sceptic Sophie to watch one of their best movies, to be reviewed the following episode. Join us - Tony, Jordan, Jon and Sophie for a chinwag about cinema.
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This Podcast will be the path for how to think different when you look at things in this life. Every two weeks an episode where KJ will talk and investigate one big idea. This Podcast is for the listeners who demand scepticism, but appreciate wonder.
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The podcast where philosophy meets data science. All beliefs are unjustified, and we are trying to disprove them, continue listening if you're a sceptic. Please send us your thoughts: https://www.linesareopen.com/utb/. Support this podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/join/unjusttifiedtruebeliefs
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Welcome to the Nonsense Dialogues. "Dialogues" because we would like to think we sound like Socrates and Plato at the Academy. "Nonsense" because we think we sound like the great sceptics - Hume, Wittgenstein, Kant and so on. Actually, neither is true. Randal and David just like to argue about organisational and social psychological theory and practice in an invariably vain attempt to figure out what works and to complain about the myths, half-truths and just plain wrong shite that pass as g ...
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Reality Check

Tony Pitman

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Gay? Lesbian? Skeptical? Check out "Reality Check!" "Reality Check" is a radio show hosted by Tony Pitman and broadcast on JOY 94.9 FM in Melbourne, Australia. Each episode, "Reality Check" brings you a round-up of LGBT world news and a movie review, plus a heavy dose of critical thinking and skeptical analysis of pseudoscience and the paranormal. Psychics, ghosts, UFOs, astrology, diets, alternative medicines and much more all come under the critical eye.
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Happiness - A Sceptics Guide

Paul Flower and Dr Gary Wood

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We all want to be happier but how do we achieve it? And do we even recognise what makes us happy? With an overwhelming rise in mental health issues ‘Happiness, A Sceptics Guide’ seeks to address a vital issue: understanding and improving your wellbeing. Join your hosts, serial self-help-abuser and professional sceptic Paul Flower and psychologist and author Dr Gary Wood on an epic quest, to navigate the vagaries of the world of wellness, in pursuit of happiness and how to hold on to it. In f ...
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A verse by verse walkthrough of the Bible from Genesis to Revelation with pastor Justin Thomas. Grow in your understanding of the message of the Scriptures and your ability to read it for yourself. Whether you think of yourself as a student of the Bible, a Christian who just wants to know God better, or a sceptic who wants to explore Christianity, Verse/Verse was created with you in mind.
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TechGrumps

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Angry people going on about technology. The UK is the home of grumpness and we frankly do it so well… So we gather together a small group of sometimes grumpy people to discuss the bad aspects of technology
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The Real Normal Podcast

The Real Normal Podcast

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Three blokes get together to cover all the stories in the news and from UK politics over the last week with an amusing eye. Expect laughter, analysis, listener rants and awful DIY songs! Email us: [email protected] Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/therealnormalpodcast/ Leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts - it REALLY HELPS!
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Fresh AiR

Answers in Reason - Joe Johnstone, Dave Rowlands, Martijn, Kristyn Pike & Guests

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‘Fresh AiR’ is a podcast, hosted by Joe, Martijn and Dave. It is part of Answers in Reason but hopes to bring a fresh perspective on a number of topics. Philosophy, Science, and the intersection with social and secular issues is our main focus; we aim to ascend the tribe and do more than simply claim to be sceptics by actually taking the time to understand what scepticism is. Season 1 first launched in 2019 and other authors became a part of the crew. Over time we grew and also undertook our ...
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Have You Ever Read...? is a podcast about books. Not just any books but Christian books. Once a month, Jean Kabasomi interviews an ordinary Christian about a book that has had a huge impact on their life or ministry.
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Politics, As Usual

Global Partners Governance

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Despite wide-spread scepticism about politics and politicians, in every country around the world there are many representatives and officials driven by purpose and principle. Their stories are rarely heard, but talking to such individuals about how politics actually works in practice, and making change happen, is invariably interesting, insightful and enlightening. The purpose of this new podcast is to capture some of those stories from people working in and around politics, in some very dif ...
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Begotten

That's Not Canon Productions

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A sceptic. A paranoiac. A criminal. A migrant. A hostage. Minola Theatre presents BEGOTTEN, a five-part audio drama by award-winning playwright Bianca Butler Reynolds. Join us each week as we meet five generations of women: Alice, Eileen, Clea, Hazel and Laoise. Hear a century of their stories, encompassing grief, war, sanity, loss and revenge. Listen as they grapple with powerful questions about heredity, and what is passed down family lines. Are we doomed to make the same mistakes our pare ...
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Bears, Tea & Tarot

Graham J Norton & Richard Jones

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Graham J. Norton & Richard Jones host this warm new hug of a podcast, that looks to help guide and entertain with guided meditations and live Tarot Readings. Graham is the Tarot Reader, with Richard acting as interviewer. They encourage questions so feel free to email at [email protected]
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Philosophy for All is a leading podcast for everything related to philosophy and theology. We often host leading scholars and thinkers to bring you the best content in philosophy and theology! Stay tuned for enlightening discussions which would not only enrich your knowledge of philosophy, but also provide you with life lessons from great thinkers!This podcast has ranked globally, past ranks include top 200 in UK, top 40 in Hungary, top 50 in Slovenia & top 20 in Denmark for Arts & Books.
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We love Jesus who is the eternal Son of God. Jesus is fully God and fully man. He lived a perfect life, died our death on the cross, he rose physically from the dead on the third day, he ascended to heaven, he now rules over everything and one day he will return as Judge and King.
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Spotlight on Darkcast

Darkcast Network

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Spotlight on Darkcast is our networks own podcast featuring a delicious buffet of excellent shows a bit on the darker side of life. From true crime to paranormal, conspiracy theories and darkly obscure topics, our shows will not disappoint you! darkcastnetwork.com
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Radio Maria England

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Radio Maria England is a 24hr Catholic Radio Station broadcasting programmes expressing the Christian faith. It aims to support Catholics and others in their spiritual life and witness to those who wish to learn more about Catholicism. It is part of the World Family of Radio Maria, formed in 1998 in response to the apparitions and messages of Our Lady in Medjugorje and Fatima. Radio Maria currently has 82 radio stations across five continents with 500 million listeners worldwide.
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What is Israel's end game in Iran? Does it genuinely believe Iran is making nuclear weapons - or is this about overthrowing the whole regime? Did Trump make Iran more dangerous when he ripped up the diplomatic deal Obama had forged with the country? And will Trump end up dragging America into a brand new Middle East war? We talk to CNN corresponden…
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The sisters look at the Gospel for Trinity Sunday, where Jesus describes His relationship with His heavenly Father and the Holy Spirit. Catechism references: 91, 1117, 2466, 2671 Each Wednesday morning the Dominican Sisters of St Joseph go deeper into the Gospel reading for the upcoming Sunday by exploring how it is used in the Catechism of the Cat…
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The last two decades have led to the last 24 hours: Israel, going for broke and launching an all out assault on Iran’s nuclear programme. Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu claims he is trying to prevent a “nuclear holocaust.” But why now? And in acting in this way will Israel succeed in halting an Iranian nuclear weapon or guarantee it? PLUS Lewis talk…
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This week on The Sports Agents... We hear the secrets behind match fixing from convicted match fixer and former professional footballer, Moses Swaibu. With the Lucas Paqueta trial coming to an end, Swaibu tells us how many people it takes to fix a match, what signs you can look out for, and how to put an end to all of this. (01:00) Mark heads down …
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Are you living in a simulation or dreaming the simulation into existence? A new theory suggests reality is a collective dream-simulation we're all creating together. This is an AI generated conversation about the article found here: https://theexperiencemachine.com/articles/the-matrix-has-it-backwards/ Read and listen to more at TheExperienceMachin…
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After his terrifying night in the Torrelaguna house, Andy's companions admit he’s not the only one to have experienced odd occurrences. In Part 2 of the Uncanny Summer Special, Danny Robins unravels the unsettling past of the old house - drawing us into the fascinating, dark history of Spain’s Civil War past and family secrets that refuse to stay b…
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Rob Bates on how to stop Britain becoming majority-minority, Tilak Doshi on Trump vs the Green Blob and Mario Trabucco on George Osborne’s Elgin Marbles betrayal. In Episode 40 of the Sceptic, host Laurie Wastell speaks to the following guests: Rob Bates, founder and Research Director of the Centre for Migration Control, on the alarming projections…
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Mental Constraints: How to change your thoughts and break invisible limits you can't see This episode is a ride through dimensions—space, time, and your own mind. It’s like stepping outside your body mid-coffee to ask, “Wait, what the hell am I doing?” From Zen bugs to aeroplane windows, Sam breaks down how we’re all stuck in routines that make lif…
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Fr Toby shows how an ought can follow from an is and says that Hume ought to have known better! THE FRIARSIDE airs live on Radio Maria on Mondays and Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 11:15am and is rebroadcast at 11:15pm on the same days. Our Priest Director Fr Toby reads through a spiritual book, pausing and providing commentary as he goes. If you enjoy…
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It's been 3 days since the streets of Ballymena in Northern Ireland went from peaceful protest to full on riots. Since then, 41 police officers have been injured, rioters have hurled petrol bombs, and people have fled their homes as hate-filled mobs set fire to them. As the tensions builds and the protests turn to racist rioting, is this more of wh…
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Mine and Paul ventured to the south of France for this week’s episode with the one and only Heston Blumenthal OBE. The experimental chef kindly invited the team to his home ‘En Provence’ to speak about his ADHD and much, much more. Heston vividly retells how he was sectioned in 2023, with a Doctor and the emergency services pinning him down and sed…
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On today’s episode of Culture Tuesday, Helena Judd explores the enduring spiritual wisdom of William Blake with two inspiring guests. Mark Vernon, author and psychotherapist, discusses his new book Awake: Noticing William Blake in the 21st Century, offering fresh insights into Blake’s relevance in our fast-paced, anxious world. Alongside him is Bri…
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Fr Toby speaks about the transforming power of hope in another. WORD FOR TODAY is broadcast live on Radio Maria on weekdays at 1:15pm and is rebroadcast at 12:15am and 5:45am the following day. In it our Priest Director Fr Toby offers a reflection, usually drawing from the Mass readings of the day. If you enjoyed this programme, please consider sup…
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Fr Joseph continues his series on the Council of Nicaea, looking at the figure of Athanasius and how the truth, championed by the Church and her saints, never loses its relevance. Fr Joseph Hamilton is the Rector of the Domus Australia in Rome, and a priest of the Archdiocese of Sydney Australia. Prior to his appointment at Domus, he served as priv…
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Stronghold Festival & Generation Hope Fr Andrew looks at youth ministry in Scotland, in particular the mission of Craig Lodge Family Retreat House and the MacFarlane Barrow family. JUST LIFE is a human formation programme brought to you by Radio Maria, airing on weekdays at 10am and rebroadcast at 10pm. If you enjoyed this programme, please conside…
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Rachel Mackenzie from Rachel's Vineyard joins us to share how through her own experience of abortion she has helped others find healing and the key role her faith has played in this ministry. Currently in the UK there are around a quarter of a million abortions every year – what’s our response to this? March for Life UK faces this issue with truth …
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We continue our series on the Council of Nicaea with Fr Joseph Hamilton looking at Phoebadius of Agen. Fr Joseph Hamilton is the Rector of the Domus Australia in Rome, and a priest of the Archdiocese of Sydney Australia. Prior to his appointment at Domus, he served as private secretary to George Cardinal Pell, until the Cardinal’s untimely death. F…
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Today, in a marked change of tone, Rachel Reeves laid out her spending review. The Chancellor set out budgets for government departments, boosting budgets for the NHS and Home Office. But the Tories are calling her approach "spend now, tax later". So is this the plan too ambitious? And are tax rises inevitable in the Autumn? And can Reeve's spendin…
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What if you could run an experiment right now that would prove your entire reality is fake? A team of quantum physicists has figured out how to catch the universe lying—and their methods are so simple, they're terrifying. We break down the ground-breaking experiments that could expose the Matrix, one USB drive at a time. This is an AI generated con…
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Can an algorithm have its own form of existence? Three Nigerian philosophers have just published a paper that turns the simulation hypothesis on its head, arguing that we're not just passive inhabitants of a possible simulation—we're active creators of new realities through AI. Explore the mind-bending implications of 'quasi-agency' in machines, th…
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In episode 603, James and Mike K invite Jennifer Young back to the podcast to talk about the best available evidence for topical minoxidil and hair growth. We discuss outcomes such as the numbers of hairs per squared centimeter – the main outcome reported – but when available, we also other report on other outcomes and also the side effects. So, if…
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In Episode 8 of Bears, Tea, and Tarot, Graham leads us through a gentle yet powerful meditation designed to help us connect with our intuition and activate deep cellular healing. This soulful pause opens the door to a heartfelt tarot reading for a listener navigating life with Parkinson’s and the emotional challenges of social isolation. As always,…
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Fr Toby on our call to give season to a bland world. WORD FOR TODAY is broadcast live on Radio Maria on weekdays at 1:15pm and is rebroadcast at 12:15am and 5:45am the following day. In it our Priest Director Fr Toby offers a reflection, usually drawing from the Mass readings of the day. If you enjoyed this programme, please consider supporting us …
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Keir Starmer has done his first media round since the u-turn on winter fuel payments, attempting to argue that the country’s finances are now stable and also still reeling from Liz Truss mini budget. 9 million pensioners are now eligible for the benefit. Including many well off couples. Is this really the best use of public money when young familie…
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This episode explores the economic considerations of the simulation hypothesis, moving beyond the typical philosophical and scientific debates. It introduces Fordham University professor Evangelos Katsamakas's research, which posits that if we are living in a simulation, there must be a practical business case and a "why" behind its creation and ma…
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One of the greatest theologians and most influential thinkers of the Church was Origen of Alexandria. In this episode of Patristic Pillars Fr Joseph Hamilton begins looking at the Council of Nicaea and how a false reading of that great thinker may have led to some of the errors of Arius and his followers. Fr Joseph Hamilton is the Rector of the Dom…
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What if everything we believe about finding love is designed to keep us searching instead of finding? This episode debunks some of the worst common advice and showcases what's genuinely useful. It might start with you. The people most focused on finding the perfect partner often remain alone, while those focused on becoming the right partner tend t…
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First they learnt how to flip open wheelie bin lids. Now they're using water fountains. Masters of the urban landscape, sulphur-crested cockatoos (Cacatua galerita) are more than capable of some quirky (and sometimes messy) antics. So what do these entertaining exploits tell us about cockie innovation — or even cockie culture?…
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To celebrate the 2nd anniversary of his passing, I pulled this one from the Patreon feed for you. In this episode we follow up our biography episode on the life of the despicable little troll Pat Robertson, by giving him the right of reply and concentrate entirely on his own words. Featuring celebrity cameo gust star appearances from Halloween, wit…
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Fr Toby on the Holy Spirit and the Eucharist and guidance and food the great journey of our lives, the path to sanctity. WORD FOR TODAY is broadcast live on Radio Maria on weekdays at 1:15pm and is rebroadcast at 12:15am and 5:45am the following day. In it our Priest Director Fr Toby offers a reflection, usually drawing from the Mass readings of th…
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Why has Trump sent the National Guard onto the streets of L.A. to deal with protests against his immigration raids? Normally, this would only happen at the invitation of the State's governor. This time, Trump acted without consultation - and the governor, Gavin Newsom, is now threatening to sue him. Is Trump right to say he needs to assert law and …
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This episode discusses the simulation hypothesis, which proposes that our reality is an artificial construct. It explores the reasons why someone might want to escape such a simulation, including gaining true knowledge or attaining superpowers. The article then outlines different stages of escape, from mere suspicion to potentially taking control o…
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This episode examines the Fine-Tuning Argument (FTA), which posits that the universe's parameters are so precisely set for life that they suggest a divine creator. However, the author presents challenges to this argument, primarily from the multiverse hypothesis, which suggests many universes exist, and the simulation hypothesis, proposing our real…
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This podcast episode discusses an online article that explores the fascinating concept of simulation-based time travel, suggesting that as technology advances, future generations could potentially recreate highly accurate and interactive simulations of our present era using the vast amounts of digital data we generate. The episode discusses how suc…
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This episode discusses the online article, "Innocence Lost: Why Your Life Might Be a Sophisticated Lie" from TheExperienceMachine.com, examines Professor Barry Dainton's paper on the simulation hypothesis. The text discusses the idea that our reality could be a highly advanced computer simulation, building on earlier work by Nick Bostrom. Dainton p…
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An episode about an article from TheExperienceMachine.com, titled "2050: The End of Reality as We Know It?", explores the simulation hypothesis, drawing heavily on a paper by Peter S. Jenkins. The article outlines Jenkins' arguments that a future society would have strong motivations to create historical simulations, such as nostalgia or AI testing…
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Fr Chris Alar MIC shares with Fr Toby news of making the UK a mission priority for his Province and discusses the need for his new book Understanding the Sacraments. THE FRIARSIDE airs live on Radio Maria on Mondays and Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 11:15am and is rebroadcast at 11:15pm on the same days. Our Priest Director Fr Toby reads through a spi…
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Dive into the mind-bending world of The Matrix as we explore whether it's a dream, a simulation, or something in between. Uncover the shocking truths about consciousness and reality that may change how you see the world This is an AI generated conversation about the article found here: https://theexperiencemachine.com/articles/unraveling-the-matrix…
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Our reality is a vast experiment run by our distant descendants. Every moment shapes civilizations beyond imagination. Discover why we are living in an elaborate simulation of our distant past This is an AI generated conversation about the article found here: https://theexperiencemachine.com/articles/our-reality-a-simulation-of-ancient-human-histor…
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Jeffrey White's research paper which proposes a twist on the simulation hypothesis, suggesting our universe could be a simulated reality created by a pre-post-human civilisation facing existential threats. Instead of being for entertainment, White posits this simulation is a testing ground for solving critical problems, drawing connections to advan…
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What if you could design your own reality? A new AI solution proposes personal simulated universes, letting you live your perfect life. But is it really living? This is an AI generated conversation about the article found here: https://theexperiencemachine.com/articles/my-life-my-simulation-taking-the-red-pill-every-day/ Read and listen to more at …
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Nick Bostrom's simulation hypothesis has a fatal flaw. The lifespan paradox unravels his theory, as the odds of living in a simulation are far lower than Bostrom proposed. Discover the game-changing perspective that shatters the simulation illusion. This is an AI generated conversation about the article found here: https://theexperiencemachine.com/…
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