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Skeptic Hangout
by Skeptic Hangout
This is Skeptic Hangout - a show, where we sit back, relax, and discuss some of humanity’s most controversial and intriguing concepts through the lens of skepticism.You can check out the show on your favourite platforms here: https://linktr.ee/SkepticHangout
Episodes
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Episode 83 - Abortion
Skeptic Hangout takes its pass at one of the most controversial topics on the docket today: abortion. It is a polarizing topic...so we hope to hear your thoughts. Find all the different ways to listen to and connect with us at: *linktr.ee/skeptichangout*...
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Episode 82 - Cloning
Josh and Laura take cloning all over the map from the ethical ramifications of human cloning to cloning meat to the transporter issue. Find all the different ways to listen to and connect with us at: *linktr.ee/skeptichangout*...
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Episode 81 - Self-Diagnosis
Josh and Laura discuss the ways in which, for better or worse, individuals take the diagnosis of their symptoms into their own hands... or sometimes even become lay doctors and diagnose others. Find all the different ways to listen to and connect with us at: *linktr.ee/skeptichangout*...
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Episode 80 - Dead Sea Scrolls
Richard and Laura take on the brave feat of tackling the Dead Sea Scrolls, ancient documents that, to be honest, neither know much about! As you can imagine, this episode gets very tangential as they navigate their way through and around the "mystery" (i.e. lack of knowledge) of the Dead Sea...
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Episode 79 - Slavery
Join Richard, Richard, and Laura as they discuss slavery, one of humankind's most long-lived (as it is still around today) and abhorrent practices. We know it's been culturally accepted and justified by civilizations (including our own) throughout history, but is the ownership of one person over...
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Episode 78 - Social Class
In this throw-back episode, the old crew is back together! Richard, Richard, and Laura discuss social class, up and down the social ladder from the top 1% to the bottom 99. Find all the different ways to listen to and connect with us at: *linktr.ee/skeptichangout*...
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Episode 77 - Polyamory
You know that song One Love? Well, what if there could be more than one love? What does that look like? And most importantly, does there *have* to be sex involved? This episode is all about polyamory. Join us as Laura, Richard, Josh, and guest host Richard meander here, there, and everywhere in...
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Episode 76 - Disgust
Josh, Laura, and Richard are joined once again by guest host Dr. Richard Firth-Godbehere. This episode is all about disgust. We hit the whole spectrum from poop to lettuce and from physical disgust to cultural disgust. We hit on why we feel it and what you can do about it. Find Dr. Richard...
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Episode 75 - Bad Science
Find Dr. Richard Firth-Godbehere's work at the following links: Dr. Rich FG - https://youtube.com/c/DrRichFG https://projects.history.qmul.ac.uk/emotions/richard-firth-godbehere/ https://www.amazon.com/Human-History-Emotion-Built-World/dp/0316461318 Find all the different ways to listen to and...
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Episode 74 - America!
Join Richard, Josh, and Nate as they discuss the ins and outs of a most peculiar topic- America. They tackle the tough questions like "can America produce a good beer" and "do all Americans have potbellies and wear Hawaiian shirts?" Find all the different ways to listen to and connect with us at:...
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Episode 73 - Manners
Don't be rude...just watch the episode, with a please, a thank you, and a good ol' Canadian sow-ry. Find all the different ways to listen to and connect with us at: *linktr.ee/skeptichangout* **************************************************************** Check out our individual YouTube…
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Episode 72 - Guns
Josh, Richard, and guest host Nate discuss guns. With an American, a Canadian, and a British perspective, this episode provides a discussion on gun ownership, usage, and laws. Each of the three nations has different laws on gun ownership and different cultural perspectives. How do different...
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Episode 71 - Feminism
What do Josh, Puck, and Laura have to say about equality and women's rights? Or should it be Laura, Josh, and Puck? Or does Laura even get a say? Join us as we discuss the nuances of feminism, how it impacts our culture and how culture impacts it. Or just listen to hear Laura shout "GIRL POWER!"...
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Episode 70 - Ethics of Storytelling
Josh, Laura, and guest star Puck, discuss the ramifications of storytelling. Topics range from the responsibility of the creator vs the consumer to what impact stories have on individuals and cultures. There is even a discussion on the ethics of porn from a storytelling perspective. Find all the...
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Episode 69 - Free Will
Do we or do we not have a choice about what we do? And does it really matter one way or another? Find all the different ways to listen to and connect with us at: *linktr.ee/skeptichangout* **************************************************************** Check out our individual YouTube channels...
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Episode 68 - Free Speech
What is free speech? ...and do we, in the great U S of A, actually have it or not? What about places like Great Britain? How does free speech impact social interactions? Can it be limited by individuals or companies? Join Josh, Laura, and Richard as they discuss the ins and outs of free speech.…
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Episode 67 - Euthanasia
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode is a discussion on death and discusses issues around pain, suffering, and terminal health conditions. Join all four of us - Josh, Richard, Richard, and Laura - as we discuss euthanasia. What is the moral thing to do? How do we approach death? Should there be laws...
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Episode 66 - Monarchy
Monarchy.... outdated form of government? Valued tradition? Valid and successful form of rule? Governments have evolved over time. Have we evolved away from the "need" of a monarchy? Join Richard, Richard, Josh, and Laura as we toss around our ideas about "The Monarchy" and monarchy as a general...
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Episode 65 - Overpopulation
Is the planet overpopulated? Is it in danger of such? How does resource commodification factor in? What should governments and populations do about it? Join Josh, Richard, and Laura as they discuss overpopulation. Find all the different ways to listen to and connect with us at:...
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Episode 64 - Cosmetic Surgery
This is not your average conversation about plastic surgery. Rather than determining right or wrong, Richard, Josh, and Laura focus on cultural beauty standards, self-esteem and personal beauty values, and ways in which culture or religion can positively reinforce or negatively impact decisions…
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Episode 63 - Cultural Appropriation
Where is the line between cultural appropriation and appreciation? Ideas being taken and ideas being shared? Join us and a very special new...guest as we discuss our thoughts on cultural appropriation. Find all the different ways to listen to and connect with us at: *linktr.ee/skeptichangout*...
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Episode 62 - Sex-Ed
Let's talk about the birds and the bees. Better yet, let's talk sex...ed. Join us as we delve into controversy surrounding sex ed and discuss whether or not we should be teaching kids about sex. How young? Which topics? What about adults? Do *they* need better sex education as well? Find all the...
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Episode 61 - Universe
Join us as we discuss literally the biggest mystery in existence, the thing which contains all things (maybe...or maybe not): The Universe (with a capital U). Find all the different ways to listen to and connect with us at: *linktr.ee/skeptichangout*...
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Episode 60 - Conversations
Join us as we talk about talking. Who do we talk to? What is the subject matter? Do we need to talk at all? Are awkward silences ok or even awkward at all and how do we address those who we disagree with?
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Episode 59 - Morality
This week, morality is the name of the game. But should it be? Or is that wrong, morally? Is it a question of being moral or immoral? Perhaps it's amoral. Who knows? Not Gill or Gilliver! Join us as we explore this week's topic. PLEASE NOTE - all new episodes will now be releasing every Friday....
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Episode 58 - Genesis
Ladies and gentlemen, we give you Genesis. No, not the Sega one. And not the band! It is the story that started it all... or is it? Join Richard and Laura as they discuss the first book of the Bible and one of many books of Jewish lore. Find all the different ways to listen to and connect with us...
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Episode 57 - Sin
What is sin anyway? And does it have anything at all to do with morality? Laura and Richard may not have any answers about sin, but they have a heck of a lot of questions...as well as a few opinions. Find all the different ways to listen to and connect with us at: *linktr.ee/skeptichangout* Find...
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Episode 56 - Health & Well-Being
What does it mean to be healthy? Is it fad diets and exercise programs? Or is it stress relief and not worrying about what you put in your body? Yoga? or Watching Yogi Bear? Is one person's "healthy" the same as another's? Join Richard Gilliver and Laura Magee as they toss around their thoughts…
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Episode 55 - Anthropology
If there is one thing that is exceptionally difficult yet fascinating to study, it is ourselves, the human being, the Homosapien. Join us as we discuss the field of Anthropology. Can we successfully study ourselves? Or do our biases get in the way? What is the difference between studying people…
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Episode 54 - Luck
What luck! This episode is all about the ways in which we attribute things, good and bad, to luck. You are so lucky to have come across this video. Give it a watch and you will have good luck for the rest of the day...or, with any luck, you will at least enjoy the next 43 minutes. Find all the...
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Episode 53 - Billionaire Philanthropy
Let's talk about rich people, their money, and the helping of others. We also get into charity organizations, ulterior motives, and the balance between helpful and harmful billionaire actions. Find all the different ways to listen to and connect with us at: *linktr.ee/skeptichangout* Check out…
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Episode 52 - PTSD
PTSD is a serious subject in the realm of mental health. Richard and Laura approach this subject carefully, but candidly. Join us as we delve into what PTSD is, why it's relevant to talk about, and how it impacts people even years later. Find all the different ways to listen to and connect with…
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Episode 51 - Society
Society... that vague yet starkly clear concept created by humans, utilized by civilizations, and informed by culture. Gilliver and Magee discuss the impact of societies throughout history on our modern concepts of what one is as well as the ways in which different societies interact and share...
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Episode 50 - Skeptic Hangout
That's right ladies and gents! We made it 50 whole episodes! Join us as we look back on the last 49 and discuss the history and the future of Skeptic Hangout. Find all the different ways to listen to and connect with us at: *linktr.ee/skeptichangout* Check out our individual YouTube channels…
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Episode 49 - Debate
Debates... Are they good? Bad? Neutral? In-betweensies? Richard opens with a very sharp question, followed by Laura's thought-provoking opening statements, a brilliant rebuttal on Richard's end, but an equally astute counter rebuttal by Laura. This episode is chalk full of...words...about…
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Episode 48 - Souls
If we're driving the car, what's driving us? Are we just animated meat sacks or is there more to us than meets the eye? Richard Gilliver, Laura Magee and guest host Teo el Ateo discuss a topic that is near and dear to many people's hearts...the soul. Do we have one? ****************Check out…
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Episode 47 - Denominations
Richard Gill, Laura Magee and guest host Teo el Ateo discuss denominations. This conversation takes a wild left turn into cults, which, you know, kinda makes sense when you think about it. **********************Check out Teo's content! ************************** Nuestra Experiencia Atea...
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Episode 46 - Indoctrination
Richard Gill, Laura Magee and guest host Kelley Laughlin discuss indoctrination. They cover topics including different types of indoctrination and ways in which they have been indoctrinated. While they only scratch the surface, they even touch on subjects like morality and social conditioning....
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Episode 45 - Rocks & Crystals
Richard Gill and Laura Magee are joined by Kelley Laughlin, rock and mineral extraordinaire! Want to know if crystals have healing powers or how those pesky little sea fossils made their way to the top of the mountain? Join us as we crack open the surface of all things rocks and crystals!...
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Happy New Year!
A short message from Gill on behalf of the other two too, wishing everyone a Happy New Year. And apologies for the late episode and lack of a proper one - regular programming shall resume next week!
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Episode 44 - Christmas
What do two skeptical atheists have to say about Christmas? Tune in to find out...you might be surprised! Find all the different ways to listen to and connect with us at: *linktr.ee/skeptichangout* Check out our individual YouTube channels below! Skeptic Takeout –...
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Episode 43 - Tradition
All of these questions have the SAME answer: Why do millions of people put lit-up trees in their living rooms each year and adorn it with shiny baubles? Why do some women chisel their teeth into sharp points? Why do people dress up in medieval costumes and toss flags around? What is it called…
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Episode 42 - Homeopathy
Want to know a little something about homeopathy? So do we! In this episode we go up, down, and sideways trying to figure it out. We may not have made much progress toward our knowledge in homeopathy, but we sure had a great conversation! Find all the different ways to listen to and connect with…
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Episode 41 - Big Bang
Join Richard, Richard, and Laura as we discuss the origins of everything, the thing that made nothing something (or so it is said), and what that means to us each, on a personal level. Find all the different ways to listen to and connect with us at: *linktr.ee/skeptichangout* Check out our...
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Episode 40 - Faith Healers
*puts her hand on your forehead and pushes forcefully shouting "you are HEALED* Do we think it really works? In this episode, we discuss various forms of faith healing, the dangers and implications, and its ties to other bad epistemologies. Find Josh's content at...
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Episode 39 - Angry Atheists
Ever wonder why atheists are so angry? And what are we angry about anyway?!? Join the Richard, Richard, Laura, and special guest Josh Etner from Bloody Good Film Podcast as we discuss the phenomenon known as the "angry atheist". Find Josh's content at...
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Episode 38 - Evolution
Join Richard, Richard, and Laura, three highly evolved (or so we think) primates, as we chit the chat about millions of years of things not dying until after they've reproduced. We also discuss "the missing link" and forms of social/cultural evolution. Find all the different ways to listen to and...
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Episode 37 - Ancient Aliens
Join Richard, Richard, and Laura as we discuss a modern-day theory of where the pyramids came from and what that little helecoptery-looking hieroglyph thing represents. Hint: this episode is all about the man, the myth, the guy with the crazy hair... and esstraterrrestrials!
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Episode 36 - Astronomy
In this episode we discuss Astronomy. We hit topics like the "horizon" (which one? To find out, you'll have to watch). the vastness of space, and how we are all tiny specs on a tiny spec in an obscure corner of one arm of a random galaxy among countless galaxies. "We live in a vast and awesome...
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Episode 35 - Astrology
This is the episode where we talk about one thing we know very little to nothing about: Astrology. That's right! The thing where you read in the paper about everything that is going to happen to you in the near future based on the alignment of the celestial bodies and (wait for it) your…
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This is Skeptic Hangout - a show, where we sit back, relax, and discuss some of humanity’s most controversial and intriguing concepts through the lens of skepticism.You can check out the show on your favourite platforms here: https://linktr.ee/SkepticHangout
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