Token Skeptic Podcast
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Token Skeptic Podcast
Why do we believe weird things? What does feminine intuition really mean? How do you become an effective activist for science and reason? Are you ready for a monthly show that poses these questions and more? Tune into the Token Skeptic for a slightly more skeptical look at stories in the news, urba...
Recent Episodes
27 episodesToken Skeptic 235 - On Zealot: A Book About Cults
Why would anyone join a cult?
Maybe they're unhappy with their current religion, or they want to change the world, or they're disappoint...
Token Skeptic 234 - On Animals, Language, Koko and Wish Fulfilment
The idea that animals have the potential to talk is an alluring one; from the mathematical stunts of Clever Hans, to research on parrots, dolphins and...
Token Skeptic 233 - On Complementary Medicine Laws In Australia and Choice Campaign
Hundreds of bizarre health claims such as "tonifies kidney essence" and "opens body orifices" could appear on complementary medicine labels under new...
Token Skeptic 232 - On Mr Shaha’s Recipes for Wonder
Mr Shaha's Recipes for Wonder is a science book with a difference, written by Alom Shaha, illustrated by Emily Robertson and published by Scribble Kid...
Token Skeptic 231 - On The Woman Who Fooled The World
Belle Gibson convinced the world she had healed herself from terminal brain cancer with a healthy diet. She built a global business based upon her cla...
Token Skeptic 230 - How To Be Reasonable
How To Be Reasonable (By Someone Who Tried Everything Else) is a primer on critical thinking and an introduction to scientific skepticism that will em...
Token Skeptic 229 - Internet Tests, Manus Island And Podcast Trends
Free WIFI - two words that many people love to hear. But how many people read the terms and conditions before they connect to it?
Accessing wire...
Token Skeptic 228 - Australia Enters The Space Race (?) - Interview With Paul Willis
The recent news that Australia is getting its own Space Agency is one sure to affect the entire nation - but should we be so eager so fast?
The...
Token Skeptic 227 - On Wellmania: Misadventures in the Search for Wellness by Brigid Delaney
Cold-pressed juices, quitting sugar, Paleo, hot yoga, mindfulness … if you embrace these things you will be happy, you will be well – just ask Instagr...
Token Skeptic 226 - On My Dad Wrote a Porno - Interview With Jamie Morton
It started around a kitchen table, three friends reading out the erotic work of a retired dad – and now it's a podcasting sensation.
Jamie Mort...
Token Skeptic 225 - March For Science - Perth WA
The March For Science is an international phenomenon - a stand for solidarity, for education, for inclusivity and for diversity in the field and for t...
Token Skeptic Special Episode – The Perth Writers Festival Interviews
The Perth Writers Festival comes to town and it was a great chance to interview a range of talented authors taking part in the festivities.
My i...
Token Skeptic 224 - On How Safe are Herbal Medicines - Interview With Dr Garth Maker
How safe are herbal medicines?
In 2011, just over a billion dollars was spent on alternative medicines in Australia, many of which come with unp...
Token Skeptic 223 - Override: My Quest to go Beyond Brain Training and Take Control of my Mind
Can you really rewire an adult brain?
In theory the answer is 'yes', but there's a problem: no one seems to know exactly how to do it!<...
Token Skeptic 222 – On Homeopathy: The Undiluted Facts
Merry Christmas! One of the great things about the holiday break is the opportunity to get some reading done – and Edzard Ernst has a new book out thi...
Token Skeptic Special Episode - Cosmic Shambles Live
Essentially, the fact that every show is different (apart from host and the following guests you can see pictured above) means that you're not entirel...
Token Skeptic 221 - On No Alternative To Cancer Interview with Dr Paul Willis
Every year, thousands of Australians are suffering and dying prematurely because of alternative cancer treatments, according to a special investigatio...
Token Skeptic 220 - On Fair Game: The Untold Story of Scientology In Australia
As astonishing as it is compelling - is investigative journalism at its very best. From Rugby League players trying to improve their game, to Hollywo...
Token Skeptic 218 - On The Quest For Wonder
in association with the Science Museum are proud to announce a brand new six-part episode mini series, The Quest For Wonder, starring Professor Brian...
Token Skeptic 217 - On The Idiot Brain And The Elegant Universe
Welcome to Episode #217 of the Token Skeptic podcast!
Dr Dean Burnett is a neuroscientist working as a tutor and lecturer based at Cardiff Univ...
Token Skeptic 216 - On Health Supplements, Online Fraud And Bandicoots!
Welcome to episode #216 of the Token Skeptic podcast!
New data from national organ donation registries has revealed at least 6 people needed or...
Token Skeptic Special Episode - 2016 Perth Writers Festival
It's all happening in town at the moment - It's a yearly celebration of writing, literature, non-fiction and the authors and ideas behind the covers...
Token Skeptic #215 - On The ConspiraSea Cruise - Interview With Colin McRoberts
Episode #215 of the Token Skeptic goes out to sea - and back again!
It’s an experience that may not appeal to everyone – a seven-day cruise at...
Token Skeptic 214 - On CSIRO Cuts, 40 Days Of Love, And Magic At Perth's FringeWorld
Welcome to episode #214 of the Token Skeptic podcast!
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Leading scientists protested during a national conference this week to appea...
Token Skeptic 213 - On Science And Sci-Fi Drama and Arts Good For Health
Token Skeptic podcast's episode #213! Check out the Patreon at and from only $1, get behind the scenes news and more.
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Inside a c...
Token Skeptic 211 - On Welcome To Night Vale And Chinese Medicine Under The Microscope
Propelled by a massive fandom community online, podcast exploded into popularity almost overnight, launching to the top of the iTunes charts in 2013. ...
Token Skeptic 201 - On Pluto, Discovery Centre And The Podcast Science Vs
Welcome to episode #201 of Token Skeptic - and as always, if you'd like to support the show and future episodes, check out the Patreon page at patreon...