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Join Thomas for some critical thinking on questions of science, philosophy, skepticism and politics. These serious topics are discussed with some serious guests, but in an entertaining and engaging way! This is not your typical interview podcast; it’s a friendly dialogue, conducted thoughtfully and with plenty of humor. It's Serious Inquiries Only; but like, not boring or anything.

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Latest Episodes

Part 2 of my thoughts and observations based on all the info I could gather on Tyler Robinson. I think there's an aspect to him that isn't being emphasized enough that might help explain why he did what he did.

The public has gone through several phases of evolution on what the shooter's motive was. At first, it was assumed he was a leftwing terrorist. Then it seemed clear he was on the right. Or maybe nihilist. Then, the charging documents were released. T... more

Dr. Bryan Gillis is back after far too long! But instead of space, he's here to talk about the problems in academia that lead to women and minority groups being underrepresented at astonishing and depressing levels.

Dr. Jenessa Seymour joins to discuss why TikTok's move here is aligned with what we know about eating disorders from the literature, and what happens when the internet doesn't draw a line like this.

Are you an expert in something and want to be on ... more

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Recent Guests

Evan McDonnell
Nuclear engineer
Federal Government, Naval Nuclear Program
Episode: SIO487: How Close Is Iran Actually To Nuclear Weapons?
Dr. Jenessa Seymore
Returning guest known for her expertise in debunking statistical claims related to education and economics.
Episode: SIO486: Good News! According to The Economist, College Is Totally Affordable!
Dr. Nathan Thompson
Associate Professor of Anatomy at NYT College of Osteopathic Medicine, research focused on anatomical language in legislation.
NYT College of Osteopathic Medicine
Episode: SIO480: Abortion Legislation Gets Embryonic Terminology and Facts All Wrong
Dr. Rachel Feltman
Fourth-year medical student at New York Institute of Technology, matched into residency at Albany Medical Center in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
New York Institute of Technology
Episode: SIO480: Abortion Legislation Gets Embryonic Terminology and Facts All Wrong
Dr. Sharon Flicker
Clinical psychologist and professor at Sacramento State University, interested in research on love languages
Sacramento State University
Episode: SIO479: Does Speaking Your Partner's "Love Language" Foster a Happier Relationship?
Katherine Stewart
Author and journalist who wrote "Money, Lies, and God" and "The Power Worshippers".
Episode: SIO474: They've Been Telling Us They'd Do This for a Long Time. Many Just Weren't Listening
Dr. Jenessa Seymour
A science-minded person who works in voting rights and provides insights into polling and statistical analysis
Episode: SIO472: Anti-woke Crybabies Call ASL Interpreters Unnecessary. Here's the Fascinating Science Behind Why They Are Vital
Dr. Rick
Expert on health policies and public health
Episode: Trump's Health and Human Services Agency, with Dr. Rick Sullivan
Eric Jaffe
Dino enthusiast and expert in biology
Episode: SIO462: The Day the Dinos Died

Host

Thomas Smith
Host of discussions focusing on science, philosophy, and political issues, engaging guests in thought-provoking dialogues with a blend of humor.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Casino and debt consolidation and shitty counselling services ads mar great insightful discussions. Change your ad service.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Zerotan
    5 months ago
  • If you care about reality, listen to this podcast!

    Thomas has always delivered sharp thoughtful analysis but his latest batch of episode since the election has been on fire! If you recognize what’s happening in our government as the slow motion disaster it is, this is the podcast you need in your ears. If you think everything’s fine… Well, enjoy the view from under that rock.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    loving the podcast
    United States8 months ago
  • Love Thomas's take on science stuff.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Midwest Mom
    9 months ago
  • Great show

    Thomas is awesome

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IcenineCC
    United States9 months ago
  • Please stop talking about Trump

    I thought this podcast was for learning about jobs and cool sciency stuff. Why is it political now? Other podcasts from the same guy already do that. Why ruin this one??

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Talkahuano
    United States9 months ago

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The podcast excels at delivering thoughtful analysis of current events, making it a go-to for those who prioritize critical thinking.
Overall, the quality of guests and the depth of conversations are frequently praised.

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SIO490: The "Leaky Pipeline" of Academia
Q: Have you heard of the leaky pipeline problem?
No, but it seems to relate to the decreasing percentage of women and minorities as they progress through academia.
SIO484: Lawsuit Alleges Voting Irregularities in 2024. Is There Any There There?
Q: What is the central claim in the Rockland County lawsuit regarding the election?
The claim suggests that discrepancies in voting results indicate alterations to the voting process that need to be investigated through a manual hand recount.
SIO481: Ok What Was the Deal With the Direwolves
Q: How is CRISPR technology utilized in the de-extinction process of dire wolves?
CRISPR technology is used to modify the genome of a gray wolf by introducing specific mutations that reflect the traits of a dire wolf, essentially creating a wolf that has characteristics similar to the extinct species.
SIO478: This AI Is Not My Girlfriend, It's My... Social Agent...
Q: How do you want to look at AI going forward?
Julia mentions her fascination with LLMs and how they represent a significant development in technology that can offer insights into human cognition and language.
SIO478: This AI Is Not My Girlfriend, It's My... Social Agent...
Q: What should people look out for when encountering reporting or studies about AI?
People should be wary of the language and context used in AI studies, especially regarding whether complex tasks are being simplified to fit a model's strengths, and also watch for confirmation biases and benchmarking data that may be misleading.

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