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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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Latest Episodes

Bijan Omrani on the Church of England’s woke turn and Britain’s Christian heritage, and Tilak Doshi on climate Lysenkoism.

In Episode 55 of the Sceptic, host Laurie Wastell speaks to Dr Bijan Omrani, who is an Oxford-educated barrister, has taught c... more

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Alexander Adams on dissident art, the tyranny of the Arts Council England and his new exhibition: Power and Intimacy.

In Episode 54 of the Sceptic, host Laurie Wastell speaks to Alexander Adams, artist and writer and the author of the pamphlet, Abol... more

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Tom Jones on Keir Starmer’s bizarre attempts to smear Reform as racist over its new immigration policy, Andrew Orlowski on the real problem with the Government’s Britcard digital ID scheme and Kathryn Porter on just how much Net Zero is costing us.

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David Goodhart on family policy, anywheres vs somewheres and migration, and Eugyppius on German media craziness and how he evades the woke Stasi.

In Episode 52 of the Sceptic, host Laurie Wastell speaks to the following guests:

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Recent Guests

Alexander Adams
Artist and writer, author of the pamphlet 'Abolish the Arts Council' and the book 'How to Start a Dissident Art Movement'.
Episode: How to Start a Dissident Art Movement | Alexander Adams – The Sceptic Ep.54
Tom Jones
A writer and Conservative councillor
Episode: Labour Goes Full BlueSky | Tom Jones – The Sceptic Ep.53
Andrew Orlowski
Business columnist at The Daily Telegraph
The Telegraph
Episode: Labour Goes Full BlueSky | Tom Jones – The Sceptic Ep.53
Kathryn Porter
Energy consultant and commentator, founder of WhatLogic
WhatLogic
Episode: Labour Goes Full BlueSky | Tom Jones – The Sceptic Ep.53
Ben Pile
Journalist and Daily Sceptic regular
Daily Sceptic
Episode: Charlie Kirk, Free Speech & “Anti-fascism” | Michael Murphy – The Sceptic Ep.51
Jordan Knight
Director of Migration Watch Australia
Migration Watch Australia
Episode: Australia’s Immigration Fightback | The Sceptic Ep.50
Jess Gill
Commentator and founder of the Women's Safety Initiative
Women's Safety Initiative
Episode: Australia’s Immigration Fightback | The Sceptic Ep.50
Dr. Tilak Doshi
The Daily Sceptic's energy editor
The Daily Sceptic
Episode: Australia’s Immigration Fightback | The Sceptic Ep.50
Ed West
Historian and author of The Wrong Side of History substack
Episode: The Persecution of Graham Linehan | Ed West The Sceptic Ep.49

Host

Laurie Wastell
Host and Associate Editor at The Daily Sceptic; known for engaging discussions on socio-political issues with a critical perspective.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 58 ratings
  • Fantastic podcast

    This is great as a counter point to the BBC the discussions and interviews of right of centre issues facing Great Britain is really interesting and the points well made!

    The presenter is articulate and very good!

    Highly recommend!

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    5
    Piggy412
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Bottom Feeder

    Michael Woolf is a bottom feeder who would sell his grandmother for a dollar and it was silly to get him on the programme

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Zimalu
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Southport arrest interview

    Wow! That was a very moving and upsetting interview! Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DianneRPW
    Canada10 months ago
  • Balanced…

    …fair, & intelligent. Reminds me what the Eco used to be!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yehgitz
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • A bit amateur

    Good podcast ruined by Will Jones ‘er’ and ‘erming’ his way through sections that should be half as long.

    Apple Podcasts
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    RCE76
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Talking Points

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Cancelled Climate Dissenter Professor Norman Fenton Speaks Out
Q: What was some of your first major interventions on COVID that attracted the most heat?
I pointed out the illusion of a massive second wave in COVID cases, which was based on inflated figures due to increased testing.
Cancelled Climate Dissenter Professor Norman Fenton Speaks Out
Q: Is there a particular training that you've had as a mathematician and computer scientist that has really informed your dissident and skeptical perspective?
Yes, my Bayesian approach encourages people to look beyond the basic statistics to identify causal explanations and biases in the raw data presented.
When a Pakistani Woman Condemned the Rape Gangs | Candid with Lubna The Sceptic Ep.47
Q: Was there something that you were talking about recently that made this perhaps kick up a gear that made you more concerned?
Lubna explains that speaking openly about grooming gangs and issues related to her background has led to intense backlash, resulting in her receiving death threats.
Muslim Officials are Influencing Migration Policy | The Sceptic Ep.44
Q: What should be done to ensure fairness in the asylum process?
There needs to be a systemic cleaning out and recognition of issues within the government organizations.
The Last Men – Dr Charles Cornish-Dale / Raw Egg Nationalist
Q: What are some ways we can address the toxicity of the modern world?
We can reduce our exposure to toxic chemicals and microplastics, even if we can't eliminate them entirely.

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Focusing on pressing and often contentious issues, this podcast offers in-depth discussions surrounding immigration policies, cultural identity, free speech, and socio-economic challenges in Britain and beyond. Notable themes include critiques of government policies, the intersection of criminal justice and societal norms, as well as explorations of historical and contemporary events that shape public opinion. The format combines interviews with industry experts, commentary from commentators with diverse perspectives, and analyses of recent political happenings, often highlighting under-represented viewpoints that challenge mainstream narratives. Overall, it presents a unique blend of critical commentary and investigative dialogue that is l... more

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