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The Skeptic Podcast

The Skeptic
Conspiracy Theories
Pseudoscience
Covid-19
Climate Change
Vaccination
Skepticism
Merseyside Skeptic Society
Assisted Dying
Qanon
Ufos
David Icke
Alternative Medicine
Egg Donation
Sunscreen
Covid-19 Vaccine
Flat Earth Movement
Good Thinking Society
Illuminati
Great Replacement Theory
Conspiracy Theory

The official podcast of The Skeptic, the UK’s longest-running publication offering skeptical analysis of pseudoscience, conspiracy theory and claims of the paranormal.

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From the pages of The Skeptic magazine, this is The Skeptic podcast, bringing you the best of the magazine’s expert analysis of pseudoscience, conspiracy theory and claims of the paranormal since its relaunch as online news source in September 2020. ... more

From the pages of The Skeptic magazine, this is The Skeptic podcast, bringing you the best of the magazine’s expert analysis of pseudoscience, conspiracy theory and claims of the paranormal since its relaunch as online news source in September 2020. ... more

From the pages of The Skeptic magazine, this is The Skeptic podcast, bringing you the best of the magazine’s expert analysis of pseudoscience, conspiracy theory and claims of the paranormal since its relaunch as online news source in September 2020. more

From the pages of The Skeptic magazine, this is The Skeptic podcast, bringing you the best of the magazine’s expert analysis of pseudoscience, conspiracy theory and claims of the paranormal since its relaunch as online news source in September 2020. ... more

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Recent Guests

Natália Pasternak
Brazilian science writer and critic of unproven medical treatments
Institute/academic circles mentioned in episode
Episode: Episode #055
Wendy Grossman
Writer of the Wimbledon decibels article read on the show
Independent writer/public skepticism community
Episode: Episode #055
Natalia Pasternack
Microbiologist and science communicator
Instituto Castelo de Ciencias
Episode: Episode #042
Danny Chambers
Writer of the article on anti-vaxxers and alternative medicines in pets
The Skeptic
Episode: Episode #002
Jonathan Jarry
Writer of skeptical articles and critiques of common mantras
The Skeptic
Episode: Episode #002
Paul Duncan McGarrity
Author focusing on archaeology myths, particularly the Atacama mummy
The Skeptic
Episode: Episode #002

Host

Michael Marshall
Host and editor of the Skeptic-related publication series with extensive involvement in editorial, production, and hosting roles across related outlets.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#196
United Kingdom/Science
Apple Podcasts
#187
Australia/Science
Apple Podcasts
#90
Denmark/Science
Apple Podcasts
#114
South Africa/Science
Apple Podcasts
#141
Sweden/Science

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A long-running, editor-led program that curates skeptical reading material and commentary from Skeptic Magazine and related sources. Episodes blend host narration with reader-narrated passages to dissect topics such as conspiracy theories, misinformation, media influence, and critiques of contemporary political and cultural narratives. The show consistently foregrounds rigorous skeptical methodology, using archival pieces and article readings to illustrate how claims spread and how to evaluate evidence. Its strength lies in the disciplined, editorial approach: thorough context, historical background, and careful critique, often reading diverse authors to illuminate how skepticism applies across science, religion, and public discourse.

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1. Natália Pasternak
2. Wendy Grossman
3. Natalia Pasternack
4. Danny Chambers
5. Jonathan Jarry
6. Paul Duncan McGarrity

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