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Episode #478

Skeptics with a K Alice talks about open research and research integrity, in light of allegations of plagiarism made against a Cambridge professor. Meanwhile, the team goes to see Spider-Man.

Episode #077

The Skeptic Podcast 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. Featuring articles from Claire George, Abi Kennedy, Aaron Rabinowitz, and Sean Slater.

Episode #054 - Live from QED 2023

InKredulous Episode 54 of our satirical, skeptical comedy podcast recorded live at QED 2023. Appearing alongside host Andy Wilson are Jordan Holmes, Cara Santa Maria, and Michael Marshall.

The Skeptic

The online debate about halal and kosher meat uses animal welfare as a political weapon
By Robyn Lowe,

Social media debates that use concerns over halal and kosher practices as a proxy for prejudice do nothing to further the cause of animal welfare.

The post The online debate about halal and kosher meat uses animal welfare as a political weapon appeared first on The Skeptic.

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