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For the first episode back after QED, Alice talks about the effects of self-talk and Mike investigates claims made by the author of a new book on the 'Nocebo Effect'. Meanwhile, Mike visits HMP Dorchester with Emma.
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.
Marsh is joined by functional medicine doctor Nyjon Eccles to talk about the controversial thermographic cancer screening scans, and why he feels cancer patients would benefit from a functional medicine approach of nutritional support.
A recently rescued penguin in Rio de Janeiro is being treated with acupuncture, cannabinoids and music therapy - despite a total lack of evidence
The post Animals, acupuncture and alt-med: the Brazilian penguin being subjected to Enya appeared first on The Skeptic.
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