SGU Episode 307

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SGU Episode 307
May 31st 2011
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SGU 306                      SGU 308
Skeptical Rogues
S: Steven Novella
B: Bob Novella
R: Rebecca Watson
J: Jay Novella
E: Evan Bernstein
Quote of the Week
'It is astonishing what force, purity, and wisdom it requires for a human being to keep clear of falsehoods.'
Margaret Fuller
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Introduction

You're listening to the Skeptics' Guide to the Universe, your escape to reality.

This Day in Skepticism ()

• June 4, 1783: The Montgolfier brothers publicly demonstrate their montgolfière (hot air balloon).

News Items ()

Predicting Earthquakes ()

• http://www.foxnews.com/scitech/2011/05/27/italian-scientist-charged-manslaughter-failing-predict-earthquake/

Mapping the Brain ()

• http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-13577120

Ads Implant False Memories ()

• http://www.wired.com/wiredscience/2011/05/ads-implant-false-memories/

Who's That Noisy ()

• Answer to last week:

Interview with Jamie Bernstein ()

• http://skepchick.org/2011/05/autism-one-conference-skeptics-will-be-prosecuted-to-the-fullest-extent-of-the-law/ http://scienceblogs.com/insolence/2011/05/expelled_2011_edition.php

Science or Fiction ()

Item #1: Scientists demonstrate that specially tinted glasses can reduce migraine headaches by reducing brain hyper-activation in response to certain visual patterns. Item #2: Biologists confirm a link between the retrovirus XMRV and chronic fatigue syndrome. Item #3: New research finds that biodegradable products may be worse for the environment than non-biodegradable alternatives.

Skeptical Quote of the Week ()

'It is astonishing what force, purity, and wisdom it requires for a human being to keep clear of falsehoods.' - Margaret Fuller

Announcements ()

• Skepchickcon: http://skepchick.org/skepchickcon-grassroots-workshop-sign-up/
• TAM Oz DVDs: http://www.skeptics.com.au/shop/merchandise/the-tam-australia-2010-dvd/
• SGU Dinner: TAM9 SGU Dinner moved to Friday 6-8pm

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