SGU Episode 409
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| SGU Episode 409 |
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| 18th May 2013 |
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| Skeptical Rogues |
| S: Steven Novella |
B: Bob Novella |
R: Rebecca Watson |
J: Jay Novella |
E: Evan Bernstein |
| Guest |
HB: Heather Berlin |
| Quote of the Week |
Every kid starts out as a natural-born scientist, and then we beat it out of them. A few trickle through the system with their wonder and enthusiasm for science intact. |
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Introduction
You're listening to the Skeptics' Guide to the Universe, your escape to reality.
This Day in Skepticism ()
- May 18 1896: 1300 people were trampled to death at a celebration for Nicholas II when a rumor spread that there wasn't enough beer and pretzels for everyone.
News Items
Your Senses in Space ()
Talking Plants ()
Flowing Glass ()
- National Geographic: Fossil Amber Challenges Theories About Glass
Book Review: Ender's Game ()
Who's That Noisy? ()
- Answer to last week: Desert Rain Frog
Questions and Emails ()
Question #1: Water Heaters ()
- What is the proper temperature for a home water heater?
Question #2: Atacama Specimen ()
- We received many questions about the 6 inch alleged alien known as the Atacama Specimen.
Interview with Heather Berlin ()
Science or Fiction ()
Item #1: Corn and celery are both members of the Zea genus. Item #2: Cauliflower, mustard and turnip are all members of the same genus, Brassica. And item #3: Tomatoes and potatoes are both members of the same genus, Solanum.
Skeptical Quote of the Week ()
Every kid starts out as a natural-born scientist, and then we beat it out of them. A few trickle through the system with their wonder and enthusiasm for science intact.
Carl Sagan
Announcements ()
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