Not just another "skeptical" podcast, it's a show about critical thinking and evidence-based analysis, using science and critical thinking to examine the world around us, from the mysterious and paranormal to the mundane.
Squaring the Strange
Claim This Podcastby Ben Radford, Celestia Ward and Pascual Romero
4.8(26 reviews)
287 episodes
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Not just another "skeptical" podcast, it's a show about critical thinking and evidence-based analysis, using science and critical thinking to examine the world around us, from the mysterious and paranormal to the mundane.
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Publishing Since
4/13/2017
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Engagement95
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Recent Episodes
July 18, 2026
Episode 284 - Author Elizabeth Shreeve on Dinosaurs to Dragons
Host Ben Radford interviews author Elizabeth Shreeve about her book "Dinosaurs to Dragons," exploring how storytelling and critical thinking can illuminate science and folklore.
July 4, 2026
Episode 283 - A skeptical look at Americana
Host Ben Radford and co-host Celestia explore skeptical examinations of American symbols, traditions, and folk heroes, including the origins of the flag and the truth behind historical figures.
June 20, 2026
Episode 282 - CSI Con in Buffalo: 50 years of skepticism... plus a folklore con!
Host Ben Radford and guest explore the 50th anniversary of CSI Con and the International Society for Contemporary Legend Research, highlighting key takeaways from these influential skeptic and folklore conventions.
287 total episodes available with 11 transcripts
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