The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe is a weekly science podcast discussing the latest science news, critical thinking, bad science, conspiracies and controversies. -The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe: Your escape to reality - Produced by SGU Productions, LLC: https://www.theskepticsguide.org
The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe
Claim This Podcastby Dr. Steven Novella
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The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe is a weekly science podcast discussing the latest science news, critical thinking, bad science, conspiracies and controversies. -The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe: Your escape to reality - Produced by SGU Productions, LLC: https://www.theskepticsguide.org
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Recent Episodes
May 30, 2026
The Skeptics Guide #1090 - May 30 2026
Host Steven Novella and guest Emily Carter explore the science behind flushing toilets, autism clinics, climate data, bird behavior, and the latest Ebola outbreak.
May 23, 2026
The Skeptics Guide #1089 - May 23 2026
Host Steven Novella and guests explore the science behind sleep and aging, mental number maps, digital privacy, and AI's role in research.
May 16, 2026
The Skeptics Guide #1088 - May 16 2026
Hosts Jay Novella and Evan Bernstein explore the interstitium, climate change, Neanderthal dentistry, tiny robots, and AI consciousness in this interview episode.
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