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Skeptics with a K @skepticswithak.org · 6d

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Skeptics with a K @skepticswithak.org · 6d

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Skeptics with a K @skepticswithak.org · 6d

Skeptics with a K: Episode #434

Alice investigates new reports that long distance running is somehow associated with increased cancer risk. Meanwhile, the team has the latest news on the final QED.

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Episode #434 | Skeptics with a K | Merseyside Skeptics Society

Alice investigates new reports that long distance running is somehow associated with increased cancer risk. Meanwhile, the team has the latest news on the final QED.Online tickets for the fi...

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Nervardia has excellent 5G reception 💉💉💉💉💉 @nervardia.bsky.social · 9d

The latest Skeptics with a K podcast episode nails it on free speech and media framing. Bravo @mrmmarsh.bsky.social!

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Episode #433 | Skeptics with a K | Merseyside Skeptics Society

In the wake of the political violence in the USA, Marsh asks why the self-appointed defenders of 'free speech' are so selective about whose speech they defend.Online tickets for the ...

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Chris @reallychris.bsky.social · 10d

nearly caught up with @skepticswithak.org but thought i'd share this episode seeing as it's very relevant to apparently the only problem with the UK right now.

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Episode #432 | Skeptics with a K | Merseyside Skeptics Society

Mike looks at the 'small boat' crossings and what it means for the asylum system in the UK, before being accosted by an Australian man in Wales.Online tickets for the final QED are s...

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Skeptics with a K @skepticswithak.org · 13d

The link is to our Patreon version for now, as our website needs a bit of a tinker.

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Skeptics with a K @skepticswithak.org · 13d

Skeptics with a K Episode #433

In the wake of the political violence in the US, Marsh asks why the self-appointed defenders of 'free speech' are so selective about whose speech they defend, and why skeptics should care about this important cause.

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Skeptics with a K @skepticswithak.org · 20d

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Skeptics with a K @skepticswithak.org · 20d

You can sign up to the Skeptics with a K Patreon and support work of the hosts from as little as £1 per month, to get an ad-free version of the show.
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Skeptics with a K @skepticswithak.org · 20d

Skeptics with a K: Episode #432

Mike looks at the 'small boat' crossings and what it means for the asylum system in the UK, before being accosted by an Australian man in Wales.

www.merseysideskeptics.org.uk/podcasts/ske...

Episode #432 | Skeptics with a K | Merseyside Skeptics Society

Mike looks at the 'small boat' crossings and what it means for the asylum system in the UK, before being accosted by an Australian man in Wales.Online tickets for the final QED are s...

www.merseysideskeptics.org.uk

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Mike Hall @mikehall314.bsky.social · 21d

The Casa. Thursday night. 7.30pm. I will be giving a talk on Jack the Ripper and whether new evidence proves his identity. (Spoiler: the answer is not yes)

Free to attend, but voluntary donations welcome. www.merseysideskeptics.org.uk/talks/the-sh...

Be there! I will.

The Shawl of Suspicion: Why we still don’t know the identity of Jack the Ripper | Talks | Merseyside Skeptics Society

The Shawl of Suspicion: Why we still don’t know the identity of Jack the Ripper. Find us at The Casa, 29 Hope Street from Thursday, 18 September 2025 at 7:30 pm

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Skeptics with a K @skepticswithak.org · 27d

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Skeptics with a K @skepticswithak.org · 27d

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Skeptics with a K @skepticswithak.org · 27d

Skeptics with a K: Episode #431

Alice looks at the trendy new superfood and supplement "sea moss", which is claimed to have numerous (and nebulous) health benefits. Meanwhile, Marsh has to move a piano and Mike checks into a hotel.

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Episode #431 | Skeptics with a K | Merseyside Skeptics Society

Alice looks at the trendy new superfood and supplement "sea moss", which is claimed to have numerous (and nebulous) health benefits. Meanwhile, Marsh has to move a piano and Mike checks i...

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Chris @reallychris.bsky.social · Sep 9

making the most of it by catching up on @skepticswithak.org and i've been looking forward to this one for a while, since i have a lot of opinions, but i want to know wth i'm talking about. very good breakdown as always!

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Episode #422 | Skeptics with a K | Merseyside Skeptics Society

Alice looks at the science underpinning Ozempic and Wegovy, and the impact they have on society. Meanwhile, Mike goes to see Hamilton again. And again. And again.Online tickets for the final...

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Skeptics with a K @skepticswithak.org · Sep 4

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Skeptics with a K @skepticswithak.org · Sep 4

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Skeptics with a K @skepticswithak.org · Sep 4

Skeptics with a K: Episode #430

Marsh dives into Reddit ads and discovers a new product which claims to be a firewall for your brain. Meanwhile, Mike orders a Dirty Sprite and is disappointed with the results.

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Episode #430 | Skeptics with a K | Merseyside Skeptics Society

Marsh dives into Reddit ads and discovers a new product which claims to be a firewall for your brain. Meanwhile, Mike orders a Dirty Sprite and is disappointed with the results.Online ticket...

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QED @qedcon.org · Sep 3

With @funsizesuze.bsky.social, @sianushka.bsky.social @noahlugeons.bsky.social, @andrewcopson.bsky.social, @aliceemmalouise.bsky.social, @mikehall314.bsky.social, @stelzg.bsky.social, @luciaoc.bsky.social and @icysedgwick.bsky.social.

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QED @qedcon.org · Sep 3

Announcing... Suze Kundu, and panels on True Crime and Christian Nationalism

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Skeptics with a K @skepticswithak.org · Aug 28

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Skeptics with a K @skepticswithak.org · Aug 28

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Skeptics with a K @skepticswithak.org · Aug 28

Skeptics with a K: Episode #429

Mike reviews Ben Shapiro's review of the latest Superman film, and the team has updates for the upcoming QED event. Spoiler warning! There are a lot of spoilers for Superman in this episode.

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Episode #429 | Skeptics with a K | Merseyside Skeptics Society

Mike reviews Ben Shapiro's review of the latest Superman film, and the team has updates for the upcoming QED event. Spoiler warning! There are a lot of spoilers for Superman in this episode.</p...

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Michael Marshall @mrmmarsh.bsky.social · Aug 22

Here’s a chance to get a free trial subscription to our bonus shows and segments for Know Rogan. Sign up if you like the show. And if you’re already a patron, or just a fan of the show, share the below message so more people can find out about it!

The Know Rogan Experience Podcast @knowrogan.bsky.social · Aug 22

We’re giving away one free month of our Patreon. With the link you’ll unlock over six months of Off the Record segments from the podcast.

Claim it here: www.patreon.com/knowrogan/re...

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QED @qedcon.org · Aug 21

📣Announcing📣: Lucia Osborne-Crowley and Emma McLachlan join the QED 2025 line-up

At QED 2025, we’re delighted to announce two new additions to our main-stage line-up: award-winning writer and journalist Lucia Osborne-Crowley and bird of prey specialist Emma McLachlan.

qedcon.org/news/2025/lu...

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Graphic including a photograph of Emma McLachlan

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