Fake Skeptics
I am a skeptic. I require proof. I believe extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence. That said, a skeptic must consider and analyze claims before dismissing or ridiculing them. In the early days of this podcast there were some episodes that did just that however the podcast has degenerated into a pair of pompous semi intellectuals who have listened to themselves way too much and believe that they have all of the answers. Listen to them for just a little while and I think you will quickly grow tired of the constant bashing of other peoples religion and other beliefs. (I am an atheist but I do not think attacking religion at every turn is the purpose of a "skeptic") Maybe a better name would be belief bashing-acality. I like this approach better, state the issue to be analyzed, present the claims made by it proponents, present the evidence for and against the validity of these claims, state your opinion, and let the listener take this information and formulate their own decisions.Read full review »
31415926535 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/22/08
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