Reviews
There is no one with a more condescending know it all attitude than Stephen Novella. Is there anything this guy doesn’t know? He constantly interrupts and corrects the other co-hosts. What are they there for? Novella is the guy behind science based medicine who stifled the views of one of its...Read full review »
MarkChicagoIL via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/17/24
Show used to be great. Lately I notice more and more they assumptions and generalizations with no real data, they just say “most people” do this or that. Cara constantly interrupts and interjects as if she knows something that nobody else does, she is often wrong. I often fast forward through her...Read full review »
notAlB via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/05/24
My favourite thing to listen to whilst working in the lab. This podcast has really helped me to think critically about the world around me. Couldn’t recommend more!
megan48262848492717 via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 02/19/24
I learn something interesting each and every week. They do a great job breaking apart complex topics and it is clear how much they like working together.
Mshade88 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/17/24
Have been listening to you for more then 10 years now, great show, hello from Ukraine :)
tarasTD via Apple Podcasts · Ukraine · 02/17/24
I’ve been listening to all genres of podcasts for about a decade. And the one constant throughout is that this is the one podcast I make sure not to skip each week. I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve turned around on an issue, not because they said so, but because of critical thinking and...Read full review »
JJJJJJJJ2727 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/13/24
Some discussions are really good. But, there are topics where the gang is too much uncritical. All things concerning Space exploration are presented in a quite one sited way. Cara Santa Maria is in my view the best science communicator in the group. The guys can be annoying when it comes to their...Read full review »
gauchinho via Apple Podcasts · Germany · 02/11/24
This podcast is always there on time since the beginning of podcast time almost. Does what it says on tin and some.
Green_Hat via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 02/11/24
Critical thinking and science are becoming a lost art in our society. I wish every kid in school was exposed to these concepts. It's not too late to educate yourself. This podcast is very entertaining and thought provoking. The hosts should have their own tv show on PBS as far as I'm...Read full review »
CC_moose via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/10/24
The women is so annoying and condescending, it would be a great podcast if she was replaced. 0/5 with her 5/5 without her
Foon fan via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 02/07/24
Hands down my favorite podcast of all time. I can’t wait until a new episode is released every Saturday.
jim99765 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/07/24
Look forward the skeptics podcast every week. Become part of my weekend routine.
Drjosh3040 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/03/24
I listen to the show for half a decade and, except news, this is the podcast I listen most to. It is up to date, covers a broad topic and has a lovely team. As a non native English speaker, I love the clear language which makes it easy to understand. Truly love it. Please do it forever. Find a...Read full review »
Georgettes Last Name via Apple Podcasts · Germany · 02/02/24
this is an absolutely fantastic podcast. It is the one podcast. I’m looking for every week. it is not only incredibly informative, but also very fun to listen to. Altogether, I simply love this show and the people producing it.
dtr0 via Apple Podcasts · Austria · 01/31/24
I’ve been listening for years now and consider this podcast one of my absolute faves—SGU is presented by excellent science communicators who , whether they do a deep dive into a subject or give it a “once-over”, always have me thinking and questioning. And I feel like I know them, because they...Read full review »
purdyhedgehog via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 01/29/24
A friend of mine told me about your podcast a couple of weeks ago and despite being kind of a podcast junkie, you guys immediately leapt to the top of my list, and I subscribed on Patreon! You’ll find me on there as Jen, accredited sorceress of ChatGPT - And I was actually pretty tickled that...Read full review »
alpacafarmdominga via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/21/24
I love the Science or Fiction segment. It is still the best science quiz on the web. I also love Cara except that she is cultivating an annoying vocal fry. I sure hope it is a phase that will go away.
Factory Rat via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/14/24
Fantastic show, anyone with an interest in REAL and FACTUAL science, medicine and technology will love this show. Don’t leave a bad review because your personal opinions and beliefs don’t intersect with reality, people.
LiQuiD 0v3rkiLL via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/01/24
​skittishly insulated. will never have on any guests that disagree in the least - not meaning cranks but even any credentialed person that dares see things differently. Steve Novella holds court and the others sycophantically cheer him on. try Michael Shermer's science podcast instead - he...Read full review »
Ryfj via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/31/23
I can learn without reading. Who’d of thought. I look forward every week to listen
@Marinachef via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/24/23
I stumbled upon The Skeptic's Guide to the Universe back in 2008, and let me tell you, it was like finding a treasure chest filled with critical thinking gems! If you're tired of pseudoscience, alien abductions, and Bigfoot sightings (spoiler: it's probably just your neighbor in a...Read full review »
docpaul_uk via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 12/20/23
My way of thinking, my science knowledge, my way of speaking and forming sentences, everything in my life is based on this podcast. Haven't missed a single weekly episode, not me, and not them! Since they began I think 20 years ago! Please keep on the good work that you do!Read full review »
Tel-Avivi via Apple Podcasts · Israel · 12/16/23
Love it. Have listened to every episode for years.
rozmit via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/07/23
an always interesting show which is erudite and comprehensible. I unreservedly recommend it to anyone with an interest in science and skepticism.
the borg collective via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 12/03/23
If there is ever a movie or series on the rogues lives, id really like to see Ray Romano be cast as Bob. Anyone else got casting ideas for the Skeptics Guide?
Bluecanary84 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/04/23
I've been listening for years now, and have enjoyed every time. Great set of hosts and topicsRead full review »
DominicCG via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/03/23
Highly recommended for anyone interested in critical thinking!
Hairy Potter 2010 via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 10/26/23
Thanks for continually creating interesting episodes.
Panelmember via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/22/23
Hey, devout SGU listener. Here in SF we take driverless cars all the time. They are everywhere. Great deal but sometimes they take a weird route. For example they could go straight up 7th ave to get you to your destination but they do a couple of unnecessary turns and circle a block. You get...Read full review »
GoldilocksSF via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/21/23
Very informative and interesting. I have never missed listening to a single episode for the past 8 years. Thank you for promoting critical and scientific thinking .
sunita from oz via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 10/10/23
I’ve listened to SGU every week for over 15 years. I dont always agree with the hosts, but I always learn something. They are the way I choose to stay aware of science news in this busy life without enough free time.
Ben Honey via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/06/23
Skeptics Guide is THE best science podcast out there. I recommend everyone I know should check it out to learn how to think and protect yourself from scams and pseudoscience. 👍
Godders69 via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 10/02/23
I can’t say enough good things about this podcast. As an ex-science teacher, the topics they cover and the way they cover them brings me joy. Everyone on the show is brilliant in their own way. Steve though…dude knows so much! Should be required listening for all late teens / young adults so...Read full review »
reason ranter via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/28/23
Science and pseudo science news, analysed in a cool and fun way.
Boudicca’s grandad via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 09/28/23
The SGU has been a fixture in my feed since I first started listening to podcasts. Their depths of knowledge, insight, and humor shine through to create not only an informative listen, but an enjoyable one, as well.
theburgerboy11 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/27/23
Excellent
Maxjammer via Apple Podcasts · Sweden · 09/27/23
I totally dig the weekly dose of skeptical news and science journalism.
RobinSAR41 via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 09/27/23
The golden source of critical thinking, makes the process of thinking useful and actionable.
Yaroni via Apple Podcasts · Israel · 09/25/23
I’ve been listening for 10 years. It’s my favourite weekly show. It’s always fun, keep me up to date, engaged and interested in science. Thank you guys for all the hard work!
Agustincarvajal via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/24/23
Of all the many podcasts I've listened to this is by far the best. Entertaining, educational, accurate. I know I can trust any information I hear here. Rare these days!Read full review »
Susiespitz via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/24/23
This is the first podcast I’ve ever listened to on a regular basis. It never feels like I’m listening to a performance, which makes for an honest experience. I found out about the podcast after listening to The Skeptics’ Guide to the Universe audiobook, and I’ve been slightly obsessed with...Read full review »
Fjgfhgfghggfdg via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/24/23
My absolute favourite podcast. Great hosts lead by the brilliance of Cara and Steve.
FraggleZombie via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 09/24/23
The more I listen the more I appreciate and enjoy this program and all the regular contributors. Often entertaining, frequently informative and always professional and respectful of each other and their audience. Thank you all for your investment of time and thought spent creating a superb weekly...Read full review »
Carole in Richmond Hill via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 09/23/23
I really love this show. Very interesting topics and fun chemistry between the hosts.
rd822821 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/19/23
Great podcast, with great topics and discussions. Would like to hear more about key global science-related news. Keep up the good work
Bhavin2116 via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 09/04/23
Love these guys and this show. I’ve learned so much. Not just facts and science news but how to think more effectively about the information I receive.
Ausie Dave via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 09/03/23
Great show, one of my absolute favorites. Keeps me up-to-date with science news and thoroughly entertained!
flickhuck via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/01/23
A great resource.
WHTRZ via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 09/01/23
I used to love this podcast. Ever since they got their new host Kara Santa Morina (however you spell all that) it’s become an anti-Trump liberal California podcast. Can’t we just talk science and not politics? She’s not really the host but she might as well be. Steve barely gets a word in and she...Read full review »
Jimi 1 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/30/23
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