Richard Saunders #24

September 11, 2009

Image from Mal Vickers

This episode was recorded when Science for the People was called Skeptically Speaking.

Richard Saunders, paranormal investigator and host of the Skeptic Zone podcast, will explain how we can properly use the scientific method to test psychic and supernatural claims, how to become a credible resource for mainstream news, and how to keep a straight face, even, and especially, when it's difficult. And on Speaking Up, Michael Kruse with the Darwin Lecture Series.

Guests:

  • Richard Saunders
  • Michael Kruse
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