Skepticism – You’re Doing It Wrong.

Are there people in your life whose skepticism switch seems to be jammed in reverse?
Take evolution, for example.  The evidence is nothing if not completely overwhelming.  We have libraries full of peer-reviewed scientific papers and museums full of a supporting fossil record.  The explanatory power of evolution – which, as a scientific theory, is its [...]

Rhinestone-encrusted unicorn cigarette lighter/tape recorders

Like any good Skeptic a large part of applying skepticism comes down to understanding to some extent human psychology. Understanding how people think or why they think the way they do can go along way to understanding someone else’s beliefs.
Any good Skeptic should also be fully prepared to turn their critical eye on themselves. Knowing [...]

Ruining Things for Everyone Else

The Measles

I’ve noticed lately that there has been a lot of chatter about the vaccination debate. Two of my favorite shows have taken on the challenge to raise awareness of the debate.
Last week, Private Practice had a plot line focused on the pediatrician whose patient contracted the measles in Switzerland and brought them back to [...]