We’re just two weeks away from our LA shows! There are still a few tickets left for our Super Uniquely Secret (Except Everyone Knows) 5G Exceptionally Special Event. Grab yours before they sell out at theskepticsguide.org/events

Thanks to everyone who came out to see us at CSICon! We had a great time meeting you all!

Thanks for a great weekend Wisconsin!

Back-to-back SGU on God Awful Movies! Find out why Cara was facepalming 5 minutes into the live show or why Jay knows so much about dogs getting hit by cars. Cara's episode: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/m... Jay's episode: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t... @piatpod.bsky.social

New video from Andrea and Steve on the Political Reality youtube www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ki8r...

Check out Political Reality, Steve and Andrea's new podcast where they turn a skeptical eye to political headlines. This week's episode covers the SAVE Act, voter ID laws, and voter turnout in the US. youtu.be/CuqZP3FFNFY?...

After Jay's daughter was told by her science teacher that we didn't land astronauts on the moon, Steve gave us a quick refresher on debunking moon landing myths. theness.com/neurologicab...

Thank you Seattle! We had a great time and hope you all did too!

In our world of “alternative facts” and “fake news,” it often seems like we’re living in a different reality than those we disagree with. Andrea and Steve are determined to get to the bottom of it in their new show, Political Reality, where they turn their skepticism to the political arena.

Happy New Year! Time to make your “psychic” predictions for 2026. See if you can beat the rogues on our upcoming prediction episode. Don’t forget to check last year’s post to see how you did!

Time to reflect on your 2025 predictions! How did you do? Stay tuned tomorrow to share your predictions for 2026

You don’t need to have your blood taken out and oxygenated, but the wellness industry is still trying to sell “Extracorporeal Blood Oxygenation and Ozonation” to increase longevity. sciencebasedmedicine.org/extracorpore...

Science or Fiction time! Guess the fiction from 2008 by liking the post in this thread with your answer choice:

Today’s Science or Fiction throwback is from 2012 and we have a theme – etymology. Guess which is the fictional word origin by liking the post in this thread with your answer choice! #scienceorfiction

This Thanksgiving, we want to thank everyone who has supported us over 20 years of podcasting and everyone who has joined us in our mission to promote science, skepticism, and critical thinking. We couldn't do this without you!

Science or Fiction time! Guess the fiction from 2015 by liking the post in this thread with your answer choice.

Happy Halloween from the SGU! 💀🎃👻

Science or Fiction time! Guess the fiction from 2010 by liking your answer choice in this thread:

Science or Fiction time! Guess the fiction from 2009 by liking your answer choice in this thread

Today’s Science or Fiction throwback is from 2013. Guess which is the fiction by liking your answer choice in this thread #scienceorfiction

Science or Fiction time! Guess the fiction from 2010 by liking your answer choice in this thread

Science or Fiction time! Guess the fiction from 2015 by liking your answer choice in this thread:

Science or Fiction time! Guess the fiction from 2009 by liking the post in this thread with your answer choice.

Science or Fiction time! Guess the fiction from 2013 by liking the post in this thread with your answer choice:

No, oregano oil is no the solution to all of your problems... sciencebasedmedicine.org/oregano-snak...

We're going to Kansas! If you'll be near Lawrence Kansas on September 20th, come see us! We have a private show at noon and a Skeptical Extravaganza in the evening. Join us for a night of games, music, and critical thinking! theskepticsguide.org/events

Science or Fiction time! Guess the fiction from 2016 by liking the post in this thread with your answer choice:

Science or fiction time! Guess the fiction by liking them post in this thread with your answer choice:

We're not streaming today, but you can still watch our stream of Boomer vs. Zoomer from Not-A-Con last weekend! Find out who stormed off the stage, why Ian handed out a giant watermelon coin, and which quizmasters have mastered childhood games! www.youtube.com/live/QbHl8LO...

It's time for our generational quiz show, Boomer vs. Zoomer! We're streaming the show live! Play along: YouTube.com/theskepticsguide/live

Skepticism is hard work, with all those pesky "facts" and "data." Maybe some of our attendees can talk us out of it in our new Not A Con segment: Pitching Woo!

Not A Con 2025 has begun!

It's Not A Con week! Last chance to get tickets before the festivities kick off. Full passes and single day tickets are available at NotAConCon.com

NOTACON IS COMING! We're starting the celebrations today with a pre-con livestream with some special guests! Join us at 5pm EDT/9pm UTC www.youtube.com/@TheSkeptics...

In honor of our 20th anniversary, we’re going back to 2005 for this week’s Science or Fiction. Guess the fiction by liking the post in this thread with your answer choice:

Cheers to 20 years! Today marks the 20th anniversary of The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe! Special thanks to all of the amazing fans and collaborators who have helped keep us going for two decades!

Science or Fiction time, with a theme - big numbers! Guess the fiction from 2010 by liking the post in this thread with your answer choice.

Scientists have found dimethyl sulfide on an exoplanet - a chemical that is only produced by living organisms on Earth. The discovery has the potential to be the first evidence of life beyond Earth, but it's too soon to draw conclusions. theness.com/neurologicab...

We're in an exciting era of research on brain structure and function. Steve details the latest step on the path to mapping the brain. sciencebasedmedicine.org/mapping-the-...

We’re just one month away from Not A Con 2025! Come join us in New York for a weekend of skepticism, music, and shenanigans! Get your tickets now at NotAConCon.com

Burying power lines isn't just for aesthetics - it can save money and reduce power outages. theness.com/neurologicab...

Science or Fiction time! Guess the fiction from 2008 by liking the post in this thread with your answer choice.

Science or Fiction time! Guess is the fiction from 2011 by liking the post in this thread with your answer choice:

Science or Fiction time! Guess the fiction from 2016 by liking the post in this thread with your answer choice

Enjoy our interview with @mrmmarsh.bsky.social and Cecil Cicirello? Want to prepare yourself to counter claims from the Rogan lovers in your life? Check out The Know Rogan Experience at www.knowrogan.com @knowrogan.bsky.social

We're going to Kansas! Tickets go on sale tomorrow morning at 10 am for our Skeptical Extravaganza on Saturday, September 20th. Get your tickets at www.ticketmaster.com/event/060062...

Science or Fiction time! Guess the fiction from 2017 by liking the post in this thread with your answer choice:

Science or Fiction time! Guess the fiction from 2013 by liking the post in this thread with your answer choice.

Science or Fiction time! Guess the fiction from 2011 by liking the post in this thread with your answer choice:

Science or Fiction time! Guess the fiction from 2016 by liking the post in this thread with your answer choice: