Society

When skepticism collides with human experience. The societal implications of scientific skepticism.

Conspiracy Theories

Plagues and plots: throughout history, epidemics and conspiracy theories have gone hand-in-hand

Deborah Hyde -
From the anti-Semitic Flagellants of the Black Death to modern day 5G-hating COVID deniers, epidemics have always driven conspiracy theories.
Skepticism

How to start having better arguments, according to the evidence

Mark Horne -
What does the evidence tell us about how to engage with people we disagree with? Mark Horne and artist Matt Kemp find out.
Politics

Brazil’s government throw their weight behind Creationism and Intelligent Design

Natália Pasternak -
Driven by the Discovery Institute, Creationism and Intelligent Design have been gaining ground in Brazil, and finding support in government.
Ghosts

Ghosts, curses and werewolves: archaeologists see human belief up close

Paul Duncan McGarrity -
Dealing with human remains teaches us we don't have to share somebody's belief to respect them - as long as those beliefs aren't causing harm
Nutrition

How to Cook That, with Ann Reardon: cooking tutorials with baked-in skepticism

Mark Horne -
Ann Reardon's uber-successful cookery YouTube channel smuggles in good, solid skepticism among the Spongebob Squarepants cakes
History

The witch’s itch: possible explanations for the symptoms of the Salem ‘victims’

Ara Eagan -
While much has been written about those accused of witchcraft in Salem, a modern understanding of psychology can shed light on the reports of their alleged 'victims'
History

By invoking ‘Spirit of the Blitz’ nostalgia, we do a disservice to what was achieved on the home front

Victoria Stiles -
Rose-tinted references to the 'Spirit of the Blitz' miss the real story of deep inequality, and of progress built through campaigning and protesting
Skepticism

Farewell, James Randi: The Skeptic remembers an icon of critical thinking

Michael Marshall -
In celebration of the career of James Randi, The Skeptic's editors and supporters share their memories of the quintessential skeptical icon.
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