Skeptics Guide #933

The Skeptic’s Guide to the Universe Skepticast #933 May 20th 2023 Segment #1. Quickie with Cara New York is Sinking https://www.sciencealert.com/new-york-city-could-be-sinking-under-the-weight-of-its-skyscrapers Segment #2. News Items News Item #1 – What About Second Breakfast https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2023/03/14/sleep-cereal-sweet-dreams-nighttime-eating/ News Item #2 – Artemis Update https://gizmodo.com/nasa-artemis-crew-begin-training-upcoming-moon-mission-1850450534 News Item#3 – Making Fuel from Sunlight https://theness.com/neurologicablog/index.php/making-fuel-from-sunshine/ News Item #4 – Most Dangerous Toy https://www.antiquetrader.com/collectibles/most-dangerous-toy-ever News Item #5 – The Science of Reading https://www.schoollibraryjournal.com/story/Love-It-or-Hate-It-the-Science-of-Reading-Curriculum-Gains-Traction-in-Schools News Item #6 – What’s Driving Evolution https://www.sciencealert.com/giant-study-identifies-dominant-force-driving-evolution-on-earth-today Segment #3. Jay’s AI Thing Segment #4. Science or Fiction Each week our host will come up with three science news items or facts, two genuine, one fictitious. He will challenge our panel of skeptics to sniff out the fake – and you can play along. Theme: Scientific Disciplines #1) Bromhidrology – the study of body odors, their causes, medical and social effects. #2) Molinology – the study of mills and other similar devices that use energy for mechanical purposes. #3) Deltiology – the study and collection of postcards. #4) Agnoiology – the study of ignorance. Segment #5. Skeptical Quote of the Week “Cultivate the habit of being grateful for every good thing that comes to you, and to give thanks continuously. And because all things have contributed to your advancement, you should include all things in your gratitude.” —Ralph Waldo Emerson


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