Category Archives: The Reality Check Episodes

What impact do digital devices like laptops, tablets and smart phones, both inside and outside of the classroom, have on childrens’ ability to learn? Adam questions the assumption that these devices are always positive, and examines the research on the … Continue reading →

There has been a lot of news lately about Moltbook AI, a platform where Artificial Intelligence agents are interacting with each other in great numbers. Darren separates fact from fiction as he explores many fascets of this emerging technology and … Continue reading →

This week’s show is all about the law. Growing up our parents told us all kinds of things were illegal, such as driving with the dome light on in the car, riding in the back of a pickup truck, skipping … Continue reading →

After decades of doing the podcast we have finally gotten around to recording an episode entirely dedicated to orange cats. Darren examines just what’s going on with orange cats acting weird on the Internet and in real life. Is Orange … Continue reading →

For our first show of 2026 Adam looks at the efficacy of Infant Simulator Programs, which involves giving a fake baby to high school kids to discourage teen pregnancy. Darren gives us a review of three books, “The Thinking Machine: … Continue reading →

As Christmas approaches we bring you the history of two popular decorations you might see this holiday season. Darren looks at the history of the mistletoe as a decoration, symbol of fertility and God killer. Adam looks at the first … Continue reading →

With AI safety still underrated yet imperative, in this bonus episode of the show we share the Introduction to “Uncontrollable: The Threat of Artificial Superintelligence and the Race to Save the World” by Darren McKee. Download direct: mp3 file http://traffic.libsyn.com/therealitycheck/TRC_723.mp3

Today, December 2nd, is Giving Tuesday. Darren gives an overview of the concept of Effective Giving, with some tips on how your charitable donations could lead to the most good in line with your own priorities. Adam tackles a few … Continue reading →

Two years ago we interviewed Yoshua Bengio, the prominent AI researcher, about his long career in AI where he helped build the foundations for the tools millions use around the world every day. We discussed the future of AI systems, … Continue reading →

We’ve got two special guests on the latest show! TRC alumni Pat and Cristina join us with a couple of great segments. First Critina tackles a number of myths about diabetes, including her own recent serious experience with DKA or … Continue reading →