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Category Archives: The Reality Check Episodes
TRC #222: The Simulation Argument + Breaking Bad SFoSF + Subliminal Advertising + Law of Averages
Episode 222 is not your typical TRC episode in that it was recorded live in front of the attendees of Eschaton 2012 in Ottawa. It is typical however in that it brings the skepticism big time. Darren “likely not the … Continue reading
TRC #221: Cell Phones and Driving + Cycling Helmets and Risk + Copyright, Privacy and Facebook
The gang is joined by a very special guest; Jim Davies, Professor of Cognitive Science at Carleton University. First Adam Gardner discusses the dangers of cell phones and driving. Jim then fills us in on some surprising information regarding … Continue reading
TRC 220: Plant Perception + Name That… + Tick Bites Leading to Red Meat Allergies
Another solid episode churned out by the skeptical podcast factory otherwise known as “The Reality Check”. After an awesome (and somewhat NSFW) parody by Pat “ODB” Roach, the show is lead off by Elan “don’t call me borophyll” Dubrofsky presenting … Continue reading
TRC 219: Can Men and Women be Friends + Foods With Animals + Van Halen M&Ms
They’ve done it again! The Reality Check episode 219 may just be the best episode yet. Darren leads off the show by exploring some recent research into whether men and woman can be platonic friends. Adam then provides a thorough … Continue reading
TRC 218: Price Gouging + Intentionally Deceptive Reporting + Does Captain Go Down With the Ship
Episode 218 is a gem that will likley never be forgotten by avid TRC fans. The episode begins with an amazing skeptical parody by Pat of a song that is apparently kind of popular on the internet. This is followed … Continue reading
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TRC 217: Social Media and Isolation + Monsanto + Castoreum
In an episode released the same week as The Reality Check’s one millionth download, the gang does not disappoint with three thought provoking segments. Elan D. leads things off with a look into whether social media has lead to increased social … Continue reading
TRC #216- Ghosts + Halloween SFoSF + Cloud Computing and Bad Weather
It’s a Halloween themed episode of The Reality Check! After an epic intro parody, Darren starts the show off with a segment about ghosts. This is followed by an intense game of Science Fact or Science Fiction, Halloween edition, hosted … Continue reading
TRC #215- Schrodingers Cat + Secret Shoppers + Furbies Are Spies
Darren McKee takes a peek inside the box to check on Schrödinger’s cat, Elan Dubrofsky checks the price tag on secret shoppers, Adam Gardner goes undercover to talk about Furby spies and Pat Roach sings the praises of 100 parodies. … Continue reading
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TRC #214: Tattoo Removal + Eidetic Memory + All You Can Eat Buffet Strategies
Pat Roach injects us with some facts about tattoos and tattoo removals, Adam Gardner gives us a snapshot of what eidetic memory is and Elan Dubrofsky fills us up with some strategies for eating at buffets. http://traffic.libsyn.com/therealitycheck/TRC_214_09-10-2012.mp3 Download direct: mp3 … Continue reading
TRC #213: Sexism in Science + Blowing in Nintendo Cartridges + Do Canadians Say Zed
Darren McKee discusses sexism in science, Elan Dubrofsky asks whether blowing into Nintendo cartridges was an effective way to get games to work and Adam Gardner ponders whether Canadians say “zed” or “zee.” http://traffic.libsyn.com/therealitycheck/TRC_213__02-10-1012.mp3 Download direct: mp3 file If you … Continue reading
