The Reality Check #199: Sunscreen Myths + $0.99 + 1 Phone Call

In the first post-Jon episode, Elan took a shot at hosting the show. First, Darren talked about sunscreen myths, then Adam discussed why prices often end in .99, and Elan closed out the show with the myth that when you get arrested you only get 1 phone call.


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The Reality Check 198: Marijuana and Cancer + Kobe Beef + Start a Skeptic Group

This is the final episode with Jon as a regular co-host. Adam looks into Tommy Chong’s claims that marijuana cures cancer. Elan discovers the shocking truth behind Kobe beef. Jon answers a listeners email about how to start a skeptics organization.

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The Reality Check #197: Male Lactation + Expanding Earth Theory + Vintage HD Movies

Darren finds out whether he could potentially offer up life nourishing milk himself. Jon looks into a pet theory promoted by a legendary comic book artist. Adam rants against a common misconception about HD movies.

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The Reality Check #196: Amelia Earhart + EA Cover Curse + Easter Island Bodies

Adam examines some recent evidence claiming that Amelia Earhart survived a plane crash and lived the rest of her years on a deserted island. Elan figures out what causes athletes to perform poorly in the season after they agree to appear on the cover of video games. Darren learns that the famous statues on Easter Island actually have bodies.

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The Reality Check #195: Epigenetics + Sanctuary + Kiddie Colours

Elan talks about the fascinating field of science called epigenetics, is there a force other than natural selection that can change your genes? Adam looks into whether people can actually claim sanctuary in a church. Darren examines the origins of the belief that “blue is for boys and pink is for girls”.

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The Reality Check #194: Slavery + Hollow Earth + Poppy Seeds

Darren explores the history of slavery, and it’s surprising prevalence in today’s world.  Jon digs into the topic of Hollow Earth Theory. Adam looks into whether or not you can fail a drug test by eating a poppy seed bagel.

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The Reality Check #193: Animal Pain + Energy Efficiency + Nicotine in Tim Hortons Coffee

Adam responds to a listener that wanted to know what sort of pain animals can experience. Darren talks about efficiencies, of the energy kind. Elan debunks the myth that Tim Hortons spikes their coffee with addictive chemical.

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The Reality Check #192: Geocentrism + Sky Mall Redux + Blackle

 Adam explores the world of modern geocentrism. Elan reads from a Sky Mall catalogue, again. Darren examines that claims behind blackle.com

 

 

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The Reality Check #191: Science Retractions + Expiry Dates + Oil Changes

Darren looks into the sticky issue of science paper retractions. Adam exposes the true nature behind the expiry and “best before” dates you see on food packaging. Elan dips into the myths and facts behind your car’s oil changes.

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The Reality Check #190: Internet Piracy + Weird Pepsi Ingredients + Blue Moon

 Adam examines the bold claims of the movie and music industry regarding online piracy. Elan debunks the outrageous claim that Pepsi uses human fetuses to add flavouring.  Darren figures out WTF a blue moon actually means.

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