http://play.callisto.fm/podcasts/in/Rational-Alchemy-Podcasts/by/Nigel_Aves/sort-published/up/ The latest ten episodes in Rational Alchemy Podcasts 60 Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:23:43 EST en-us http://play.callisto.fm/podcasts/by/Nigel_Aves/in/Rational-Alchemy-Podcasts/episode/Joe-Nickell/ I was very pleased to be joined by Joel Guttormson, president of the Metro State Atheists in interviewing Joe Nickell! Joe Nickell is a renowned paranormal investigator, author, and senior Research Fellow for the Center For Inquiry. He joined us in studio early (you can tell how early by the state of my voice) Thursday morning to discuss paranormal investigation, the traps that skeptics fall into, the Shroud of Turin, and much more.   I'd also like to thank Sara Diaz, President of University of Colorado Denver Atheists for organizing Joe Nickell's speaking appearances at Colorado State University and Metro State College, without which this interview would not have been possible.   And on a personal note: I just interviewed Joe NIckell! This was very difficult for me, the only thing running through my head during this was, "Holy crap, that's Joe Nickell!", which made it very hard to concentrate! He's been interviewed by Oprah, Larry King, Maury Povich, and now, in what he will no doubt consider the pinnacle of his long and distinguished career, me. Joe, thanks so much for being on the show. It was a genuine thrill.   *** In the podcast i incorrectly referred to Sara Diaz as a member of Metro State Atheists. Sara is actually President of University of Colorado Denver Atheists. My apologies.   {downloader mode="level" level="public" file="joe_nickell.mp3"}   Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:23:43 EST http://play.callisto.fm/podcasts/by/Nigel_Aves/in/Rational-Alchemy-Podcasts/episode/Joe-Nickell/ http://play.callisto.fm/podcasts/by/Nigel_Aves/in/Rational-Alchemy-Podcasts/episode/Rational-Alchemy-12122009/ Today we present some excellent audio that Jeff Wagg recorded at UNLV. The discussion follows many tangents and for now, I'll leave them as a surprise. Rational Alchemy would like to thank Kelli Jacobson, Tim Walker, Paul Turner, Kurt Regner and Alex Jacobson from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Rebel Secular Student Society for participating in this show. They are members of the first UNLV secular/atheist group on campus, and can be reached at http://www.rebelsss.com.   *** The text above was originally, in a slightly modified form, included as a voice over at the beginning of this podcast. You will notice it is absent now. Where did it go? I haven't a clue. No idea. However, I noticed this only after I had uploaded and released the podcast. Huh. I'll try to fix it soon.   {downloader mode="level" level="public" file="ra12122009.mp3"}   Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:22:44 EST http://play.callisto.fm/podcasts/by/Nigel_Aves/in/Rational-Alchemy-Podcasts/episode/Rational-Alchemy-12122009/ http://play.callisto.fm/podcasts/by/Nigel_Aves/in/Rational-Alchemy-Podcasts/episode/Rational-Alchemy-12192009/ We have a great show tonight! Jeff and I discuss the news of the skeptical world since we were last together, but tonight we have a special surprise. Tonight Rational Alchemy features the world premier of Fingers In The Pie the new song by Steve Craig! Steve plays John Lennon in The Fab Four Live at the V Theater in Las Vegas. We would like to Thank Steve for allowing us to air this song. I'm sure you'll all like it as much as I did!   This version is slightly longer than the broadcast version and includes some language and discussion that may be NSFW. Not enough for an explicit tag, but you should be warned.     {downloader mode="level" level="public" file="ra12192009.mp3"}   Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:21:38 EST http://play.callisto.fm/podcasts/by/Nigel_Aves/in/Rational-Alchemy-Podcasts/episode/Rational-Alchemy-12192009/ http://play.callisto.fm/podcasts/by/Nigel_Aves/in/Rational-Alchemy-Podcasts/episode/Rational-Alchemy-12262009/ This week was part one of a two part year in review. I was joined in studio by Nigel Aves and Kai Haswell, events coordinator for Leaders In Free Thought at Colorado State University and author of the Metaskeptic blog, for a special, rare live episode. This episode is presented unedited, exactly as it aired live.   {downloader mode="level" level="public" file="ra12262009.mp3"}   Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:20:17 EST http://play.callisto.fm/podcasts/by/Nigel_Aves/in/Rational-Alchemy-Podcasts/episode/Rational-Alchemy-12262009/ http://play.callisto.fm/podcasts/by/Nigel_Aves/in/Rational-Alchemy-Podcasts/episode/Rational-Alchemy-01022010/ This week brings the final half of our look back at 2009. As with the first half, there are sure to be many stories we missed or avoided. This list was mostly the stories of the past year that interested or entertained us the most. This week I was joined by Jeff Wagg and Nigel Aves. We at Rational Alchemy hope everyone has a better one than last year!   This episode is presented unedited, exactly as it aired live. Including that awkward bit at the end where the next DJ was a tad late.   {downloader mode="level" level="public" file="ra01022010.mp3"}   Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:19:06 EST http://play.callisto.fm/podcasts/by/Nigel_Aves/in/Rational-Alchemy-Podcasts/episode/Rational-Alchemy-01022010/ http://play.callisto.fm/podcasts/by/Nigel_Aves/in/Rational-Alchemy-Podcasts/episode/Rational-Alchemy-01092010/ This week, for the first time ever, we took live calls. The topic of the night was a conversation about the problems, issues, and dogmatism is Skepticism. For the most part, we stayed on topic. This was a blast and we intend it to be the first of very many live call-in episodes. Thanks to everyone who participated via the phones, Twitter, and the chat room.   {downloader mode="level" level="public" file="ra01092010.mp3"}   Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:17:46 EST http://play.callisto.fm/podcasts/by/Nigel_Aves/in/Rational-Alchemy-Podcasts/episode/Rational-Alchemy-01092010/ http://play.callisto.fm/podcasts/by/Nigel_Aves/in/Rational-Alchemy-Podcasts/episode/Rational-Alchemy-01162010/ Tonight's episode is a random shotgun approach to the various things that have crossed our minds. So, RA as usual.   We would like to appeal listeners for feedback with this episode. We want to know what we're doing right, and wrong. All general feedback can go to feedback@rational-alchemy.com This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Specific comments can be sent to brian at rational-alchemy.com. nigel at rational-alchemy.com, and jeff at wagg.com. Sorry about formatting the addresses that way, but we get enough spam as it is. Also, those who want to participate in, or contribute to Rational Alchemy can do so by submitting their own recordings. Follow the instructions at http://rational-alchemy.com/my-podcast.   Rational Alchemy broadcasts every Saturday night at 11:00 PM Mountain on 88.9 FM KRFC in Fort Collins, CO. Geographically challenged listeners can listen live at http://www.krfcfm.org/listen.php.   {downloader mode="level" level="public" file="ra01162010.mp3"}   Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:16:36 EST http://play.callisto.fm/podcasts/by/Nigel_Aves/in/Rational-Alchemy-Podcasts/episode/Rational-Alchemy-01162010/ http://play.callisto.fm/podcasts/by/Nigel_Aves/in/Rational-Alchemy-Podcasts/episode/Rational-Alchemy-01232010/ This week we were joined by special guest Travis Roy of the Granite State Skeptics to discuss the Power Balance bracelet, miraculous pizza and more! To make the episode even more special, former host Alison Smith returns! As promised, the 7.3 hz tone is added to the end of the podcast. Below are links to the Granite State Skeptics, the miraculous pizza card and the original, unedited, news report about the Power Balance Bracelet.   Granite State Skeptics http://www.granitestateskeptics.org/ On Twitter @gsskeptics   The Card http://www.randi.org/images/commentary/200810/pizza.jpg   The Power Balance Bracelet http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yd0Gb9EgkHA   {downloader mode="level" level="public" file="ra01232010.mp3"}   Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:15:17 EST http://play.callisto.fm/podcasts/by/Nigel_Aves/in/Rational-Alchemy-Podcasts/episode/Rational-Alchemy-01232010/ http://play.callisto.fm/podcasts/by/Nigel_Aves/in/Rational-Alchemy-Podcasts/episode/Rational-Alchemy-01302010/ This week, Dr. Eugenie Scott was good enough to sit down with me to record an interview during her recent trip to Colorado State University. Dr. Scott is the Executive Director of the National Center For Science Education and a fierce defender of science in schools. More Information about Dr. Scott and the NCSE can be found below.   http://ncse.com/   This week I also had the sad opportunity, with the assistance of Jamie, of providing a memorial for frequent guest and good friend Dr. Doug Nichols.     http://www.berthoudrecorder.com/2009/09/our-natural-world-preserving-a-paleontologic-treasure-chest/   http://www.berthoudrecorder.com/2009/09/our-natural-world-the-amazing-fossils-of-florissant/   {downloader mode="level" level="public" file="ra01302010.mp3"}   Sun, 31 Jan 2010 23:10:01 EST http://play.callisto.fm/podcasts/by/Nigel_Aves/in/Rational-Alchemy-Podcasts/episode/Rational-Alchemy-01302010/ http://play.callisto.fm/podcasts/by/Nigel_Aves/in/Rational-Alchemy-Podcasts/episode/Dr-Eugenie-Scott/ This week, Dr. Eugenie Scott was good enough to sit down with me to record an interview during her recent trip to Colorado State University. Dr. Scott is the Executive Director of the National Center For Science Education and a fierce defender of science in schools. More Information about Dr. Scott and the NCSE can be found below.   http://ncse.com/   {downloader mode="level" level="public" file="dreugeniescott.mp3"}   Sun, 31 Jan 2010 23:08:59 EST http://play.callisto.fm/podcasts/by/Nigel_Aves/in/Rational-Alchemy-Podcasts/episode/Dr-Eugenie-Scott/