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Michael Shermer

Michael Shermer

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1 archived appearance · 2004

Michael Shermer (born September 8, 1954) is a science writer, historian of science, and the founder of The Skeptics Society and Skeptic magazine, recognized as one of America's most prominent public advocates for scientific skepticism and critical thinking. On Art Bell's programs, his book Why People Believe Weird Things and his willingness to engage directly with believers in the paranormal made him a valued counterpoint and one of the program's most respected skeptical voices.

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October 17, 2004: The Skeptic's View - Michael Shermer

Oct 17, 2004
2h 53m
Art Bell hosts Dr. Michael Shermer, founding publisher of Skeptic magazine, for a spirited debate about the limits of scientific skepticism and the nature of belief. Shermer explains his journey from paranormal believer to professional skeptic after watching James Randi replicate psychic feats, and he outlines how c...

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Why People Believe Weird Things

Why People Believe Weird Things

1997

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