Last Week At Science-Based Medicine
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Here is a recap of the stories that appeared last week at Science-Based Medicine, a multi-author skeptical blog that separates the science from the woo in medicine.
Integrative Fire-Fighting (David Weinberg) http://www.sciencebasedmedicine.org/index.php/integrative-fire-fighting/ An April Fool’s Day article extends the concept behind “integrative medicine” to explore what it would mean to have “integrative fire-fighting.” It might involve homeopathy for fires and criticism of “Big Hydrant.”
Are Cell Phones a Possible Carcinogen? An Update on the IARC Report (Lorne Trottier) http://www.sciencebasedmedicine.org/index.php/are-cell-phones-a-possible-carcinogen-an-update-on-the-iarc-report/ The IARC’s classification of cell phones as “possibly carcinogenic” was flawed and based on misinterpretation of the available evidence. Their evidence is reviewed in detail, along with newer studies confirming that brain cancer rates have not risen.
JREF Media Roundup, April 6, 2012
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- Wired Science, March 23, 2012
Why Magicians Are a Scientist's Best Friend
We can’t make magicians out of scientists — we wouldn’t want to — but we can help scientists “think in the groove” — think like a magician. And we should. - C21 Media, March 30, 2012
Liar wins Mipdoc pitch contest
A US documentary about a magician who has spent decades debunking ‘fraudulent’ paranormal and psychic claims has won the Mipdoc International Pitch competition. - International Business Times, March 31, 2012
April Fool's Day: 8 Interesting Things And Hoaxes You Didn't Know
The Pigasus Award is the name of an annual tongue-in-cheek award presented by well-known skeptic James Randi. - The Mandala, April 2, 2012
The Academy of Magical Arts Awards Results
The Academy of Magical Arts Awards show took place last night at the Saban Theatre in Hollywood and hosted by Mac King and produced by our own Storytime columnist Max Maven. - YouTube, March 25, 2012
James Randi at the Reason Rally - Doubtful News, April 2, 2012
JREF announces Pigasus awards
Some people, like Van Praagh especially, do deserve the criticism. - Skeptics' Guide to the Universe, March 31, 2012
Interview with James Randi - Friendly Atheist, March 29, 2012
A Pseudoscience Fair with James Randi
Instead of displays featuring volcanos and plants, participants will exhibit various forms of flim flam, explain why they are wrong, and show judges how to prevent getting scammed. - Northern News Services Online, March 28, 2012
Lackluster response to faith healing
When asked if he would take famous American skeptic and television personality James Randi's challenge, offering $1 million for any proof of the supernatural, Vogelsberger said he was not aware of it. - Bad Astronomy, March 25, 2012
The Amaz!ng Meeting 10
TAM is, well, an amazing event, with lots of fun and learning to be had. But it is a skeptical conference, so don’t take my word for it. - Al Jazeera English, March 25, 2012
Thousands in US turn out for 'Reason Rally'
Featuring an interview with James Randi. - NPR's On Point, March 26, 2012
Atheists Rally in Washington
Featuring an interview with James Randi. - Curiouser and Curiouser | CSI, March 21, 2012
James Randi: An Honest Liar
It’s a funny thing that one of the most influential figures in skepticism has never had his life properly documented in a film. That is about to change. - Forbes, March 14, 2012
Vaccine Debate Acknowledged, Explained at Global Conference
McCarthy has rallied and appeared on numerous talk shows to publicize her views, and in 2008 was awarded the James Randi Educational Foundation’s Pigasus Award, bestowed for contributions to pseudoscience. - The Skeptic Canary, March 12, 2012
A Brief Write Up of QEDCon 2012
After lunch JREF president DJ Grothe gave a very clever and introspective talk on skepticism which dismissed the myth that Americans don’t get irony!
Updates from the Field
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It's been a busy week for JREF founder James Randi as he's traveled across the country and back. Last weekend, Randi traveled to Los Angeles, where he was awarded a Lifetime Achievement Fellowship from the Academy of Magical Arts. The AMA is the most highly regarded social order for magicians and conjurers in the world, and they call L.A.'s famous Magic Castle home.
Penn & Teller appear via video to praise Randi's achievements at the AMA Awards.
Randi was personally awarded this high honor from his peers by AMA president Neil Patrick Harris "in recognition of a career devoted to virtually every facet of conjuring." In his fiery acceptance speech, Randi called on his fellow magicians to help pursue the mission of the James Randi Educational Foundation and put a stop to those who would use conjuring tricks to fake paranormal abilities and swindle the public.
Last Week At Science-Based Medicine
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Here is a recap of the stories that appeared last week at Science-Based Medicine, a multi-author skeptical blog that separates the science from the woo in medicine.
California Bill AB 2109: The Antivaccine Movement Attacks School Vaccine Mandates Again (David Gorski) http://www.sciencebasedmedicine.org/index.php/antivaccine-activists-attack-vaccine-mandates/ In response to a rising rate of personal belief exemptions for mandated vaccines, a proposed law in California would require proof that parents had been counseled on the risks and benefits by doctors and could give truly informed consent. Anti-vaccine advocates are protesting: they prefer mis-informed consent.
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