A 2012 video claimed to be of an Icelandic lake/river monster that went viral has been quasi-officially determined to be real by a committee. My new piece on it can be read at Discovery News, HERE.
Investigation
Solving Mysteries in 4 to 6 Hours!
I recently heard a podcast where a ghost hunting group said their average "investigation" lasts 4-6 hours. I guess I'm doing it wrong, because mine often take days or weeks. Then again I actually solve the mystery instead of just settling for faint, ambiguous lights...
Guest on the Edge of the Unknown Radio Show!
I was recently a guest on the Edge of the Unknown radio show, talking about skepticism, investigation, and my new book Mysterious New Mexico! It will be rebroadcast at various times this week, and be archived, you can find it HERE.
Appearance on the Grand Dark Conspiracy Show
I was recently a guest on the Grand Dark Conspiracy Show, talking about my investigations and new book, Mysterious New Mexico. You can check out the show HERE.
NMSR Meeting Appearance: Miracle of the Loretto Staircase
I will be appearing Weds the 10th speaking for the New Mexicans for Science and Reason (NMSR) at 7 PM about my investigation into the miracle of Santa Fe's Loretto Staircase. I will also be signing copies of my new book Mysterious New Mexico! You can find more about...
Why Terrorists Behead Their Victims
My recent article on the psychology of terrorist beheadings is now up... Most people don't realize that dozens of people have been beheaded in the past few years just across the U.S. border. You can read it HERE.
Crop Circle Investigation in Skeptical Inquirer Magazine
My column in the current issue of Skeptical Inquirer magazine features an investigation into what was called "the most important genuine crop circle ever discovered." I'm not convinced, and after you read my piece I don't think you will be, either...
Appearance on Project: Archivist Radio Show
I was recently guest on the Project: Archivist show, talking about some of my research and investigations... It's a great show if you haven't heard it. The episode will be out any time now; you can hear it HERE.
Book Signing and Talk for “Mysterious New Mexico”
I will be giving a talk and book signing for my new book Mysterious New Mexico: Miracles, Magic, and Monsters in the Land of Enchantment on Saturday August 16 from 1 to 3 PM at Treasure House Books & Gifts (2012 S. Plaza St., in Old Town, Albuquerque). Come out...
“Media Mythmakers” Book Quoted on Stranger Danger
My book Media Mythmakers: How Journalists, Activists, and Advertisers Mislead Us was recently quoted in a blog about governmental overreach; you can read it HERE.