My appearance on local KOB Channel 4 discussing UFOs and cattle mutilations is now available online! You can watch the piece HERE.
Media Appearances
Most People Are Fat and Don’t Know It. Seriously.
Despite the fact that two-thirds of Americans are overweight or obese, according to a new Gallup poll the majority say that they’re not trying to lose weight — for the simple reason that they don’t think they’re overweight. You can read my full article...
A Guide to Missing MH370 Conspiracy Theories
I was recently interviewed by Voice of Russia about conspiracy theories surrounding the missing Malaysian Flight 370. The mysterious disappearance of Malaysian Airlines Flight MH 370 has become the most debated issue in the recent weeks, sparking more questions than...
Skeptical Comic Ian Harris Appears on PPV Aug. 12
My funny and brilliant comedian friend Ian Harris has a show coming up on Aug. 12 on PPV and VOD. I saw two shows of his, and if you like critical thinking and comedy in one package, you'll enjoy it! For more info follow Ian on Twitter at Ian Harris (@comediocre).
Sandy Hook Conspiracy Theorists Target Newtown School Board
Sandy Hook conspiracy theorists shut down by school board--and other conspiracy folks who taunt and harass tragedy victims. "Hounding a pioneering astronaut is one thing, but it takes a particularly callous conspiracy theorist to look the parent of a murdered child in...
Plane Stowaway Case Details Kept Secret Over Copycat Fears
The recent story of a California teenager who flew to Hawaii stowed away in an airplane wheel well made international news. But you only heard part of the story. HERE's why.
American Couple in Qatar Convicted of Killing Daughter for Organs
A scary update on a tragic story I wrote about a few months ago: An Asian-American couple has been found guilty of killing their daughter to sell her organs. Belief in rumors and urban legends can have very bad consequences.... You can read the story HERE.
My Piece on Missing Flight 370 on Yahoo News!
As officials from several countries, and dozens of planes and boats, scour the South China Sea and the Bay of Bengal for the mysteriously missing China-bound Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 with 239 people aboard, some people are wondering if there might be some...
Should Organ Sales Be Legal?
In some countries selling one's organs is perfectly legal. In the United States, it is against the law, although many people have suggested that legalizing the trade would save lives and offer real social benefits. Others find it an ethically dubious proposition. You...
New Anthology Includes Me with William Safire, Jessica Valenti, and Al Gore
My chapter in a new book: "In a vibrant four-color format, 'The Sundance Reader' features more than 70 essays drawn from a range of academic disciplines and professions. This rich collection of engaging essays and articles emphasizes critical thinking, careful...