Reality Check (podcast)

The Reality Check is a weekly, 45 minute podcast hosted by members of The Ottawa Skeptics.[1] The show is hosted by Jonathan Abrams, president of The Ottawa Skeptics[2] with Darren McKee, Adam Gardner, and Elan Dubrofsky.[3] Former co-hosts include Xander Miller and Catherine LeBel.[4]

The show explores "Scientific controversies and curiosities" and the topics of discussion are varied and include the Moon landing hoax, Big Foot, Feng Shui and the treatment of hiccups. In keeping with the satirical nature of the show, the opening theme music is often a parody of a well-known melody and performed by Ottawa Skeptic member Pat Roach and his wife, Cristina. As of October 2011, the podcast was receiving over 3,000 weekly downloads.[1][3]

References

  1. ^ a b Grothe, D. J. "A Skeptic’s Guide to Podcasts" The Committee for Skeptical Inquiry Volume 33.6, November / December 2009. Retrieved on 28 October 2011.
  2. ^ Loxton, D. [1] SkepticBlog 21 June, 2011. Retrieved on 28 October 2011.
  3. ^ a b Farrimond, S. [2] Guru Magazine Issue 3. October/November 2011. Retrieved on 28 October 2011.
  4. ^ Puffin Watch "The Reality Check Podcast" The Skeptical Review 19 January, 2010. Retrieved on 28 October 2011.