On That Skeptic Folklore Tradition: QEDcon

The 10th QEDcon took place over the weekend of the 23rd of September 2023. QED is the UKʼs largest skepticism and pop-science conference and takes place in Manchester and this year’s conference was the 8th QEDcon that I’ve attended. As always, the paranormal was featured during the event schedule. I personally chaired a panel on […]

This Is What Happens When a Nessie Photo Goes Viral

Photos taken in August 2018 which it is claimed show the Loch Ness Monster have only just been made public. The reaction, as always, is quite predictable. Here is a skeptical analysis of what has happened.

A Disrespectful Matter of Time?

When ghost hunters claim to communicate with the recently deceased, it is rightly condemned as deeply distasteful behaviour… but is there really anything tasteful about claiming to communicate with those who died in tragic circumstances?