North Texas Skeptic

This issue of The Skeptic newsletter from North Texas Skeptics reviews the poor performance of psychics in predicting events for 1988, highlighting their use of vague statements an

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 03 No 02 - 1989

The March/April 1989 issue of The Skeptic newsletter announces organizational changes for The North Texas Skeptics, including incorporation as a Texas non-profit and a new dues str

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 03 No 03 - 1989

This issue of The Skeptic features articles on the Lifespring motivational program, critiquing its methods and potential for cult-like behavior. It also delves into distinguishing

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 03 No 04 - 1989

This issue of The Skeptic newsletter critically examines several topics. The lead article, 'News Media Kidnapped by Satanists!', argues that media coverage of Satanism is often sen

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 03 No 05 - 1989

This issue of The Skeptic investigates questionable science degrees claimed by Carl Baugh, tracing them to unaccredited Bible schools. It examines the University of Texas at Arling

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 03 No 06 - 1989

This issue of The Skeptic newsletter from November/December 1989 covers a range of skeptical topics. John A. Thomas argues why he doesn't believe in ghosts, attributing such experi

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 04 No 01 - 1990

This issue of The Newsletter of The North Texas Skeptics delves into the ongoing controversy surrounding the teaching of evolution in Texas textbooks, tracing its history from the

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 04 No 02 - 1990

The March/April 1990 issue of The Newsletter of The North Texas Skeptics announces leadership changes within the organization, with John Blanton taking over as president. A signifi

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 04 No 03 - 1990

This issue critically examines New Age philosophies, particularly their relativistic and idealistic views, and argues they lack scientific basis, often misinterpreting quantum mech

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 04 No 04 - 1990

This issue of The Skeptic, published by The North Texas Skeptics, covers the increasing professionalization and market integration of astrology, critiquing its claims while acknowl

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 04 No 05 - 1990

This issue of The Skeptic delves into the activities of the Foundation for Thought and Ethics, a creationist organization promoting 'Pandas and People.' It examines the claims surr

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 04 No 06 - 1990

This issue of The Skeptic critically examines Dr. Iben Browning's prediction of a major earthquake on the New Madrid fault for December 3, 1990, debunking his theories and highligh

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 05 No 01 - 1991

This issue of The Skeptic newsletter from January/February 1991 covers the North Texas Skeptics' board elections and treasurer's report for 1990, highlighting financial stability a

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 05 No 02 - 1991

This issue of The Skeptic newsletter from March/April 1991 features a review of Jon Atack's book 'A Piece of Blue Sky,' which exposes Scientology and L. Ron Hubbard. The review, by

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 05 No 03 - 1991

This issue of The Skeptic critically examines various phenomena and belief systems. The lead article debunks crop circle claims presented by MUFON, highlighting the lack of evidenc

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 05 No 04 - 1991

This issue of The Skeptic highlights CSICOP's precarious financial state, with Chairman Paul Kurtz predicting potential collapse due to lawsuits and debt. James Randi resigned from

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 05 No 05 - 1991

The North Texas Skeptics' August 1991 issue of The Skeptic reports on the potential hosting of the 1992 CSICOP convention in Dallas, with CSICOP facing financial difficulties. A sk

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 05 No 06 - 1991

This issue of The Skeptic critically examines televangelist Robert Tilton's claim of a viewer being cured of AIDS via his TV show, with NTS technical advisor Dr. Tim Gorski offerin

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 05 No 07 - 1991

This issue of The Skeptic focuses on the confession of Doug Bower and David Chorley, who admitted to hoaxing crop circles in England since 1978, challenging paranormal explanations

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 05 No 08 - 1991

This issue of The Skeptic details the Church of Scientology's massive ad campaign and $120 million lawsuit against the IRS, alleging a 33-year persecution. It also highlights the s

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 05 No 09 - 1991

This issue of The Skeptic critically examines media portrayals of psychics and pseudoscience, including the movie 'The Butcher's Wife' and TV shows like 'Secrets of the Unknown'. I

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 06 No 01 - 1992

This issue of The Skeptic covers several topics including the controversy surrounding televangelists like Robert Tilton, Larry Lea, and W.V. Grant, with criticism of their methods

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 06 No 02 - 1992

This issue of The Skeptic critiques the media's reliance on psychic predictions for 1992, highlighting their vagueness and inaccuracy, and contrasts them with actual events. A sign

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 06 No 03 - 1992

This issue of The Skeptic examines the misuse of scientific evidence in legal proceedings, highlighting the Christophersen v. Allied-Signal Corp. case and the importance of scienti

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 06 No 04 - 1992

This issue of The Skeptic features an article on the legal case Stambovsky v. Ackley, where a New York court ruled a house was legally 'haunted' because the seller had promoted its

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 06 No 05 - 1992

This issue of The Skeptic newsletter critically examines various topics including the controversial evangelist Robert Tilton, UFO research presented by Stanton Friedman, and the en

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 06 No 06 - 1992

This issue of The Skeptic critically examines the CBS TV movie 'Intruders,' questioning its sensationalism and the credibility of its sources. It also delves into the controversial

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 06 No 07 - 1992

This issue of The Skeptic newsletter tackles various topics with a critical eye. It examines environmental claims, particularly concerning global warming, and critiques the politic

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 06 No 08 - 1992

This issue of The Skeptic critically examines the Dallas Morning News' decision to publish a full-page astrological predictions story for presidential candidates, leading to an apo

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 06 No 09 - 1992

This issue of The Skeptic covers the upcoming CSICOP conference in Dallas, highlighting speakers like Richard Dawkins and Philip Klass, and topics ranging from multiculturalism in

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 06 No 10 - 1992

This issue of The Skeptic examines the Texas state lottery, criticizing its potential for exploitation and the rise of numerology services preying on hopeful players. It also scrut

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 06 No 11 - 1992

This issue of The Skeptic newsletter from November 1992 features an article titled 'The Third Eye' discussing UFO claims, including senators being aliens, and the controversy surro

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 06 No 12 - 1992

This issue of The Skeptic covers a range of skeptical topics, including a local radio host's experience discussing skepticism on air, a report from the CSICOP conference addressing

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 07 No 01 - 1993

This issue of The Skeptic, from March 1993, features a conference report from Jim Lippard, detailing discussions on the Kecksburg and Roswell UFO incidents, with skepticism towards

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 07 No 02 - 1993

This issue of The Skeptic covers the 1992 CSICOP conference, with a detailed report on the Kecksburg meteor incident and the Roswell crash. It scrutinizes eyewitness accounts and m

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 07 No 03 - 1993

This issue of The Skeptic covers a 1992 CSICOP conference, analyzing the Kecksburg meteor incident and the Roswell crash claims, debunking eyewitness accounts and military cover-up

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 07 No 04 - 1993

This issue of The Skeptic newsletter from April 1993 covers a range of topics including a peculiar individual selling speakers from a van in Dallas, warnings about the questionable

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 07 No 05 - 1993

This issue of The Skeptic features James Randi's critical letters regarding Uri Geller's lawsuits and claims, including the "Holy Ark of the Covenant." A meeting report details fin

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 07 No 06 - 1993

This issue of The Skeptic newsletter critically examines media coverage of pseudoscientific claims, particularly a KDFW Channel 4 report on the Travis Walton UFO abduction story, w

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 07 No 07 - 1993

This issue of The Skeptic reviews James Randi's book 'Conjuring', a history of magic. It also critiques the film 'Jurassic Park' for its scientific inaccuracies and the portrayal o

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 07 No 08 - 1993

This issue of The Skeptic examines the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in Daubert v. Merrell Dow Pharmaceuticals, which redefined standards for scientific evidence in court, moving a

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 07 No 09 - 1993

This issue of The Skeptic tackles health-related skepticism, including a 'skinny pill' scam involving chromium supplements and dubious claims about weight loss. It also discusses t

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 07 No 10 - 1993

This issue of The Skeptic critically examines various claims, including the purported benefits of Bilberry for eyesight and the controversial $375 HeartCheck America CT scan for he

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 07 No 11 - 1993

This issue of The Skeptic critically examines Susan Powter's 'Stop the Insanity' diet program, questioning the scientific validity of her low-fat recommendations and highlighting p

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 07 No 12 - 1993

This issue of The Skeptic addresses the proposed implementation of the Nutrition Labeling and Education Act (NLEA) for the vitamin and supplement industry, highlighting concerns ab

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 08 No 01 - 1994

This issue of The Skeptic examines Louis L'Amour's approach to rational inquiry, highlighting his emphasis on self-education and critical thinking. It delves into the enduring myst

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 08 No 02 - 1994

This issue of The North Texas Skeptics delves into various topics through a skeptical lens. Joe Voelkering discusses how legal standards of proof, such as 'preponderance of the evi

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 08 No 03 - 1994

This issue of The North Texas Skeptics newsletter covers various skeptical topics. Dr. Tim Gorski critiques a medical journal's publication of a reflexology article and discusses t

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 08 No 04 - 1994

This issue of The Skeptic critically examines chiropractic as a pseudoscience, detailing its origins with D.D. Palmer and the lack of scientific evidence for 'subluxations'. It exp

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 08 No 05 - 1994

This issue of The Skeptic, from May 1994, focuses on Richard Feynman's skeptical philosophy and integrity. It also critically examines the expansion of chiropractic into family med

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 08 No 06 - 1994

This issue of The Skeptic newsletter from June 1994 delves into the emergence of 'Orthopractic' as a more scientifically grounded approach to manipulative medicine, distinguishing

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 08 No 07 - 1994

This issue of The Skeptic, published by The North Texas Skeptics in July 1994, delves into various topics through its articles and columns. It features discussions on rational skep

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 08 No 08 - 1994

This issue of The Newsletter of The North Texas Skeptics critically examines health claims, historical revisionism, and media reporting. An article on 'Healthy Skepticism' by Tim G

North Texas Skeptic - Vol 08 No 09 - 1994