Sheldon Helms
Sheldon Helms
Sheldon W. Helms
Each week, Sheldon and Marilin cover a topic from science and skepticism, including interviews with well known skeptics, authors, and scientists.
Inbetweenisode #02 - The Story of NORAD Santa Tracking
In this, Inbetweenisode, Sheldon tells the story of how a U.S. military base (now known as NORAD) began tracking Santa's trip around the world, an annual tradition for the past 60 years.
Dec 13, 2015
ShelShocked #19 - Prosocial Behavior w/ Belinda Carlisle
Introduction with Sheldon and Marilin discussing the psychology of Prosocial Behavior. Interview with rock star and philanthropist Belinda Carlisle. Science Report about Sempo Sugihara, the "Japanese Schindler." Good News report from Marilin about the shared kindness between a waitress and her firefighter customers.
Dec 5, 2015
Inbetweenisode #01 - The Untold Story of Peter Norman at the '68 Summer Olympics
In this, our first Inbetweenisode, Sheldon reports on the 47th anniversary of John Carlos and Tommie Smith's historic raised-fist solute at the Mexico City Summer Olympic Games in 1968, telling the part of the story that has been left out for nearly five decades.
Oct 12, 2015
ShelShocked #18 - James "The Amazing" Randi
Introduction with Marilin talking about her first awareness of James Randi and his work. Interview with James "The Amazing" Randi. A Science Report from Sheldon on the "unsinkable rubber duckie" Peter Popoff. A Good News Report from Marilin about a skeptical examination of a claim of telekinesis in Russia. A reminder by skeptic Tucker Hiatt about "The Official Houdini Seance" in San Francisco.
Sep 27, 2015
ShelShocked #17 - International Skepticism
Sheldon and Marilin discuss myths, charlatans, and non-scientific beliefs around the world
Sep 6, 2015
1 hr
ShelShocked #16 - Transgender Issues
Introduction in which Sheldon and Marilin discuss statistics on Transgender demographics, discrimination against Trans citizens, and efforts to ensure protection and fair treatment. An Interview with Trans actress and model, Cassandra Cass. A Science Report on the proper terminology and "do's and don'ts" regarding discussing Transgender issues. A Good News report on new laws in the state of New York that make it easier for Trans citizens to get equal treatment and access to services.
Aug 30, 2015
56 min
ShelShocked #15 - Music
Sheldon and Marilin talk about research on the effects of music. Interview with musician George Hrab.
Aug 23, 2015
56 min
ShelShocked #14 - Ghosts and Hauntings
Sheldon and Marilin discuss the science behind the belief in ghosts and hauntings.
Aug 17, 2015
1 hr 9 min
ShelShocked #13 - Food Fads
Marilin and Sheldon discuss food fads, food science, and the fallibility of Internet memes.
Aug 9, 2015
59 min
ShelShocked #12 - Myths and Misunderstandings About Space
Introduction with Sheldon and Marilin discussing common myths about space and space exploration. An Interview with UFO researcher and investigator Robert Sheaffer. The Science Report discussing the growing movement of people who deny that man ever landed on the moon. And a Good News report about an unlikely participant in the recent satellite mission to Pluto.
Aug 2, 2015
55 min
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