The Michael Shermer Show

The Michael Shermer Show

15. Donald Prothero & Timothy Callahan — UFOs, Chemtrails, and Aliens: What Science Says

Oct 15, 2017 · 01:07:08

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Prothero and Callahan explore the persistence of UFO beliefs.
Examines why false beliefs thrive despite scientific debunking.
Applies scientific ground rules to paranormal claims.

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