Resident Skeptic (My Next Skeptical Endeavor)

RSLancastr · 25th February 2011, 09:55 PM

I was most of the way through composing one of my War and Peace-length posts announcing what I am about to do when My Better Half sent the following email to many of our friends and relations, saying it all in far fewer words:

Quote:

Hi there Everybody.

Robert has reached a new phase of his work as a 'skeptic.' Since about 2001, he has been joining message boards and chat rooms online which support various aspects of the paranormal in an attempt to discover what makes a 'believer' believe. He has been 'bridging the gap' between belief and skepticism with kindness and respect, which has earned him the trust of many believers, even though they know he doesn't agree with them. Some have dubbed him 'the nice skeptic' or 'the respectful skeptic.' He found an online radio station called Para-X and has ingratiated himself into their community of psychics, ghost hunters and the like. He has been interviewed on a few shows on the station in the last several weeks. Due to his winning style of discussion, he has been given a time slot on the station - a station devoted to the paranormal - in which to do a show about his skepticism on various paranormal topics. It's called The Resident Skeptic, and it airs on Saturdays at 7pm Eastern time, which is 4pm Pacific, for one hour, beginning March 5th, 2011.

Click on the link below to listen to the show, or whatever show is on at the time of your visit. When the page and chat room load, scroll down the list on the left side of the page and click on the link Resident Skeptic to see the info page about the show.

http://para-x.com/live.html

The owner of the station, and guy who gave Robert the time slot, said he thought the show would become enough of a hit that it may even get picked up by their 'parent' station, CBS Radio. That remains to be seen. But this is indeed a new phase of his outreach efforts to find common ground with believers for the purpose of discussions about the paranormal. Hope you have the chance to give a listen.

Much love, Susan

I had her add the following, in hopes of preventing anyone from beating me to announce it here:

Quote:

He is working on an announcement to the skeptical community, where he expects some nay-sayers, but mostly a great deal of support.

This is that announcement.

Foolmewunz · 25th February 2011, 10:50 PM

This is just terrific.

We're hobnobbing with a media star, gang!!!

Are you going to have guests and such - can you get that other bearded curmudgeon to watch his tongue and do a few segments?

(Now, we need someone to archive the shows for me. I tried and can't tune that link/station from over here.)

Congratulations, Robert.

blobru · 25th February 2011, 10:50 PM

Good stuff, Robert. I'll be listening.

Btw, just noticed Susan's email says your show, "Resident Skeptic", doesn't begin until March 5; while the Para-X schedule says it starts tomorrow (Feb 26 @ 7 PM ET). Is there an episode tomorrow?

Lucian · 25th February 2011, 10:57 PM

Originally Posted by Foolmewunz

This is just terrific.

We're hobnobbing with a media star, gang!!!

Are you going to have guests and such - can you get that other bearded curmudgeon to watch his tongue and do a few segments?

(Now, we need someone to archive the shows for me. I tried and can't tune that link/station from over here.)

Congratulations, Robert.

Santa?

Allow me to be the ~~second~~ third to congratulate you, Robert.

RSLancastr · 25th February 2011, 11:11 PM

Originally Posted by Foolmewunz

This is just terrific.

We're hobnobbing with a media star, gang!!!

Are you going to have guests and such - can you get that other bearded curmudgeon to watch his tongue and do a few segments?

(Now, we need someone to archive the shows for me. I tried and can't tune that link/station from over here.)

Congratulations, Robert.

Thanks, FMW! I'm considering asking various well-known Skeptics to be guests on the show, Randi among them. I'll need to get a few shows without guests under my belt before I bring guests into the mix, though.

I believe - but am not certain - that the shows will be archived. The rest of the Para-X shows seem to be. I will find out!

RSLancastr · 25th February 2011, 11:17 PM

Originally Posted by Lucian

Santa?

Allow me to be the ~~second~~ third to congratulate you, Robert.

Thanks, Lucian!

Sideroxylon · 25th February 2011, 11:18 PM

Congrats. I look forward to listening.

RSLancastr · 25th February 2011, 11:47 PM

Originally Posted by Sideroxylon

Congrats. I look forward to listening.

Thanks!

RSL's better half · 26th February 2011, 12:49 AM

Sorry for any confusion, blo-bru. The first show is March 5th, allowing Robert a week to prepare. I guess the schedule was submitted prior to this agreement.

Arouet · 26th February 2011, 04:35 AM

Great to see! Pls post the archive link when it goes up. Maybe they'll let you release it as a podcast on itunes so we can get them automatically.

Senex · 26th February 2011, 04:55 AM

That's great. I've always believed paranormal thinkers had zero tolerance for skeptics. Your kind, respectful and gentle approach has paid dividends.

I'll be listening. Best of luck.

arthwollipot · 26th February 2011, 05:05 AM

Originally Posted by Arouet

Great to see! Pls post the archive link when it goes up. Maybe they'll let you release it as a podcast on itunes so we can get them automatically.

I was about to ask - is there a podcast version? I'd subscribe!

Rasmus · 26th February 2011, 05:12 AM

Nay!

There, happy?

All the best!

Irish Murdoch · 26th February 2011, 07:52 AM

I'm saying "Yay" rather than "Nay". I think the whole thing is fantastic, and much needed.

Resume · 26th February 2011, 08:18 AM

Good luck. Hopefully you'll make some converts.

sadhatter · 26th February 2011, 08:24 AM

Originally Posted by RSLancastr

I was most of the way through composing one of my War and Peace-length posts announcing what I am about to do when My Better Half sent the following email to many of our friends and relations, saying it all in far fewer words:

I had her add the following, in hopes of preventing anyone from beating me to announce it here:

This is that announcement.

No nay saying here, and trust me if there was nay saying to be done i would be doing it, i have a low tolerance for selling out to get exposure.

But that is not what your doing rob, awesome job. You got your own radio show, as someone who loves working with that medium, and still feels it has a certain " punch" i say good job.

RossFW · 26th February 2011, 10:42 AM

RSL,

You understand that, if you do effective, logical shows, you will be canned within weeks?

RSL's better half · 26th February 2011, 11:09 AM

Originally Posted by RossFW

RSL,

You understand that, if you do effective, logical shows, you will be canned within weeks?

Oh! How many of these shows have you listened to? Perhaps you could enlighten us with your vast experience.

Sorry. I just had to get sarcastic this morning, and you being the only real "nay-sayer" so far, I pounced on you.

I am not an expert on this subject, but I would venture to say that there is no way of knowing how this show will be received because I believe this show sets a precedent. Judging by how well Robert has been received in their chat room, I think the show will do well. Knowing Robert's style of discussion or 'argument,' if you will, I see this one-hour show becoming a sort-of "the hour of respectful disagreement." And, knowing Robert's skills with debate, he just might give folks a bit to ponder, another way to look at things, get them to question what they believe. That, I believe, is always healthy.

ExMinister · 26th February 2011, 11:26 AM

Can I still be your first and favorite acolyte when you hit the big-time??

Congratulations!! Here's hoping it's a resounding success right from the get-go!

RSLancastr · 26th February 2011, 11:30 AM

Originally Posted by Arouet

Great to see! Pls post the archive link when it goes up. Maybe they'll let you release it as a podcast on itunes so we can get them automatically.

thanks! If it does get archived, it will most likely be on the station's "On Demand" page, which I believe is www.para-x.com/demand.html, If that doesn't bring up the page, go to www.para-x.com.com and click on "on Demand" in the menu at top. you would then have to scroll down through the alphabetic list of shows to where "Resident Skeptic" will be, and pick the episode to hear or download. As far as Podcasting the shows, I spoke briefly with my show's producer this morning, and he said he knows how to do that. dunno if it will be in place by the first episode, though.

Originally Posted by Senex

That's great. I've always believed paranormal thinkers had zero tolerance for skeptics. Your kind, respectful and gentle approach has paid dividends.

I'll be listening. Best of luck.

Thanks, Senex!

Originally Posted by arthwollipot

I was about to ask - is there a podcast version? I'd subscribe!

In the works, thanks!

Originally Posted by Rasmus

Nay!

There, happy?

All the best!

There's (at least) one in every crowd...

and thanks!

Originally Posted by Irish Murdoch

I'm saying "Yay" rather than "Nay". I think the whole thing is fantastic, and much needed.

Thanks, IM!

Originally Posted by Resume

Good luck. Hopefully you'll make some converts.

Thanks. I don't know about "converts", but I hope to get some folks to at least give theskeptical POV some consideration.

RSLancastr · 26th February 2011, 11:56 AM

Originally Posted by RossFW

RSL,

You understand that, if you do effective, logical shows, you will be canned within weeks?

While the show failing is of course a possibility, I doubt that my being "effective" will play into it. i have received nothing but support from the station owner/manager, other hosts, and the "rank and file" in the chat room. I have no reason to believe that, as long as my show is interesting,
I would be "canned" for being too effective.

RSLancastr · 26th February 2011, 11:59 AM

Originally Posted by ExMinister

Can I still be your first and favorite acolyte when you hit the big-time??

Congratulations!! Here's hoping it's a resounding success right from the get-go!

ExM, you will always be my first acolyte. Favorite? Depends on if My Better Half ever becomes an acolyte... and thanks for the kind words.

Mike! · 26th February 2011, 12:12 PM

Honey and flies, who'd have thought it? Congrats, hope it pans out into something huge!

rjh01 · 26th February 2011, 01:19 PM

Congratulations. I hope the show gets on many radio stations. Maybe even a TV show?

RSLancastr · 26th February 2011, 02:52 PM

Originally Posted by Mike!

Honey and flies, who'd have thought it? Congrats, hope it pans out into something huge!

thanks, Mike!!

RSLancastr · 26th February 2011, 02:54 PM

Originally Posted by rjh01

Congratulations. I hope the show gets on many radio stations. Maybe even a TV show?

thanks, rj! but I have, as they say, a face for radio.

ExMinister · 26th February 2011, 03:01 PM

Originally Posted by RSLancastr

ExM, you will always be my first acolyte. Favorite? Depends on if My Better Half ever becomes an acolyte... and thanks for the kind words.

Deal.

I will consider myself the favorite-just-after-Better-Half then, ha. Mr. ExM will have to get in line for third.

blobru · 26th February 2011, 03:27 PM

Originally Posted by RSL's better half

Sorry for any confusion, blo-bru. The first show is March 5th, allowing Robert a week to prepare. I guess the schedule was submitted prior to this agreement.

Thank you, Susan. Take it as a good omen -- if you believe in that sort of thing

-- how anxious they are to have him onboard.

EeneyMinnieMoe · 26th February 2011, 04:24 PM

Wow, that's great. You must be so thrilled.

Good luck with it!

So, what's the planned topic for the first episode?

jhunter1163 · 26th February 2011, 04:34 PM

Don't worry about naysayers; saying nay is what they do.

Good luck with the show!

HawaiiBigSis · 26th February 2011, 04:57 PM

Coolio!

RSLancastr · 26th February 2011, 05:36 PM

Originally Posted by EeneyMinnieMoe

Wow, that's great. You must be so thrilled.

thanks. I am pretty excited about it, yes.

Quote:

Good luck with it!

thanks!

Quote:

So, what's the planned topic for the first episode?

well, not sure the first episode will be much more than me defining skepticism, and discussing the believer/skeptic dynamic.

MrBooglemaumau · 26th February 2011, 05:38 PM

Absolutely thrilled to hear this good news Robert ..More power to you.I will definitely be one to listen in....

RSLancastr · 27th February 2011, 12:04 PM

thanks, Mr. BMM!

Mr. Skinny · 27th February 2011, 01:48 PM

I think you should have Claus Flodin Larsen as the first guest on your Resident Skeptic show! He's polite.

sadhatter · 27th February 2011, 01:53 PM

Para-x recently did a bit on local piece of **** ( i refuse to refer to him as anything else.) robbie thomas.

You should try and bring him back for an encore, knowing everyone he knows, i could even give you a list taller than i am ( which isn't that tall, but big for a list.) of direct lies the man has told. And i am not talking harmless stuff, i am talking things ranging from harassment of a murder victim's family, to claiming a local special effects artist was a police officer.

RSLancastr · 27th February 2011, 09:29 PM

'hatter, I had never heard of Thomas until a few days ago, I asked the host of another Para-X show if she had ever heard of the web site "Stop Sylvia Browne." She said "yes, and "Stop Robbie Thomas too." Is that your site, 'hatter?

BlackLyon · 28th February 2011, 04:25 PM

Congrats on the new show! Hope it has a long and successful run!

SeekingTruth · 28th February 2011, 04:28 PM

That's really neat Robert... good luck with the show and I just know you'll be terrific...it's just who you are!

RSLancastr · 28th February 2011, 09:45 PM

Originally Posted by BlackLyon

Congrats on the new show! Hope it has a long and successful run!

thanks, BL! I haven't thought that far ahead, but that would be incredible!

Originally Posted by SeekingTruth

That's really neat Robert... good luck with the show and I just know you'll be terrific...it's just who you are!

thanks, ST! I was thinking of you just the other day! How are you doing?

25th February 2011, 09:55 PM	#1
RSLancastr www.StopSylvia.com Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Salem, Oregon Posts: 15,539	Resident Skeptic (My Next Skeptical Endeavor) I was most of the way through composing one of my War and Peace-length posts announcing what I am about to do when My Better Half sent the following email to many of our friends and relations, saying it all in far fewer words: Quote: Hi there Everybody. Robert has reached a new phase of his work as a 'skeptic.' Since about 2001, he has been joining message boards and chat rooms online which support various aspects of the paranormal in an attempt to discover what makes a 'believer' believe. He has been 'bridging the gap' between belief and skepticism with kindness and respect, which has earned him the trust of many believers, even though they know he doesn't agree with them. Some have dubbed him 'the nice skeptic' or 'the respectful skeptic.' He found an online radio station called Para-X and has ingratiated himself into their community of psychics, ghost hunters and the like. He has been interviewed on a few shows on the station in the last several weeks. Due to his winning style of discussion, he has been given a time slot on the station - a station devoted to the paranormal - in which to do a show about his skepticism on various paranormal topics. It's called The Resident Skeptic, and it airs on Saturdays at 7pm Eastern time, which is 4pm Pacific, for one hour, beginning March 5th, 2011. Click on the link below to listen to the show, or whatever show is on at the time of your visit. When the page and chat room load, scroll down the list on the left side of the page and click on the link Resident Skeptic to see the info page about the show. http://para-x.com/live.html The owner of the station, and guy who gave Robert the time slot, said he thought the show would become enough of a hit that it may even get picked up by their 'parent' station, CBS Radio. That remains to be seen. But this is indeed a new phase of his outreach efforts to find common ground with believers for the purpose of discussions about the paranormal. Hope you have the chance to give a listen. Much love, Susan I had her add the following, in hopes of preventing anyone from beating me to announce it here: Quote: He is working on an announcement to the skeptical community, where he expects some nay-sayers, but mostly a great deal of support. This is that announcement.
	__________________ Who is "Kaz?" Read about her at www.StopKaz.com. Curious about Sylvia Browne? Read about her at www.StopSylvia.com. Ever wonder "What's the Harm?" with psychics, alternative medicine, etc?

25th February 2011, 10:50 PM	#2
Foolmewunz Grammar Resistance Leader Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Pattaya, Thailand Posts: 20,516	This is just terrific. We're hobnobbing with a media star, gang!!! Are you going to have guests and such - can you get that other bearded curmudgeon to watch his tongue and do a few segments? (Now, we need someone to archive the shows for me. I tried and can't tune that link/station from over here.) Congratulations, Robert.
	__________________ Ha! Foolmewunz has just been added to the list of people who aren't complete idiots. Hokulele Don't you wish someone had slapped baby Hitler really really hard? [i] Dr. Buzzo 02/13 [i]

25th February 2011, 10:50 PM	#3
blobru Philosopher Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 6,590	Good stuff, Robert. I'll be listening. Btw, just noticed Susan's email says your show, "Resident Skeptic", doesn't begin until March 5; while the Para-X schedule says it starts tomorrow (Feb 26 @ 7 PM ET). Is there an episode tomorrow?
blobru Philosopher Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 6,590	__________________ "Say to them, 'I am Nobody!'" -- Ulysses to the Cyclops "Never mind. I can't read." -- Hokulele to the Easter Bunny Last edited by blobru; 25th February 2011 at 10:58 PM.

25th February 2011, 10:57 PM	#4
Lucian Master Poster Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 2,545	Originally Posted by Foolmewunz This is just terrific. We're hobnobbing with a media star, gang!!! Are you going to have guests and such - can you get that other bearded curmudgeon to watch his tongue and do a few segments? (Now, we need someone to archive the shows for me. I tried and can't tune that link/station from over here.) Congratulations, Robert. Santa? Allow me to be the ~~second~~ third to congratulate you, Robert.
Lucian Master Poster Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 2,545	__________________ skepticalhumanities.com virtualskeptics.com

25th February 2011, 11:11 PM	#5
RSLancastr www.StopSylvia.com Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Salem, Oregon Posts: 15,539	Originally Posted by Foolmewunz This is just terrific. We're hobnobbing with a media star, gang!!! Are you going to have guests and such - can you get that other bearded curmudgeon to watch his tongue and do a few segments? (Now, we need someone to archive the shows for me. I tried and can't tune that link/station from over here.) Congratulations, Robert. Thanks, FMW! I'm considering asking various well-known Skeptics to be guests on the show, Randi among them. I'll need to get a few shows without guests under my belt before I bring guests into the mix, though. I believe - but am not certain - that the shows will be archived. The rest of the Para-X shows seem to be. I will find out!
	__________________ Who is "Kaz?" Read about her at www.StopKaz.com. Curious about Sylvia Browne? Read about her at www.StopSylvia.com. Ever wonder "What's the Harm?" with psychics, alternative medicine, etc?

25th February 2011, 11:17 PM	#6
RSLancastr www.StopSylvia.com Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Salem, Oregon Posts: 15,539	Originally Posted by Lucian Santa? Allow me to be the ~~second~~ third to congratulate you, Robert. Thanks, Lucian!
	__________________ Who is "Kaz?" Read about her at www.StopKaz.com. Curious about Sylvia Browne? Read about her at www.StopSylvia.com. Ever wonder "What's the Harm?" with psychics, alternative medicine, etc?

25th February 2011, 11:18 PM	#7
Sideroxylon Gavagai! Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Turkey Posts: 10,623	Congrats. I look forward to listening.
	__________________ 'The first principle is that you must not fool yourself - and you are the easiest person to fool.' - Richard Feynman

25th February 2011, 11:47 PM	#8
RSLancastr www.StopSylvia.com Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Salem, Oregon Posts: 15,539	Originally Posted by Sideroxylon Congrats. I look forward to listening. Thanks!
	__________________ Who is "Kaz?" Read about her at www.StopKaz.com. Curious about Sylvia Browne? Read about her at www.StopSylvia.com. Ever wonder "What's the Harm?" with psychics, alternative medicine, etc?

26th February 2011, 12:49 AM	#9
RSL's better half RSL Groupie Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Oregon! Posts: 1,154	Sorry for any confusion, blo-bru. The first show is March 5th, allowing Robert a week to prepare. I guess the schedule was submitted prior to this agreement.
	__________________ "If all those people knew what an insignificant, worthless, undeserving person I really am, they wouldn't ask me for advice on laundry detergent, let alone their lives and spirituality." - Sylvia Browne

26th February 2011, 04:35 AM	#10
Arouet Thinker Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Toronto Posts: 165	Great to see! Pls post the archive link when it goes up. Maybe they'll let you release it as a podcast on itunes so we can get them automatically.
	__________________ _{Doubt is not a pleasant condition, but certainty is absurd - Voltaire}

26th February 2011, 04:55 AM	#11
Senex Illuminator Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: An autobody repair shop in Connecticut Posts: 3,546	That's great. I've always believed paranormal thinkers had zero tolerance for skeptics. Your kind, respectful and gentle approach has paid dividends. I'll be listening. Best of luck.
	__________________ I am the one who knocks! Walter White

26th February 2011, 05:05 AM	#12
arthwollipot Observer of Phenomena Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: The other side of your screen Posts: 43,005	Originally Posted by Arouet Great to see! Pls post the archive link when it goes up. Maybe they'll let you release it as a podcast on itunes so we can get them automatically. I was about to ask - is there a podcast version? I'd subscribe!
	__________________ Jadey (in RvB game thread): I just want to take a moment to commend Arth on his role as Parasitic Alien Tumor. I think he really connected with the character and there were times when I forgot that he was just acting. That's the kind of talent that you can't teach.

26th February 2011, 05:12 AM	#13
Rasmus Philosopher Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 6,138	Nay! There, happy? All the best!
Rasmus Philosopher Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 6,138	__________________ "Well, the religious community could not just make it up." - JetLeg

26th February 2011, 07:52 AM	#14
Irish Murdoch Critical Thinker Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 373	I'm saying "Yay" rather than "Nay". I think the whole thing is fantastic, and much needed.
	__________________ Most people would rather die than think. In fact they do. (Bertrand Russell)

26th February 2011, 08:18 AM	#15
Resume Philosopher Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 8,021	Good luck. Hopefully you'll make some converts.
Resume Philosopher Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 8,021

26th February 2011, 08:24 AM	#16
sadhatter Philosopher Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 5,743	Originally Posted by RSLancastr I was most of the way through composing one of my War and Peace-length posts announcing what I am about to do when My Better Half sent the following email to many of our friends and relations, saying it all in far fewer words: I had her add the following, in hopes of preventing anyone from beating me to announce it here: This is that announcement. No nay saying here, and trust me if there was nay saying to be done i would be doing it, i have a low tolerance for selling out to get exposure. But that is not what your doing rob, awesome job. You got your own radio show, as someone who loves working with that medium, and still feels it has a certain " punch" i say good job.
sadhatter Philosopher Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 5,743

26th February 2011, 10:42 AM	#17
RossFW Muse Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 843	RSL, You understand that, if you do effective, logical shows, you will be canned within weeks?
RossFW Muse Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 843

26th February 2011, 11:09 AM	#18
RSL's better half RSL Groupie Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Oregon! Posts: 1,154	Originally Posted by RossFW RSL, You understand that, if you do effective, logical shows, you will be canned within weeks? Oh! How many of these shows have you listened to? Perhaps you could enlighten us with your vast experience. Sorry. I just had to get sarcastic this morning, and you being the only real "nay-sayer" so far, I pounced on you. I am not an expert on this subject, but I would venture to say that there is no way of knowing how this show will be received because I believe this show sets a precedent. Judging by how well Robert has been received in their chat room, I think the show will do well. Knowing Robert's style of discussion or 'argument,' if you will, I see this one-hour show becoming a sort-of "the hour of respectful disagreement." And, knowing Robert's skills with debate, he just might give folks a bit to ponder, another way to look at things, get them to question what they believe. That, I believe, is always healthy.
	__________________ "If all those people knew what an insignificant, worthless, undeserving person I really am, they wouldn't ask me for advice on laundry detergent, let alone their lives and spirituality." - Sylvia Browne

26th February 2011, 11:26 AM	#19
ExMinister RSL Acolyte Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 2,749	Can I still be your first and favorite acolyte when you hit the big-time?? Congratulations!! Here's hoping it's a resounding success right from the get-go!
ExMinister RSL Acolyte Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 2,749	__________________ www.stopsylvia.com

26th February 2011, 11:30 AM	#20
RSLancastr www.StopSylvia.com Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Salem, Oregon Posts: 15,539	Originally Posted by Arouet Great to see! Pls post the archive link when it goes up. Maybe they'll let you release it as a podcast on itunes so we can get them automatically. thanks! If it does get archived, it will most likely be on the station's "On Demand" page, which I believe is www.para-x.com/demand.html, If that doesn't bring up the page, go to www.para-x.com.com and click on "on Demand" in the menu at top. you would then have to scroll down through the alphabetic list of shows to where "Resident Skeptic" will be, and pick the episode to hear or download. As far as Podcasting the shows, I spoke briefly with my show's producer this morning, and he said he knows how to do that. dunno if it will be in place by the first episode, though. Originally Posted by Senex That's great. I've always believed paranormal thinkers had zero tolerance for skeptics. Your kind, respectful and gentle approach has paid dividends. I'll be listening. Best of luck. Thanks, Senex! Originally Posted by arthwollipot I was about to ask - is there a podcast version? I'd subscribe! In the works, thanks! Originally Posted by Rasmus Nay! There, happy? All the best! There's (at least) one in every crowd... and thanks! Originally Posted by Irish Murdoch I'm saying "Yay" rather than "Nay". I think the whole thing is fantastic, and much needed. Thanks, IM! Originally Posted by Resume Good luck. Hopefully you'll make some converts. Thanks. I don't know about "converts", but I hope to get some folks to at least give theskeptical POV some consideration.
	__________________ Who is "Kaz?" Read about her at www.StopKaz.com. Curious about Sylvia Browne? Read about her at www.StopSylvia.com. Ever wonder "What's the Harm?" with psychics, alternative medicine, etc?

26th February 2011, 11:56 AM	#21
RSLancastr www.StopSylvia.com Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Salem, Oregon Posts: 15,539	Originally Posted by RossFW RSL, You understand that, if you do effective, logical shows, you will be canned within weeks? While the show failing is of course a possibility, I doubt that my being "effective" will play into it. i have received nothing but support from the station owner/manager, other hosts, and the "rank and file" in the chat room. I have no reason to believe that, as long as my show is interesting, I would be "canned" for being too effective.
	__________________ Who is "Kaz?" Read about her at www.StopKaz.com. Curious about Sylvia Browne? Read about her at www.StopSylvia.com. Ever wonder "What's the Harm?" with psychics, alternative medicine, etc?

26th February 2011, 11:59 AM	#22
RSLancastr www.StopSylvia.com Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Salem, Oregon Posts: 15,539	Originally Posted by ExMinister Can I still be your first and favorite acolyte when you hit the big-time?? Congratulations!! Here's hoping it's a resounding success right from the get-go! ExM, you will always be my first acolyte. Favorite? Depends on if My Better Half ever becomes an acolyte... and thanks for the kind words.
	__________________ Who is "Kaz?" Read about her at www.StopKaz.com. Curious about Sylvia Browne? Read about her at www.StopSylvia.com. Ever wonder "What's the Harm?" with psychics, alternative medicine, etc? Last edited by RSLancastr; 26th February 2011 at 12:00 PM.

26th February 2011, 12:12 PM	#23
Mike! Official Ponylandistanian National Treasure. Respect it! Join Date: May 2010 Location: Ponylandistan! Where the bacon grows on trees! Can it get any better than that? I submit it can not! Posts: 10,229	Honey and flies, who'd have thought it? Congrats, hope it pans out into something huge!
	__________________ "Never judge a man until you’ve walked a mile in his shoes... Because then it won't really matter, you’ll be a mile away and have his shoes."

26th February 2011, 01:19 PM	#24
rjh01 Gentleman of leisure Tagger Join Date: May 2005 Location: Planet Earth Posts: 17,179	Congratulations. I hope the show gets on many radio stations. Maybe even a TV show?

26th February 2011, 02:52 PM	#25
RSLancastr www.StopSylvia.com Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Salem, Oregon Posts: 15,539	Originally Posted by Mike! Honey and flies, who'd have thought it? Congrats, hope it pans out into something huge! thanks, Mike!!
	__________________ Who is "Kaz?" Read about her at www.StopKaz.com. Curious about Sylvia Browne? Read about her at www.StopSylvia.com. Ever wonder "What's the Harm?" with psychics, alternative medicine, etc?

26th February 2011, 02:54 PM	#26
RSLancastr www.StopSylvia.com Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Salem, Oregon Posts: 15,539	Originally Posted by rjh01 Congratulations. I hope the show gets on many radio stations. Maybe even a TV show? thanks, rj! but I have, as they say, a face for radio.
	__________________ Who is "Kaz?" Read about her at www.StopKaz.com. Curious about Sylvia Browne? Read about her at www.StopSylvia.com. Ever wonder "What's the Harm?" with psychics, alternative medicine, etc?

26th February 2011, 03:01 PM	#27
ExMinister RSL Acolyte Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 2,749	Originally Posted by RSLancastr ExM, you will always be my first acolyte. Favorite? Depends on if My Better Half ever becomes an acolyte... and thanks for the kind words. Deal. I will consider myself the favorite-just-after-Better-Half then, ha. Mr. ExM will have to get in line for third.
ExMinister RSL Acolyte Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 2,749	__________________ www.stopsylvia.com

26th February 2011, 03:27 PM	#28
blobru Philosopher Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 6,590	Originally Posted by RSL's better half Sorry for any confusion, blo-bru. The first show is March 5th, allowing Robert a week to prepare. I guess the schedule was submitted prior to this agreement. Thank you, Susan. Take it as a good omen -- if you believe in that sort of thing -- how anxious they are to have him onboard.
blobru Philosopher Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 6,590	__________________ "Say to them, 'I am Nobody!'" -- Ulysses to the Cyclops "Never mind. I can't read." -- Hokulele to the Easter Bunny Last edited by blobru; 26th February 2011 at 03:28 PM.

26th February 2011, 04:24 PM	#29
EeneyMinnieMoe Philosopher Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 6,660	Wow, that's great. You must be so thrilled. Good luck with it! So, what's the planned topic for the first episode?
	__________________ Help Robert out- please visit (Stop) Sylvia Browne ! StopJohnofGod.blogspot.com

26th February 2011, 04:34 PM	#30
jhunter1163 Beer-Swilling Semiliterate Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Room 118, Bohemian Grove Marriott Posts: 15,576	Don't worry about naysayers; saying nay is what they do. Good luck with the show!

26th February 2011, 04:57 PM	#31
HawaiiBigSis List Management Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Under the rainbow Posts: 5,028	Coolio!
	__________________ The easy confidence with which I know another man's religion is folly teaches me to suspect that my own is also. - Mark Twain

26th February 2011, 05:36 PM	#32
RSLancastr www.StopSylvia.com Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Salem, Oregon Posts: 15,539	Originally Posted by EeneyMinnieMoe Wow, that's great. You must be so thrilled. thanks. I am pretty excited about it, yes. Quote: Good luck with it! thanks! Quote: So, what's the planned topic for the first episode? well, not sure the first episode will be much more than me defining skepticism, and discussing the believer/skeptic dynamic.
	__________________ Who is "Kaz?" Read about her at www.StopKaz.com. Curious about Sylvia Browne? Read about her at www.StopSylvia.com. Ever wonder "What's the Harm?" with psychics, alternative medicine, etc?

26th February 2011, 05:38 PM	#33
MrBooglemaumau Critical Thinker Join Date: May 2010 Location: other side of Aldebaran Posts: 337	Absolutely thrilled to hear this good news Robert ..More power to you.I will definitely be one to listen in....

27th February 2011, 12:04 PM	#34
RSLancastr www.StopSylvia.com Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Salem, Oregon Posts: 15,539	thanks, Mr. BMM!
	__________________ Who is "Kaz?" Read about her at www.StopKaz.com. Curious about Sylvia Browne? Read about her at www.StopSylvia.com. Ever wonder "What's the Harm?" with psychics, alternative medicine, etc?

27th February 2011, 01:48 PM	#35
Mr. Skinny Alien Cryogenic Engineer Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Dayton, Ohio Posts: 8,192	I think you should have Claus Flodin Larsen as the first guest on your Resident Skeptic show! He's polite.
	__________________ U.S.L.S 1969-1975 "thanks skinny. And bite me. :-) - The Bad Astronomer, 11/15/02 on Paltalk "He's harmless in a rather dorky way." - Katana "Deities do not organize, they command." - Hokulele