Monthly Archives: October 2010
Whisky Highballs in Kyoto
I have a bit time before my talk today so I thought I would write a short blog. So far my visit has been really enjoyable and my host Shoji Itakura has been incredibly kind. My post-doc, Thalia and I … Continue reading
Filed under General Thoughts
I am the Kitty Man
Here is the latest German version of SuperSense and yes, you have guessed it, it’s a cat. Despite my initial reluctance to cats, I am now becoming quite inclined to them. After all, who could not fall in love with … Continue reading
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TAM Socks It to Skeptics
Just about every religion has some form of sacred object. These objects become the focus of belief systems and sacred values to be shared by the group. Reverence and fetishism of these objects is a mark of identity and faith. … Continue reading
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Spot the Difference
Just back from TAM London where I had a great time as a tourist. I got to hang out without the hassle and stress of being a speaker. The day started early for me with 7:15 train to London with … Continue reading
Filed under General Thoughts, In the News
It’s the Wrong Time of the Month for Maoris
Many cultures have contamination beliefs about menstruation. Most notably in the Orthodox Jewish tradition of niddah, menstruating women must remain separated from their husband during their period and take a ritual cleansing bath at the end. Women may test whether … Continue reading
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Same Face Syndrome
Have you ever noticed that the first person that people look for in a group photograph is themselves? Many people think that the whole photograph is ruined if everyone looks perfect but they happen to be the only one not … Continue reading
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Let Me In
I have a pre-publication of Nic Humphrey’s new book on consciousness, “Soul Dust,” published by Quercus. I hadn’t heard of this publisher before and so looked them up. They are one of the fastest growing publishers in the UK and … Continue reading
Filed under General Thoughts, In the News, supernatural
