Rumor Flies

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Rumor Flies comically addresses the origins, evolution, and veracity of your favorite rumors, myths, and misconceptions. Tune in for more research, stories, and unsolicited commentary! Participation encouraged.

Mythconceptions: An Interview with "Truth in Advertising"

Shana Mueller of "Truth in Advertising" (TINA) was generous enough to discuss the problems (and misconceptions) of "false advertising" in the US. Sarah's candor about her work and her commitment to TINA's mission of accountability in the advertising world made for a fantastic and productive conversation. 

Where is the line for what constitutes "false advertising" and when does the responsibility fall on the consumer? What are the legal ramifications of false advertising and what protections do companies have from frivolous claims? Join us on this very special bonus episode of Rumor Flies! 

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Bonus: Halloween Myths

Grab your candy buckets and get ready for this Rumor Flies extra treat! Is Halloween a Pagan holiday? Has candy been poisoned and distributed to trick-or-treaters? Is there an adoption ban on black cats? Find out on this extra spooky episode of Rumor Flies!

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210 - Dr. Oz and Infowars (ft. Blurry Photos)

The season finale is here! Join us (along with special guests, Dave and David of Blurry Photos) as we use research, common sense, and a wee bit of pent up aggression, to take on the great snake oil salesmen of our time! 

What is actually in the products promoted by Dr. Oz and Alex Jones? Do these products actually work as intended? Where is the line between endorsement and suggestion? Congressional hearings, potentially harmful substances, and rage await you on this week's Rumor Flies

This week's musical guest/track: Lady Lamb - "Taxidermist, Taxidermist"

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209 - Alcohol: Breaking the Seal

Does "carbing up" reduce the impact of alcohol? Does the Green Fairy haunt Absinthe? Can you make LSD from Foster's beer? Find out on this week's Rumor Flies

This week's musical guest/track: Yndi Halda - "Golden Threads from the Sun"

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208 - Sex & Pregnancy

Can you get pregnant in a hot tub? Is gravity a contraceptive? Are pregnant women "eating for two"? Find out on this week's Rumor Flies

This week's musical guest/track: Greg Schatz and Friggin' Geniuses - "I Hope You're Happy Now"

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207 - Drugs: Rehashed

Were the founding fathers in the Green Party? Can smoking bedbugs get you high? Why could bagels ruin your professional career? Come get toasty with this week's Rumor Flies!

This week's musical guest/track: Elohim - "Xanax"

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206 - Fairytales ft. Singing Bones

We are incredibly excited to announce another awesome guest for our show - Clare Testoni of Singing Bones, another great podcast in the Dark Myths collective

Is Aladdin Chinese? What is it with the Greeks and "hard lessons"? Where is the border between truth and fiction in the stories we tell? Come join us as we explore cultural origins with Clare on this week's Rumor Flies! 

This week's musical guest/track: The Great Park - Barbara Allen

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205 - Animals: Sorry, Armadillos

Should armadillos have a centuries-old grudge? Do lemmings actually dive to their deaths? What do ostriches and Roman soldiers have in common? Find out this week on Rumor Flies!

This week's musical guest/track: Lit by Fire - "Daybreak"

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203 - Food: Salty over Coffee

Is your Napoleon complex the result of coffee? What are the risks, if any, associated with aspartame? What part of your s'mores is most likely to kill you? Find out these answers and more on this week's Rumor Flies!

This week's musical guest/track: Kitty - "Dead Island"

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202 - The Anarchist Cookbook

Remember hearing about this guy in grade school? We sure do. 

Can you hypnotize your enemies? Is homemade napalm possible? Can you make drugs with peanuts and bananas? Come learn about the history, myths, and public reaction to "The Anarchist Cookbook" on this week's Rumor Flies! 

This week's musical guest/track: fpoon - "Double Edged Standard"

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