Only that long? I first started becoming concerned maybe 6 or 7 years ago.
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I've been concerned for at least that long. I have spoken out about the state of skepticism and have said publicly that I don't like to identify as a skeptic because of all the BS that's going on; the problem is that there isn't a better term. 1/2
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To this end,
@PrismPodcast has a show lined up at NECSS with me, Clay,@FinchLydia,@MrMMarsh, and@crackedscience to analyze the "State of Skepticism" and hopefully offer solutions to what plagues the movement. Something needs to happen. 2/23 replies 7 retweets 25 likes -
Replying to @SkepticalDDS @gorskon and
You make it sound like it’s on the schedule at NECSS! People will be disappointed to find out its a private recording. Should we charge $150 for tickets? :p
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Replying to @crackedscience @gorskon and
It's the American Skeptic way! For an extra fee, you can come hang out with the Prism celebrities beyond the velvet rope where rank and file skeptics aren't allowed!
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Replying to @SkepticalDDS @crackedscience and
Since I wasn't invited, I guess I'll pass. I've never paid extra to hang out with skeptic celebrities.
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Replying to @gorskon @crackedscience and
You don't have to, nor do I. Because we're posh. But if the rank and file want to touch the hem of Randi's or the SGU's garments, they have to pony up. You don't see this behaviour at
@QEDcon , BTW. (And I hope it stays that way) It is as different as night and day.5 replies 1 retweet 5 likes -
Replying to @SkepticalDDS @gorskon and
Grant - that's a bit unfair. The SGU makes itself completely available to all attendees. We hang out, chat with guests, go to the events, and are completely approachable. Like all conferences, people can pay for extra events that take extra work.
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Replying to @SkepticsGuide @gorskon and
Don't get me wrong. I love the SGU and everyone associated with you! And I know everyone is approachable during the conferences. You guys are great, and I'm sorry I singled you out. However, I do have a problem with the "Class System" that is inherent in American Skepticism.
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Replying to @SkepticalDDS @SkepticsGuide and
I still disagree. There is nothing different about skepticism than any other social group. And there is no "class" system - people who's work has value tend to get recognized. Yes, there are self-promoters, like everywhere.
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I have disagree that there is no class system in skepticism. I only started to appreciate that there is one several years ago, after I started to ascend into its upper 50th percentile. As you say, skepticism is like any other human social group.
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Replying to @gorskon @stevennovella and
This should be a longer conversation. Twitter is limited. I object to referring to this as a "class" system. It has much more to do with just being familiar with people you work with.
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Replying to @SkepticsGuide @stevennovella and
Maybe "class system" doesn't quite convey the idea. Maybe "celebrity system" is a better term. Or maybe a bit of a hybrid. As for the rest, Twitter is Twitter. I used say Twitter is limited too, but discovered it's possible to have surprisingly in depth discussions on Twitter.
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