Altho some things are/were a deliberate conspiracy..?
Occam's razor and plurality, I think yes
They might constitute actual conspiracies, yes. But from my view, our first goal is to simply establish plurality of material argument. Establishing conspiracy is much akin to establishing proof. It comes later in the process (or most of the time not at all), making it a red herring for most discussions.
It is much like a legal case. First one establishes breach of agreement, then intent to breach (scienter), then prior intent (fraud), then racketeering (multiple parties). In that order. One cannot start with accusations of racketeering (conspiracy) because a judge might look askance at the discipline of such an accusation's legal discipline. It is best to stay away from accusations of conspiracy, and counter accusations of conspiracy theory - because neither is really relevant nor helpful. It is a rhetorical way for dishonest agents to make self appear smart.
Am I right in thinking women don't often talk on forums at Skeptiko?
This is my opinion, but we have to change the forum culture if we want new and diverse membership.
Alex has an excellent theme and depth established with his show, which merits more visibility inside the otherwise shallow disservice of the subject in other forums. This is simply my view after growing bored with the obtuse one-liners in a number of other 'paranormal' forums - but in my opinion, we need to be different. :) If we are connected with something extraordinary or maturing - then show it (and some of our members do).
But yes, gender plurality would be refreshing and vital inside any discussion of erstwhile spirit, its journey and process of learning/refinement in this realm.
Anyway - back to the topic... learning a LOT here.
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