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The Week in Doubt Podcast

The Week in Doubt Podcast

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TWID Replay: Walpurgis Night

May 1, 202611 min

Existential Elk Theory (Commentary with Readings from the Last Messiah)

In this episode, I explore Norwegian philosopher Peter Wessel Zapffe's "existential elk theory". As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Mar 4, 20261h 34m

TWID Holiday Replay: Saint Valentine (brief audio doc)

Here’s yet another holiday replay. New episode coming soon! As always…thank you for listening!

Feb 14, 202610 min

TWID Replay: Supplicia Canum (Punishment of the Dogs)

In this replay episode, I explore a shocking custom observed by the Ancient Romans. As always…thanks for listening!

Jan 13, 202615 min

TWID Replay: Aleister Crowley and the Entity Known as LAM

One from the vaults! Thank you for listening!

Jan 5, 202631 min

TWID Holiday Replay 2025: The Mari Lwyd (The Ghastly Christmas Horse of Wales)

Here's yet another holiday replay! As always...thanks for listening!

Dec 22, 20255 min

Ep 441TWID Holiday Replay: Dead Birds on Victorian Christmas Cards

Here's another holiday replay! Hope you enjoy and thanks for listening!

Dec 16, 20255 min

Ep 440TWID HOLIDAY REPLAY: A Brief History of Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving! And thanks for listening!

Nov 27, 202517 min

Adamski: Saucers, Aliens and Beyond...

In this long overdue episode, I explore the life of George Adamski; an alleged alien contactee who shot to fame during the 1950s. As always...thank you for listening!

Nov 22, 20251h 39m

The Demonic Labubu Crisis of 2025

An exploration of the recent viral claim that there’s a link between the ultra-popular Labubu phenomenon and the ancient Mesopotamian demon Pazuzu. As always...thanks for listening/watching!

Aug 22, 202518 min

Paranormal Investigator Dies while on Tour with "Haunted" ANNABELLE Doll

In this episode, I discuss the case of Dan Rivera; a paranormal investigator who suddenly died recently while touring with the supposedly "haunted" doll that inspired the Annabelle films. As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Aug 2, 202516 min

The Trifacial Trinity (A Brief Documentary)

An exploration of strange Trinity motifs in Medieval and Renaissance Christian art. As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Jul 11, 202513 min

Response to Jordan Peterson's Jubilee Appearance

My unscripted (and belated) response to Jordan Peterson's Jubilee event, in which he faces off against 20 atheists. As always...thank you for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Jun 18, 202556 min

Joe Rogan Finds Jesus!? An Atheist Responds...

In this impromptu episode I react to a recent viral clip in which Joe Rogan implies that Jesus is more believable than the big bang. As always...thanks for listening!

May 27, 202514 min

NEWS EP: Kanye Antisemitic Song Controversy, Plus Gaza...

In this news story episode, I offer my thoughts on Kanye West's controversial new song and also discuss the disturbing rhetoric of an Israeli media personality. As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

May 23, 202537 min

Jeffrey Sachs Reveals the Origins of Covid

In this brief impromptu episode I react to a recent clip of Professor Jeffrey Sachs revealing what he believes are the origins of covid-19. As always...thanks for listening!

May 7, 20255 min

RFK Jr. and Germ Theory Denial

Here's a short bonus episode to help make up for the recent lapse in content. As always...thank you for listening!

May 5, 202511 min

A History of the Easter Bunny (Osterhase)

In this belated Easter special, I explore the history, origins and evolution of the concept of Easter Bunny. As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

May 1, 202522 min

NEWS EP: Trump's Anti-Christian Bias Task Force, Crazy Pastors and the Return of Behemoth

This week: the Trump administration launches its previously mentioned anti-Christian bias task force, my thoughts on a new Behemoth song and my reaction to a couple of crazy Pastor clips. As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Apr 19, 202529 min

NEWS EP: Christian Fascists, Anti-Vaxx Jubilee and Satanists at the Kansas Statehouse

I felt it was about time for a good ole fashion news story episode... As always...thank you for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Apr 8, 202537 min

Was Saint Patrick Welsh? (belated Saint Patrick's Day episode)

In this follow up to one of my earliest holiday episodes, I explore the subject of Saint Patrick's birthplace; specifically the question of whether or not he was originally from what is now modern day Wales. As always...thank you for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Mar 31, 202518 min

Sam Seder vs Christian Nationalists on Jubilee (clips and response)

My reaction to some clips of Majority Host Sam Seder's Jubilee appearance in which he singlehandedly takes on a horde of debate opponents. As always...thanks for watching/listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Mar 16, 202531 min

The Noonday Demon (A Brief History)

In this special documentary episode, I explore the origins and history of an entity or phenomenon known as the Noonday Demon. To some, an actual demonic force, to others a synonym for sadness or sloth. As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Mar 7, 202520 min

Cynthia Erivo BLACK FEMALE JESUS (Piers Morgan Clips and Response)

Actress/singer Cynthia Erivo has been cast to play Jesus in an upcoming adaptation of the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical Jesus Christ Superstar. I offer my thoughts and react to some clips of a Piers Morgan panel discussion on the subject. As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher!

Feb 25, 202512 min

70 Christians Found Beheaded in an African Church (Kasanga Massacre)

In this disturbing news story episode, I discuss the recent Kasanga massacre, where 70 Christians were beheaded by militants in the Democratic Republic of Congo. As always..thanks for listening!

Feb 23, 20258 min

TRUMP and the Conservative Christian Agenda (Project 2025)

This week: televangelist Paula White appointed head of Trump's White House Faith Office, Trump's Anti Christian Bias Taskforce and the religious implications of Project 2025. As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Feb 22, 202555 min

Crowley and BEHEMOTH...Again (The Sh*t ov GOD)

Examining the role of Aleister Crowley in the video for the title track of Behemoth's upcoming album entitled the Shit of God. As always...thanks for listening/watching! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Feb 10, 202510 min

The Kubrick-Beatles Connection (The Rothschilds, Eyes Wide Shut and More!)

In this viewer requested episode, I explore the connections between the Beatles, Stanley Kubrick and the Rothschilds. As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Feb 5, 202546 min

The Occult History of Mount Shasta (a brief documentary)

In this viewer requested episode, I explore the history behind the strange occult lore surrounding California's Mount Shasta. As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Jan 23, 202515 min

Unicef REJECTS Death Metal Donation (BEHEMOTH Story)

In this short impromptu episode, I cover a story brought to my attention by a friend. It involves the Polish "blackened metal" band, Behemoth. As always...thank you for listening/watching! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Jan 12, 202513 min

DEC. 25th and Solar Worship in Ancient Rome (history documentary)

An exploration of the December 25th date for Christmas and the history of solar worship in Ancient Rome. As always...thanks you for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Jan 9, 202556 min

Billionaire Peter Thiel Makes Bizarre Claim about Atheists

In this episode I respond to some bizarre remarks Peter Thiel made concerning atheists during his recent appearance on Piers Morgan. As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Dec 16, 202415 min

Piers Morgan vs Neil deGrasse Tyson on GOD (Clips and Response)

In this episode I play some clips from Neil deGrasse Tyson's recent appearance on Piers Morgan Uncensored and offer my response. As always...thank you for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Dec 10, 20248 min

Does Jordan Peterson BELIEVE in an AFTERLIFE?

My response to Jordan Peterson's recent appearance on Piers Morgan Uncensored. Includes clips. As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Dec 3, 202413 min

What HERETIC Gets Wrong about MYTHOLOGY

In this episode I address the mythicist claims put forward in the new horror film Heretic. As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Nov 21, 202417 min

Christopher Hitchens on ISRAEL and PALESTINE (Clip and Response)

I happened upon an old clip of Christopher Hitchens on Charlie Rose, offering his thoughts on Israel and Palestine. I play it and offer my brief commentary. As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Nov 10, 20245 min

A History of SAMHAIN (with readings from the Golden Bough)

In this belated holiday special, I take an extensive look at the history of Samhain; the ancient Gaelic festival that shaped our modern Halloween. As always...thank you for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Nov 9, 20241h 0m

A Brief History of the GLASGOW SMILE

In this brief documentary style episode, I take a look at the history of the facial injury known as the "Glasgow smile". As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Oct 20, 202417 min

The Beast in New York (Aleister Crowley Documentary)

In this listener requested documentary episode, I explore notorious British occultist Aleister Crowley's time in New York. As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Oct 5, 20241h 12m

Teleporno (LOTR Episode)

In this bizarre episode, I take a not so serious look at a certain Lord of the Rings character's provocative alternate name. As always...thanks for listening/watching! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Sep 18, 202410 min

Thoughts on The Crow Remake (SPOILERS)

As a long time fan of both the 1994 original film starring Brandon Lee as well as James O'Barr's graphic novel, I offer my thoughts on the recent Crow remake starring Bill Skarsgard. As always...thanks for listening/watching! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Sep 9, 202433 min

Thoughts on Alien: Romulus (SPOILERS)

As the title implies; in this episode I offer my thoughts on the newest entry in the Aliens franchise. In my usual meandering style, I also discuss other topics such as the Evil Dead franchise and H.R. Giger along the way. As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Aug 28, 202437 min

Joe Rogan and Jordan Peterson Discuss Richard Dawkins (MY RESPONSE)

In this episode I play some clips from Jordan Peterson's recent appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience and offer my longwinded commentary. As always...thank you for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Aug 12, 202431 min

Is Deadpool & Wolverine BLASPHEMOUS!?

In this brief episode I respond to conservative Christian complaints that the new Deadpool movie is blasphemous. As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Jul 30, 20248 min

CROWLEY and LAM

In this viewer requested episode, I explore the subject of a strange entity supposedly contacted by notorious British occultist Aleister Crowley. As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Jul 22, 202431 min

Ep 439Occult Symbolism in Star Wars the ACOLYTE

Hey everyone! This week I offer a response to a claim that Disney's Star Wars tv show the Acolyte contains occult symbolism. As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Jul 1, 202446 min

The Satanic Temple vs Oklahoma Bible Class "Released Time" Bill

In this episode I discuss the Satanic Temple's reaction to an Oklahoma House bill that would allow students to miss time from their usual classes in order to “attend a course in religious or moral instruction.” As always...thank you for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Jun 17, 202422 min

Reporter Confronts DAWKINS in the Wild (My Response)

In this episode, I offer my response to a clip of Richard Dawkins being questioned about his stance on student protests. As always..thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

May 13, 202411 min

Tucker Denies Evolution on Joe Rogan Podcast (My Response)

In this episode: my response to Tucker Carlson's recent appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience. As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

May 5, 202439 min

Richard Dawkins identifies as a CULTURAL CHRISTIAN (My Response)

In this episode, I give my very longwinded response to a recent Richard Dawkins interview, in which he identifies as "culturally christian". As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubt http://palbertelli.podbean.com http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837 www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt Twitter: @theweekindoubt Also available on Stitcher

Apr 23, 202451 min