
The Week in Doubt Podcast
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TWID Replay: Walpurgis Night
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
TWID Holiday Replay: Saint Valentine (brief audio doc)
Here’s yet another holiday replay. New episode coming soon! As always…thank you for listening!
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!
TWID Replay: Aleister Crowley and the Entity Known as LAM
One from the vaults! Thank you for listening!
TWID Holiday Replay 2025: The Mari Lwyd (The Ghastly Christmas Horse of Wales)
Here's yet another holiday replay! As always...thanks for listening!
Ep 441TWID Holiday Replay: Dead Birds on Victorian Christmas Cards
Here's another holiday replay! Hope you enjoy and thanks for listening!
Ep 440TWID HOLIDAY REPLAY: A Brief History of Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving! And thanks for listening!
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!

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!
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
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
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
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!

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
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!
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!
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
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
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
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
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
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
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!
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!
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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