**At October Skeptics in the Pub, we set sail for the high seas ...**

Our speakers are **Lara Benham** and **Richard Saunders**, who recently went on a cruise through the Bermuda Triangle ... and survived.

Lara will talk about maritime superstitions, taking a skeptical look at sailor beliefs about luck, danger, and who (or what) shouldn’t be on board.

Richard will explore the history of various sea monsters from around the world, and will look at their cultural significance.

**After the presentation:**
Following the presentation and question time, we will hand the microphone over to one audience member for a 5 minute chat on a sceptical topic of their choice. It can be a news item, your own sceptical "special subject" or an encounter with everyday scepticism. If you're interested in sharing something with your fellow pubbers, let Tim Mendham know before the talk.
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On the first Thursday of each month, Australian Skeptics and friends get together for Skeptics in the Pub. People generally start arriving at around 6pm after work. The talk begins at 7pm and lasts for about 30 minutes. The night finishes when the last person leaves.

Enjoy a meal and a drink accompanied by lively discussion, free spoon bending lessons and the company of other sceptics, as we cover a variety of interesting topics.

There is no need to belong to Australian Skeptics - all are welcome. Bring friends too.

Please take a moment to read our Code of Conduct:
[https://www.skeptics.com.au/events/code-of-conduct/](https://www.skeptics.com.au/events/code-of-conduct/)

Parking is available nearby at:

* 71 York Street Car Park (Wilson Parking)
* Landmark Car Park (Secure Parking), 24 York Street
* 321 Kent Street Car Park (Wilson Parking), ENTRY 86 Sussex Street
* Queen Victoria Building Car Park (Wilson Parking), 111 York Street

*REMINDER - If you are feeling ill or showing any signs or symptoms of a possible COVID (or indeed any) infection, please do not attend.*

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