Penn & Teller: Bull! — Season 2

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) opposes all animal experimentation, irrespective of any possible advantages for humans. Their stance extends to advocating for a ban on pet ownership and supporting the release of companion…

We’re now being assured that our safety demands a bewildering array of precautions, from anti-terrorism gas masks to disposable toilet seat covers. Yet, crime rates are declining, not escalating. The odds of being struck by lightning are fo…

Romantic love – it’s a kind of fantasy, not unlike believing in Santa Claus. The reality is that those first intoxicating feelings are simply a chemical reaction. And, like any drug, their intensity fades with time. We'll explore the myth o…

A vast conflict is unfolding within America itself, a struggle the nation appears to be losing ground in. Twenty billion dollars annually are poured into drug enforcement efforts, yet the illicit drug trade flourishes unchecked. One must qu…

The reality is stark: recycling doesn’t work. The industry itself generates pollution, requires government subsidies to remain afloat due to its inherent inefficiency, and ultimately serves no essential purpose. Despite what many believe, o…

We’re tackling a subject often considered untouchable: The Bible itself. Prepare to examine the apparent inconsistencies and contradictions within its pages. Why this ambiguity? Shouldn't something proclaimed as divinely inspired possess an…

The New Age movement has become a marketer’s paradise. From scented soaps to yoga, crystals, herbs, and tarot readings, we seem eager to embrace it all. Join us on a journey to Sedona, Arizona, the heart of this phenomenon, where we will ch…

The encouraging truth is this: we are living longer lives. The less welcome reality, however, is that as those years accumulate, society increasingly suggests something is amiss with the process itself, prompting us to undertake often misgu…

We harbor a deep-seated fear of death. Yet, each of us must confront it eventually, perhaps more than once should someone dear pass away before us. But what precisely inspires this dread? We intend to demonstrate that even in the face of mo…

A program dedicated to exploring language itself—the weight and influence we ascribe to words—is now examining recent moves by the Federal Communications Commission and similar organizations seeking to control profanity. It seems the founda…

There’s no definitive evidence suggesting that Alcoholics Anonymous or any similar twelve-step program offers greater success than quitting abruptly, practicing moderation, or seeking professional medical intervention. Indeed, there's consi…

Forget the latest workout craze. Here’s a surprising truth: your body type is largely determined by genetics. Discard those fitness machines, cancel your gym memberships, and toss out those exercise guides – the fundamental size and shape o…

Some subjects are pure fabrication, while others—like hypnosis—blend a kernel of genuine possibility with a considerable amount of deception. We’ll delve into this world, exposing where the falsehoods reside. The fundamental truth is that y…


