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The first issue under the name Skeptical Inquirer appeared in the Fall and Winter of 1976. This publication marked the birth of modern skepticism in the English-speaking world following the departure of the original editor Marcello Truzzi.
Stephen Hupp, a psychology professor at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, took over as editor in June 2023. He replaced Stuart Vyse who served as interim editor following the death of Kendrick Frazier in November 2022.
The magazine evolved from a quarterly digest to a bimonthly standard magazine in 1995. This change included adding newsstand circulation to its subscription model to reach a broader audience.
The publication launched an audio version available on podcast sites in 2025. This move ensures its message reaches listeners who prefer audio formats.
Paul Kurtz founded the Committee for the Scientific Investigation of Claims of the Paranormal, later known as CSICOP. He argued that when paranormal beliefs gained wide public attention, the skeptical position deserved equal media coverage.