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Jewish … or just Atheist? (w/ David Silverman)

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Sam moderates a discussion between Becky and David Silverman on whether atheism and Jewish identity are desirable or even compatible. Dan joins to comment and present a moment of science. David Silverman has served as President of American Atheists since 2010, having been an atheist activist since for more than 10 years prior. Dave has […]

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CFIV5: Eugenie Scott

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Sam talks science education with Becky and Eugenie Scott. Later, Mike Warbington joins in the studio for discussion of recent news and listener emails.   The column referenced in today’s show is avaiable here.

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Person of the Year?

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This week, Dan, Mike and Sam catch up on news and emails, and discuss the awarding of Time’s “Person of the Year” award to Pope Francis and why, even with the storied history of the award, this is a bad idea.

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CFI Variations 4: Leonard Mlodinow

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This week, Sam and Becky talk to physicist, screenwriter and author Leonard Mlodinow, who (in addition to writing for Star Trek and MacGyver) is the author of “Subliminal: How Your Unconscious Mind Rules Your Behavior.”  In the second half, Nick joins us to talk current events.

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CFI Variations 3: Michael De Dora

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This week, our CFI interviews continue with Michael De Dora, the director for CFI’s Office of Public Policy and the organization’s representative to the United Nations.   In the second half of the show, Mike joins Sam and Becky to talk about the Pierce County meeting last week and Sylvia Browne.

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