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May 30
1h 29m

Some 'Intellectuals' Make It Sound Deep ...

Richard Dawkins
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In this episode of The Poetry of Reality, Richard Dawkins joins Peter Boghossian for a compelling conversation about Richard's latest book, The Genetic Book of the Dead along with a wide array of topics including evolution, genetics, science, and the broader cultural forces that shape our understanding of truth. This episode was filmed as part of Richard ... Show More
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