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Episode 221: Anti-Science Mugging on the Right and the Ascent of American Anti-Intellectualism

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The Rise of Anti-Intellectualism and its Political Implications

This chapter examines the rise of anti-intellectualism in American society and its negative impact on scientific discourse and public understanding. It draws historical parallels to conflicts like that between the Catholic Church and Galileo, illustrating how such sentiments are used for political manipulation and control.

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