Behind the Bastards
Part One: Kent Hovind: Fake Dinosaur Scholar and Accidental Child Killer
May 28, 2024
Molly Conger discusses Kent Hovind, the self-declared doctor of dinosaur studies for the Creationist museum. Topics include Hovind's controversial background, accusations of enabling a pedophile, legal troubles, and his unique career path promoting creationism globally. The episode explores his unconventional views on evolution, financial exploits, tax evasion, and the rise and fall of a figure known for his fraudulent schemes.
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- Kent Hovind's questionable academic credentials and lack of accreditation raise doubts about his legitimacy as a dinosaur scholar.
- Hovind distorts evolution concepts, framing them as a religious belief and misinterpreting scientific principles to match his creationist narrative.
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Kent Hovind - A Controversial Christian Educator
Kent Hovind, known for his beliefs in creationism and his fiery debates against evolutionists. He runs a dinosaur-themed park that is criticized for being subpar compared to others. Hovind defends his views by arguing that evolution is a religion and claims dinosaurs were on Noah's Ark.
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