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Keith Giles, a self-proclaimed heretic and former Evangelical; Dr. Safi Kaskas, a devout Muslim; Gregory T. Smith, an ex-Southern Baptist Pastor whose journey led him to explore Neopaganism and Taoism; Matthew DiStefano, a book publisher dwelling in the realm that lies between Christianity and secular humanism; and Caleb, a practicing Bahá'í. What common threads of belief connect these diverse individuals? And how do they navigate disagreements while fostering an attitude of openness towards people with differing perspectives and beliefs? Together, they engage in a candid examina...

Historian Dame Mary Beard suggests that thinking about the Roman Empire gives modern men "a safe space for being macho in".

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The Aug. 8, 2023, episode of “The Ezra Klein Show.”

Konrad goes toe to toe with an ex-Christian Atheist named Will, who creates content critiquing the Christian worldview. Alice tries to convert a Christian lobbyist named Chris from the Australian Christian Lobby. We discuss: Arguments FOR churches paying taxes: Separation of religious organizations from other non-profits. Churches should be held accountable and have a more complicated tax system. Financial transparency is necessary to ensure money is spent appropriately. False counseling services and lack of regulation are concerning. Churches should be taxed like businesses to ensure accounta...