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Faith Is Not a Sideshow: Why You - and the U - Need To Get Religion | Ross Douthat

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Faith Is Not a Sideshow: Why You - and the U - Need To Get Religion | Ross Douthat

January 23, 2020
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In this episode, New York Times Columnist Ross Douthat makes the case for faith and religion in academia. By sharing his own story and religious upbringing, Ross shows the link to deeper, intellectual thinking that his faith tradition and exploration afforded him. • Please like, share, subscribe to and review this podcast!

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