Topics, with guest Dr. Steven Novella, range from the importance of critical thinking in general, to a discussion of the importance of developing practices in healthcare and other professions as well as policies in the political arena, that are guided by good evidence and scientific research. Dr. Novella is executive editor of the blog "Science-Based Medicine", host of the podcast "Skeptics Guide to the Universe", and Master Teacher of "Your Deceptive Mind: A Scientific Guide to Critical Thinking Skills".