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In a recent interview, professor Richard Dawkins admitted that religion plays an essential role in human flourishing despite its inherent falsity. The claim is far from unique. Social psychologists like Jonathan Haidt continue to point to the societal benefits of religion while maintaining a naturalistic perspective. In this episode, we dive into the role of religion and consider why we’re often hardwired for suspicion on this topic.
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In a recent interview, professor Richard Dawkins admitted that religion plays an essential role in human flourishing despite its inherent falsity. The claim is far from unique. Social psychologists like Jonathan Haidt continue to point to the societal benefits of religion while maintaining a naturalistic perspective. In this episode, we dive into the role of religion and consider why we’re often hardwired for suspicion on this topic.

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