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People say that they trust scientists, yet evidence often takes a back seat to emotions. In fact, for issues that cause the loudest public furor - like vaccine safety - there is almost no debate in the scientific community. This audiobook examines the science behind today’s most contentious debates - including gun control, GMOs, and evolution, as well as strategies for understanding and coping with denialism.

Embark on a captivating journey through the first volume of a ten-part series that explores the monumental epochs in American history, from Columbuss arrival to the construction of the Panama Canal. This volume delves into the formative years between 1000 AD and 1682, featuring narratives from those who experienced these pivotal moments firsthand. Join us as we unveil the stories that shaped the United States, as told by the very individuals who witnessed them. - Summary by Kikisaulite

It is one of our most honored clichés that America is an idea and not a nation. This is false. America is indisputably a nation, and one that desperately needs to protect its interests, its borders, and its identity. The Brexit vote and the election of Donald Trump swept nationalism to the...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER “Lichtman has written what may be the most important book of the year.” —The Hill What are the ranges and limitations of presidential authority? What are the standards of truthfulness that a president must uphold? What will it take to impeach Donald J. Trump? Professor...

An audiobook for the ages featuring the voices of Women's March Organizers, as well as Ashley Judd, Jia Tolentino, Cindi Leive, Kateri Akiwenzie-Damm, Sister Aisha Al-Adawiya, Melanie Campbell, Judith LeBlanc, Ai-Jen Poo, Robin Miles, January LaVoy, Thérèse Plummer, and James Fouhey. In...

""These are the boys of Pointe du Hoc. Theseare the men who took the cliffs. These are thechampions who helped free a continent. Theseare the heroes who helped end a war.""—Ronald Reagan, June 6, 1984,Normandy, France Acclaimed historian and author of the ""New York Times"" bestselling Tour of...

National Bestseller Don’t despair. Don’t retreat. Fight back. A call-to-action for Democrats, moderate Republicans, and other anti-Trump dissenters, detailing the history of social and political policies, how Obama treated them, how Trump has the power to undermine them, and what people can...

Watching the news might cause some anxiety this is a conversational podcast with a splash of humor. We young adults try to make sense of the world around them.

Dive into Problems in American Democracy, a comprehensive exploration of both the underlying and visible challenges facing democratic systems, particularly the American model. This in-depth analysis is perfect for those eager to deepen their understanding of various government structures and the foundational principles of democracy in the United States. (Summary by Allyson Hester)

Join me for a brand new podcast that explores the research projects that are funded by the government. Each week I will have a guest on who has received a research grant and we will discuss what they spend the money on, explain their research and explain why their project is important.