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Feb 25, 2014 — &
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Neuroscientist Judson Brewer analyzes a recent study linking mind wandering and creative thought. Plus: A scientific version of karma.

Feb 24, 2014 — &
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Kevin Glass talks to Jason Kuznicki about his computer game–inspired critique of technocratic rule. Plus: Jim Crow for gays?

Feb 23, 2014 — &
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Could genetic engineering advance animal welfare? Science journalist Emily Anthes speaks to Hal Herzog, professor of psychology. Plus: Hijack a nervous system (for $99).

Feb 22, 2014 — &
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Robert Wright and Leda Cosmides discuss the importance of understanding human nature. Plus: Does a man’s physique shape his ideology?

Feb 21, 2014 — &
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Bill Scher and Matt Lewis debate. Plus: The siren song of Donald Trump.

Feb 20, 2014 — &
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Greg Marx and Jane McDonnell discuss the new wave of independent online media start-ups. Plus: The risks of online journalism.

Feb 18, 2014 — &
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Robert Wright and John Judis consider what a solution to the Israel-Palestine conflict might look like. Plus: Israel’s founding, reconsidered.

Feb 17, 2014 — &
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Harry Siegel and Sally Goldenberg evaluate how New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio has handled the winter weather. Plus: Centrist Andrew Cuomo vs. progressive Bill de Blasio.

Feb 16, 2014 — &
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Do we worry too much about offending others? Ann Althouse and Glenn Loury wonder whether free speech is in danger. Plus: Kids these days and their non-binary genders.

Feb 15, 2014 — &
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Evolutionary psychologist Doug Kenrick discusses some strange unconscious causes of animosity between ethnic groups. Plus: Obsolete instincts.

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