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Firing Line
Ross Douthat
Season 2025
Episode 15
New York Times columnist Ross Douthat discusses his book, “Believe: Why Everyone Should Be Religious.” He explains why he thinks Americans are looking for a higher power, defends organized religion, and reflects on the mystical side of UFO culture.
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