Imagine There’s No Heaven, La Crosse Mayor On Disaster Prevention, The Science Of Tasty Gluten-Free

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Atheism has helped create the modern world. Rob Ferrett and Gene Purcell ask what effect that’s had on us. Then they speak with the mayor of La Crosse about a push to increase disaster prevention along the Mississippi and explore the world of gluten-free baking.

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Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Amanda Magnus Producer
  • Mitchell Stephens Guest
  • Jack Bishop Guest

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