Mueller Investigation Update, Grammy Results, Secularism: Politics, Religion, and Freedom

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In the wake of confirmed reports that President Trump sought to dismiss Special Counsel Robert Mueller, we look at the latest developments in the investigation into possible collusion between Russians and the Trump campaign. We speak to the author of a new book that examines secularism from the eighteenth century to today, looking at what role religion has and should play in public life. And we also talk about the results of the Grammy Awards.

Featured in this Show

  • The Current Status Of The Mueller Investigation

    In the wake of confirmed reports that President Trump sought to dismiss Special Counsel Robert Mueller, we look at the latest developments in the investigation into possible collusion between Russians and the Trump campaign, and whether Congress may act to provide Mueller with special protections.

  • 60th Annual Grammy Awards

    The 60th Annual Grammy Awards brought performances by Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, Childish Gambino and more. In addition to the music, stars brought statements of solidarity and definite nods to social justice movements like #metoo. We take a look at what this year’s Grammy Awards had to offer us with our guest.

  • Secularism: Politics, Religion, And Freedom

    The separation of church and state is a key part of U.S. history and identity that most Americans are taught. To this day, though, the country continues to see debates over what the role of religion should be in public life, especially in recent fights over religious liberty laws. A secular writer tells us why he believes secularism is at risk today in the U.S. and abroad.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Judith Siers-Poisson Producer
  • Natalie Guyette Producer
  • Haleema Shah Producer
  • Frank Tuerkheimer Guest
  • Justin Barney Guest
  • Andrew Copson Guest

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