Segment 1: On the Death of Reading
Ray Bradbury famously observed that if you want a society to stop reading, you don’t actually need to burn books – you just need to take away peoples’ interest in them. Multiple studies in recent years show that the majority of American high school and college students are reading at a level far below their grade level. Marcus discusses the importance of reading to a free and virtuous society.
Segment 2: Join 40 Days for Life in Ann Arbor
This Sunday, February 15, 40 Days for Life in Ann Arbor will host its kickoff rally and Jericho march. Keynote speaker Alexander Richmond has a preview.
Segment 3: What the Research Says about Gender Dysphoria (2 segments)
Although gender dysphoria is discussed regularly in the popular press and on social media, most people don’t have an understanding of the elements which make up the diagnosis. Additionally, many people don’t understand what the scientific literature says about treatments for this condition. Dr. Steven Rouhana joins us.