Published May 16, 2020
Special Episode: Mario Livio on Galileo
Astrophysicist Dr. Mario Livio joins James Fodor to explore Galileo's groundbreaking support for heliocentrism, his pivotal role in developing the scientific method, and his controversial clash with the Catholic Church, emphasizing the ongoing challenges of science communication and the importance of intellectual freedom.
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