Follow the Science: The New Religion

Follow the Science: The New Religion

"Follow the Science: The New Religion" explores how scientific institutions have transformed from challengers of dogma to dogma enforcers. Host David Kohn moderates a heated debate between Professor Pompous (representing academic orthodoxy) and Warren Redpill (conspiracy theorist) about the corruption of scientific integrity by money, power, and gatekeeping. Key segments include "The Grant Game" exposing how funding influences research outcomes, "Peer Review Inquisition" questioning quality control in scientific publishing, and "Conspiracy Carnival" examining why institutional failures breed conspiracy theories. This premiere episode tackles controversial questions: Has science become the new religion? Do credentials matter more than evidence? Why do people increasingly distrust experts? WARNING: Contains explicit language, dark humor, and opinions that will either have you nodding vigorously or throwing your device across the room. Not for the easily offended or those who believe science is beyond criticism.