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The hosts read more listener notes, including one from a long-time listener who tracked Adam Curry's evolution from the "Podfather" to a "cynical crackpot." Another note discusses the challenges of being in a relationship where partners hold opposing political views on Obama and libertarianism.
A discussion on "denialism" features a critique of an author appearing on The Colbert Report. The segment also covers a CDC study claiming that vaccine refusal has led to a 23-fold increase in whooping cough cases, particularly in California.
Author Michael Specter's TED talk on "denialism" is criticized for equating skepticism of global warming or vaccines with a rejection of evolution. The hosts argue that Specter ignores corporate corruption in the scientific process, specifically regarding the swine flu vaccine, and acts as a "stooge" for big industry.
