ECONTALK FEATURING ROSS DOUTHAT

How does one explain the world's underlying order, and why do people across cultures have similar near-death experiences? Explore these questions as Ross Douthat sits down with Russ Roberts on the EconTalk podcast.

Ross is a New York Times columnist and author of the new book, Believe: Why Everyone Should Be Religious. In this episode, they discuss Douthat's reasons for embracing faith with confidence, why science supports his beliefs, and why he thinks religion is good for society.

ANNOUNCING THE 2025 RECIPIENT OF THE GEORGE F. WILL AWARD

Liberty Fund named Richard A. Epstein, prominent American legal scholar recognized for his extensive work in law and economics, the winner of the 2025 George F. Will Award for the Advancement of Liberty and the Free Society.

A leading voice in the fields of constitutional law and economics, Epstein has spent decades advancing the intellectual foundations of a free society through his prolific writing, teaching, and public engagement. His work represents the values the award seeks to honor—individual liberty, limited government, and the rule of law. Read the full press release or learn more on our website.

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