Episode 208 - Bad Theology Kills with Kevin Garcia

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Episode 208 - Bad Theology Kills with Kevin Garcia

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Jan 13, 2020

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This week, Science Mike talks with his friend Kevin Garcia about their new book Bad Theology Kills.
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Jan 13, 2020

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