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Stephen offers a look at his most recent book, Mansfield's Book of Manly Men, and discusses the issues that inspired him to write it. Mansfield's Book of Manly Men is now available at all major retailers. Visit www.mansfieldsbookofmanlymen.com today.

Wrapping up a two-part episode, Stephen takes a look at the Democratic Party and its shortcomings.

Stephen analyzes the state of affairs in the right-wing of Congress, calling for less obstructionism and more ideas.

Stephen reviews the recent popular film, directed by Lee Daniels, starring Forest Whitaker as a butler who serves in the White House through multiple administrations.

From Washington D.C., Stephen talks about the current shutdown of the U.S. government and what it means for the country.

Stephen pays tribute to the victims of the September 16 Navy Yard Shooting in Washington, D.C.

Stephen explains why American Pop Culture is about to tackle the tough subject of who Jesus Christ really is.  

Stephen recommends Mark Leibovich's book about the current political climate in our nation's capitol. Related Articles Mark Leibovich Discusses This Town: http://www.slate.com/articles/podcasts/gabfest/2013/07/the_gabfest_thistown_the_senate_filibuster_deal_and_george_zimmerman_trayvon.html      

Stephen explains the ancient religious tensions undergirding the civil war in Syria. Related Articles Five Surprising Cultural Facts About Syria: http://news.discovery.com/human/life/surprising-cultural-facts-about-syria-130831.htm The New Hama Rules: http://www.nytimes.com/2011/08/03/opinion/the-new-hama-rules.html?_r=0 Hawks, Doves, Fence Sitters: http://www.slate.com/articles/news_and_politics/politics/2013/09/obama_congress_and_syria_arguments_for_and_against_the_bombing_resolution.html

Stephen reflects on the progress we've made since 1963's famous gathering in D.C.

VIDEO: Stephen cites an old psychological study in a talk about an even older human struggle. Related Articles Radiolab: Who's Bad? http://www.radiolab.org/2012/jan/09/whos-bad/ The Stanley Milgram Obedience Study: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W147ybOdgpE

Stephen describes the astonishing benefits of a popular news gathering app. Related Articles: Here's How Zite Plans to Replace Google Reader: http://venturebeat.com/2013/03/15/google-reader-zite-plans/

Stephen weighs in on the Reza Aslan/Lauren Green debacle. Related Articles: Sikhs Facing Increased Attacks since 9/11: http://www.npr.org/2012/08/06/158187828/since-sept-11-attacks-have-increased-against-sikhs Speed Read: "Zealot," by Reza Aslan: http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2013/07/30/speed-read-the-six-most-controversial-reza-aslan-claims-about-jesus.html Odd Fox News Interview Boosts Book Sales: http://www.nytimes.com/2013/07/30/business/media/odd-fox-news-interview-lifts-reza-aslans-biography-on-jesus.html?_r=1&

Stephen addresses the statistics behind one of America's darkest crises. Correction: In describing the shooting of Amadou Diallo, Stephen mistakenly claims that Diallo was shot in his car: in fact he was shot in the vestibule of his apartment complex. Related Articles: Officer in Diallo Shooting Retains His Gun: http://www.nytimes.com/2012/10/03/nyregion/amadou-diallos-mother-asks-why-officer-who-shot-at-her-son-will-get-gun-back.html?_r=0 A Thoughtful Look at Black-on-Black Crime: http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2013/07/15/the-trayvon-martin-killing-and-the-myth-of-black-on-black-crime.html 

The tragedy behind the case of George Zimmerman and Trayvon Martin transcends the court verdict. Stephen reflects on the moral, legal and practical aspects of the terrible incident. Related Articles: Seven Points of Interest Regarding the Verdict: http://www.theatlantic.com/national/archive/2013/07/on-the-killing-of-trayvon-martin-by-george-zimmerman/277773/ Debate: Are "Stand Your Ground" Laws a Good Idea?: http://www.usnews.com/debate-club/are-stand-your-ground-laws-a-good-idea Florida Woman Fires Warning Shots and is Sentenced to Twenty Years: http://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2013/07/15/6030be5a-ed5c-11e2-9008-61e94a7ea20d_story.html Man Convicted for Shooting Teenager: http://www.nytimes.com/2007/12/23/nyregion/23trial.html?_r=1&