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EPISODE · Aug 20, 2019 · 1H 4M

Blame the Games: Shooter Scapegoats in the Wake of Real-World Violence

from TheThinkingAtheist · host The Thinking Atheist

President Trump and many others are blaming violent video games for the American mass shooter phenomenon, citing the "moral decay" of our society (and often using religious language). Wal-Mart just banned violent imagery - but not guns - in its stores. And it seems that the whole planet is either desperate for a cause or scrambling for something to blame.We discuss video games and violence, with your calls and perspectives.Support our sponsor and get $80 off your first week of Hello Fresh at http://www.hellofresh.com/sethandrews80 (promo code: sethandrews80)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

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