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Dr. Michael Shermer
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Dr. Michael Shermer, a renowned science historian, author, and advocate for critical thinking, earned his M.A. in experimental psychology from California State University, Fullerton, and his Ph.D. in the history of science from Claremont Graduate University. He is the Founding Publisher of Skeptic magazine, host of The Michael Shermer Show, and a Presidential Fellow at Chapman University. A prolific writer, New York Times bestselling author, and public intellectual, Dr. Shermer has contributed extensively to exploring the intersections of science, morality, and belief. For 18 years, he was a monthly columnist for Scientific American and now shares his insights through a weekly Substack column. Known for his engaging teaching and commitment to critical thinking, Dr. Shermer inspires learners to approach complex topics with reason and evidence.
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