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E68 - (880) Death To Freethinking
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E68 - (880) Death To Freethinking

July 12, 202138mEpisode 68

Show Notes

The murder of Avijit Roy in Bangladesh highlights attacks on freethinkers. Is religion worth killing for? Episode sixty eight.

This episode takes us to Bangladesh to delve into the brutal murder of Avijit Roy, along with attacks on other freethinkers who opposed religious extremism. Avijit Roy, an activist and author, was known for his vocal criticism of religious fundamentalism. On a fateful evening, while attending a book fair in Dhaka with his wife, he was savagely attacked and killed by extremists who could not tolerate his beliefs.

What drives individuals to commit murder in the name of religion? This episode examines the dangers faced by those who challenge extremist ideologies and the ongoing struggle for freedom of expression in Bangladesh.

This episode contains descriptions of graphic violence. Please proceed with caution.

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