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How to Talk to a Science Denier and Raining Sulfur in Sodom

November 11, 2021

Learn about how to talk to someone who denies a scientific reality; and “raining sulfur” in the Biblical city of Sodom. 

More from author Lee McIntyre:
Pick up "How to Talk to a Science Denier: Conversations with Flat Earthers, Climate Deniers, and Others Who Defy Reason": https://www.amazon.com/How-Talk-Science-Denier-Conversations/dp/0262046105 
Website: https://leemcintyrebooks.com/ 
Follow @leemcintyre on Twitter: https://twitter.com/leecmcintyre 

Scientists think an impact event explains "raining sulfur" in the biblical city of Sodom by Briana Brownell
Smithsonian Magazine, & Gershon, L. (2021, September 22). Ancient City’s Destruction by Exploding Space Rock May Have Inspired Biblical Story of Sodom. Smithsonian Magazine. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/destruction-of-city-by-space-rock-may-have-inspired-biblical-story-of-sodom-180978734/ 
‌BBC - History - Ancient History in depth: The Destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah. (2011). Bbc.co.uk. https://www.bbc.co.uk/history/ancient/cultures/sodom_gomorrah_01.shtml 
‌Bressan, D. (2021, September 21). Study Suggests That A Tunguska Sized Explosion Destroyed A City 3,600 Years Ago. Forbes. https://www.forbes.com/sites/davidbressan/2021/09/21/a-tunguska-sized-explosion-destroyed-a-city-3600-years-ago/?sh=a02c2028b207 

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