After taking Can You Pass an 8th Grade Science Test?, I listened to today's Academic Minute with Dr. Peter McGraw, associate professor of marketing and psychology at the University of Colorado's Leeds School of Business: A Science of Humor. AND yes, I immediately asked myself why I found the "science test" humorous :) Was it a violation of a norm when I had "a playful state of mind, cues that a situation is okay, a reason why the situation is acceptable, feeling that a situation is far away, or a low commitment to … [Read more...] about I laughed. Why? Is that ok?
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Well-Known Atheist Converts to Christianity (April Fool’s Day post)
Pending a press conference later today, I've not been given permission to use his name at this time (hint: British scientist, likes to write about bats and watchmakers). However, this shocking development will, well, shock the world. The rumor that I have heard is that he will announce not only his conversion, but also his enrollment in a major evangelical seminary to for a degree in apologetics and possible ordination. This is truly a landmark day. Update: The press conference is now online! The full video can … [Read more...] about Well-Known Atheist Converts to Christianity (April Fool’s Day post)