We cannot let up on terrorist threats to the United States because the terrorists have not and will not let up themselves. Seth discusses the importance of addressing the threat of terrorism in the U.S. He shares his thoughts on the recent terrorist attacks in Virginia and the need for a more nuanced understanding of the issue. Seth also touches on the White House's new counter-terrorism strategy and the role of Islamism in modern society. Producer David Doll discusses his cultural-fusion evening celebrating Cinco de Mayo. Audio clips from Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s press briefing yesterday. We're joined by John Dombroski, founder and president of Grand Canyon Planning Associates. Jeremy M. Levin, MD, PhD, co-founder and Executive Chairman of Ovid Therapeutics joins Seth to discuss his upcoming new book Biotech in the Balance: Saving a Strategic Industry in an Age of Distrust. Dr. Levin shares his insights on the importance of the biotech industry in the U.S. He discusses how this often-overlooked sector is a critical component of our nation's healthcare infrastructure. He also touches on the growing concern of China's rise as a biotech powerhouse and the need for the nation to take action to maintain its competitive edge.

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