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Jan. 20, 201557:58
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The Book Report

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Michael Shermer speaks to msnbc.com executive editor Richard Wolffe about the basis of morality, the topic of his book "The Moral Arc: How Science and Reason lead Humanity Toward Truth, Justice, And Freedom." Walter Isaacson, author of “The Innovators”, joins the table to discuss the compelling history of the tech industry and its ground-breaking inventors. Zac Bissonnette is also here to talk about his new book, “The Great Beanie Baby Bubble,” and the roller coaster lifespan of the popular stuffed animals. "The Book Report" airs on Tuesdays at 2pm EST.