Interesting back-and-forth between Professor Dave and Metatron.

I like both, to be honest. I have a soft spot for Metatron—being Italian helps—and I appreciate his historical content, especially his work on Roman and Medieval history ( and he plays Warhammer). At his best, he brings real depth and enthusiasm to those topics.
At the same time, I admire Professor Dave’s relentless push against scientific illiteracy. His direct, no-nonsense style resonates with me—it’s not too far from how I approach things, even if he can be more abrasive.
What’s a bit unfortunate is that this has turned into a personal clash. Both are clearly intelligent, educated, and capable of making strong arguments.
Even if they sit on opposite sides of the political spectrum, it would be far more productive—and interesting—if the discussion stayed focused on ideas rather than slipping into personal attacks (yeah, I do sometime the same).
I know that’s easier said than done, especially online, but it feels like a missed opportunity.