Episode 4: Is a hot dog a cult?

We're back this week to discuss episode 4 of The Handmaid's Tale. The show remains grim and Fred remains easy to hate, but there's at least a little hope left in Gilead. The discussion this week turns to religion. The new government in Gilead is obviously Christian, but how much of a role does that really play in the regime? Is religion at the heart of why women are treated so poorly? And what makes Scientology any more creepy than other religions? We dig into these questions (and others!) this week. If you like The Red Center, would you consider leaving us a rating or a review on Apple Podcasts? Or tell a friend! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices