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Topic: Public accommodations

Public accommodations refer to facilities, services, and establishments that are open to the general public and must provide equal access without discrimination.

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The podcast episodes discuss how the Civil Rights Act of 1964 expanded access to public accommodations, such as schools, movie theaters, and other facilities, on an equal basis regardless of race, color, religion, or national origin.

The first episode "How well did the Civil Rights Act live up to its promise?" explores how well the Civil Rights Act has lived up to its promise of ensuring access to public accommodations over the past 60 years.

The second episode "Emotional Support Animals | Skeptical Sunday" discusses the distinction between service animals and emotional support animals, and how the abuse of laws around emotional support animals can undermine access to public accommodations for those with legitimate disabilities.

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