What is the purpose of satire? \xa0It is it effective? \xa0Can it get you in trouble? \xa0Terry Lindvall\xa0is the CS Lewis Professor of Communication and Christian Thought at Virginia Wesleyan College. \xa0He writes about humor and in his latest book,\xa0God Mocks: \xa0A History of Religious Satire From the Hebrew Prophets to Stephen Colbert,\xa0he explores the role of religious satire throughout history. \xa0From Elijah to Alexander Pope to Robert Ingersoll and more, Lindvall introduces us those who tickle our funny bone while calling us out.