# Freedom of Thought, Conscience, and Belief: A Discussion with Michael Young

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Podcast: [The G20 Interfaith Forum Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-g20-interfaith-forum-podcast-6710281)
Published: 2026-05-19T11:23:00+00:00
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Michael Young served on the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom and is the former president of three major universities. He contributes to the G20 Interfaith Forum by serving on the IF20 Advisory Council. In this interview, co-hosted by Stuart and IF20's executive director Whitney Clayton, Michael shares what he has learned from a life dedicated to human rights, religious freedom, and leadership.

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