The Surprising Rebirth Of Belief In God S1 E18. The Alternative Story Of Science
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Apr 30, 2024 
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John Lennox
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Ros Picard
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Jennifer Wiseman
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Sarah Irving-Stonebraker
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Tim O'Neill
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David Hutchings
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Peter Atkins
A podcast featuring guests Peter Atkins, David Hutchings, John Lennox, Tim O'Neill, Sarah Irving-Stonebraker, Jennifer Wiseman, and Ros Picard debunking the conflict thesis of religion vs science, exploring the historical relationship between faith and scientific progress, discussing the intersection of faith and science, and reflecting on the limits of scientific inquiry and the persistence of faith among scientists. Plus, a fascinating conversation on innovative wearable technology and its life-saving applications.
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Medieval Science-Religion Harmony
- Contrary to popular belief, there was no inherent conflict between science and religion in the Middle Ages.
- Pagan learning was incorporated into Christian education, fostering scientific progress.
Galileo Trial Misunderstood
- Galileo's trial was about politics and personalities, not simply faith versus science.
- He was a believer and remained under house arrest, continuing his research comfortably.
Darwin Debate Nuanced Reality
- The famous 1860 Huxley-Wilberforce debate was skewed by personal and social factors.
- The Church generally accepted Darwinism early, and Wilberforce argued on scientific, not strictly Christian, grounds.