The Surprising Rebirth Of Belief In God S1 E03. Thank God for Richard Dawkins
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Nov 7, 2023 
Guest: Richard Dawkins, Prominent atheist author and biologist. The podcast explores the revival of belief in God after the rise of New Atheism. It discusses the conflict between atheism and morality, the resurgence of Christian philosophy, and the impact of atheist thinkers. It also highlights personal journeys of faith, the question of ethics in atheism, and the influence of New Atheism on belief in God.
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Renaissance of Christian Philosophy
- Christian philosophy has seen a resurgence in academia over the past 50 years.
- Thinkers like Richard Swinburne, Alvin Plantinga, and others have contributed to this renaissance.
Church's Response to New Atheism
- The rise of New Atheism prompted a revival of Christian apologetics.
- Ministries and resources like Reasonable Faith and Word on Fire have emerged to equip Christians.
Cosmic Skeptic's Evolution
- Alex O'Connor, formerly known as Cosmic Skeptic, regrets his early New Atheist rhetoric.
- He now aims for more nuanced, meaningful discussions on YouTube.