In this episode, Trent engages astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson’s arguments against God as well as his critiques of atheism.
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Welcome to the Counsel of Trent Podcast, a production of Catholic Answers.
Just because you’re smart about one thing, that doesn’t mean you’re smart about everything. And that’s especial ... Show More
Jun 2014
Should atheists be more religious? Alain de Botton & James Orr - Unbelievable? 11 Feb 2012
Atheism 2.0 is the logical next step for non-believers according to cultural philosopher Alain de Botton. He outlines why atheists should borrow from the art, architecture, community, and contemplative traditions of religion without the supernatural beliefs. The book "Religion ... Show More
1h 20m
Dec 2023
WOF 415: Mind, Meaning, and the Materialists
Friends, can everything in the world be reduced to atoms bumping against each other, and chemical reactions in our brains? Or is there something more to reality than its material elements? That’s what Brandon Vogt and I discuss on today’s “Word on Fire Show” episode, with the hel ... Show More
33m 35s
May 2021
Combatting Anti-Science with Richard Dawkins
How do we stop anti-science? In this episode, Neil deGrasse Tyson sits down with evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins to talk about religion, the importance of science communication, and Dawkins’ new book, Books Do Furnish a Life.
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53m 48s