In this episode of Words With Ward, Tyler Ward sits down with physicist and astronomer Dr. David Whelan to examine common assumptions about faith and science. Drawing from his experience in physics and astronomy, Dr. Whelan explains why scientific inquiry and belief in God do not need to be seen as opposing ideas.

Rather than presenting science and religion as competing systems, the conversation focuses on how every worldview rests on certain foundational beliefs. They discuss whether science truly challenges belief in God, how wonder in the cosmos can cultivate humility, and why even scientific work depends on trust and belief, even when it is not labeled as faith.

This episode invites listeners from all backgrounds to reconsider the perceived divide between science and faith and to reflect on what they ultimately place their trust in.

Stay tuned until the end for his rapid-fire round, where Dr. Whelan shares quick, fascinating insights that you won’t want to miss.

Note: A title mentioned in the episode has since been clarified by our guest. Johannes Kepler’s work on planetary harmony is correctly titled Five Books on the Harmony of the Worlds.

David Whelan’s Website: https://whelanastro.com/

Society of Catholic Scientists: https://catholicscientists.org/