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Join an electrifying debate exploring life's ultimate questions: What’s the purpose of existence? How do God and atheism shape our understanding of the cosmos, consciousness, and meaning?

Recorded at the prestigious Royal Institution in London, this thought-provoking discussion features:

Alex O’Connor @Cosmic Skeptic – Atheist YouTuber, host of @withinreasonpod, philosopher.

Elizabeth Oldfield – Host of @sacred_podcast, author of Fully Alive

Prof. Philip Goff – @Philip_Goff on X, philosopher and leading voice on panpsychism.

Rowan Williams – Former Archbishop of Canterbury, theologian, poet and writer.

Dr. Jack Symes – Public philosopher, BBC New Generation Thinker, and host of The Panpsycast Podcast, jacksymes.co.uk

This debate dives deep into:

🌍 The origins and purpose of the cosmos.

🧠 The nature of consciousness and its mysteries.

💡 The role of God, faith, and atheism in ethics and meaning.

With lively discussion, challenging ideas, and a live audience Q&A —including students from local schools — this event is a must-watch for anyone grappling with the biggest questions of existence.

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Debate has raged over the timeline of Christ's return. Daniel Goepfrich holds to 'premillennialism' - that Christ will return before a 1000 year reign of peace, Chris Date holds to 'amillennialism' - that there will be no literal 1000 year reign.

For Chris Date https://rethinkinghell.com/

For Daniel Goepfrich https://www.theologyisforeveryone.com/

Originally aired: July 2021

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Join an electrifying debate exploring life's ultimate questions: What’s the purpose of existence? How do God and atheism shape our understanding of the cosmos, consciousness, and meaning?

Recorded at the prestigious Royal Institution in London, this thought-provoking discussion features:

Alex O’Connor @Cosmic Skeptic – Atheist YouTuber, host of @withinreasonpod, philosopher.Elizabeth Oldfield – Host of @sacred_podcast, author of Fully Alive Prof. Philip Goff – @Philip_Goff on X, philosopher and leading voice on panpsychism.Rowan Williams – Former Archbishop of Canterbury, theologian, poet and writer.Dr. Jack Symes – Public philosopher, BBC New Generation Thinker, and host of The Panpsycast Podcast, jacksymes.co.ukIntroduced by Ruth Jackson of Premier Unbelievable, this debate dives deep into:

🌍 The origins and purpose of the cosmos.

🧠 The nature of consciousness and its mysteries.

💡 The role of God, faith, and atheism in ethics and meaning.

With lively discussion, challenging ideas, and a live audience—including students from local schools—this event is a must-watch for anyone grappling with the biggest questions of existence.

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CS Lewis scholar Michael Ward and atheist activist Dan Barker debate whether Lewis' Christian apologetics were convincing or not. Michael Ward currently has a new book out on Lewis: After Humanity: A Guide to C.S. Lewis’s The Abolition of Man. 

Originally aired: 2010

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Ruth Jackson returned to school to host this lively debate between Peter Atkins, renowned atheist and scientist, and Keith Fox, Christian biologist and theologian. In front of a live young audience, they explore one of the most profound questions: Is religion, just wishful thinking? Atkins and Fox tackle the big questions at the intersection of science, faith, and ethics, including: Are we just matter? Can science explain everything, or are there questions beyond its scope? Will further advancements in technology—like space exploration, genetic modification, and AI override any need or belief in God? From the accusation of "playing God" in genetic engineering to the nature of consciousness in artificial intelligence, this conversation challenges assumptions about what it means to be human and the role of faith in a scientific world.

👉 Don’t miss this debate that examines science's limits, religion's relevance, and humanity’s quest for meaning.

Key Topics: Is science inherently at odds with belief in God? The ethical implications of genetic modification and the "playing God" debate. Can AI ever achieve personhood, and what does this mean for our understanding of humanity? The role of space exploration in shaping worldviews and beliefs. Tune in for a fascinating clash of ideas and perspectives that will leave you questioning the nature of faith, science, and human purpose.

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Kristin Kobes Du Mez is the author of the bestselling book ‘Jesus and John Wayne: How white evangelicals corrupted a faith and fractured a nation’.

She chats live with Justin about the recent ‘Rise and Fall of Mars Hill’ podcast, the support Donald Trump received among white evangelicals, the concept of masculinity and the future of Christianity in the USA.

For Kristin: https://kristindumez.com/ 

Originally Aired: 27 August 2021

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What divides Catholics and Protestants theologically? How does the role of Mary and the authority of scripture shape the faith journeys of believers in these traditions?

Premier Unbelievable?, host Andy Kind moderates a compelling dialogue between Dr. Leonardo De Chirico and Trent Horn, examining the key theological distinctions and shared values between Catholicism and Protestantism.

The conversation goes there - the authority of scripture, the concept of Sola Scriptura, and the role of the papacy. Both guests share personal faith journeys—Leonardo’s transition from Catholicism to Protestantism and Trent’s conversion to Catholicism—highlighting how missionary work, cultural influences, and a quest for authentic faith shaped their beliefs.

Key topics include the role of Mary in theology, the nature of church authority, and the historical context behind doctrinal differences. The discussion explores Catholicism’s emphasis on unity through institutional structures, contrasted with Protestantism’s focus on personal faith and salvation by grace.

While addressing points of contention, such as the interpretation of scripture and the role of oral tradition in the early church, the guests find common ground in their shared commitment to scripture and the centrality of Christ.

For Trent Horn

Why I am a Catholic - https://amzn.to/3Ovjrzp

https://www.trenthorn.com/

For Leonardo De Chirico

Same Words, Different Worlds - https://amzn.to/4iaRiLt

More on this topic:

https://www.premierunbelievable.com/articles/protestant-catholic-and-orthodox-whats-the-difference-and-does-it-matter/14994.article

#Catholicism #Protestantism #ChristianFaith #Theology #FaithDialogue #UnityInChrist #SolaScriptura #Mariology #TrentHorn #LeonardoDeChirico #ChristianUnity #Papacy #FaithExplored

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Frank Turek’s book ‘Hollywood Heroes’ argue that the fictional stories of Harry Potter, Star Wars and the Marvel movies all point to the the true story of Jesus, the ultimate hero. Paul Ens, a comic book and Star Wars fan who runs the counter-apologetics channel Paulogia, responds. 

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For Paulogia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIS4cWaXgWpznjwovFYQBJQ

Originally aired: February 2022

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As the UK prepares for a crucial parliamentary debate on the Assisted Dying Bill, the Unbelievable? podcast delves into this emotionally charged issue. Unlike in countries such as the USA, Canada, and the Netherlands, assisted dying remains illegal in the UK—but that could soon change. Labour MP Kim Leadbeater's Private Member's Bill has reignited discussions on autonomy, ethics, and the role of palliative care in end-of-life decisions. This episode brings together two leading voices, Professor Keith Brown and Neil McKain, to explore the implications of this contentious proposal.

Check out the last time we debated medical assistance in dying https://youtu.be/0Azrc4RIPsM

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In February 2012 Sofia Europa sponsored a discussion between Richard Dawkins and Rowan Williams, the then-Archbishop of Canterbury, on the question of Human Nature and Our Ultimate Origins. The discussion was chaired by agnostic Prof Sir Anthony Kenny. It is broadcast here in full.

For the full discussion watch on YouTube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bow4nnh1Wv0

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