Episodes
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Classic: Is War ever justified? Just War, Darwinism and Christianity | Michael Ruse vs Nigel Biggar.
War, despite its inherent destructiveness, can sometimes be morally justified, particularly in defense of the innocent.
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Do humans have the right to engineer life? Prof. Keith Fox v Dr. Sam McKee
The advancements in genetic engineering, particularly through CRISPR, hold great promise for curing diseases and solving environmental challenges, but also raise significant ethical questions.
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Classic: Can Christianity be true if Christians can't agree on doctrine? Andrew Whyte vs Nabeel Qureshi
This episode explores the complexities and internal disagreements within Christianity, questioning whether truth can be defined amidst such diversity.
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Does true freedom exist? Max Jeganathan vs Andrew Copson hosted by Andy Kind
Freedom can lead to anxiety and moral confusion if pursued without consideration for communal responsibilities.
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Classic: Why I changed my mind about Christian history - Tom Holland v Larry Hurtado
Tom Holland has changed his perspective on Christianity from seeing it as a hindrance to recognizing its central role in developing Western values.
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Cancer, War and the God Question: why so much suffering? Prof Richard Norman vs Sara Stevenson hosted by Andy Kind
The nature of suffering and evil remains a pivotal topic in both philosophy and Christianity, with differing perspectives on the implications of suffering for belief in God.
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Classic: Memes, archetypes, and the meaning we live by: Jordan Peterson vs Susan Blackmore
Belief systems shape our actions and societal structures, making it essential to question the nature of those beliefs.
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Is the Problem of Suffering the strongest argument against God? David Robertson vs Stephen Law hosted by Andy Kind
The problem of suffering remains a central argument against the existence of a good God, challenging believers to reconcile it with their faith.
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Classic: Debating the Scandals of Easter: Jesus' Crucifixion and Resurrection David Instone-Brewer v Bob Price
The inclusion of scandalous details in Gospel accounts suggests a degree of authenticity.
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The Resurrection Debate: Did Jesus Die and Rise Again? David Instone-Brewer vs Ijaz Ahmed, hosted by Andy Kind
The resurrection of Jesus is a pivotal topic in Christianity, but it is contested in Islam.
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Why I Changed My Mind on Christian Sexual Ethics? Rev Dr Christopher Landau vs Rev Charlie Bell hosted by Andy Kind
The Church is currently grappling with a significant debate regarding sexual ethics, particularly related to LGBTQ+ issues.
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Classic: Intelligent Design on Trial – 15 Years After Kitzmiller-Dover - Mike Behe v Joshua Swamidass
The Kitzmiller-Dover trial established a significant legal precedent regarding the teaching of Intelligent Design in schools, framing it as a religious belief rather than a scientific theory.
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Culture Wars: Have Christians Lost the Plot? with Ben Chang and Jonty Langley
The culture wars are a battleground concerning identity, power dynamics, and societal values, often influenced by political agendas.
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Classic: Faith & Doubt: A Former Atheist and Ex-Christian Face Off
Conversion and deconversion involve a complex interplay of personal experience, intellectual inquiry, and cultural influences.
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Should We Help People Live - Not Die? Assisted Dying and the Terminally Ill Adults Bill | Dr Susan Marriott & Prof Keith Brown
The episode discusses the significant ethical debate surrounding the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill and its implications for assisted dying in the UK.
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Classic: Is the Mormon Gospel Biblical? Ex-Mormon vs. Active Mormon Debate
Lynn Wilder's conversion to Christianity highlights the personal and doctrinal conflicts faced by those questioning Mormonism.
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Is there good evidence to believe in God? Ed Atkinson vs Sara Stevenson hosted by Andy Kind
The importance of listener support for faith-based podcasts, highlighting personal stories of impact.
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Classic: Faith vs. doubt - a clash of worldviews Os Guinness and Ed Atkinson
Faith and doubt are integral to understanding one's worldview and can coexist in a person's journey.
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Does science point toward or away from God? Phil Halper vs Professor Paul Ewart (Oxford Physics) hosted by Sam McKee
The podcast centers on a debate about whether science supports or undermines belief in God, with contrasting views from physicist Paul Ewart and science communicator Phil Halper.
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Classic: Is there historical evidence for the bodily resurrection of Jesus? Justin Bass & Dale Allison
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