All Atheism articles – Page 29
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Unbelievable? “Darwin and God” - Nick Spencer
As the world marks Darwin’s bicentenary, Nick Spencer of Christian thinktank Theos and author of the book “Darwin & God” explains where Darwin actually stood in relation to belief in God. Although Darwin lost his Christian faith he was never an atheist. Atheist biologist Robert Stovold argues that Darwin’s “Big Idea” paves the way to atheism. Denis Alexander of the Faraday Institute also contributes arguing that belief in God and Evolution are complementary.
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Unbelievable? 7 Feb 2009 “The Atheist’s Bible”
“The Atheist’s Bible” (Duckworth & Co) has been a bestseller in the USA. It brings together a mass of quotes from atheists, agnostics and more. Its compiler Joan Konner speaks to Justin Brierley about why she put it together and her own thoughts on atheism. She interacts with Christian apologist Peter Williams whose own book “The Sceptic’s Guide to Atheism” (Paternoster) has just been published.
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ShowsUnbelievable? The Virgin Birth - for & against
Canon Michael Sayward believes that the Virgin Conception is an attested historical fact, and an essential doctrine for Christian belief. Unitarian minister Sarah Tinker believes it to be a “beautiful myth” that should not be taken literally. They debate and we hear listener phone calls, response to the last few weeks of programming as well as tackling the “Jesus is a plagiarism of Pagan Gods” argument.
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ShowsUnbelievable? Atheist Christmas Comedy - Robin Ince & James Cary
Stand up comedian Robin Ince is hosting “A rational celebration of Christmas”. Ricky Gervais and Richard Dawkins are among many other atheists on the bill. Comedy writer and Christian James Cary discusses with Robin whether Christianity and belief in God is irrational.. and there’s plenty of jokes along the way..
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ShowsUnbelievable? Richard Dawkins & John Lennox debate
Atheist Professor Richard Dawkins and Christian Professor John Lennox recently met in Oxford to debate whether Science has buried God. The discussion was sponsored by The Fixed Point Foundation. Justin Brierley was there, taking interviews with them both and those who watched. He presents a review of the debate with the interviews.
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ShowsUnbelievable? The Atheist Bus Campaign
Atheists are funding a campaign that will see London buses bearing the poster “There is probably no god. Now stop worrying and get on with your life”. Its the brainchild of Ariane Sherine and has been backed by Richard Dawkins. We discuss the campaign, whether there really is no God and what it means for morality if there isn’t.
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ShowsUnbelievable? Is religion responsible for war?
theist Ed Turner, in common with the new atheists, believes that religion is bad for the world because of the conflict it causes across the world. Historian and Christian Meic Pearse who wrote the bestseller “Why the rest hates the West” says that a proper understanding of history shows the opposite - that secular regimes are bad for the world.
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ShowsUnbelievable? Infidel Guy show link up
In what could be a radio first, “Unbelievable?” links up with “The Infidel Guy” show and talks to its atheist host Reginald Finley. They debate the question: “Which makes more sense: Atheism or Christianity?”
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ShowsUnbelievable? Darwin vs Design
Well known USA Intelligent Design advocate Tom Woodward takes on the National Secular Society’s science representative Pete Hearty. Does the new evidence in biological science point towards an ultimate creator? Other guests also join the fray…
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ShowsUnbelievable? Why there IS a God with Keith Ward
Former Regius professor of Divinity at Oxford University Keith Ward has written a response book to The God Delusion on why Dawkins’ philosophical arguments against God are wrong. Atheist scientist Robert Stovold defends Dawkins “naturalism” view.
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ShowsUnbelievable? Faith & School - do they mix?
Should the Government fund schools that promote Christianity? Church of England spokesperson on Education Jan Ainsworth says that a faith ethos is a good thing for a school. Andrew Copson of the British Humanist Association says that’s not true.
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ShowsUnbelievable? Communism & Christianity
Justin is joined by atheist Jack Conrad of the Communist Party of Great Britain. He says belief in God is a relic of the past. Jonathan Bartley argues that Jesus Christ and the message He brought is the real answer to the Communist’s hopes and dreams.
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ShowsUnbelievable? A Case for theistic evolution with Keith Ward
Keith Ward, former Regius Professor of Divinity at Oxford University and priest in the Church of England explains why as a “theistic evolutionist” he believes Evolution and belief in God are compatible. Atheist Scientist Robert Stovold holds that there is no reason to believe in God alongside evolution.
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ShowsUnbelievable? “Why I became an atheist” Part 2 - John Loftus & Peter May
Atheist John Loftus and Christian Peter May discuss whether people choose whatb they believe or whether religion is down to where you are born in the world.
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ShowsUnbelievable? “Why I became an atheist” Part 1 - John Loftus & Peter May
Justin meets John W Loftus. Once a passionate Christian, he’s now a militant atheist. Find out why he lost his faith and his conversation with Christian apologist Peter May.
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ShowsUnbelievable? Easter & the atonement
Atheist Marilyn Mason says that the idea of God punishing his son for the sins of others is unjust, bizarre and immoral. Roger Forster of the Ichthus Christian Fellowship explains what he believes happened on Good Friday. Muslim guest Nazam Guffoor also contributes.
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ShowsUnbelievable? Can we trust the Gospels?
Norman Hansen is an atheist. He says the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John are mythology passed off as fact. But Christian scholar Andy Bannister says that we have all the evidence we need to trust them.
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ShowsUnbelievable? Positive atheism?
David Vernon explains why he thinks that being an atheist is a positive thing. Anna Robbins of the London School of Theology questions whether we can really find meaning without God.
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ShowsUnbelievable? Morality - do we need God to be Good?
Marilyn Mason, a humanist and Gavin McGrath, a Christian, join Justin as they discuss where they get their sense of “right and wrong” from. Gavin says that without God we can’t make sense of morality - Marilyn disagrees.
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ShowsUnbelievable? End of year highlights
Justin Brierley presents segments of some of the varied discussions and debates between Christians and non-Christians across the past year. Featuring Muslim, Hindu, Mormon, atheist and agnostic guests being pesented with the claims of Christianity.
