All Unbelievable? articles
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ShowsChristian Apologetics Has a Problem – And It’s Not Atheism
Premier Unbelievable host John Nelson gathers a lively roundtable to ask a timely question: what’s the current state of Christian apologetics—and where should it go next? Scientist and historian of science Sam McKee (University of Reading / Manchester Metropolitan) argues that apologetics often lags decades behind today’s life sciences, too easily dominated by creationist “marketing machines”, and too quick to platform non-experts as authorities.
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ShowsIs the West Becoming Brave New World? | Rod Dreyer and John Nelson - An Unbelievable Show Special
In this Unbelievable Show Special, John Nelson sits down with Rod Dreher to discuss whether the West is drifting into a “Brave New World.” They unpack Dreher’s warnings about “soft totalitarianism,” why comfort can be more dangerous than control, and how discipleship, beauty, and a hunger for transcendence might offer hope in an anxious age.
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ShowsDecoding the Cosmos: Atheist Philosopher vs Christian Scientist on Fine-Tuning, Time, Incarnation & Alien Life Emily Qureshi-Hurst vs Sam McKee hosted by Andy Kind
In this episode of Unbelievable, Andy Kind sits down with Dr Emily Qureshi-Hurst (Cambridge philosopher of science; author of Decoding the Cosmos) and Sam McKee (Christian scientist & doctoral researcher) for a surprisingly friendly - but rigorous - conversation
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ShowsIs life meaningless without God? A live school debate between Atheism UK and Christian apologist
In this live edition of Premier Unbelievable? from Aylesbury High School in the UK, stand-in host Sam McKee moderates a thought-provoking dialogue between:
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ShowsDid Jesus fulfil Scriptural Prophecy? Jonathan Rowlands vs Rabbi Marc B Shapiro
As Advent approaches, John Nelson hosts Dr Jonny Rowlands (St Mellitus College, UK) and Rabbi Prof Marc Shapiro (University of Scranton, USA) to ask: did Jesus fulfil scriptural prophecy?
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ShowsThe Sanity Of Belief - Can God Explain Everything? Joshua Sijuwade vs Julius Weinberg hosted by Andy Kind
Is belief in God rational, or is it something no reasonable person should accept?
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ShowsWho Was Jesus REALLY? Islam vs Christianity Debate | Joe Boot vs Hafsa Satar hosted by John Nelson
Christian thinker Joe Boot and Muslim scholar Hafsar debate what Christianity and Islam each teach about the identity of Jesus — from His birth and miracles to the crucifixion, resurrection, and second coming.
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ShowsPacifism vs Just War: Should Christians Ever Fight? Brian Zahnd & Andrew Hronich
In our fractured, fearful world, many Christians are asking: Is it ever right to fight? This week on Premier Unbelievable? host Dr John Nelson is joined by Brian Zahnd, pastor and peace advocate, and Andrew Hronich, theologian and defender of Just War theory for one of the most powerful conversations we’ve aired this year.
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ShowsHappiness, humanity, ethics, evolution… what really is the meaning of life? Sam McKee vs Stephen Law hosted by Andy Kind
Can we really know whether God exists… or is belief just a product of evolution and psychology?
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ShowsBeyond Naturalism: What’s Real? Dr. Alex Carter vs Dr. Zachary Ardern - Hosted by Sam McKee
What is really real? In this wide-ranging conversation, Dr Zachary Ardern (evolutionary biologist, Wellcome Sanger Institute), Dr Alex Carter (philosopher, University of Cambridge), and Dr Sam McKee (science historian, Manchester Metropolitan University) sit down to revisit one of the oldest debates in human thought — the relationship between science, religion, and ultimate reality.
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ShowsAtoms, Aliens and the Meaning of Everything: Paul Ewart vs Simon Walker-Samuel hosted by Sam McKee
Premier Unbelievable guest-hosted by Dr Sam McKee heads to John Colet School in Wendover, UK for a lively debate on science, religion and reality with Oxford atomic & laser physicist Prof Paul Ewart (Christian; former Faraday Institute director, ex-president of Christians in Science) and UCL biophysics & imaging expert Prof Simon Walker-Samuel (trustee, Humanists UK).
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ShowsCan Christianity Save Democracy? Os Guinness v Jonathan Rauch hosted by Vince Vitale
Can Christianity save democracy? Vince Vitale hosts a frank, generous exchange between social critic Os Guinness and author Jonathan Rauch about faith’s civic foundations, liberalism, and power. This is one we’ve been looking forward to!
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ShowsDoes Science Make God Unnecessary? Alex Carter vs Zachary Ardern hosted by Andy Kind
In today’s Unbelievable? school debate, Zachary Ardern, a Christian biologist, and Alex Carter, an atheist scientist, face off on whether scientific progress has made belief in God obsolete.
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ShowsHas Science Just Proved God? Michel-Yves Bolloré v Niayesh Asfshordi hosted by John Nelson
Does science point to a Creator—or explain the universe without God? In this spirited Unbelievable? debate, bestselling author Michel-Yves Bolloré and cosmologist Dr Niayesh Afshordi face off on cosmic origins, the Big Bang, and whether fine-tuning and entropy are evidence for God. Hosted by John Nelson, this episode unpacks whether science can truly answer life’s biggest “why” questions, or if faith still has a seat at the table.
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ShowsDoes God Exist? Shaun Stevenson vs Nathan Elvidge hosted by Andy Kind
In this lively Unbelievable? debate, philosopher Dr Shaun Stevenson and Oxford’s Nathan Elvidge go head-to-head at Waddesdon High School on the question, “Does God exist?” Covering everything from the roots of religious belief to morality, evil, and free will, they challenge each other - and the audience - to think more deeply about faith, doubt, and what makes us human.
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ShowsEternal Torment or Final End? Rethinking Hell | Dan Paterson v Jordan Wood hosted by Vince Vitale
Few topics raise as many questions as hell. Is it eternal torment, final destruction, or something else entirely? In this episode of Premier Unbelievable?, Vince Vitale is joined by Australian apologist Dan Paterson (Questioning Christianity: Is There More to the Story?) and Catholic theologian Jordan Wood (The Whole Mystery of Christ). Together they explore whether the traditional doctrine of Eternal Conscious Torment is biblically and theologically defensible, and why so many Christians today are reconsidering alternative views such as conditional immortality or annihilationism.
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ShowsCharlie Kirk’s Legacy - Preserving Debate in a Polarised Age | Os Guinness, Krish Kandiah, Billy Hallowell
In this week’s show Premier Unbelievable?’s Billy Hallowell is joined by Os Guinness and Krish Kandiah to reflect on Kirk’s legacy, the controversies, and the reckoning his loss demands. How do we preserve free speech without fear? How do we turn down the temperature in our debates?
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ShowsDo we have a soul? Or are we just bodies and brains? Is death the end? Dr Claire Gilbert vs Harry Amos
In this live edition of Unbelievable?, Andy Kind hosts a fascinating conversation on the nature of the soul and spiritual experience.
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ShowsShould AI be trusted with Moral decisions? | Cambridge & Oxford Philosophers Discuss
In this second part of our Premier Unbelievable? schools debate with Aylesbury Youth or Christ, host Andy Kind is joined once again by philosophers Dr Amna Whiston (Oxford University) and Dr Alex Carter (Cambridge University) to explore the ethical dilemmas raised by artificial intelligence.
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ShowsWhy does a ‘Good God’ allow Suffering and Evil? Dr Joshua Sijuwade vs Dr Stephen Law
In this edition of Unbelievable?, Christian philosopher Dr. Joshua Sijuwade debates atheist philosopher Dr. Stephen Law on whether the reality of suffering undermines belief in God - or whether there are good reasons a loving God might allow it.
