Science Faith and Religion

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Public debate, pitting atheist against believer, typically yields a polarized picture. Might a more nuanced conversation that transcends simplistic assertions, and weaves insights from physics, biology, and psychology provide a more fruitful exchange of ideas? Bill Blakemore hosts scientists Lawrence Krauss, Ken Miller and Guy Consolmagno, and philosopher Colin McGinn to find out. • The World Science Festival gathers great minds in science and the arts to produce live and digital content that allows a broad general audience to engage with scientific discoveries. Our mission is to cultivate a general public informed by science, inspired by its wonder, convinced of its value, and prepared to engage with its implications for the future. • Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for all the latest from WSF. • Visit our Website: http://www.worldsciencefestival.com/ • Like us on Facebook: / worldsciencefestival • Follow us on twitter: / worldscifest • Original Program Date: June 13, 2009 • MODERATOR: Bill Blakemore • PARTICIPANTS: Colin McGinn, Kenneth Miller, Lawrence Krauss, Guy Consolmagno • Bill Blakemore Introduction 00:00 • Participant Introductions 04:16 • New discoveries with science and faith 13:24 • Ken Miller explains teaching science and having faith 17:44 • Colin McGinn on atheists and faith 23:03 • Guy Consolmagno on believing in the unseen 27:18 • Lawrence Krauss why NOT to have this discussion? 31:42 • The cultural context of science and religion 42:58 • Religious movements the good vs the bad 51:28 • Do you believe in miracles? 01:01:28 • The evidence of God 01:13:14 • Questions from the audience 01:15:52 • Is religion mostly supported by indoctrination? 01:20:39 • Is religion the bully to science? 01:25:16 • The easy targets of Abrahamic faiths. 01:30:18 • Will the big bang be the connection of science and religion? 01:38:35

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