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Mentioned in 8 episodes

Why?

The Purpose of the Universe

Book • 2023

In 'Why?

The Purpose of the Universe', Philip Goff presents a thought-provoking argument for cosmic purpose, exploring alternatives to traditional religious explanations.

He discusses the fine-tuning of the universe and the role of consciousness, proposing a new paradigm that moves beyond the dichotomy of God and atheism.

The book offers a hopeful perspective on living with purpose, engaging with political and non-literal interpretations of religion.

Mentioned by

Justin Brierley

Mentioned in 8 episodes

Mentioned by

Tim Ferriss

as the author of the books discussed in the podcast.

#805: Philip Goff — Exploring Consciousness and Non-Ordinary Religion, Galileo's Error, Panpsychism, Heretical Ideas, and Therapeutic Belief

Referenced by

Rich Roll

while transitioning the conversation towards advice from

Katie Couric

's life experiences.

Interview With An Icon: Katie Couric On The State of Media, Institutional Distrust, Cancer Advocacy & What Actually Creates Happiness

Mentioned by

Philip Goff

as a book he wrote exploring middle way options between theism and atheism.

Iain McGilchrist & Philip Goff: Is the universe conscious?

Mentioned by

Curt Jaimungal

as recently published.

Reality, God, Consciousness | Donald Hoffman Λ Philip Goff

Mentioned by

Andre Duqum

in the context of consciousness and panpsychism.

E144 - Phillip Goff: Why Does The Universe Exist? Panpsychism, Fine-Tuning & Cosmic Purpose

Mentioned by

Philip Goff

as his most recent book, where he explores problems with traditional theistic and atheistic views and proposes middle ground options.

Philip Goff: From Agnostic Professor to “Slightly Heretical Christian” || SLP567

Mentioned by P. Walder in a discussion about fine-tuning arguments and the existence of God.

AMA | February 2024

Mentioned by

Justin Brierley

as a great book from Sharon Dirichs, looking at God, Evil and Personal Suffering.

Greg Boyd & Paul Copan debate Old Testament violence and Boyd's new theology in Crucifixion Of The Warrior God

Mentioned by

Lynn Borton

as a book on curiosity by an astrophysicist.

Curiosity to Go, Ep. 29: Curiosity is Good Medicine

Recommended by

Judith Stove

for its accessible explanation of complex philosophical ideas.

CoSP Pod. Ep. 8: Judith Stove "Hearts and Minds"

Mentioned by

Philip Goff

in relation to his views on the science of consciousness and Sorites paradox.

Ep. 283 - Does Panpsychism Entail That Robots are Conscious? w/Dr. Philip Goff

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