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The Infinite Monkey's Guide To… The Gods

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Apr 24, 2024
Robin Ince, Brian Cox, and Eric Idle debate science, religion, and comedy. They question God's presence in gluten-free bread and ponder if religious beliefs will fade in an age of advancing science. The podcast explores intelligence and beliefs, suggesting a link between liberalism and higher IQ.
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ANECDOTE

Ancient Aliens Debunked but Enduring

  • Many ancient alien and deity theories remain popular despite being debunked decades ago.
  • Brian Cox and Robin Ince joke that perpetual wrongness keeps these books selling.
INSIGHT

Science and Religion Common Ground

  • Science and religion need not be in tension; many find common ground.
  • Dean Victor Stock recalls how science and faith can coexist meaningfully.
ANECDOTE

Monk Bede's Lunar Tide Discovery

  • The monk Venerable Bede discovered the moon's effect on tides while calculating Easter dates.
  • This early example shows how religious practice inspired scientific discovery.
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