
Eric Hedin
Professor Emeritus of Physics and Astronomy at Ball State University. Author of the book Canceled Science, and speaks and writes regularly on the evidence for intelligent design.
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May 26, 2025 • 26min
Why Life Is the Most Unnatural Thing in the Universe
In this engaging discussion, physicist Eric Hedin, Professor Emeritus of Physics and Astronomy at Ball State University and author of 'Canceled Science,' challenges the perception of life as a natural occurrence. He argues that the complexity of living things contradicts the universe's laws of disorder, suggesting that life hints at intelligent design. Hedin also examines life's fleeting nature, questioning its purpose beyond death while advocating for the significance of human beings in relation to a transcendent creator.

Dec 13, 2024 • 12min
Physicist Eric Hedin Talks Entropy and the Origin of Life
In an engaging discussion, physicist Eric Hedin, author of 'Canceled Science,' delves into the mysteries of entropy and the origins of life. He critiques the conventional scientific view that life can spontaneously arise from prebiotic materials, arguing that the second law of thermodynamics suggests nature degrades rather than creates information. Hedin raises pivotal questions about the role of complex information, the paradox of life's emergence, and challenges to naturalistic explanations, leaving listeners contemplating the deeper implications of life and physics.

Aug 12, 2024 • 29min
Metals & Life: A Finely Tuned Alliance
Dr. Eric Hedin, a professor emeritus of physics and astronomy, explores the vital connection between metals and life. He shares how metals formed through cosmic events and their impact on human civilization. Bacteria play a surprising role, detoxifying harmful metals and enhancing technology. Hedin also reveals a newly discovered 'Goldilocks zone' in Earth's crust, essential for metal accessibility. The discussion culminates in the essential functions of trace metals in our cells, arguing that their complex integration suggests purposeful design.