Richard Swinburne

Richard Swinburne is an Emeritus Professor of Philosophy at the University of Oxford, and author of a number of books on the philosophy of religion, the soul, and Christianity, amongst other subjects. To support the podcast, please visit support.withinreasonpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join thinkers Richard Swinburne, an Oxford philosopher, Jessica Frazier, a religious studies scholar, Alex O’Connor, the CosmicSkeptic, and bioethicist Peter Singer for a lively debate on morality. They tackle pressing issues like animal rights, the ethics of same-sex relationships, and the cultural roots of morality. Expect a thought-provoking discussion that contrasts Eastern and Western views and explores the interplay between emotion and ethical reasoning. Prepare for humor amidst serious inquiries as they unravel the mystery of moral inclusion.

In this insightful discussion, philosopher Richard Swinburne, Emeritus Professor of Philosophy at the University of Oxford, dives deep into the existence of evil and its relation to divine nature. He argues the significance of free will in human suffering and explores the complexities of the Trinity and love within Christian theology. Additionally, Swinburne contrasts ancient sacrifices with Christ's unique atonement, examines the implications of resurrection, and addresses the moral significance of free will in defining one's spiritual fate.

Philosophers and physicists discuss the profound question of why there is something instead of nothing, exploring ideas like necessary existence, the role of value, consciousness creating the universe, and ultimate explanations like theism and materialism. Guests include John Leslie, Bede Rundle, Max Tegmark, Simon Blackburn, Quentin Smith, Victor Stenger, Peter van Inwagen, John Polkinghorne, Richard Swinburne, and Paul Davies.

Join Charles Tart, a psychologist in consciousness studies; Richard Swinburne, a philosopher of religion; Robert Park, a physicist promoting scientific literacy; James Tabor, an expert in early Christianity; and Keith Ward, a philosopher exploring science versus religion. They tackle profound questions about consciousness after death and whether we truly disappear. Discussing life after death, they explore biblical interpretations and contrasting resurrection beliefs, making you reflect on identity, hope, and the human desire for survival.