Let's Talk Creation

In this enlightening conversation, Joel Brown, Director of the Van Andel Creation Research Center with a PhD in genetics, shares insights into the vital work of the Creation Research Society. He discusses initiatives like the iDino project, which investigates collagen preservation in fossils, challenging conventional views on fossil age. Joel also highlights the eKinds project focusing on biological diversity and the importance of integrating faith with scientific inquiry. Finally, he touches on the significance of their annual conference for researchers.

Ryan Thompson, a geologist with a master's in structural geology and high school teaching experience, dives into the fascinating world of geological faults. He discusses how these cracks impact earthquakes and their intriguing connections to biblical events like Noah’s flood. The conversation also explores the Dead Sea Transform and the interplay between tectonic activity and historical narratives. With insights on asteroid strikes linked to dinosaur extinction, Ryan makes geology accessible and engaging, linking ancient stories with modern science.

Dr. Rahel Wells, a Professor of Old Testament at Andrews University and biology expert, joins the conversation to explore God's care for animals from a biblical perspective. They discuss the significance of animals in scripture and God's covenant with creation. The talk delves into the moral complexities of animal behavior and accountability, as well as the ethical implications of modern meat consumption. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their choices and consider the stewardship of creation in light of divine teachings.

Paul and Todd welcome Stephen Lloyd back to the show to talk about the Cambridge House project. This past year, Biblical Creation Trust launched a student ministry in downtown Cambridge with the goal of building a residential study center to help train a new generation of thoughtful creation researchers. In this episode, Paul and Stephen discuss the vision of Cambridge House, their current status, and what it will take to make it a reality. To find out more about Biblical Creation Trust and their Cambridge House project, visit their website at https://biblicalcreationtrust.org/ch.htmlSend questions to podcast@coresci.orgSupport the podcast by going to https://letstalkcreation.orgSupport Core’s Christmas campaign at https://coresci.org/index.php/donate/Join Todd’s Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/researchreportsEmail us with comments or questions at: podcast@coresci.orgCheck us out on social media and consider donating to support this podcastCore Academy of Science Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coresci.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coreacademyofscience/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CoreacadInfo Website: https://coresci.org/ Biblical Creation Trust Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/biblicalcreationtrust Twitter: https://twitter.com/bct_origins Website: https://www.biblicalcreationtrust.org/For questions and comments email podcast@coresci.org Please consider supporting this work by going to https://coresci.org/connect orhttps://biblicalcreationtrust.org*Disclaimer: Things mentioned in the Show Notes are not endorsements of people, places, or things discussed in the podcast, but rather a record of what was spoken about and helpful links to material for our listeners.

If creation was originally free of disease and suffering, why do we have such an immune system? Our defense against dangerous germs is intricate, elaborate, and effective, and clearly it was part of God's design for our bodies. So what was the point? Paul and Todd are joined by creation immunologist Joe Francis to discuss the wonders of the immune system, how much of a blessing it really is, and what more it does for us than just police our bodies for germs. This episode is part of our intermittent series on natural evil. Send questions topodcast@coresci.orgSupport the podcast by going tohttps://letstalkcreation.orgJoin Todd’s Patreon athttps://www.patreon.com/researchreports

Join Todd and Paul as they finish their conversation about comets with astronomer Bob Hill. Where do these "dirty snowballs" come from? Learn all about the Kuiper Belt and the Oort Cloud in this episode, and find out whether comets testify to the recent origin of the solar system. Join Todd and Paul as they finish their conversation about comets with astronomer Bob Hill. Where do these "dirty snowballs" come from? Learn all about the Kuiper Belt and the Oort Cloud in this episode, and find out whether comets testify to the recent origin of the solar system.  Send questions to podcast@coresci.org Support the podcast by going to https://letstalkcreation.org Join Todd’s Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/researchreports  https://coresci.org/connect or https://biblicalcreationtrust.org

What are comets, and where do they come from? Can they tell us anything about the history of the solar system? Join Todd and Paul as they chat with astronomer Bob Hill about these magnificent astronomical wonders!  Send questions to podcast@coresci.org  Support the podcast by going to https://letstalkcreation.org  Support Core’s Christmas campaign at https://coresci.org/index.php/donate/  Join Todd’s Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/researchreports  

As we close out 2024, Paul and Todd comment on their ten most viewed episodes from the first 100. From dead sharks to transitional forms to canopies and beyond, check out what YOU the viewers really clicked with. What do Todd and Paul think of all this? You'll hear all about it as they kick off their next 100 episodes! Send questions to podcast@coresci.org Support the podcast by going to https://letstalkcreation.org Support Core’s Christmas campaign at https://coresci.org/index.php/donate/ Join Todd’s Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/researchreports Email us with comments or questions at: podcast@coresci.org

Paul and Todd celebrate their 100th episode with special guest Darrel Falk! Darrel believes that God used the evolutionary process to create the world, and he and Todd have been talking about their differences for more than a decade now. You undoubtedly know all about the arrogant and scornful way that creationists and evolutionists typically interact, but what if there was a better way? Todd and Darrel disagree about science and evolution, but they are one in Christ. In this episode, witness a pattern for a different kind of disagreement. This episode was originally recorded live at Trinity Chapel in Dayton, TN on July 18, 2024. Check out Todd and Darrel’s book The Fool and the Heretic:  How Two Scientists Moved Beyond Labels to a Christian Dialogue About Creation and Evolution https://a.co/d/3IzGUoP   Send questions to podcast@coresci.org Support the podcast by going to https://letstalkcreation.org Support Core’s Christmas campaign at https://coresci.org/index.php/donate/

Todd and Paul visit the Aquarium in Chattanooga, Tennessee and chat about a host of biological ideas, from created kinds to natural evil. What do turtles and penguins tell us about creation? What secrets of speciation do the African Great Lakes hold? Why would God make harmful creatures like jellyfish? Join our hosts as they explore all these topics on a trip to the Aquarium! Visit The Tennessee Aquarium https://tnaqua.org/ Send questions to podcast@coresci.org Support the podcast and view show notes by going to https://letstalkcreation.org Support Core’s Christmas campaign at https://coresci.org/index.php/donate/ Join Todd’s Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/researchreports