The Surprising Rebirth Of Belief In God

Experts Alan Noble, Elizabeth Oldfield, and Iain McGilchrist discuss the impact of determinism on mental health and the emergence of a 'meaning crisis'. The passing of atheist philosopher Daniel Dennett sparks new openness to God, with seekers like Ayaan Hirsi Ali and Russell Brand exploring faith. Tech pioneer Jordan Hall shares his unexpected solution to the meta-crisis.

Justin Brierley defends the revival of belief in God with atheist Alex O'Connor and Christian Elizabeth Oldfield at the UnHerd Club. Topics include societal attitudes towards faith, personal narratives over logic, secular morality, the resurrection, and different perspectives on God, Christianity, and agnosticism.

Tammy Peterson discusses her miraculous recovery from cancer, recent conversion to Catholicism, and witnessing a growing interest in faith due to her husband's work. They talk about faith amid health crises, navigating fame, the power of prayer through the rosary, and her transformative spiritual journey.

Discover why leading atheists like Antony Flew and Thomas Nagel switched to believing in God. Scientists are exploring DNA, the origin of life, cell complexity, and mathematical order to find purpose and agency. Dissident thinkers like Stephen Meyer and Roger Penrose discuss the surprising rebirth of belief in a mind beyond matter.

Astronomer Jennifer Wiseman, mathematician John Lennox, and intelligent design advocate Stephen Meyer discuss how new evidence points towards the existence of God through the origins and fine-tuning of the universe. The conversation delves into the surprising science behind a 'Goldilocks Universe' that hints at a higher power amidst atheistic objections.

A podcast featuring guests Peter Atkins, David Hutchings, John Lennox, Tim O'Neill, Sarah Irving-Stonebraker, Jennifer Wiseman, and Ros Picard debunking the conflict thesis of religion vs science, exploring the historical relationship between faith and scientific progress, discussing the intersection of faith and science, and reflecting on the limits of scientific inquiry and the persistence of faith among scientists. Plus, a fascinating conversation on innovative wearable technology and its life-saving applications.

Historian Tom Holland and Justin Brierley discuss the renewed interest in faith among secular intellectuals, Holland's intellectual and spiritual journey, and the potential turning of the tide of faith. They delve into the impact of Christianity on Western values, the evolving dynamics between atheists and Christians, and the role of figures like Jordan Peterson in male identity crises.

Scholars like Jonathan Pageau, Lydia and Tim McGrew, John Dickson, and others discuss the historical evidence for the resurrection of Jesus. They explore the impact of the resurrection, the credibility of eyewitnesses, and the transformative power of faith. The podcast delves into the connection between theology and history, challenging alternative explanations and emphasizing the enduring belief in the living Christ.

The podcast explores the trend in academia towards trusting the New Testament. It discusses the controversial Jesus Mythicism, the reliability of the Gospels, and the surprising transformation of a professor from agnosticism to faith after investigating the evidence for Jesus.

The podcast explores why the Bible remains popular despite predictions of its demise. From scholars to thinkers like Jordan Peterson, the Bible's influence persists. It discusses the significance of Old Testament classics, the Parable of the Prodigal Son's psychological depth, and how the Bible shapes Western culture. Exploring challenging passages and God's character in the Old Testament, it reflects on ancient wisdom in biblical stories and the resurgence of Christianity.