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Unbelievable? offers a weekly podcast, blog, and video series hosted by Ruth Jackson and a team of thinkers and Christian apologists.

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Join an electrifying debate exploring life's ultimate questions: What’s the purpose of existence? How do God and atheism shape our understanding of the cosmos, consciousness, and meaning?
Recorded at the prestigious Royal Institution in London, this thought-provoking discussion features:
Alex O’Connor @Cosmic Skeptic – Atheist YouTuber, host of @withinreasonpod, philosopher.Elizabeth Oldfield – Host of @sacred_podcast, author of Fully Alive Prof. Philip Goff – @Philip_Goff on X, philosopher and leading voice on panpsychism.Rowan Williams – Former Archbishop of Canterbury, theologian, poet and writer.Dr. Jack Symes – Public philosopher, BBC New Generation Thinker, and host of The Panpsycast Podcast, jacksymes.co.ukIntroduced by Ruth Jackson of Premier Unbelievable, this debate dives deep into:
🌍 The origins and purpose of the cosmos.
🧠 The nature of consciousness and its mysteries.
💡 The role of God, faith, and atheism in ethics and meaning.
With lively discussion, challenging ideas, and a live audience—including students from local schools—this event is a must-watch for anyone grappling with the biggest questions of existence.
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PART 1 of What’s the Point of Existence? God, Atheism, and the Meaning of Life 🌍

Debate has raged over the timeline of Christ's return. Daniel Goepfrich holds to 'premillennialism' - that Christ will return before a 1000 year reign of peace, Chris Date holds to 'amillennialism' - that there will be no literal 1000 year reign.

For Chris Date https://rethinkinghell.com/
For Daniel Goepfrich https://www.theologyisforeveryone.com/

Originally aired: July 2021

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Unbelievable? Classic: Premillennial vs Amillennial debate on Christ's return - Daniel Goepfrich & Chris Date

Join an electrifying debate exploring life's ultimate questions: What’s the purpose of existence? How do God and atheism shape our understanding of the cosmos, consciousness, and meaning?

Recorded at the prestigious Royal Institution in London, this thought-provoking discussion features:
Alex O’Connor @Cosmic Skeptic – Atheist YouTuber, host of @withinreasonpod, philosopher.
Elizabeth Oldfield – Host of @sacred_podcast, author of Fully Alive 
Prof. Philip Goff – @Philip_Goff on X, philosopher and leading voice on panpsychism.
Rowan Williams – Former Archbishop of Canterbury, theologian, poet and writer.
Dr. Jack Symes – Public philosopher, BBC New Generation Thinker, and host of The Panpsycast Podcast, jacksymes.co.uk

This debate dives deep into:
🌍 The origins and purpose of the cosmos.
🧠 The nature of consciousness and its mysteries.
💡 The role of God, faith, and atheism in ethics and meaning.

With lively discussion, challenging ideas, and a live audience Q&A —including students from local schools — this event is a must-watch for anyone grappling with the biggest questions of existence.

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PART 2 of What’s the Point of Existence? God, Atheism, and the Meaning of Life 🌍

In a world splintered by distrust across science, faith, and politics, is it possible to find common ground on the sources of true wisdom? Dr. Francis Collins, a world-renowned geneticist and Christian, believes we must, and his new book, The Road to Wisdom: On Truth, Science, Faith, and Trust, aims to rekindle these values. Collins argues that a foundation of humility, truth, and morality — not partisan loyalty — should guide our judgement. But in an age where allegiance often outweighs evidence, can this vision truly take hold?

In this episode of Premier Unbelievable, Collins squares off with Phil Halper, atheist scientist and creator of Before the Big Bang, to probe the limits of science and the necessity of faith. 

Together, they’ll tackle pressing questions: 
Can faith and science coexist without compromising truth? How does trust (or lack of it) contribute to today’s social and political divides?Is it possible to transcend polarization and rebuild a fractured world?
Whether you're a person of faith, a skeptic, or simply searching for answers in a turbulent world, this episode offers a deep dive into the limits of science, the necessity of trust, and the pursuit of wisdom. Can Collins' vision inspire change, or are we too entrenched to move forward?

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Science vs Faith: Can We Find Truth and Trust in a Divided World? with Dr. Francis Collins & Phil Halper

Andy Bannister and Abdullah Al Andalusi
In a world filled with questions about faith, truth, and the future, can Islam and Christianity find common ground, or do their beliefs reveal irreconcilable differences? Dr. Andy Bannister, a Christian apologist and author, and Abdullah Al Andalusi, an Islamic thinker and activist, go head to head in this week's episode of the Unbelievable? Podcast - coming together for a powerful discussion on the big questions shaping our world today.
Together, they explore:
Do Muslims and Christians worship the same God?How do Islamic and Christian beliefs shape our understanding of life, purpose, and truth?What happens when faith influences technology and the future of AI?What unique visions of humanity's future do Islam and Christianity have to offer?
Dr. Andy Bannister, a former atheist turned Christian, and Abdullah Al Andalusi, who embraced Islam after leaving Christianity, bring their personal journeys and intellectual insights to this thought-provoking debate.

Whether you’re a believer, skeptic, or curious seeker, this episode dives deep into the heart of faith, identity, and humanity’s future in a rapidly changing world.

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#IslamVsChristianity #FaithDebate #PurposeAndTruth #FutureOfAI #UnbelievablePodcast #InterfaithDialogue #ReligionAndTechnology #MuslimsAndChristians

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Islam vs Christianity: Do We Worship the Same God? with Dr. Andy Bannister & Abdullah Al Andalusi

Towards the end of this discussion, Roger Bolton's guests acknowledge a profound hunger for Christianity. So, how did we get here? How can Christianity recover its confidence? Have Christian leaders, in their pursuit of relevance, lost sight of the true distinctiveness of what it means to be a follower of Jesus Christ?

Host Roger Bolton dives deep into the evolving role of Christianity with distinguished guests Nick Spencer, Senior Fellow at the Theos think tank, and Rupert Shortt, acclaimed author and journalist. Together, they tackle some of the most pressing questions about faith in the modern age:
How has Christianity shaped Western values like morality, equality, and human rights?What is the faith's relationship with science and secularism?Can Christianity remain relevant in an increasingly multicultural and secular world?The discussion unpacks cultural amnesia, media misrepresentation, and the rising spiritual hunger among younger generations. Is Christianity truly in decline, or is there a path to renewal?

For today's guests: 
📖 Rupert Shortt
Get your copy of: The Eclipse of Christianity https://amzn.to/3WhhI51 and Christianophobia: A Faith Under Attack https://amzn.to/3DZdzMIYou can read more of his work here: Rupert Shortt on TLS
📖 Nick Spencer
Get your copy of: The Evolution of the West: How Christianity Shaped Our Values https://amzn.to/3OoJqbQ and Magisteria: The Entangled Histories of Science and Religion https://amzn.to/41FQLePReading Our Times podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/reading-our-times/id1530952185Follow him on Twitter: @theosnickDiscover more about Theos: @theosthinktank 
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Does Christianity need to recover its confidence? with Rupert Shortt and Nick Spencer

How do we know the age of the Universe, really? Today's guest suggests atheists should believe our world is actually 5 minutes old… no, seriously!!In this episode, Vince Vitale hosts a fascinating discussion with David Lu and Dan Linford to explore a groundbreaking theory and its philosophical and scientific implications on the Big Bang, the existence of a Creator, and the age of the universe.

🔍 David Lu presents a novel argument suggesting the universe might only be five minutes old, challenging traditional cosmological beliefs. This bold claim ignites a lively debate on causation, time, and the very nature of existence.

💡 Dan Linford counters with philosophical and scientific perspectives, leading to a deep exploration of topics such as:
The nature of space-time and causationProbability distributions of cosmic events and the Boltzmann brain problemEmpirical evidence vs. theoretical claims about the universe's ageThe validity of cosmological dating methods
Together, they unpack whether the universe’s beginning requires a cause and explore how the interplay of science and philosophy shapes our understanding of reality.
Meet the Guests:1️⃣ David Lu
David is an MD-PhD Candidate at Stanford University and holds an M.Sc. in Philosophy, Science, and Religion from the University of Edinburgh. With a background in Molecular Biophysics & Biochemistry from Yale University, David has published in leading scientific and philosophical journals.
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2️⃣ Dan Linford
Dan is an instructor in the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies at Old Dominion University. He is also a co-host of the Sci-Phi Podcast and co-author of Existential Inertia and Classical Theistic Proofs with Joseph Schmid.
🎙️ Follow the Sci-Phi Podcast for more deep dives into philosophy and science.

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What do you think? Could the universe truly be five minutes old, or is this just a fascinating thought experiment? Share your thoughts in the comments or on social media!

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#BigBang #Cosmology #PhilosophyPodcast #PhilosophyOfScience #SpaceTime #BoltzmannBrain #CosmologicalArguments #UniverseAge #ScienceAndReligion #Causation #DeepThinking #PodcastDiscussion #ExistentialQuestions

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Is the Universe 5 minutes old? Did the universe begin with a cause? Dan Linford vs David Lu Debate the Kalām Cosmological Argument

Is the universe fine-tuned for life? And does physics point to God? Tune in to the Unbelievable? Podcast for our debate this week which was filmed in front of a live audience at the University of Durham, with Prof. Philip Goff moderating. 

We have two excellent physicists in the hot seats. Dr Luke Barnes is a senior lecturer at Western Sydney University and has published extensively on the fine tuning of physics for life. On the other side we have Dr Martin Bauer an associate professor in physics from Durham University, UK. Martin's research focuses on dark matter, and Higgs physics to name just two. 

This debate at Durham University was funded by the panpsychism and panentheism three-year project that Philip Goff and Andre Buchareth run at Durham University, which is currently funded by the John Templeton Foundation. 

MEET THE GUESTS
For Philip Goff:
https://philipgoffphilosophy.com/
Philip’s book: Why? The Purpose of the universe https://amzn.to/3X3zklx
https://x.com/philip_goff
https://bsky.app/profile/philipgoff.bsky.social

For Luke Barnes:
https://researchers.westernsydney.edu.au/en/persons/luke-barnes
https://x.com/lukebarnesastro

For Martin Bauer:
https://www.durham.ac.uk/staff/martin-m-bauer/
https://x.com/martinmbauer?lang=en

#finetuning #reasonsforgod #sciencevsgod #physicists #astrophysics #debate #christianapologetics

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Is the universe fine-tuned for life? Luke Barnes vs Martin Bauer with Philip Goff [recorded on location at Durham Uni]

Can belief in a loving God withstand the reality of suffering? In this special live debate hosted in front of a live student audience in partnership with Youth For Christ in Aylesbury, Unbelievable? brings together two compelling voices to tackle one of the most profound questions in philosophy and theology: does suffering debunk the existence of a God? Can a good God allow such suffering? And does God send good people to hell?

🤔 Harry Amos – An agnostic atheist and blogger at The Book of Amos, who argues that the existence of suffering challenges belief in a benevolent God. 
🙏 Simon Edwards – An adjunct speaker apologist from the OCCA, The Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics and author of The Sanity of Belief, defending the rationality of faith in the face of pain and hardship. 
Together, they engage in a discussion on whether suffering makes God’s existence implausible—or if it actually points to something deeper.

For More: 
Harry Amos: 
https://thebookofamos.wordpress.com/
X: @harryamos94

Simon Edwards: 
The sanity of belief: why faith makes sense https://amzn.to/3CNMgoo
X: @simon_a_edwards

Does Suffering disprove God? Simon Edwards v Harry Amos

In this gripping episode of Unbelievable? we're diving into one of the most controversial and thought-provoking debates of our time: the future of human evolution. 🧬 

🚀 Will Genetic Engineering Reshape Humanity? 
Will AI Make Us Gods? 🌍 
Can Faith Keep Up? 🤖

With the power of AI and genetic modification at our fingertips, are we playing God— or simply fulfilling our human potential?

Joining the discussion are Sam McKee, Associate Tutor and PhD Candidate in the Philosophy of Science at Manchester Metropolitan University, and Nick Spencer, Senior Fellow at Theos Think Tank and author of Playing God: Science, Religion, and the Future.

Faith vs. Science: does DNA editing challenge God’s plan/existence? Nick Spencer vs Sam McKee

We return to listener questions on whether Hawking was right or wrong to dismiss God as a cause of the universe in his new book "The Grand Design".

John Polkinghorne is a theoretical physicist and Anglican Priest in Cambridge. Hugh Ross is a Christian physicist and founder of "Reasons to Believe".

They tackle questions on whether the multiverse is really an alternative to God in explaining our fine-tuned universe. What physicists really mean when they say the universe came into being "out of nothing", and whether the massive size of the universe makes our existence insignificant.

For Hugh Ross see http://www.reasons.org/resources

For John Polkinghorne see http://www.polkinghorne.net/

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