Best Richard Dawkins Podcasts (2025)

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#381: Stephen Law- Oxford Philosopher On Debating God, Evil God Challenge, Richard Dawkins & More 54:34

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In this episode, Lewis and Dr. Stephen Law discuss various philosophical arguments surrounding the existence of God, the problem of evil, and the nature of morality. Stephen reflects on surprising arguments encountered in debates, the significance of personal experiences in finding meaning, and the concept of pseudo profundity in discourse. The dis…

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What It Is Like To Debate Jordan Peterson ｜A Conversation with Nihal Arthanayake 1:23:24

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In this episode of The Poetry of Reality, Richard Dawkins joins Nihal Arthanayake for a compelling conversation in London, EnglandThis episode was filmed as part of Richard Dawkins' tour.Nihal Arthanayake is an acclaimed multi-award winning broadcaster, journalist, podcaster and author. He currently presents the Headliners Podcast on the BBC in the…

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Episode 144, Steven Pinker x Richard Dawkins: Live in London (Part II - Audience Questions) 32:46

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This is a live recording from our recent show – The Future of Humanity – held on 3 June 2025 at London’s Royal Institution Theatre. The event was a conversation between psychologist Steven Pinker and biologist Richard Dawkins – both previous guests on The Panpsycast – exploring the evolution of human beings and the challenges we face in the future.…

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From Family Fires to City Gates: From Family Gods to City-States - The Ancient City - Episode 11 1:51:41

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🏛️ THE ANCIENT CITY: How Religion Built Civilization (Books Brothers Podcast) The oldest book we've ever covered reveals the SHOCKING truth about how cities actually formed! Forget everything you think you know about ancient Greece and Rome. French scholar Numa Denis Fustel de Coulanges drops a bombshell in this 1854 masterpiece: RELIGION wasn't ju…

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Episode 145, The Mystery of Morality: Live in London (Part I - The Debate) 1:15:02

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'“Hello – it’s Olly here! For Episode 145, we have another very special show for you: the recording from our live event – The Mystery of Morality – held on 12 June 2025 at London’s Royal Institution Theatre. The event was a conversation between four of our previous guests: Richard Swinburne, Jessica Frazier, Alex O’Connor and Peter Singer. The ques…

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The Juniper Tree 36:42

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"The Juniper Tree" (also "The Almond Tree"; Low German: Von dem Machandelboom) is a German fairy tale published in Low German by the Brothers Grimm in Grimm's Fairy Tales in 1812 (KHM 47).[1] The story contains themes of child abuse, murder, cannibalism and biblical symbolism and is one of the Brothers Grimm's darker and more mature fairy tales.…

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Is Woke Dead? (The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad_847) 1:58:21

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This event was held in London on June 4, 2025. It was organized by Professor Eric Kaufmann (University of Buckingham). The two other participants were Drs. Matthew Goodwin and Batya Ungar-Sargon. My lecture begins around the 21:33 mark. _______________________________________ If you appreciate my work and would like to support it: https://subscribe…

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The Singular Exemplar Bias - Death by Suicidal Empathy (The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad_846) 8:31

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What It Is Like To Debate Jordan Peterson ｜A Conversation with Nihal Arthanayake 1:23:13

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In this episode of The Poetry of Reality, Richard Dawkins joins Nihal Arthanayake for a compelling conversation in London, EnglandThis episode was filmed as part of Richard Dawkins' tour.Nihal Arthanayake is an acclaimed multi-award winning broadcaster, journalist, podcaster and author. He currently presents the Headliners Podcast on the BBC in the…

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161. How to Captivate an Audience 48:48

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Twenty years ago, before the Freakonomics book tour, Bill McGowan taught Steve Levitt to speak in public. In his new book he tries to teach everyone else. SOURCES: Bill McGowan, founder and C.E.O. of Clarity Media Group. RESOURCES: Speak, Memorably: The Art of Captivating an Audience, by Bill McGowan (2025). "Sheryl Sandberg Gives UC Berkeley Comme…

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Christian Music's DARK Secret: Accountability is LONG Overdue 12:05

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n=#TCS #TheChurchSplit Support The Ministry: https://patreon.com/thechurchsplit Donate: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=DNCPKRQVTBD5E Order My Book: https://a.co/d/1vjiC16 The Network: https://onelifenetwork.org/ T he recent revelations about Michael Tait (Newsboys, DC Talk) have rocked the Christian music world — but the most shock…

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Optograms and Wife Salves 34:59

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Optography is the process of viewing or retrieving an optogram, an image on the retina of the eye. A belief that the eye "recorded" the last image seen before death was widespread in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and was a frequent plot device in fiction of the time, to the extent that police photographed the victims' eyes in several real…

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Japanism, Finnishism, and Bolivianism Are Evil Ideologies (The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad_845) 0:57

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Annie Duke Thinks You Should Quit (Update) 48:25

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Former professional poker player Annie Duke wrote a book about Steve’s favorite subject: quitting. They talk about why quitting is so hard, how to do it sooner, and why we feel shame when we do something that’s good for us. SOURCES: Annie Duke, author and former professional poker player. RESOURCES: Quit: The Power of Knowing When to Walk Away, by …

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Why Parasitic Socialism Never Dies (The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad_844) 6:43

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Is Islam Compatible with the West's Liberties and Freedoms? (The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad_843) 16:27

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Original link to the Charlie Kirk Show: Original link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-charlie-kirk-show/id1460600818 _______________________________________ #islam #immigration #west #liberty #freedom #empathy #parasitic If you appreciate my work and would like to support it: https://subscribestar.com/the-saad-truth https://patreon.com/G…

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Iran's Nuclear Program, Mutual Assured Destruction, & the NYC Mayoral Race (The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad_842) 8:21

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Charge of the Light Brigade 34:33

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The Charge of the Light Brigade was a military action undertaken by British light cavalry against Russian forces during the Battle of Balaclava in the Crimean War, resulting in many casualties to the cavalry. On 25 October 1854, the Light Brigade, led by Lord Cardigan, mounted a frontal assault against a Russian artillery battery which was well-pre…

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160. How to Help Kids Succeed 1:00:09

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Psychologist David Yeager thinks the conventional wisdom for how to motivate young people is all wrong. His model for helping kids cope with stress is required reading at Steve’s new high school. SOURCES: David Yeager, professor of psychology at the University of Texas at Austin. RESOURCES: 10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People: A Ground…

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Richard Dawkins DESTROYS Creationist Arguments 20:07

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In this episode, Richard Dawkins reacts to a compilation of videos featuring arguments about religion, evolution, and science.This is the first video in the new series, Richard Dawkins Reacts, where Richard Dawkins watches clips from the internet ranging from creationist claims to debates on science and faith—and shares his unfiltered thoughts and …

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The Barkley Marathons - The Immortal Horizon - Part 2 34:39

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The Barkley Marathons is an ultramarathon trail race held each year in Frozen Head State Park in Morgan County, Tennessee, United States. Described as "The Race That Eats Its Young", it is known for its extreme difficulty, purposefully difficult application process, and many strange traditions, having been completed only 26 times by 20 runners sinc…

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Michael Tait's CONFESSION: Our Response Matters 26:37

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Support The Ministry: https://patreon.com/thechurchsplit Donate: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=DNCPKRQVTBD5E Order My Book: https://a.co/d/1vjiC16 The Network: https://onelifenetwork.org/ In this video, we’re talking honestly about the recent confession from Michael Tait (Newsboys/DC Talk) involving addiction, unwanted advances, a…

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#380: Dr James Hollis - Death, Why You Sabotage Love, Finding Your Life's Mission, Dreams & More 1:06:50

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James Hollis, Ph.D. is a Jungian analyst and bestselling author known for exploring the unconscious, meaning, and personal growth. His work brings depth psychology to everyday life, with acclaimed books like The Middle Passage and Living an Examined Life. Timestamps: 00:00 - How We Develop Avoidance To Love 09:00 - The role of childhood in early at…

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How the Two Types of Dopamine Control Your Drive - The Molecule of More - Episode 10 1:02:54

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The Molecule of More - Books Brothers Podcast Join JD and Andrew as they dive deep into "The Molecule of More" by Daniel Lieberman and Michael Long - exploring how dopamine drives human behavior, relationships, creativity, and our never-ending pursuit of "more." 🧠 What You'll Learn: The difference between "wanting" and "liking" - and why dopamine c…

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A Fan Letter - The Case for Israel and the Power of Inoculated Minds (The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad_841) 2:29

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Episode 144, Steven Pinker x Richard Dawkins: Live in London (Part I - The Future of Humanity) 1:04:41

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Welcome to Episode 144 (Part I of II), where Richard Dawkins interviews Steven Pinker on the past and future of humanity. This is a live recording from our recent show – The Future of Humanity – held on 3 June 2025 at London’s Royal Institution Theatre. The event was a conversation between psychologist Steven Pinker and biologist Richard Dawkins – …

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My Thought on the Israel-Iran Conflict (The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad_840) 12:50

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Richard Dawkins DESTROYS Creationist Arguments 19:57

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Why The Selfish Gene Haunts Some Readers | A Conversation with John McWhorter 1:20:31

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In this episode of The Poetry of Reality, Richard Dawkins joins John McWhorter for a compelling conversation about Richard's latest book, The Genetic Book of the Dead along with a wide array of topics including evolution, genetics, science, and the broader cultural forces that shape our understanding of truth.John McWhorter is a linguist, author, a…

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Jordan Peterson BLUNDERS Jubilee 9:54

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#379: Des Powell - SAS Legend Reveals All On Selection, Military Career, Building Discipline & More 1:13:43

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Des Powell is a former SAS sergeant major and member of the 22 SAS regiment with a military career spanning over two decades in the heart of counter terrorism and special covert operations. Before joining the SAS, Des spent eight years in the Parachute Regiment specialising in unarmed combat and high-altitude free-fall parachuting while he advanced…

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The Barkley Marathons - The Immortal Horizon 1:02:26

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https://www.thebeliever.net/the-immortal-horizon/ The Barkley Marathons is an ultramarathon trail race held each year in Frozen Head State Park in Morgan County, Tennessee, United States. Described as "The Race That Eats Its Young", it is known for its extreme difficulty, purposefully difficult application process, and many strange traditions, havi…

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Visiting Iceland & England, Richard Dawkins, David Deutsch, & Free Palestine! (The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad_839) 10:38

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#378: General Stanley McChrystal - 4 Star U.S General On Character, Jan 6th, Civil War & WW3 50:35

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General Stanley McChrystal is a retired four-star U.S. Army General and former commander of U.S. and NATO forces in Afghanistan.In this episode, General McChrystal and Joe discuss character, the events of January 6th, wether there is potential for a civil war in America, what the future of warfare will look like, World War 3 & More.Timestamps:0:00 …

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159. Robin Wall Kimmerer’s Manifesto for a Gift Economy 57:16

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She’s a botanist, a member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, and the author of the bestselling Braiding Sweetgrass. In her new book she criticizes the market economy — but she and Steve find a surprising amount of common ground. SOURCES: Robin Wall Kimmerer, botanist and founder and director of the Center for Native Peoples and the Environment. RES…

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Why The Selfish Gene Haunts Some Readers | A Conversation with John McWhorter 1:20:25

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In this episode of The Poetry of Reality, Richard Dawkins joins John McWhorter for a compelling conversation about Richard's latest book, The Genetic Book of the Dead along with a wide array of topics including evolution, genetics, science, and the broader cultural forces that shape our understanding of truth.John McWhorter is a linguist, author, a…

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Operation Channel Fireball & Operation Fantasia 41:38

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Psychological warfare (PSYWAR), or the basic aspects of modern psychological operations (PsyOp), has been known by many other names or terms, including Military Information Support Operations (MISO), Psy Ops, political warfare, "Hearts and Minds", and propaganda.[1][2] The term is used "to denote any action which is practiced mainly by psychologica…

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I Came to Cast Fire - Episode 9 1:25:19

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In this episode, the hosts explore René Girard's mimetic theory through Friar Elias Carr's 2024 book "I Came to Cast Fire: An Introduction to René Girard." The conversation examines how human desires aren't entirely our own but are shaped by imitating others, creating cycles of rivalry and conflict that have defined human societies throughout histo…

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Episode 143, ‘The Philosophy of Mental Health’ with Rose Cartwright (Part II - Further Analysis and Discussion) 30:33

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We’re living through a mental health crisis. In Europe, use of antidepressant has more than doubled in the past twenty years, and one in five children are now living with a recognised mental health condition. These numbers are striking, and the suffering they reflect personal, and clouded in mystery. But have we always been like this? Or has someth…

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Does Death Have to Be a Death Sentence? (Update) 42:22

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Palliative physician B.J. Miller asks: Is there a better way to think about dying? And can death be beautiful? SOURCES: B.J. Miller, palliative-care physician and President at Mettle Health. RESOURCES: A Beginner’s Guide to the End: Practical Advice for Living Life and Facing Death, by Shoshana Berger and B.J. Miller and (2019). “After A Freak Acci…

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Some 'Intellectuals' Make It Sound Deep | A Conversation with Peter Boghossian 1:29:11

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In this episode of The Poetry of Reality, Richard Dawkins joins Peter Boghossian for a compelling conversation about Richard's latest book, The Genetic Book of the Dead along with a wide array of topics including evolution, genetics, science, and the broader cultural forces that shape our understanding of truth.This episode was filmed as part of Ri…

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Donkey Kong 34:52

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Donkey Kong[a] is a video game series and media franchise created by the Japanese game designer Shigeru Miyamoto for Nintendo. It follows the adventures of Donkey Kong, a large, powerful gorilla, and other members of the Kong family of apes. Donkey Kong games include the original arcade game trilogy by Nintendo R&D1; the Donkey Kong Country series …

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Actress Kyra Sedgwick Proves That Plato Was Right about Democracy (The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad_838) 4:48

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#377: Glenn Jacobs (Kane) On WWE Career, Becoming Mayor, Donald Trump, Future of Politics & More 45:29

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Glenn Thomas Jacobs (known in WWE as Kane), is an American politician, actor, and former professional wrestler. He is currently the Republican Mayor of Knox County, Tennessee, a role he has held since 2018. He is one of the most popular WWE superstars of all time, enjoying a 20+ year long run as 'Kane' in which he had some of the most memorable mom…

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Fax Machines - RERELEASE 35:44

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We had errors with our podcast service provider and they released another show on our feed. We are still fielding questions regarding people not having access to last weeks show so we are rereleasing it. If you missed last week's show becuase the podcast on that feed was wrong, here it is again. If you heard our podcast last week - this is nothing …

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Ex Fundamentalist EXPOSES the Dark Side of Religion 30:17

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#TCS #TheChurchSplit Support The Ministry: https://patreon.com/thechurchsplit Donate: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=DNCPKRQVTBD5E Order My Book: https://a.co/d/1vjiC16 The Network: https://onelifenetwork.org/ In this powerful message from our Rethinking Religion series, Will Hess takes us deep into the heart of Paul's letter to th…