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Intelligent Design the Future

Discovery Institute
Intelligent Design
Evolution
Darwinism
Discovery Institute
Biology
Darwinian Evolution
Natural Selection
Consciousness
Materialism
Origin Of Life
Evolutionary Theory
Artificial Intelligence
Fossil Record
Fine-Tuning
Cosmology
Evolutionary Biology
Biochemistry
Philosophy
Jonathan Wells
Mathematics

The ID The Future (IDTF) podcast carries on Discovery Institute's mission of exploring the issues central to evolution and intelligent design. IDTF is a short podcast providing you with the most current news and views on evolution and ID. IDTF delivers brief interviews with key scientists and scholars developing the theory of ID, as well as insightful commentary from Discovery Institute senior fel... more

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A second revolution is underway in biology today. DNA isn’t the whole story for the development of living things. The deeper scientists look into the cell, the more they find layers of coding, regulation, communication, and control. Where did all thi... more

Many of us have heard about one of the biggest discoveries in modern biology: the discovery of the information code embedded in DNA. But perhaps an even bigger discovery than that would be that DNA isn’t running the show by itself. A second revolutio... more

ID The Future listeners now get to enjoy two episodes each month from our sister podcast Mind Matters News, a production of the Discovery Institute’s Walter Bradley Center for Natural and Artificial Intelligence. The Mind Matters News podcast brings ... more

The new documentary film The Story of Everything is no longer available in movie theaters, but there are now new ways to stream and share this intriguing documentary! Host Andrew McDiarmid recently caught up with our friend and colleague Dr. Stephen ... more

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Evan Sayet
Comedian, speaker, and author who critiques atheism and promotes the concept of intelligent design.
Episode: Comedian Evan Sayet on the Failure of the Atheist Origin Myth
Dr. Robert Waltzer
Chair and Professor of Biology at Bell Haven University
Bell Haven University
Episode: How Muscle Function Demonstrates Nested Irreducible Complexity
Scott Minnich
Scientist known for involvement in intelligent design discussions and work related to E. coli citrate metabolism
Discovery Institute
Episode: Dr. Scott Minnich on the Real Science Behind E. coli “Evolution”
Donald C. Wunsch II
Endowed professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering; Director of the Kummer Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems, Missouri University of Science and Technology
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Episode: A Dose of Engineering Realism Over AI Hype
Peter S. Williams
Philosopher and intelligent design scholar
NLA University College / Christian Evidence Society
Episode: Defending Fine-Tuning: How to Respond to Common Objections
Bobby Hollingsworth
Major General, United States Marine Corps (retired); decorated fighter pilot
United States Marines; ESGR (Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve) advocate
Episode: Strategic Design: A Fighter Pilot on Military Readiness and Excellence
Jay Budziszewski
Professor of government, philosophy, and civic leadership
University of Texas at Austin
Episode: How to Restore Sanity to Scientific Debates
J. Budziszewski
Professor of government, philosophy and civic leadership at the University of Texas at Austin
University of Texas at Austin
Episode: Reclaiming Common Sense in a Pandemic of Lunacy
Lee Warren
Neurosurgeon, author, podcaster
Neurosurgery practice in Auburn, Alabama (with wife Lisa)
Episode: How Changing Your Mind Can Physically Alter Your Brain

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Andrew McDiarmid
Host focusing on intelligent design, science, and philosophy discussions

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Funny and Insightful

    Very much enjoyed the interview with Evan Sayet. One of the best ever episodes. I look forward to reading his new book.

    The only monkeys on trial are those millions plus behind typewriters.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    iWoz2
    United States13 days ago
  • Egnor vs Shermer

    Was hard to get through the whole thing. Dr Egnor was a perfect gentleman but his appointment drones down on and on.

    This is par for the course. Just gives one more reason to believe in creation.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    quick ed
    United States3 months ago
  • Great!

    Intelligent, likable, courageous.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MF98776
    United States3 months ago
  • Good Stuff

    Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Red the Rose
    United States4 months ago
  • Logical inspired revolutionary

    Very insightful and logical. I have a feeling Darwin will finally be proven wrong in my lifetime. The many idiotic supporters of his theories are not happy. Listen to the podcast and find out why 👍🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Diver-Dan
    Australia5 months ago

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Thoughtful, rigorous discussions at the science-faith interface.
Quality guests and deep-dive topics appealing to serious thinkers.
Could be challenging for casual listeners, but very rewarding for enthusiasts.

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Dr. Scott Minnich on the Real Science Behind E. coli “Evolution”
Q: So how do you go about duplicating this and testing it in your own lab?
They used two approaches: duplicating experiments with different transfer intervals to allow gene duplications to occur and then observing the promoter capture that enables continuous transporter expression, reinforcing that such mutations can arise repeatedly under varied conditions.
Dr. Scott Minnich on the Real Science Behind E. coli “Evolution”
Q: Did you think when Lenski had reported that he had, in fact, shown a legitimate significant gain of function, or were you skeptical?
He indicates initial skepticism about whether the observed citrate utilization represented a fundamental evolutionary breakthrough, but later details a mechanistic interpretation involving promoter changes and gene duplication that can yield similar functional outcomes without creating a new species.
Dr. Scott Minnich on the Real Science Behind E. coli “Evolution”
Q: Read both sides, go deep. I think there's always a challenge and you have to keep an open mind.
Minnich emphasizes examining evidence from multiple angles, acknowledging that both supportive and critical data should be considered to understand how citrate utilization arises and what it means for the broader debate on evolution versus design.
How Muscle Function Demonstrates Nested Irreducible Complexity
Q: Is it possible that an unguided evolutionary process could origin muscle through numerous successive slight modifications?
From both a layperson's and a scientist's perspective, the answer is no; the level of organization and coordination observed in muscle is difficult to reconcile with unguided steps without an organizer.
How Muscle Function Demonstrates Nested Irreducible Complexity
Q: What mysteries remain about muscle that you think will continue to be studied and pursued?
Researchers are still figuring out how proteins are produced and delivered to precise locations in a timely way, how large proteins are removed and replaced, and how actin and myosin structures are regulated to maintain balance.

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What is Intelligent Design the Future about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show features concise conversations focused on intelligent design, evolution, and the intersection of science and faith. Episodes typically center on critiques of Darwinian theory, debates about fine-tuning and cosmology, and discussions of biology, physics, and philosophy through the lens of design. Guests range from philosophers and scientists to policy-influencers associated with Discovery Institute, yielding rigorous arguments framed for educated adults seeking thoughtful, if provocative, takes on science and religion. A standout aspect is the recurring emphasis on design as a explanatory framework across diverse domains, from cosmology to biology, often paired with accessible explanations and B2B-friendly thought leadership for st... more

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2. Dr. Robert Waltzer
3. Scott Minnich
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