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Within Reason

Alex J O'Connor
Atheism
Christianity
Meaning Crisis
Religion
Democracy
Wisdom
Modern Architecture
Free Will
Philosophy
Burden Of Proof
Philosophy Of Religion
Belonging
Neuroscience
History
Hungry Judge Phenomenon
Philosophy Of Science
Agnosticism
Graham Oppy
Religious Belief
Mental Health

For the curious. A philosophy podcast that sometimes flirts with other disciplines, Within Reason has featured guests including Richard Dawkins, Douglas Murray, William Lane Craig, Peter Singer, Konstantin Kisin, and Neil deGrasse Tyson.

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Graham Oppy is Professor of Philosophy and Associate Dean of Research at Monash University. An Australian philosopher of religion, he is often considered one of the most thoughtful and important academic atheists in the world.

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Alain de Botton is the creator of The School of Life. A Swiss-born British author and public speaker, his books discuss various contemporary subjects and themes, emphasising philosophy's relevance to everyday life.

John Nelson earned a PhD in New Testament and Christian Origins from the University of Edinburgh in 2023. He writes for the Substack Behind the Gospels.

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0:00 - 1,778,795 Q&A

0:24 - How Are You?

5:12 - If You Could Choose Your Date of Birth, When Would It Be?

9:36 - Survival Tips From Bear Grylls?

10:21 - How Do You Remember so Much Stuff?

15:24 - What is Your Dream Podcast?

17:01 - Doesn’... more

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Candida Moss
The author of 'The Myth of Persecution, How Early Christians Invented a Story of Martyrdom' and a scholar in the field of theology and history.
University of Notre Dame
Episode: #123 Candida Moss - Were Early Christians Really Persecuted by Rome?
Peter Godfrey-Smith
Philosopher and author specializing in animal consciousness and philosophy of mind.
Author of Other Minds and Metazoa
Episode: #116 Peter Godfrey Smith - Animal Consciousness: What Can We Know?
Simon Blackburn
Philosopher known for his work on ethics and philosophical emotivism.
Episode: #114 Simon Blackburn - What is Ethical Emotivism?
Sabine Hossenfelder
Physicist and author known for her work on the fundamentals of physics and consciousness.
Episode: #113 Sabine Hossenfelder - Superdeterminism: Why Are Physicists Scared of It?
David Pakman
Political commentator and host of The David Pakman Show
The David Pakman Show
Episode: #109 David Pakman - The New Threat Donald Trump Poses to America
Dale Allison
Scholar known for his work on the resurrection of Jesus.
Episode: #107 Dale Allison - Did Jesus Rise From the Dead?
John Lennox
Professor of Mathematics and Philosophy of Science, known for his work on the philosophy of science and religion.
University of Oxford
Episode: #105 John Lennox - Why Science Needs God
Philip Goff
Philosopher and advocate for panpsychism
Not specified
Episode: #104 Annaka Harris - Is Consciousness Fundamental?
Joe Folley
Philosopher and returning guest, known for his contributions to discussions in this podcast
Episode: #100 Philosopher Shootout - 16 Thinkers, Ranked (With Joe Folley)

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Alex O'Connor
Alex O'Connor is the primary host who engages guests from various fields, facilitating thoughtful discussions on complex topics, particularly in philosophy, science, and societal critiques.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 7.7k ratings
  • Thoughtful

    Alex. Though my views squarely lie in the God definitely exists camp, I just want to thank you for your, calm and rounded discussions on the topic. Well done. Hope all your wonderful questions are answered one day in all possible universes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BC Nurse
    Canada4 days ago
  • Exceptional

    A unique podcast that delivers searching conversations in the spirit of Socrates (if not the style). This is a medicinal aid to examining one’s own presumptions and a prompt to question one’s own prison of beliefs! We need these kinds of discussions in our increasingly presumptive and opinionated lives

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yaremus
    United Kingdom6 days ago
  • Wonderful podcast! 🧠

    Wow! This podcast is amazing! Haven’t even finished one episode and I’m hooked. I’m almost 60 and my dad I had conversations like this all the time while I was growing up. And yes, I’ve wondered for years why AA batteries still suck! It was pretty cool when they came out with rechargeable AAs. Anyway, thank you! Love the content and style 👏🧠💟

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stephhutton
    United States10 days ago
  • Architecture discussion

    It’s good to hear the frustration from u young people however I’ve thought similar stuff all my life. And now eighty I still have something to say, contribute.

    But I’ve no platform so keep on singing Loud and clear.

    However architecture is best seen as a place to live and work and that should be the starting point.

    Modern housing is disgraceful left to architects whose history is reflected in a bit of that and a bit of this whilst the understanding of space and usage at best secondary. I ca... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    D M Dalton
    United Kingdom10 days ago
  • Great podcast, awkward ad insertions

    I just started listening and the guests are amazing. Great conversations with Bernardo Kastrup, Annika Harris, and Hank Green, to name a few.

    The ad insertions are crazy making though. They pop in randomly, mid-thought. My ADHD brain always loses the thread for a moment. This is the only podcast I listen to that does this. Can it be addressed?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ken Murphy
    United Statesa month ago

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#137 Debunking Arguments for God - Graham Oppy
Q: Can you summarize the ontological argument?
The ontological argument posits that if one can conceive of the greatest possible being, then it must exist in reality because a being that exists in reality is greater than one that exists only in the mind.
#137 Debunking Arguments for God - Graham Oppy
Q: What can you tell us about the fine-tuning problem?
The fine-tuning problem refers to the precise constants of the universe that allow for existence; theists argue it suggests design, while atheists posit chance or necessity as explanations.
#137 Debunking Arguments for God - Graham Oppy
Q: How does a theist typically go from whatever their version of the principle of sufficient reason is?
The theist typically argues from a principle of sufficient reason, claiming that because things exist, there must be a necessary being that explains existence, which is labeled as God.
#130 Philip Goff - Why I'm a Heretical Christian
Q: What's the specialness of Jesus?
The Eastern Church distinguishes between two aspects of God, the essence of God and what they call God's energies.
#130 Philip Goff - Why I'm a Heretical Christian
Q: You believe in God now?
Sort of. I mean, I have become religious. I never thought I'd be religious.

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What is Within Reason about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Covering a diverse range of topics, this podcast offers a platform for in-depth discussions with guests from various disciplines, including philosophy, science, and literature. The conversations often challenge conventional beliefs as they explore complex themes such as religion, ethics, consciousness, and the nature of existence. The depth and breadth of the guests' expertise, from scientists to authors, provide listeners with unique insights and perspectives on contemporary issues, making it a rich resource for those interested in philosophy and thought-provoking discourse. The host skillfully navigates through challenging ideas, offering respectful dialogue that encourages curiosity and understanding.

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1. Candida Moss
2. Peter Godfrey-Smith
3. Simon Blackburn
4. Sabine Hossenfelder
5. David Pakman
6. Dale Allison
7. John Lennox
8. Philip Goff

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