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The Poetry of Reality with Richard Dawkins

Richard Dawkins
Consciousness
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Natural Selection
Religion
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Sexual Selection
Trans Ideology
Subjectivity In Medicine
Quantum Healing
Daniel Dennett
Evolutionary Biology
Sex Ratio Theory
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Gender Identity
Gyles Brandreth
The Selfish Gene
Richard Dawkins

The Poetry of Reality is hosted by world renowned truth-teller, evolutionary biologist and best-selling author, Professor Richard Dawkins. He has been celebrated globally for his honest critique of religion and tradition and his push for critical thinking. His books include The Ancestor’s Tale, The Selfish Gene, The Blind Watchmaker, Climbing Mount Improbable, Unweaving the Rainbow, A Devil’s Chap... more

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In this episode of The Poetry of Reality, Richard joins a live audience in Edinburgh to discuss his latest book, The Genetic Book of the Dead. In this wide-ranging conversation, he reflects on how DNA preserves the story of evolution, describing orga... more

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Michael Bray
A leading advocate for extreme Christian beliefs and opposition to abortion.
Episode: Richard Dawkins Confronts a Christian Extremist!
Satish Kumar
An environmental activist and thinker
Episode: Richard Baffled by ‘Spiritual Environmentalists’ Word Salad
Ayaan Hirsi Ali
Former Somali politician, best-selling author, and activist for women's rights and freedom of expression.
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Episode: John McWhorter and Richard Dawkins talk about Linguistics and Woke Racism
Alister McGrath
Theologian and author
University of Oxford
Episode: Richard Dawkins Talks to an Ex-Atheist Christian Theologian | (Part 2)
Daniel Dennett
Philosopher and cognitive scientist known for his works on consciousness and free will.
Episode: In Memoriam: Dan Dennett on Mortality, Life, and Existence
Andrew Sullivan
British journalist and political commentator
The Weekly Dish
Episode: Why Did Andrew Sullivan Apologise to Richard Dawkins?
Craig Hamilton Parker
A medium who claims to communicate with the dead.
Episode: Richard Dawkins Calmly Talks About Talking to the Dead
Michael Baum
Distinguished surgeon specializing in breast cancer and critic of alternative medicine
Episode: Science, Deceit & Healthcare: Navigating The Minefield of Alternative Medicine with Prof. Michael Baum
Helen Joyce
Author knowledgeable on issues surrounding gender identity
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Episode: Are We Free to Say No to the Falsehoods of Trans Ideology?

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Richard Dawkins
Host of The Poetry of Reality. Renowned evolutionary biologist and acclaimed author, recognized for his critiques of religion and advocacy for scientific understanding and reasoning.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 748 ratings
  • Obscurity Key

    Dawkins is relatable to me in one way, he isn’t afraid to say what’s on his mind.

    Besides that, Dawkins disciplined study and lifelong educational journey separate him from me quite a bit. But that’s why I love him, a driver towards the wise frontier.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WilderLead
    United States3 months ago
  • Time spent with Dawkins

    Always come away with a better understanding of our world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Monida55
    United States4 months ago
  • Pinker talks too much….

    Why would you host Richard Dawkins and then dominate the conversation?!? Terrible

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Dawkins fan
    United States7 months ago
  • Great episode

    Podcast Addict
    5
    BlizzNZ
    7 months ago
  • Love a rational conversation

    After spending 2-years studying cults, a lifetime understanding anti-social personality and abuse after being pushed into and rejecting catholic faith, and serving in the Armed Forces I did it refreshing to just be content with what science can explain, and curious about what science will explain in the future without having to resort to mystical thinking. It strikes me as the need to believe in something is possibly a result of feeling a lack of importance in the self- I’m not for self importan... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SamanthaT019
    United Kingdom8 months ago

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Why Ideas Spread Like Viruses
Q: What are your thoughts about AI and its applications on biology or science as a whole?
ChatGPT passed the Turing test with flying colors. It can generate impressive creative outputs but could improve with factual knowledge.
Why Ideas Spread Like Viruses
Q: Do you have any opinion on the ethics of CRISPR technology and its application in deletion of genes coding for disease or disability?
CRISPR is immensely important, but the attempts to bring back extinct species raise ethical questions about selecting which animals to resurrect.
Can We Still Be Optimistic About the Future? | A Conversation with Steven Pinker
Q: How do you see religion influencing the future of humanity?
I look forward to it going extinct as the younger generation identifies as 'nuns' and doesn't replace older religious populations.
Can We Still Be Optimistic About the Future? | A Conversation with Steven Pinker
Q: Are you optimistic about the future, not in terms of its desirability, but in terms of the power of human technology?
In terms of technology, yes, there is tremendous promise in prevention or treatment of diseases and automation.
Is New Atheism Losing? | A Conversation with Matt Ridley
Q: Are you known with the theory of your countryman, Graham Hancock, of the Netflix special Ancient Apocalypse?
Dawkins admits he is not familiar with Hancock's work and thus cannot comment on it.

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2. Satish Kumar
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