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The Uncertainty Podcast

Miles K. Donahue
Theism
Fine-Tuning
Naturalism
Consciousness
Cosmology
Moral Realism
Multiverse
Panpsychism
Kalam Cosmological Argument
Philosophy
Time
Christianity
Effective Altruism
Gender
New Testament Canon
Free Will
Cosmological Constant
Many Worlds Interpretation
Quantum Mechanics
Cognitive Science Of Religion

A philosophy Ph.D. student working his way, with the world's leading thinkers, through the problems of philosophy, religion, science, and the existential struggle with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) - similar to Alex O'Connor, but more American. Who wants to come along for the ride? mileskdonahue.substack.com

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Is it even possible to have empirical evidence for God's existence? What if the stars realigned to spell out "I exist! Sincerely, God." Wouldn't THAT count as evidence for God? It seems that the answer is yes. But then, various objections to argument... more

Matthew Vines, author of God and the Gay Christian: The Biblical Case in Support of Same-Sex Relationships, joins me to discuss the revised version of this now classic texts. Has Matt has changed his mind on any major issues? What, in the end, would ... more

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I discuss and debate the merits of drug-induced experiences for one's religious beliefs, the difference panpsychism makes, the distinction between God's essence and energies, and giant purple platypuses floating over New York City.

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Talia Mae Bettcher and Tomas Bogardus join me to debate the question, "What is a woman?". Is gender biologically grounded, socially constructed, or something else entirely? If you're looking for a cordial and substantive exchange from two thinkers wh... more

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Matthew Vines
Author and theologian
Author of God and the Gay Christian
Episode: #87 Yes, You Can be Gay and Christian - Matthew Vines
Talia Bettcher
Philosopher and professor, discussed as a guest on the episode
Professor of Philosophy
Episode: #85 What Is a Woman? - Talia Mae Bettcher And Tomas Bogardus
Keegan Kjeldson
Ph.D. student discussing continental philosophy, with emphasis on clarity vs. literary style
Episode: #84 Continental Philosophy: Genius or Gibberish? - Keegan Kjeldson
Joe Schmid
Guest on the show discussing fine-tuning, philosopher
Episode: #83 Answering (Almost) Every Objection to the Fine-Tuning Argument
Lance Bush
Philosopher contributing to the debate on moral realism
Episode: #81 Are There Objective Moral Truths? - David Enoch vs. Lance Bush
Josh Rasmussen
Philosopher guest discussing contingency, grounding, and theism
Episode: #80 Something Exists; Therefore, God Exists - Josh Rasmussen
William Lane Craig
Philosopher, author, and commentator on cosmology and theology
Episode: #79 Did the Universe Begin? William Lane Craig Cross-Examined
David Bentley Hart
Philosopher and author discussed in the episode
Episode: #73 Why Materialism Can't Explain Consciousness - David Bentley Hart
David Wallace
Philosopher of physics and guest on the show
Episode: #72 The Multiverse is Real - David Wallace

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Miles Donahue
Host of The Uncertainty Podcast; frequently leads and moderates philosophical discussions and debates.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 26 ratings
  • Awesome

    Miles does an awesome job with these interviews. He always gets right to the point and is not afraid to go into the weeds. He is a clear reasonable thinker and often asks the questions that I would want to ask.

    Maybe he could have someone on to talk about universalism or religious pluralism. Or open theism.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chris Bandy
    United States8 months ago
  • Insightful and Unexpectedly Relatable

    Miles Donahue's Uncertainty tackles life's biggest questions—philosophy, religion, science—with sharp intellect and a uniquely personal flair. It’s deep, thought-provoking, and refreshingly human, with moments of humor that make even existential struggles (and IBS) surprisingly relatable. Perfect for curious minds craving both insight and authenticity!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anna [SOP]
    United States2 years ago
  • Informative

    Deep scholarly discussions hosted by an up and coming philosopher of religion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LandonMitchell0
    United States2 years ago

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Clear, engaging interviewer who isn't afraid to go deep into weeds.
Intellectually rigorous and thoughtful discussions.
High-quality guests and scholarly conversations that stay accessible.

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The Gnostic Gospels Don't Undermine Christianity | #34 Dr. Darrell L. Bock
Q: What role did Constantine play in shaping modern Christianity?
He provided political space and supported manuscript production and council formation, which allowed orthodoxy to solidify, but he did not decide doctrinal specifics; theologians determined core beliefs.
The Gnostic Gospels Don't Undermine Christianity | #34 Dr. Darrell L. Bock
Q: How did the New Testament canon come to be?
A combination of apostolic connections, liturgical usage in early churches, and later formal lists; by the end of the second century, most books were in circulation and used, with 367 being a key milestone in the Athanasius Easter letter.
The Gnostic Gospels Don't Undermine Christianity | #34 Dr. Darrell L. Bock
Q: Do the Gnostic Gospels provide historical information about Jesus?
They generally do not offer a reliable timeline of Jesus's earthly life; many focus on post-resurrection revelations or spiritual insights, making them less useful for reconstructing the historical Jesus than canonical texts.
The Gnostic Gospels Don't Undermine Christianity | #34 Dr. Darrell L. Bock
Q: What is Gnosticism in its most general form?
A form of Neoplatonism that views matter as flawed and emphasizes spiritual understanding, with Jesus acting as a pointer to that understanding rather than a divine figure whose death and resurrection are central.
Could ChatGPT Ever Be Conscious? | #33 Dr. Ned Block
Q: Do functionalists deny that qualia exist, or is there disagreement about consciousness within functionalism?
Functionalists typically argue that consciousness can be understood in terms of functional roles and information processing; disagreements exist about whether phenomenal experience is reducible to those functions or whether some aspect of subjectivity lies beyond pure functional organization.

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