Engage in a thought-provoking discussion on atheism, science, and religion with evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins and physicist Brian Greene in this 76-minute video from the World Science Festival. Explore complex philosophical questions such as the existence of God, the possibility of a simulated universe, and the relationship between science and faith. Delve into Dawkins' personal journey towards atheism, his views on supernatural beliefs, and the importance of scientific understanding. Examine topics ranging from the complexity of life to the Big Bang theory, while addressing societal issues like religious influence in politics and the representation of female atheists. Conclude with insights from Dawkins' book and a poetic finale, offering a comprehensive exploration of modern scientific and philosophical thought.
Overview
Syllabus
Welcome to all.
Richard Dawkins do you believe in god?
Is there something from your childhood that has made you who you are?
Reality is so wonderful, who needs the supernatural?
When is a young mind ready for the worlds truths?
Dawkins get denied for biochemistry.
The simple vs the complex.
The transition into atheism.
What if god turned out to be a reality?
Wendy Wright... afterthoughts?
Do you pray to god?
Are all the explanations right in front of us and we just can't see them?
A simulated universe, who is at the keyboard?
When will the POTUS stop saying god bless America?
How do you inspire those who are ignorant?
How do you think humanity will escape it's technological adolescence?
Why are there not more high profile female atheists?
How much does the big bang influence a creation point?
What does the end of your book mean?
A couple of poems to end the night.
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World Science Festival
