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The Multiverse: From Epicurus to Comic Books and Beyond

Discovery Institute Senior Fellow Andrew McDiarmid explores the roots of the idea that our universe is just one of many universes. Read More ›
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Paul Nelson: Listen to Nature for Her Answers

If we listen and test, nature can keep revealing herself in surprising ways, which is what makes science so fun. Read More ›
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Michael Behe: Evolution, Devolution, Design

In Africa, having the devolutionary mutation that leaves an elephant tuskless renders the creature of no interest to elephant-slaying ivory poachers. Read More ›
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Paul Nelson: Freeing Minds Trapped in a Naturalistic Parabola

Philosopher of biology Paul Nelson talks with host Andrew McDiarmid about pursuing intelligent design theory in a science culture committed to naturalism. Read More ›
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Design in a Naturalistic Culture

Paul Nelson expresses his appreciation for his University of Pittsburgh mentor Adolf Grünbaum. Read More ›
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The Gollum Effect in Science, from Tycho Brahe to Today

Brahe, a 16th-century Danish astronomer, sat on his astronomical research for years, rather than sharing it with Johannes Kepler, his assistant. Read More ›
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Günter Bechly: Goodbye to Darwinian Gradualism

Bechly touches on the oldest australopithecine fossil skull ever found, from 3.8 million years ago. Read More ›
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Listen: How Darwinism Fueled Nazi Racism, White Nationalism

Since Darwin was a peaceable Victorian gentleman and naturalist, what connection could there be between him and Hitler and contemporary white nationalism? Read More ›
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Emily Reeves Previews Dallas Science and Faith Conference 2022

Speakers include Brian Miller, Casey Luskin, Ray Bohlin — and Stephen Meyer on the scientific vision of Isaac Newton! Read More ›
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A Plea to Parents: Don’t “Butt Out” of Your Kids’ Education

In many districts evolutionary theory is taught as unquestionable dogma, with none of the theory’s weaknesses presented. Read More ›

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