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Scott Turner Describes the Largely Forgotten History of Evolutionary Theory

The fatal flaw with metaphysical vitalism was that it invariably led to circular reasoning. Read More ›
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Scott Turner Explains Philosophical Traditions Shaping Biology

Turner classifies the intelligent design movement as a resurgence of Platonic idealism. Read More ›
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Scott Turner: New Video Series on His Model for Evolution

Darwin’s ideas have become a flashpoint in the culture, so any discussion of the science can easily become highly polarized and politicized. Read More ›
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Intention, Agency, Even in “Simple” Life Is No Illusion

As biologist Scott Turner explains, the appearance is not false but very real, a fact from whose profound implications most scientists veil their eyes. Read More ›
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Homeostasis: How Active Maintenance Showcases Intelligent Design

Can you think of an un-designed process that employs external machinery to maintain the state of another machine? Read More ›
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Darwin Doubting Playwright Matt Chait Returns to the Hollywood Stage

Chait writes smart, concise dialogue on these subjects, and seems to have learned more than a thing or two from biologist Scott Turner’s recent book, Purpose and Desire. Read More ›

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