Best Alex O Connor Podcasts (2025)

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Is There More Wonder In Genes Than In Gods? - A Conversation with Alex O' Connor 1:23:40

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As part of his 2024 tour, Richard Dawkins engaged in an insightful conversation with Alex O'Connor at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre in Los Angeles on September 28th. They discuss Dawkins' latest book; The Genetic Book of the Dead, religion, evolution, and concludes with a Q&A session. Alex O’Connor is a YouTuber, writer, and public speaker, best known…

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1. Is the Rebirth Right Wing? - Part One 1:29:30

1d ago1:29:30

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A 'vibe shift' is underway. Trump's re-election and the gains of populist parties internationally have reinvigorated the right wing. So is the 'surprising rebirth' in religious circles just the manifestation of the new political vibe? In the opening episode of Season 2, Justin Brierley responds to a key objection to his thesis (first posed by Alex …

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Is There More Wonder In Genes Than In Gods? - A Conversation with Alex O' Connor 1:23:29

11d ago1:23:29

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As part of his 2024 tour, Richard Dawkins engaged in an insightful conversation with Alex O'Connor at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre in Los Angeles on September 28th. They discuss Dawkins' latest book; The Genetic Book of the Dead, religion, evolution, and concludes with a Q&A session. Alex O’Connor is a YouTuber, writer, and public speaker, best known…

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What Evolution Really Tells Us About Life | A Conversation with Steven Pinker 1:28:50

18d ago1:28:50

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In this episode of The Poetry of Reality, Richard Dawkins engages in an insightful conversation with Steven Pinker about evolution, his motivation for writing The Blind Watchmaker, and a breakdown of his latest book, The Genetic Book of the Dead Steven Pinker is a Canadian-American cognitive psychologist, psycholinguist, popular science author, and…

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What Evolution Really Tells Us About Life | A Conversation with Steven Pinker 1:29:00

18d ago1:29:00

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In this episode of The Poetry of Reality, Richard Dawkins engages in an insightful conversation with Steven Pinker about evolution, his motivation for writing The Blind Watchmaker, and a breakdown of his latest book, The Genetic Book of the Dead Steven Pinker is a Canadian-American cognitive psychologist, psycholinguist, popular science author, and…

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Atheism is growing in America but... | Richard Dawkins Talks to Coleman Hughes 1:22:30

29d ago1:22:30

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In this episode of The Poetry of Reality, Richard Dawkins engages in an insightful conversation with Coleman Hughes. Coleman Hughes is a writer, podcast host, and social commentator, known for his work on race, culture, and social issues. He hosts the podcast Conversations with Coleman, where he engages in deep discussions on various social topics,…

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Atheism is growing in America but.....| Richard Dawkins Talks to Coleman Hughes 1:22:20

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By The Poetry of Reality with Richard Dawkins | Members Exclusive

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Is Elon Musk Our Only Hope? | Richard Dawkins in Conversation with Andrew Gold 1:22:05

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In this episode of The Poetry of Reality, Richard Dawkins engages in an insightful conversation with Andrew Gold, host of the Heretics podcast. This was filmed at Ulster Hall in Belfast, United Kingdom, on the 14th of November 2024, as part of Richard Dawkins' Tour.By Richard Dawkins

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Is Elon Musk Our Only Hope? | Richard Dawkins in Conversation with Andrew Gold 1:21:55

2M ago1:21:55

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In this episode of The Poetry of Reality, Richard Dawkins engages in an insightful conversation with Andrew Gold, host of the Heretics podcast. This was filmed at Ulster Hall in Belfast, United Kingdom, on the 14th of November 2024, as part of Richard Dawkins' Tour.By The Poetry of Reality with Richard Dawkins | Members Exclusive

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Richard Dawkins & Kmele Foster Discuss Evolution, Religion, and Cultural Hegemony 1:37:35

3M ago1:37:35

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In this episode of The Poetry of Reality with Richard Dawkins, Richard engages in a conversation with Kmele Foster about evolution, the miracle of the human brain, the meaning provided by religion, and today’s cultural hegemony that stands against truth—even within universities. This episode was filmed at Prudential Hall in Newark, NJ, on September…

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Richard Dawkins & Kmele Foster Discuss Evolution, Religion, and Cultural Hegemony 1:37:25

3M ago1:37:25

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In this episode of The Poetry of Reality with Richard Dawkins, Richard engages in a conversation with Kmele Foster about evolution, the miracle of the human brain, the meaning provided by religion, and today’s cultural hegemony that stands against truth—even within universities. This episode was filmed at Prudential Hall in Newark, NJ, on September…

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Richard Dawkins & Chris Williamson on Cultural Christianity, Evolution, and 'The Genetic Book of the Dead' 1:23:35

3M ago1:23:35

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In this episode of The Poetry of Reality with Richard Dawkins, Richard engages in a conversation with Chris Williamson various topics, including his recent comment on being a cultural Christian, evolution and genetic adaptation, and, of course, his latest book release, The Genetic Book of the Dead. This episode was filmed at the ACL Moody Theatre i…

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Richard Dawkins in Conversation with Chris Williamson | Richard Dawkins’ Final Tour in Austin 1:23:25

3M ago1:23:25

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In this episode of The Poetry of Reality with Richard Dawkins, Richard engages in a conversation with Chris Williamson various topics, including his recent comment on being a cultural Christian, evolution and genetic adaptation, and, of course, his latest book release, The Genetic Book of the Dead. This episode was filmed at the ACL Moody Theatre i…

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🗞 Week In Review - 16th December: Who's Stealing Santa? 15:03

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Just another not bizarre week in Adel..ard.By adelaidemail

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🗞 Week In Review - 9th December: Steven Seagal wants the punani 21:28

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Nothing says a week in Adelaide news better than a reggae-inspired, crass song from the 90s by an ageing action movie star.By adelaidemail

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🗞 Week In Review - 2nd December: Who said Adelaide is full of bizarre crimes? 14:14

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This week, Dan and Trent tackle the war on Christmas Spirit(s), solve SAPOL's recruitment woes and find out exactly what distinguishes a bizarre crime from a bizarre head covering.By adelaidemail

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🗞️ Week In Review - 25th November: My Dead Grandpa, Secret GoPro Recordings and We Celebrate 100 Years Of Radio 10:39

4M ago10:39

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It's time for you to listen to the only news source you need if you want to be up-to-date on all the things that matter in Adelaide...like, naming a new vintage market after your dead grandpa or spending $184,000 on the best damn pontoon in town!By adelaidemail

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Richard Dawkins Confronts Indoctrinating Christian Drama 35:13

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Richard Dawkins Confronts Indoctrinating Christian Drama Used to Promote ‘Christian Values.’ The drama targets young teens, showing them depictions of a gruesome hell, purportedly to deter sinning.By Richard Dawkins

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Richard Dawkins Confronts Indoctrinating Christian Drama 35:03

4M ago35:03

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Richard Dawkins Confronts Indoctrinating Christian Drama Used to Promote ‘Christian Values.’ The drama targets young teens, showing them depictions of a gruesome hell, purportedly to deter sinning.By The Poetry of Reality with Richard Dawkins | Members Exclusive

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🗞️ Week In Review - 17th November: Burma Fever, Panda Leaves Us and Libs Face Their Grievance 10:39

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It's the point in the year that can only mean one thing...time for your weekly Adelaide Mail Tonight episode. This week, Dan and Trent plan the new AsiaOz Festival, wonder about what we should ban next after social media and think about what kinds of kinky panda sex Wang Wang and Fu Ni are up to right now. Get ready for FUN FUN FUN! (Providing your…

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Richard Dawkins and Ian McEwan talk about Religion, Science, Truth and American Christianity 33:27

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Ian McEwan is a British novelist and screenwriter. This is a discussion between Ian McEwan and Richard Dawkins on religion, science, and truth. -------------------------------------------- Join Substack: https://richarddawkins.substack.com/ Subscribe to Poetry of Reality Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmwfdgHA_R9fzr1L0_hxdVw Follow: http…

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Richard Dawkins and Ian McEwan talk about Religion, Science, Truth and American Christianity 33:17

4M ago33:17

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Ian McEwan is a British novelist and screenwriter. This is a discussion between Ian McEwan and Richard Dawkins on religion, science, and truth. -------------------------------------------- Join Substack: https://richarddawkins.substack.com/ Subscribe to Poetry of Reality Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmwfdgHA_R9fzr1L0_hxdVw Follow: http…

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Do Primates Kill Each Other? Richard Dawkins talks to ethologist Frans de Waal 1:14:25

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Richard Dawkins talks to ethologist Frans de Waal about animal behaviour and whether it is truly altruistic.By Richard Dawkins

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Do Primates Kill Each Other? Richard Dawkins talks to ethologist Frans de Waal 1:14:14

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Richard Dawkins talks to ethologist Frans de Waal about animal behaviour and whether it is truly altruistic.By The Poetry of Reality with Richard Dawkins | Members Exclusive

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Religious Abuse Ruins Children’s Psychology | Richard Dawkins Talks to Psychologist 51:51

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Richard Dawkins talks to Jill Mytton about religious cults and the psychological issues raised by being brought up in them. -------------------------------------------- Join Substack: https://richarddawkins.substack.com/ Subscribe to Poetry of Reality Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmwfdgHA_R9fzr1L0_hxdVw Follow: Twitter: https://twitter…

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Religious Abuse Ruins Children’s Psychology | Richard Dawkins Talks to Psychologist 51:51

5M ago51:51

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Richard Dawkins talks to Jill Mytton about religious cults and the psychological issues raised by being brought up in them.By The Poetry of Reality with Richard Dawkins | Members Exclusive

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Why Is Darwin’s Idea So Revolutionary? Richard Dawkins Lecture on Natural Selection and More 1:07:24

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Is Genetic Inheritance Like Mixing Red and Blue to Get Purple? What Is Natural Selection, and How Does It Create Diverse Life? In this lecture, Richard Dawkins discusses natural selection, Darwinism, and more.By Richard Dawkins

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Why Is Darwin’s Idea So Revolutionary? Richard Dawkins Lecture on Natural Selection and More 1:07:14

5M ago1:07:14

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Is Genetic Inheritance Like Mixing Red and Blue to Get Purple? What Is Natural Selection, and How Does It Create Diverse Life? In this lecture, Richard Dawkins discusses natural selection, Darwinism, and more.By The Poetry of Reality with Richard Dawkins | Members Exclusive

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30. Surprised by God: 3 ways to welcome the returning tide of faith 2:13:14

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If the 'Sea Of Faith' is coming in again, how can the church lean in to the 'Surprising Rebirth' phenomenon? In this Season 1 finale, Justin presents three ways to welcome the tide, drawing on lessons from the Jesus Revolution and the imaginative work of CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien. Justin speaks to secular and Christian thinkers such as Tom Holland, …

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Is Science Compatible with Christianity? Richard Dawkins talks to Adrian Hawkes 37:16

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Tickets available at https://richarddawkinstour.com/ I shall be spending the whole of September, and the first week of October, in North America, speaking in ten different cities from Dallas to Vancouver. I am 83 years old, and travel is more irksome than it was. The maxim, “Quit while you’re ahead” has recently received a welcome boost, and I anti…

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Is Science Compatible with Christianity? Richard Dawkins talks to Adrian Hawkes 37:07

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In this episode, Richard Dawkins talks to Adrian Hawkes about science, education, Christianity, and more. ---------------------- Tickets available at https://richarddawkinstour.com/ I shall be spending the whole of September, and the first week of October, in North America, speaking in ten different cities from Dallas to Vancouver. I am 83 years ol…

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29. The Problem with Church: Recovering from power, politics, scandal and abuse 1:48:26

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A series of high-profile scandals have rocked the evangelical church. Politicisation and Christian nationalism are on the rise. How can the the church recover from abuse and leadership failures in order to meet the rising tide of meaning seekers? Justin relives an infamous interview with Mark Driscoll, and hears from Mike Cosper, Karen Swallow Prio…

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Is Homeopathy a Placebo? | Richard Dawkins Questions Homeopath 27:37

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Tickets available at https://richarddawkinstour.com/ I shall be spending the whole of September, and the first week of October, in North America, speaking in ten different cities from Dallas to Vancouver. I am 83 years old, and travel is more irksome than it was. The maxim, “Quit while you’re ahead” has recently received a welcome boost, and I anti…

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Is Homeopathy a Placebo? | Richard Dawkins Questions Homeopath 27:27

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In this episode, Richard Dawkins has a conversation with Dr. Peter Fisher, who is a physician and homeopath. They discuss the efficacy of Homeopath, controversy regarding funding homeopathy, and the scientific (or non scientific) nature of the field.By The Poetry of Reality with Richard Dawkins | Members Exclusive

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Evolutionary Biologist Reacts to Sperm Bank | Richard Dawkins Visits a Sperm Bank 43:33

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In this episode, Richard Dawkins is taken on a tour of a sperm bank, where he tries to understand its workings while sharing interesting evolutionary explanations.By The Poetry of Reality with Richard Dawkins | Members Exclusive

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Evolutionary Biologist Reacts to Sperm Bank | Richard Dawkins Visits a Sperm Bank 43:44

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Tickets available at https://richarddawkinstour.com/ I shall be spending the whole of September, and the first week of October, in North America, speaking in ten different cities from Dallas to Vancouver. I am 83 years old, and travel is more irksome than it was. The maxim, “Quit while you’re ahead” has recently received a welcome boost, and I anti…

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