AI and MRS GREN: What does it mean to be human?
Nick Spencer argues that the embodiment of human thought constitutes the thin red line between humans and Artificial Intelligence. 11/10/2018
In Brief
Weaponising the Enlightenment
Nick Spencer reviews ‘The Catholic Enlightenment’ by Ulrich L. Lehner, re–examining an overlooked period of intellectual history. 01/10/2018
In Brief
“What you will see depends on the questions you ask”: Talking, Quantum theory, and God
Leading science writer, Philip Ball, talks to Nick Spencer about his new book, ‘Beyond Weird’, quantum theory and the limits of language. 17/09/2018
In Depth
Quantum Theology
Nick Spencer explores how the challenges we face when talking about the quantum world can illuminate theological discussions. 17/09/2018
In Depth
Arguments against Archbishops
Nick Spencer examines the arguments often levelled against the contribution of Archbishops to economic debates. 11/09/2018
In Brief
A White House divided against itself cannot stand
Nick Spencer reflects on Trump’s presidency in the wake of sustained criticism of his moral leadership. 06/09/2018
In Brief
On not moving on: Nick Spencer takes on new role as Senior Fellow
Nick Spencer steps down as our Research Director to take on a new role as Senior Fellow. 04/09/2018
In Brief
The Rise and Fall of Adam and Eve
Nick Spencer reviews ‘The Rise and Fall of Adam and Eve’ by Stephen Greenblatt, examining the story’s cultural and theological impact. 30/08/2018
In Brief
Nick Spencer on BBC World Service Weekend
Nick Spencer discusses Pope Francis’ recent visit to Ireland on the BBC World Service Weekend show. 28/08/2018
Articles
“Humans naturally desire to not only be loved but to be lovely”: On markets and morality
Jesse Norman talks to Nick Spencer about markets, morality and his new book ‘Adam Smith: What He Thought, and Why it Matters’ 01/08/2018
In Depth
Vs. Religion vs. Science
Nick Spencer reviews ‘Religion vs. Science: What religious people really think’ by Elaine Howard Ecklund and Christopher P. Scheitle. 25/07/18
In Depth
Religion and Violence: an editorial interlude
Part 4 of our Religion and Violence blog series, Nick Spencer reveals the debate behind the press release of our latest report 23/07/18
In Brief