The Edge of Reason: A Rational Skeptic in an Irrational World
We review Julian Baggini’s book on the importance and limits of reason
In Brief
The Bible and the Contemporary World
Nick Spencer reviews The Bible in the Contemporary World by Richard Bauckham
In Brief
Religion good for well–being SHOCK. But why?
Nick Spencer writes about Theos’ latest report, and why religion might be good for well–being.
In Brief
The Evolution of the West: How Christianity Has Shaped Our Values
Nick Spencer explains that the deepest values of contemporary, liberal secular society have their roots in Christianity.
Articles
Religion and well–being: the connection
Live forever, or at least a bit longer, by going to church. Nick Spencer discusses Theos’ report ‘Religion and Well–being’.
In Brief
God Is No Thing an interview with Rupert Shortt
Nick Spencer and Joseph Ewing sat down with Rupert Shortt, author of God is No Thing, which explores the coherence of the Christian faith.
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Theology and Economics
Nick Spencer listens to economists talking to theologians and theologians talking to economists. Kind of.
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Music, words and spirit
Nick Spencer listens to the spirit of the world’s most performed living composer.
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Storm in a Gay Cake Tin
Nick Spencer samples the gay cake row. From the archive, 03–02–2016.
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Who wants a Christian coronation?
Should the next coronation be Christian, secular or multi–faith? This report analyses new research about what the public actually thinks.
Articles
Christian Human Rights
Nick Spencer interviews Samuel Moyn about the genesis of human rights.
Podcast
So, what is science and what is religion and why do you think they clash?
Nick Spencer interviews Peter Harrison about the territories of science and religion
Podcast