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The Voice of Canadian HumanismEpisode 28 - An Interview with Daniel Dacombe & Andrew CopsonIn today's episode, Humanist Canada's Daniel Dacombe sits down with the President of Humanist International, Andrew Copson.They discuss current events, past accomplishments with Humanist International, and the upcoming 2026 World Humanist Congress, happening in Ottawa this year!
2026-01-1435 min
Stop The Press!18: Prince Andrew and Rachel Reeves scandals - British media prove there's nowhere to hideIn this week’s episode of Stop the Press!, hosts Nick Copson, Rob Chadwick, and Bill Martin unpack two of the biggest stories shaking the UK media landscape — the latest developments in the Prince Andrew scandal and the property licence avoidance controversy surrounding Rachel Reeves. How have Britain’s leading outlets handled these sensitive and politically charged stories? The hosts debate questions of press bias, editorial responsibility, and whether the public is getting the full picture or just a curated narrative. Plus, they explor...
2025-11-1031 min
Humanism Now | Secular Ethics, Curiosity and Compassionate Change50. Andrew Copson on Why Humanism Remains Essential in an Age of Extremism, 20 Years of Human Rights Campaigning“No one ever said it was going to be easy. Humanists don’t think a better world is inevitable—we think a better world is possible, but we have to work for it.”Andrew Copson OBE, Chief Executive of Humanists UK and former President of Humanists International, joins us for our 50th episode to reflect on two decades of humanist leadership. From growing up in a secular working-class community to championing global human rights, Andrew explains why humanism remains vital in a time of rising extremism, technological disruption, and political uncertainty.Connect with Andrew
2025-09-2151 min
What I BelieveEP 66 – Stephen Fry on the uncomfortable truth of AI, the peril of being 'right' over being 'effective', and the dichotomy of humanityAndrew Copson speaks to actor, writer, and Humanists UK patron Stephen Fry about his life and career, touching on everything from his concerns that near-universal perspectives on equality could be under threat from prejudiced AI models, to the intriguing paradox of human behaviour in relation to the individual vs the mass. He delves into our innate moral sense of right and wrong, as well as the value of uncertainty. Please note: there are some quality issues with Andrew's audio.
What I Believe was the title of two separate essays by the philosopher Bertrand Russell and the philosopher...
2025-07-1741 minWhat I BelieveEP 65 – Anjali Goswami on humanity’s interconnectedness with the world, ‘selfish nihilism’, and a childhood encounter with a tigerAndrew Copson speaks to Professor of Palaeobiology and Humanists UK patron Anjali Goswami about how her study of the history of life on Earth profoundly shapes her humanist worldview and sense of interconnectedness. Anjali discusses how a childhood encounter with a tiger has led the course of her career as well as humanity's responsibility towards a sustainable future in the face of ‘‘selfish nihilism’. Please note, this episode unfortunately has some audio quality issues.
What I Believe was the title of two separate essays by the philosopher Bertrand Russell and the philosopher EM Forster in the early 20th cent...
2025-07-1039 min
Unbelievable?Classic: Can Humanism Exist Independently of Christian Influence? Theo Hobson & Andrew CopsonJustin Brierley moderates a thought-provoking discussion between Theo Hobson, author of 'God Created Humanism,' and Andrew Copson, Chief Executive of the British Humanist Association. The conversation examines whether humanist values of equality and human dignity are rooted in Christianity's shaping of Western culture or can develop independently from a secular perspective. What are the origins of secular humanism? And what is the sustainability of humanist values without religious foundations? This dialogue from 2017 explores the historical and philosophical underpinnings of modern humanism.
For more of Theo Hobson and his book
https://theohobson.wordpress.com/
Andrew Copson’s book is The Wil...
2025-07-0859 minWhat I BelieveEP 64 – Lizzi Collinge MP on millennials modernising parliament, living the one life we have, and the joys of being an MPAndrew Copson speaks to Labour MP for Morecambe and Lunesdale and Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Humanist Group, Lizzi Collinge, about the practical application of humanist principles within the often-turbulent world of politics. It's a glimpse into the unique challenges and 'profound' rewards of being a humanist voice in Westminster, and how MPs can work within the system to create collective and meaningful change. This podcast was recorded on 11 June 2025.
What I Believe was the title of two separate essays by the philosopher Bertrand Russell and the philosopher EM Forster in the early 20th century. These two...
2025-07-0334 minWhat I BelieveEP 63 – James Forder on old fashioned liberalism, the finiteness of our existence, and free enterprise as a moral forceAndrew Copson speaks to economist James Forder about his view on individual freedom and limited government as a self described 'old-fashioned liberal'. He discusses his belief in free enterprise as not just an economic engine but a powerful moral good that fosters self-reliance and the pursuit of individual goals. He also delves into the profound philosophical implications of our finiteness and how this very limitation gives life its meaning.
What I Believe was the title of two separate essays by the philosopher Bertrand Russell and the philosopher EM Forster in the early 20th century. These two humanists s...
2025-06-2649 minWhat I BelieveEP 62 – Kate Devlin on human adaptability in an AI world, AI's ethical challenges, and our obsession with sex robotsAndrew Copson speaks to a leading voice in human-technology interaction, Dr Kate Devlin, about becoming the unexpected 'face of sex robots' and why our fascination with artificial companions reveals more about us than the machines. Kate discusses repeating patterns of human fear and adaptation in the face of new technology, the critical ethical challenges of AI – from algorithmic bias impacting facial recognition to the darker side of its supply chain – as well as the need for value-driven and human-centric AI development. This episode was recorded in April 2024.
What I Believe was the title of two separate essays by the philosopher Bertr...
2025-06-1930 minWhat I BelieveEP 61 – Sarah Bakewell on the joy of biography and what it means to be humanAndrew Copson speaks to bestselling author Sarah Bakewell who discusses her intellectual journey through the lives and ideas of history's great thinkers. From Montaigne's enduring wisdom to the existentialists' quest for meaning and the rich tapestry of humanism, Sarah discusses how she uncovers the 'inhabited philosophy' of fascinating individuals from the past and what these explorations reveal about the particularities and universalities of being human.
What I Believe was the title of two separate essays by the philosopher Bertrand Russell and the philosopher EM Forster in the early 20th century. These two humanists set out their approach...
2025-06-1238 minWhat I BelieveEP 60 – Ian Dunt on the uncomfortable truth of liberalism, populism on the rise, and freedom to Vs freedom fromAndrew Copson speaks to journalist and political powerhouse Ian Dunt about the uncomfortable truths of liberalism, the rise of populism, and tensions between freedom to Vs freedom from.
This episode was recorded in January 2024.
What I Believe was the title of two separate essays by the philosopher Bertrand Russell and the philosopher EM Forster in the early 20th century. These two humanists set out their approach to life, their fundamental worldview, in a way that was accessible to all. In this podcast, Chief Executive of Humanists UK, Andrew Copson, speaks to humanists today to understand more about what they be...
2025-06-0531 minWhat I BelieveEP 59 – Jane Fallon on her journey to veganism, a lifelong love for animals, and 'Chick Noir'Andrew Copson speaks to acclaimed novelist and Humanists UK patron Jane Fallon about the beliefs that have shaped her journey from vegetarianism to veganism, her lifelong love for animals, and her transition from TV producer to the author of 14 bestselling books.
What I Believe was the title of two separate essays by the philosopher Bertrand Russell and the philosopher EM Forster in the early 20th century. These two humanists set out their approach to life, their fundamental worldview, in a way that was accessible to all. In this podcast, Chief Executive of Humanists UK, Andrew Copson, speaks...
2025-05-2931 minWhat I BelieveEP 58 – Alf Dubs on escaping the Nazis, memories of the NHS 'the day it all began', and xenophobia in 1940s UKAndrew Copson speaks to Labour peer, campaigner, humanist, and former child refugee Lord Alf Dubs who shares the beliefs that have shaped his lifelong quest for social justice, including a childhood encounter with discrimination in 1940s UK and finding himself unexpectedly part of history as a hospital patient on the day the NHS began. He also opens up fleeing the Nazis, travelling as a child refugee on Nicholas Winton’s Kindertransport.
What I Believe was the title of two separate essays by the philosopher Bertrand Russell and the philosopher EM Forster in the early 20th century. These tw...
2025-05-2227 minUnbelievable?Does true freedom exist? Max Jeganathan vs Andrew Copson hosted by Andy KindIs our obsession with personal autonomy leading to fulfilment—or fracture? Max Jeganathan (author of The Freedom Trap) and Andrew Copson (CEO of Humanists UK) explore the purpose, power, and pitfalls of freedom. While Max argues that unexamined individualism breeds anxiety, disconnection, and moral confusion, Andrew defends freedom as a means to happiness, but warns against excessive egoism. The discussion spans everything from Nazi resistance and speeding laws to Taylor Swift and tech billionaires, with surprising agreements and sharp disagreements - particularly over the value of self-sacrifice and whether belief in God really matters. A nuanced, often humourous journey through po...
2025-05-091h 15Stop The Press!7: Is WhatsApp a legitimate news source... surely these messages are private?In the wake of the sacking of Labour MPs Andrew Gwynne and Oliver Ryan, who were dismissed from their positions and suspended from the Labour Party over offensive WhatsApp messages. These messages, leaked from a group chat named "Trigger Me Timbers," contained racist, sexist, and antisemitic remarks, including Gwynne expressing hope for a constituent's death and making derogatory comments about fellow MPs. Rob, Nick, and Bill explore the content of these messages, the context in which they were shared, and the implications of private communications becoming public. Additionally, we examine the broader impact of such incidents on po...
2025-02-1827 min
The Book Cast بوك كاستAndrew Copson's The Little Book of HumanismAndrew Copson's The Little Book of Humanism
2024-11-2913 min
Quiet RiotThe assisted dying debate, with Andrew CopsonWhen illness makes life unbearable, should we be permitted – and helped – to end our time in this place on our own terms? The topic of assisted dying is back in the political spotlight thanks to a Private Member's Bill from Spen Valley MP Kim Leadbeater.It's a difficult topic for many to discuss, encompassing morality, freedom and, often, religion. In this Quiet Riot special, Naomi Smith takes a nuanced look at the issues with Andrew Copson, CEO of Humanists UK.Andrew is in favour of a...
2024-10-1530 min
Moral MazeIs anything sacred?One moment in the Olympics opening ceremony in Paris clearly touched a nerve: the tableau of mostly drag queens believed to be parodying Da Vinci’s ‘Last Supper’. Organisers have since denied this was the intention and apologised for the offense caused. Many commentators, including non-believers, declared it “blasphemous”, and “a denigration of Western culture”. While others, Christians among them, considered that response to be an over-reaction.
Stepping back from the immediate and perhaps predicable outrage drawn along culture war lines, is the deeper question of what we consider to be ‘sacred’ and ‘profane’ in a largely secular Western society.
What, if an...
2024-08-0156 min
SundayNigerian Pastor; Muslim Drag Queen; HumanismAs the malaria vaccine is rolled out across sub Saharan Africa, medical experts are concerned about the impact of anti vaccine sermons from influential religious figures. An example is Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, a multi-millionaire televangelist in Nigeria whose promotion of anti-vax conspiracy theories risks undercutting the country's efforts to deal with malaria. William Crawley speaks to Julius Ogunro, a media and political consultant in Abuja who's been writing about the pastor's anti-vax views.Lady Bushra has been gracing stages across the UK and America with a drag and comedy act representing South Asian communities, wearing traditional Desi...
2024-04-3044 min
Humanism Now | Secular Ethics, Curiosity and Compassionate Change21. Valerie Jack on Finding Peace in Grief without God“The irony of man's condition is that the deepest need is to be free of the anxiety of death and annihilation; but it is life itself which awakens it, and so we must shrink from being fully alive.” ― Ernest Becker, The Denial of DeathEpisode References:BBC News: New extremism definition unveiled by governmentHumanists UK: Extremists ‘negate the fundamental rights and freedoms of others’ – humanists analyse new definition‘Resisting extremism means defending a tolerant society’, Andrew CopsonAtheist Bus CampaignRadio 5: Elis James and John Robins ShowAbout Valerie Jack;Living with Lif...
2024-04-0259 min
The New AbnormalAndrew Copson "What's it all for and how can I be happy?" (A guide to Humanism).Series TwoIn this episode of 'The New Abnormal' I interview Andrew Copson, Chief Executive of Humanists UK, the national charity working towards a tolerant world where rational thinking and kindness prevail. He's also President of Humanists International, the global umbrella organisation for humanist and other non-religious organisations, building the international humanist network and representing humanism at the UN and other international institutions. Andrew has represented the humanist movement extensively on television including the BBC, ITV, Channel 4, and Sky, as well as on programmes such a s Newsnight and The Daily Politics. He's al...
2024-03-1251 minWhat I BelieveEP 57 – Adam Kay on the values of the NHS, fundamental human equality, and the future of one of the UK’s most cherished institutionsAndrew Copson speaks to award-winning writer, comedian, and former doctor Adam Kay who shares the beliefs that have shaped his life and career. From the original values of the NHS, to questions about its future, he lifts the lid on one of the UK’s most cherished institutions, founded by humanist Nye Bevan, and offers a glimpse into the challenges facing patients, healthcare workers, and the NHS as a service.
Adam's new book, Kay’s Incredible Inventions, is out now: https://www.waterstones.com/book/kays-incredible-inventions/adam-kay/henry-paker/9780241540787
He is a patron of Humanists UK: https://humanists.uk/about/our-people/patrons...
2023-11-1637 minWhat I BelieveEP 56 – Lynne Featherstone on liberalism, being the chief architect of the same-sex marriage act, and her deep aversion to conformityAndrew Copson speaks to Liberal Democrat peer and patron of Humanists UK, Baroness Lynne Featherstone who shares her political experiences as a Minister of the Conservative–Liberal Democrat Coalition Government (2010-2015). From being the chief architect of the same-sex marriage act, to the values that drive her liberal beliefs, it’s a must-listen episode about an individual whose actions have left a significant impact on the world of politics and social change.
What I Believe was the title of two separate essays by the philosopher Bertrand Russell and the philosopher EM Forster in the early 20th century. Thes...
2023-11-0931 min
Humanism Now | Secular Ethics, Curiosity and Compassionate Change6. Javan Lev Poblador, Young Humanists Special!On this episode of Humanism Now, we're exploring the inspiring world of young humanists. Our co-host AJ and new panellist Nicole, fellow coordinators of Young Humanist UK share what campaigns and activities motivate Humanists in the 18-35 age range. Nicole also shares her experience of starting a new humanist group in Leicester and the joys of bringing humanist values to life through meaningful Humanists Ceremonies.AJ & Nicole share how they became engaged with Humanism and offer advice for anyone looking to set up a new group or attract more young members...
2023-11-051h 12What I BelieveEP 55 – Alom Shaha on becoming a humanist, the joy of teaching, and writing ’The Young Atheist’s Handbook’Andrew Copson speaks to science communicator Alom Shaha who shares his experiences as a teacher and author. From growing up in a strict Bangladeshi Muslim area in south-east London, to the role of his teachers in shaping his worldview, it’s a thought-provoking episode about the power of education and the thrill of intellectual endeavour.
Alom Shaha is a patron of Humanists UK. In 2012, he published The Young Atheist’s Handbook: Living a Good Life Without God. The book chronicles his upbringing in a strict Bangladeshi Muslim area in south-east London in the 1970s and 80s and...
2023-11-0234 minWhat I BelieveEP 54 – Tommy Sheppard MP on republicanism, the anti-nuclear campaign, and why he’s not a nationalistAndrew Copson speaks to SNP MP Tommy Sheppard about his life and career as a politician. From his childhood in Northern Ireland during the Troubles, to his unwavering commitment to Scottish independence, it's an engaging episode that explores the importance of collective endeavour, democracy, and the need for progressive change in a rapidly changing world.
Tommy Sheppard MP is the Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Humanist Group, a cross-party group of Members of the House of Commons and the House of Lords of all the main parties, including members from the Crossbenches in the Lords: https...
2023-10-2628 minWhat I BelieveEP 53 – Samira Ahmed on the art of interviewing, equal pay at the BBC, and the ‘toxic’ nature of UK political discourseAndrew Copson chats to multi award-winning journalist, writer, and broadcaster Samira Ahmed who shares the secrets and skills behind her successful career. From questioning those in power, to taking an equal pay case against the BBC, it’s an inspiring episode about the fight for equality and challenging the status quo.
Samira Ahmed is a regular contributor to New Humanist magazine: https://newhumanist.org.uk/contributors/5253/samira-ahmed
She also regularly chairs Humanists UK events: https://www.youtube.com/@HumanistsUK
What I Believe was the title of two separate essays by the philosopher Ber...
2023-10-1940 minWhat I BelieveEP 52 – Adam Rutherford on tackling racist pseudoscience, ’Where are you really from?’, and Taylor Swift Vs Charles DarwinAndrew Copson chats with geneticist and author of How to Argue With a Racist Adam Rutherford about the motivations behind a career spent challenging false claims from religion and pseudoscience. From unshackling ourselves from the constraints of evolution, to charting the trajectory of our long history, it's a reflective discussion that emphasises our common humanity and capacity to build a better society.
Adam Rutherford is the current President of Humanists UK. He delivered Humanists UK’s 2019 Voltaire Lecture, How to argue with a racist, which became the basis for his 2020 bestselling book of the same name: https://www.youtub...
2023-10-1232 minWhat I BelieveEP 51 – Henry Marsh on being a neurosurgeon, living with advanced prostate cancer, and the arguments for assisted dyingAndrew Copson explores the life and work of eminent neurosurgeon and writer Henry Marsh who reflects on living with advanced prostate cancer and the motivations behind his world-renowned career. From his unconventional route into medicine, to his experiences as both doctor and patient, it's a thought-provoking discussion about the complexities of healthcare and the role of assisted dying in modern society.
Henry Marsh addressing parliament on assisted dying in 2022: https://humanists.uk/2022/05/25/dr-henry-marsh-addresses-parliamentary-humanists-on-assisted-dying/
Henry Marsh calling for an assisted dying parliamentary inquiry in 2021: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9arXH8D1tbo
What I Believe was the title of two separ...
2023-10-0532 minWhat I BelieveEP 50 – Sandi Toksvig on bishops, Scandi convents, and masterminding a school rebellionAndrew Copson deep dives into the fascinating world of comedian, author, and human rights advocate Sandi Toksvig who shares some of the experiences that have fueled her fervent commitment to equality and justice. From school days spent at a French-speaking convent (where she masterminded a school rebellion), to earlier this year challenging the Archbishop of Canterbury over the Church of England's stance on same-sex marriage, it's a thought-provoking conversation that's equal parts humour and heart.
For more info on Sandi's public call earlier this year for Church of England bishops to be removed from the House of Lords over its c...
2023-09-2833 min
100 Campaigns that Changed the WorldEqual Marraige CampaignThis episode is on the campaign for equal marriage in the uk, sometimes referred to as gay marriage. The interviewee is Andrew Copson, Chief Executive of Humanists UK. Andrew was very much involved as a leader of the campaign which led legislation to allow same-sex marriage in England and Wales. The legislation was passed by the UK Parliament 10 years ago, in July 2013. In England and Wales, the first major campaign for same-sex marriage was Equal Love established by Peter Tatchell in 2010. The Coalition for Equal Marriage is a British campaign group created in 2012 by Conor Marron...
2023-07-1842 min
Philosophy on the FringesSecularismIn this episode, Megan and Frank discuss the concept of secularism. How should we think about the emergence of, and reasons for, modern secular cultures? Do secular societies create secular citizens? How did the ancient conception of the secular/sacred distinction differ from the contemporary separation of church and state? What challenges does secularism face today? And can the secular realm exist alongside the sacred?-----------------------Hosts' Websites:Megan J Fritts (google.com)Frank J. Cabrera - Research (google.com)Email: philosophyonthefringes@gmail.com-----------------------...
2023-07-1253 min
Iwwer Gott an d'WeltEpisode #2: World Humanist DayIn this second episode of "Iwwer Gott an d'Welt" we talk about World Humanist Day, an international day of celebration and remembrance. We talk to Andrew Copson, President of Humanists International about the relevance and significance of WHD. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-05-1230 minUnbelievable?Classic Replay: William Lane Craig debate at the Cambridge Union
In this debate from the Reasonable Faith UK tour in 2011, William Lane Craig visited the Cambridge Union. The motion under debate is "This house believes that God is not a delusion". The other debaters are Peter S Williams, Arif Ahmed & Andrew Copson.
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2023-04-251h 31
The Gym Lords PodcastChris Copson, Adam Pina, Andrew SmithThis Episode we interview Chris Copson, Adam Pina, Andrew Smith about their take on being a Gym Owner.Welcome to the Gym Lords Podcast, where we talk with successful gym owners to hear what they're doing that is working RIGHT NOW, and to hear lessons and failures they've learned along the way.We would love to share your story!If you'd like to be featured on the podcast, fill out the form on the link below.https://gymlaunchsecrets.com/podcast
2023-03-031h 32
Beyond BeliefAt the End of the Telescope'You don't find meaning through the end of a telescope.' So says Professor Brian Cox, particle physicist and one of the best communicators of modern science today. Speaking to Aleem Maqbool, Brian shares his view on the relationship between religion and science. Not a believer himself, he thinks the perception of conflict between them is wrong. Aleem reflects on Brian's comments with a panel of three guests, to ask is the war over between these big beasts? Monica Grady is a Professor of Planetary and Space Sciences at the Open University and a Catholic...
2023-02-0727 min
My Mum Made Me (mom, relationships)Humanist mums (II of II) more on Humanism, conscientious objectors and human shields in Ukraine with Andrew Copson (Humanists UK)In this episode, the second of two, I ask for Andrew's help in persuading my mum not to be a human shield in Ukraine (she wants to learn Ukrainian as a 70th birthday present to herself) and we talk more about people who resist war, humanism and pacificism.
2023-01-2729 min
My Mum Made Me (mom, relationships)Humanist mums (I of II) Andrew Copson (Chief Exec, Humanists UK) on his two great grandmothers at uni and his humanist mum (mom, relatoonships) Andrew Copson (Chief Executive, @HumanistsUK ) tells us about how his two great grandmothers (who saw him off to #oxforduniversity) were "unchurched" and what #humanism actually is. His mum Julia raised him in the #humanist tradition, worked as a dinner lady in his school and sent him off for a private education under the Government's Assisted Places Scheme. Andrew talks touchingly about the untimely #death of his younger brother and memories of the two of them from #childhood . Fun fact: Andrew has met #kingcharles and knows the #tigerclub song.
2023-01-2028 min
The Podcast For InquiryThe Declaration of Modern Humanism with Andrew CopsonAndrew Copson (@andrewcopson) is the president of Humanists International, which published its Declaration of Modern Humanism earlier this year. Andrew describes the content of the Declaration and the process by which it was created, and he and Leslie talk about how it differs from its 1952 and 2002 incarnations. Podcast for Inquiry is brought to you by the Centre for Inquiry Canada. Hosted by Leslie Rosenblood. Produced by Matt Payne. Graphic design by Nikolay Nikitushkin. Music by Anthony Lazaro. Send your thoughts and feedback to podcast@centreforinquiry.ca.
2022-09-0739 min
Natalie Haynes Stands Up for the ClassicsLucretiusThe poet Lucretius's major work is a six-book poem on epicurean philosophy and physics. Doesn’t sound exactly promising? But his contemporaries and poetic descendants RAVED about it, even Cicero, who is mean about everyone. Ovid says that ‘the verses of sublime Lucretius will die only on the day the world ends’. But the world nearly did end for his work because only one manuscript survived, lost for centuries, only to be rediscovered in the Renaissance. ‘Rock star mythologist’ and reformed stand-up Natalie Haynes is obsessed with the ancient world. Here she explores key stories from ancient Rome and G...
2022-08-2828 min
Frokostkaffen med Christian LomsdalenFK09: Andrew Copson om vekst og fremgang for humanistbevegelsen i verdenHvordan ser landskapet ut for humanistbevegelsen ut i Norge, England, og resten av verden? Hvilke saker er viktige og hvordan jobber ulike humgnistorganisasjoner som livssynssamfunn? Hvorfor har Humanists UK og Humanists International tatt et standpunkt knyttet til aktiv dødshjelp mens Human-Etisk Forbund ikke har gjort det?
I denne Frokostkaffen vil Christian Lomsdalen, styreleder i Human-Etisk Forbund, ha en samtale med Andrew Copson som er leder for Humanists International. Han er også generalsekretær for Humanists UK. Vi prøver å se på de positive sidene ved humanistbevegelsen når vi møttes for Humanists Internationals generalforsamling i Skottlan...
2022-06-0821 minUnbelievable?Classic Replay: William Lane Craig vs Peter Atkins - Manchester debate
From October 2011, the full recording of the final debate of the UK Reasonable Faith Tour.
William Lane Craig is a Christian philosopher, Peter Atkins is an atheist scientist. In this their second encounter, they debated arguments for and against the existence of God.
Craig's other debates from the 2011 Tour:
vs Stephen Law: https://youtu.be/w7FhphWDokA
vs Peter Millican: https://youtu.be/fEw8VzzXcjE
vs Andrew Copson & Arif Ahmed: https://youtu.be/GRIVUIVb5mc
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2022-06-071h 53
TemaCastTemacast #138 - O que é o Estado Laico?O que é o Estado Laico?:
Um movimento que antecedeu o surgimento do laicismo como um posicionamento político e filosófico foi o anticlericalismo. O anticlericalismo pode ser entendido como uma forma fraca de laicismo: o laicismo institucional.
O movimento anticlerical organizado surgiu na Europa, dentro do Catolicismo Romano, na passagem do séc. XV para o XVI (final dos anos 1400 e início dos anos 1500). Por essa época, diversos padres e teólogos se rebelaram política e filosoficamente contra alguns dos preceitos básicos do catolicismo. Os mais notórios deles foram o padre alem...
2022-05-1034 min
Freedom Declared FoundationHumanists UK Chief Executive, Andrew Copson, Talks Freedom of Religion Or Belief Within UKFreedom Declared Foundation are delighted to have been joined by Andrew Copson to discuss the state of Freedom of Religion or Belief within the United Kingdom.
Andrew Copson has been Chief Executive of Humanists UK since 2009 and elected President of Humanists International since 2015.
He is a former director of the Religious Education Council, the Values Education Council, and the National Council for Faiths and Beliefs in Further Education.
His books include the Sunday Times bestseller The Little Book of Humanism (2020) and The Little Book of Humanist Weddings (2021) with Alice Roberts; Secularism: a very short i...
2022-03-1137 min
The Slow TachyonSecularism: In Practice and Principle with Andrew CopsonIn this episode, we are joined by Andrew Copson to discuss the very divisive and controversial topic of secularism. He is a writer and has authored several articles and books on secularism and humanism including “Secularism: Politics, Religion, and Freedom” which was published by the Oxford University Press. He is also the Chief Executive of Humanists UK, a charity dedicated to the secularization of the UK with a focus on human rights and the President of Humanists International which is a similar organization working at an international scale. He is also a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts. This...
2022-02-2624 min
Freethought RadioWhat is Humanism?Guest: Andrew Copson. FFRF Senior Counsel Patrick Elliott explains FFRF's newest federal lawsuit involving students who walked out of a Huntington, W.Va., high school protesting religious services on campus during school time. Then we speak with the Chief Executive of Humanists UK, Andrew Copson, about the new book he co-authored with Alice Roberts called The Little Book of Humanism: Universal Lessons on Finding Purpose, Meaning and Joy.
2022-02-2449 minFreethought RadioWhat is Humanism?Guest: Andrew Copson. FFRF Senior Counsel Patrick Elliott explains FFRF's newest federal lawsuit involving students who walked out of a Huntington, W.Va., high school protesting religious services on campus during school time. Then we speak with the Chief Executive of Humanists UK, Andrew Copson, about the new book he co-authored with Alice Roberts called The Little Book of Humanism: Universal Lessons on Finding Purpose, Meaning and Joy.
2022-02-2449 min
The Very Short Introductions PodcastSecularism - The Very Short Introductions Podcast - Episode 40In this episode, Andrew Copson introduces secularism, an increasingly hot topic in public, political, and religious debate across the globe that is more complex than simply ‘state versus religion.’
Learn more about “Secularism: A Very Short Introduction” here:
https://global.oup.com/academic/product/secularism-a-very-short-introduction-9780198747222
Andrew Copson is the Chief Executive of the British Humanist Association, where he was previously Director of Education and Public Affairs; First Vice President of the International Humanist and Ethical Union; and a former Director of the European Humanist Federation.
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2021-11-1112 min
The James J Dart PodcastEp. 13 - Andrew Copson (Book)Andrew Copson is the Chief Executive of Humanists UK, a national charity "working towards a tolerant world where rational thinking and kindness prevail". It's work "helps people be happier and more fulfilled, and by bringing non-religious people together we help them develop their own views and an understanding of the world around them". Andrew is also the President of Humanists International, the "global umbrella organisation for humanist and other non-religious organisations, building the international humanist network and representing humanism at the UN and other international institutions".
In this episode we discuss Andrew's excellent new book The Little...
2021-10-281h 13
With ReasonLearning from our ancestors, with Alice RobertsAlice Roberts, one of the UK’s leading public scientists, talks to Samira Shackle about what we can learn from the burial sites of the earliest Britons, as explored in her new book ‘Ancestors’. What does our prehistory – cannibalism and all - tell us about who we are? How does the way we mark death illuminate our perspective on life? And how are genetics and archaeology shaping each other today? Plus, Alice tells Samira how she came to be a humanist, and discusses the value of storytelling and science communication in our pandemic age, and beyond.Podcast listener...
2021-09-2146 min
Highbrow DrivelWhy do people still get married?Most of us wouldn't go to a restaurant if 42% of it was crazy expensive and 42% of its review were terrible. Yet, every year 1000's of people still get married. In this episode we discuss what marriage was, why it sucked, why we still do it and how to reimagine it in a way that works for our current values. Comedy guest: Sikisa is one of the funniest and most likable comedians on the London comedy circuit. She won the public’s vote in the 2017 BBC New Comedy Award competition, for which she was a f...
2021-08-2951 min
Somewhere To Believe InHumanism with Andrew CopsonGet your best philosophical hats out for this episode because we’re doing a deep dive into the not-so-holy-trinity of dinner table topics – religion, politics and belief – with Andrew Copson, Chief Executive of Humanists UK.Andrew gives us the 411 on what it means to be a Humanist. And we wrestle with some meaty questions, like: Where does morality come from? Are religions dying out? Can good ever come from causing offence? And does it really matter what we choose to believe?Plus, Katherine, Paul and Andrew share in their admiration for Frank Turner, a prou...
2021-07-091h 09SundaySmuggling bibles to China; Wedding backlog; President Biden and the Catholic BishopsIt was called 'Project Pearl' and the mission was to smuggle a million bibles into China. On a moonlit night 40 years, vast crates containing the bibles were unloaded on to the sand in Shantou. It was a covert operation and Paul Estabrooks was there. He tells Emily how they managed to avoid capture by the Chinese authorities and what was driving them to get so many bibles into the country.As the easing of COVID restrictions allow more people to attend a wedding, we investigate claims from couples who say the civil registrar system is failing to...
2021-06-2043 min
Lifefulness: Live Life Fully'When Is Critiquing Islam Islamophobia?' w/ Andrew CopsonAndrew is a brilliant guest to have on a podcast dedicated to reimagining religious practices because Chief Executive of Humanists UK (formerly the British Humanist Association). We dive into all manner of questions from the limits of critique, the lessons we can draw from religion and much else besides.Andrew is also President of Humanists International. Together with A C Grayling, Andrew edited the Wiley Blackwell Handbook of Humanism (2015) and he is the author of Secularism: Politics, Religion, and Freedom (Oxford University Press, 2017) and Secularism: A Very Short Introduction (Oxford University Press, 2019). He...
2021-04-081h 05SundayHandel's Messiah; RE and the Cartoon Row; Sikh Domestic AbuseThe English National Opera and BBC Two are going ahead with a full rendition of Handel's Messiah over Easter. The soprano Nadine Benjamin and the conductor Laurence Cummings tell Emily Buchanan why this socially distanced performance means so much to them.After a tense week in which a Batley school used an "inappropriate" image of the Prophet Mohammed, we discuss how you strike the balance between teaching controversial subjects and promoting respect and tolerance. Emily Buchanan is joined by teacher and campaigner Ayesha Ali-Khan and Andrew Copson, Chief executive of Humanists UK.And the Sikh...
2021-03-2843 minSundayStrange Fruit; Prison during the Pandemic; Religion and the CensusIn this episode of Sunday we hear the little known Jewish history of one of the most influential protest songs of the 20th century 'Strange Fruit' and how it came to be performed by Billie Holiday, which is the subject of the film 'The United States vs Billie Holiday' currently streaming on Sky Cinema. Former prison inmate now prison chaplain, Jonathan Aitken takes us inside HMP Pentonville, as he describes a year of prison chaplaincy during the pandemic which he says has led to some ground-breaking and long overdue reforms. ‘If you’re not religious, say...
2021-03-1443 min
Get Lost In The Full Audiobook That Keeps Thriller Fans Hooked.The Little Book of Humanism by Alice Roberts, Andrew CopsonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/161219to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Little Book of Humanism
Author: Alice Roberts, Andrew Copson
Narrator: Karen Cass, Oliver Hembrough
Format: mp3
Length: 2 hrs and 21 mins
Release date: 03-11-21
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 17 ratings
Genres: Consciousness & Thought
Publisher's Summary:
We all want to lead a happy life. Traditionally, when in need of guidance, comfort or inspiration, many people turn to religion. But there has been another way to learn how to live well - the humanist way - and in today's more secular world, it is more relevant than ever. In The Little...
2021-03-112h 21Indulge In The Most Critically-Acclaimed Full Audiobook Today!The Little Book of Humanism by Alice Roberts, Andrew CopsonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/161219to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Little Book of Humanism
Author: Alice Roberts, Andrew Copson
Narrator: Karen Cass, Oliver Hembrough
Format: mp3
Length: 2 hrs and 21 mins
Release date: 03-11-21
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 17 ratings
Genres: Consciousness & Thought
Publisher's Summary:
We all want to lead a happy life. Traditionally, when in need of guidance, comfort or inspiration, many people turn to religion. But there has been another way to learn how to live well - the humanist way - and in today's more secular world, it is more relevant than ever. In The Little...
2021-03-112h 21
The Genuinely Interested PodcastEp 66 - Andrew Copson - HumanismAndrew is a speaker, author, and chief executive of Humanist UK. His latest book is called "The Little Book of Humanism: Universal Lessons on Finding Purpose, Meaning and Joy".
Andrew works to support change for a better society, championing ideas for this one life we have. He is dedicated to spreading humanism and creating a separation between church and state. The goal of humanists is to advance free thinking and freedom of choice so that everyone can live in a fair and equal society regardless of skin color, gender, ethnic or religious background.
Andrew and I...
2020-12-141h 21
Book ShamblesAlice Roberts and Andrew CopsonProfessor Alice Roberts returns to Book Shambles and she's brought along her co-author and editor of the new book, The Little Book of Humanism, Andrew Copson. They talk about what exactly humanism is, how they came to put together this new book and just how many Bertrand Russell quotes is too many... 15 bonus minutes of chat on the Patreon edition today including Robin dealing with a dog... Subscribe at patreon.com/bookshambles
2020-10-2251 min
Life's MilestonesMilestone 11 - Andrew CopsonWelcome to Life's Milestones - the fortnightly podcast about birth and naming ceremonies, relationship and marriage, and death and funerals, hosted by Mark Adams, a Humanist Celebrant. Mark's guest on this episode is Andrew Copson. Andrew is the Chief Executive of Humanists UK and the President of Humanists International. He is also a best selling author alongside Alice Roberts with the recently released Little Book of Humanism.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andrew_CopsonAndrew shares stories about his life's milestones including the time he attempted to resuscitate a slug as a child, the reason...
2020-09-2848 min
The Leaders Council PodcastIn Conversation: Andrew Copson Andrew Copson is the chief executive of Humanists UK, a national charity committed to putting humanism into practice and building a tolerant world where rational thinking and kindness prevail.
2020-04-2100 min
The Pondering Primates PodcastS2 E20- Andrew Copson: Humanism, Humanists UK, secularism, and writingAndrew Copson is the Chief Executive of Humanists UK and President of Humanists International. Andrew has represented humanist organisations to places such as the House of Commons and the United Nations and has contributed to many outlets including New Humanist, The Guardian, and New Statesman and has appeared on TV and radio many times. He is the author of Secularism: A Very Short Introduction and, with A.C. Grayling, he edited The Wiley Blackwell Handbook of Humanism. With Alice Roberts, he has authored the upcoming The Little Book of Humanism which relates wisdom from thousands of years of humanist...
2020-03-3130 min
Better Human Podcast14 - Religion, belief and human rightsGay cake and free speech, Orthodox trans fathers, religious symbols in public places... what happens when fundamental beliefs conflict with other peoples' human rights? I find issues over religion and belief to be fascinating examples of how human rights laws balance almost impossibly difficult conflicts between people and groups. In this episode I am joined by Yehudis Fletcher of Nehamu and Andrew Copson of Humanists UK. I think it is a wonderful discussion. More details at patron.com/betterhuman
2020-03-0257 min
RightsCastPromoting Tolerance and Tackling Hate with Human Rights (with Paul Hunt, Malcolm Evans, Ruth-Anne Lenga, Andrew Copson, and Simona Cruciani)Globally, there appears to be a rise in hatred threatening to destroy societal harmony and the foundations of peace. Against this backdrop, this panel discussion, held last year to commemorate International Tolerance Day, features leading practitioners who are working on identifying ways to promote societal cohesion and democracy using human rights as a beacon. Panellists speak to a broad range of issues related to tolerance and intolerance, especially on the intersections between freedom of expression, freedom of religion or belief and the rights of minorities, and consider conceptual challenges in addressing ‘hate speech’ and concrete examples of good practice.
2020-01-301h 03
Making the world betterHow to seek a tolerant, kind and rational world - with Andrew Copson - Ep 2My conversation in this episode is with Andrew Copson. Andrew is the Chief Executive of Humanists UK, a charity seeking a tolerant world where rational thinking and kindness prevail. Andrew has been a leading voice in the humanist movement for many years and has contributed to a lot of important political and social campaigns in the UK and beyond – from those fighting discrimination and injustice through to initiatives to help people get the emotional support they need at critical moments in life.In this episode we discuss what humanism is, the ways in which Humanists UK...
2020-01-1737 min
BabelfishS2/E9: UK - Andrew Copson from Humanists UK and Humanists InternationalIn todays episode I talk to Andrew Copson from Humanists UK and Humanists International.We talk about him being 3rd generation humanist. We talk about the conditions for non-believers in the UK and globally. We talk about human rights, nationalism and religion.Humanists UK: https://humanism.org.uk/Humanists International: https://humanists.international/Support Babelfish on: https://babelfish.10er.dk/ or https://www.patreon.com/babelfish Find Babelfish on:Facebook: www.facebook.com/babelfishthepodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/babelfishthepodcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Babelfishthepod...
2019-10-0427 min
Within Reason#8 — Andrew Copson | What Is Secularism?Andrew Copson is is Chief Executive of Humanists UK and author of Oxford University Press' Very Short Introduction to Secularism. He speaks to Alex about the meaning of secularism, its distinction from humanism, liberalism and atheism, and how it might be achieved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2019-08-281h 12Beyond BeliefRelationship Education“You say we are homophobic, we say you are Islamophobic”. These were the words of a protester outside a primary school in Birmingham which has found itself on the front line of a culture war. Parents, many of them Muslim, have been protesting against a programme called, “No Outsiders.” According to the school’s website the programme teaches that “Everyone is welcome, regardless of their race, religion, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and age.” The protesters claim that the “No Outsiders” curriculum is pushing a pro LGBT agenda and that this contradicts their religious beliefs. The school rejects their claim.
2019-08-1226 minSunday25 years of women priests; Amanda Spielman on faith schoolsThis week marks the 25th anniversary of the first female ordinations in the Church of England. Rosie Dawson reports on the struggle women faced to become priests and the opposition that still exists in some segments of the Church. Amanda Spielman is Her Majesty’s Chief Inspector of schools and she has angered some conservative religious groups by saying all children must learn about same-sex couples, regardless of their faith background. She responds to parents at Parkfield Community School in Birmingham who have withdrawn their children in protest at lessons about LGBT issues.
Scottish couples are nearly fo...
2019-03-1043 min
The Sacred#28 Andrew CopsonAndrew Copson is Chief Executive of Humanists UK, previously known as the British Humanist Association, and was formerly Director of Education and Public Affairs at the same organisation. He is also President of the International Humanist and Ethical Union, the global umbrella body for atheist, humanist, sceptic and secularist organisations. He has contributed to several books on secularism and humanism and is the author of Secularism: Politics, Religion, and Freedom.
In this episode he discusses his childhood in the midlands, his sacred values of freedom, family and community, and how Blair’s backing of faith schools in the late nineties fe...
2018-12-1249 min
Friendly Atheist PodcastEp. 245 - Andrew Copson, Author of SecularismAndrew Copson is the Chief Executive of Humanists UK, formerly known as the British Humanist Association, as well as the current President of the International Humanist and Ethical Union. He also studied Classics and Ancient and Modern History at the University of Oxford.
His new book is called Secularism and it's a primer on the history of the philosophy, what it means today, and how it offers a solution to some of the biggest conflicts in the world.
We spoke about the difference between secular and atheistic nations, the biggest threats to secularism around the world, and why even religious...
2018-11-2433 min
Weekend Variety Wireless with Graeme Hill on RadioLIVEWeekend Variety Wireless - Hour 3 - 04/08/18First up this hour, Human Statistics with Ipsos researcher Jonathan Dodd. He looks at what we really mean by natural? Then, his writing on humanist and secularist issues has appeared in The Guardian, The Independent, The Times and New Statesman. He has appeared on endless TV shows defending atheism and secularism and he joins Graeme Hill to discuss his views. Andrew Copson is the Chief Executive of Humanists UK. Humanists UK is a group that works to bring together non-religious people to develop their own views and understanding of the world around them. Mr Copson has represented Humanists UK extensively...
2018-08-0445 minSundayEmpire of the Sikhs, Pakistan elections, Consecrated virginsPoonam Taneja reports on the Empire of the Sikhs exhibition, a rare collection of stunning objects and works of art that reveal the remarkable story of the Sikh Empire and the European and American adventurers who served it. BBC Religious Affairs Editor Martin Bashir looks ahead to this week's review by the independent inquiry into child sexual abuse (IICSA) of the case of Peter Ball, the former Bishop of Gloucester, who was imprisoned in 2015 for abusing young men. Following the publication of new Vatican guidelines on what it means to be a consecrated virgin, Edward...
2018-07-2243 min
The How-To HereticDon't sleep in the (Tokyo) subway - 020This week! Uncle Dan explains a strange word and Uncle Mark sees a face in it, We meet a genocidal group of Buddhist/Hindu/Christian/other lunatics, and Andrew Copson of Humanists UK joins us to discuss his excellent new book, Secularism. https://humanism.org.uk/ http://andrewcopson.net/
2018-02-071h 16
2018-01-0951 minSundayBishop James Jones on Hillsborough; Churches on gambling legislation and retreat housesAbbey House, retreat centre in Glastonbury is closing after 80 years. Despite a growing interest in pilgrimage, Sarah Swadling explores why a growing number of venues are shutting their doors.Bishop James Jones reflects on his time listening to and supporting the families of the 96 unlawfully killed at Hillsborough. This week the Bishop released his report which recommended how public institutions should treat the relatives of people killed in tragedies. The church played an important role in drawing up the 2005 Gambling act but what influence can they have on legislation tackling "Fixed Odd Betting Terminals" Bob...
2017-11-0543 min
New Books in Big IdeasAndrew Copson, “Secularism: Politics, Religion, and Freedom” (Oxford UP, 2017)Secularism is an increasingly hot topic in public, political, and religious debate across the globe. It is embodied in the conflict between secular republics—from the US to India—and the challenges they face from resurgent religious identity politics; in the challenges faced by religious states like those of the Arab world from insurgent secularists; and in states like China where calls for freedom of belief are challenging a state-imposed non-religious worldview. In Secularism: Politics, Religion, and Freedom (Oxford University Press, 2017), Andrew Copson tells the story of secularism, taking in momentous episodes in world history, such as the great tran...
2017-11-0349 min
New Books in SecularismAndrew Copson, “Secularism: Politics, Religion, and Freedom” (Oxford UP, 2017)Secularism is an increasingly hot topic in public, political, and religious debate across the globe. It is embodied in the conflict between secular republics—from the US to India—and the challenges they face from resurgent religious identity politics; in the challenges faced by religious states like those of the Arab world from insurgent secularists; and in states like China where calls for freedom of belief are challenging a state-imposed non-religious worldview. In Secularism: Politics, Religion, and Freedom (Oxford University Press, 2017), Andrew Copson tells the story of secularism, taking in momentous episodes in world history, such as the great tran...
2017-11-0349 min
2017-09-291h 22
2017-09-291h 22Unbelievable?Can secularism save the West? Peter Hitchens & Andrew CopsonAndrew Copson of Humanists UK is the author of new book 'Secularism: politics, religion and freedom'. He engages with Mail on Sunday journalist Peter Hitchens on whether secularism is the best future for the West, the 'myth' of neutrality, Islam and gay cakes. Juno the puppy also features.
For 'Secularism' by Andrew Copson: https://global.oup.com/academic/product/secularism-9780198809135?cc=gb&lang=en&
For Peter Hitchens: http://hitchensblog.mailonsunday.co.uk/
Get signed copies of Unbelievable? the book and audiobook: www.unbelievablebook.co.uk
Get Unbelievable? the Conference 2017 DVD/CD & Dig...
2017-09-291h 22SundayArchbishop of Canterbury in the Middle East, Mindfulness in School, Benedictine Monks and DietA new study suggest medieval Benedictine Monks aided the evolution of the modern chicken because of their dietary rules discouraging the consumption of four-legged animals. Edward talks to the author, Anders Erikson and Dr Andrew Jotiscky, from the University of London The Archbishop of Canterbury is half way through a twelve day trip to the Middle East. During a visit to a refugee camp in Jordan he said Christians in the region "are the past, they are the present and they must be the future." Our Middle East Correspondent, Yolande Knell reports.To mark the...
2017-05-0743 minUnbelievable?Did God Create Humanism? Theo Hobson & Andrew CopsonTheo Hobson is the author of the new book ‘God Created Humanism: The Christian basis of Secular Values’ (SPCK) in which he argues that atheistic humanism owes it values and ideology to the Judeo-Christian heritage of the West.
Andrew Copson, Chief Executive of the British Humanist Association responds.
For Unbelievable? the Conference 2017: http://www.premier.org.uk/whychrist
For The Hobson’s book God Created Humanism: https://www.amazon.co.uk/God-Created-Humanism-Christian-Secular/dp/0281077428
For Andrew Copson’s book The Wiley Blackwell Handbook of Humanism https://www.amazon.co.uk/Wiley-Blackwell-Handbook-Humanism/dp/1119977177
Order...
2017-03-171h 21
Conway Hall: Where Ethics MatterLondonThinks - Richard Holloway & Andrew CopsonIn an era of hardening religious attitudes and explosive religious violence, Richard Holloway and Andrew Copson talk about the trials and tribulations of religion and belief, and what it means to be a humanist in the 21st century.
Richard Holloway, former Bishop of Edinburgh and Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church, is an internationally popular writer and broadcaster. His more than 20 books include the best-selling Leaving Alexandria: A Memoir of Faith and Doubt. He lives in Edinburgh. His latest book is A Little History of Religion.
Andrew Copson is Chief Executive of the British Humanist Association and President of the...
2016-09-131h 30Conway Hall: Where Ethics MatterLondonThinks - Richard Holloway & Andrew CopsonIn an era of hardening religious attitudes and explosive religious violence, Richard Holloway and Andrew Copson talk about the trials and tribulations of religion and belief, and what it means to be a humanist in the 21st century.
Richard Holloway, former Bishop of Edinburgh and Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church, is an internationally popular writer and broadcaster. His more than 20 books include the best-selling Leaving Alexandria: A Memoir of Faith and Doubt. He lives in Edinburgh. His latest book is A Little History of Religion.
Andrew Copson is Chief Executive of the British Humanist Association and President of the...
2016-09-131h 30
Conway Hall: Where Ethics MatterLondon Thinks - The Theology And Ethics Of Star WarsIs Obi Wan Kenobi a benign spirit guide or a radical preacher recruiting vulnerable teens to join a terrorist movement that blows up government Death Stars? Is R2D2 Moses? And is Han Solo really a humanist?
These and other questions will be answered by our panel of experts, including: Professor Francesca Stavrakopoulou and Chief Executive of the British Humanist Association and Sci Fi supremo, Andrew Copson.
2016-03-311h 32