Ep. 261: Mind Over Matter with Dr. J.P. Moreland
On this special episode, Nate chats with Dr. J.P. Moreland (distinguished professor of Philosophy at Biola) about how the mind is not the brain, why that points to the existence of the soul, and how to discuss it with others.
"I Didn't Choose To Be An Atheist"
“When you say X is the fastest growing religion, all you mean is that X people have babies at the fastest rate. But babies have no religion.” --Richard Dawkins
Practicing the Art of Asking Leading Questions
"This is an excellent tactic; one that must be developed through reflection and practice."
Thought Snack: Neuroscience and the Soul
Philosopher and author J.P. Moreland discusses how neuroscience is irrelevant to the debate over the soul's existence.
Note to Physicalists: If the Mind is Not the Brain, Then We Have Souls
"If it can be shown that the mind is immaterial then human beings have souls."