An exploration of epistemology, philosophy, warranted(?) Christian belief, and various other topics. If you like the dialogue between faith and skepticism, you found the right place. Check out my website at https://www.robertlwhite.net Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-rlw-show/support
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Let's talk about "the simplest explanation is always best," if that's really true, and how to apply it. Check out my website at https://www.robertlwhite.net and please rate me in your podcast app of choice if you enjoy! Thanks!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-rlw-show/support…
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In conversation with Digital Gnosis (Nathan Ormond)
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Nathan is a fascinating guy. He grew up non-religious, briefly became a fundamentalist Christian (while also undergoing some personal turmoil), deconstructed and fully left that, spent a year or two severely critiquing arguments for Christianity, but as of recent he's now tentatively calling himself a Christian again but isn't sure it's *literally*…
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Street Epistemology with Eddie (Deep Discussions)
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Eddie (atheist) tries some Street Epistemology on Robert. Let's see how it goes. Eddie is a popular YouTuber who posts his Street Epistemology discussions on his channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtftwuFFsiXLkzmpWPncd5w --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-rlw-show/support…
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What are "boundaries?" How do you define what's inside and outside your boundaries? For Christians, is it "Christ-like" to have boundaries and in what way should you hold them if so? These are the sort of things I was trying to wrap my head around when discussing this topic. Here's the original blog post: https://www.robertlwhite.net/life/boundarie…
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Live stream: Randal Rauser (Christian) and Counter Apologist (Atheist) Discuss the Resurrection
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I had the pleasure of hosting an informal discussion between theologian and apologist Randal Rauser and The Counter Apologist, a prominent atheist/skeptic blogger, about the evidence for Jesus' resurrection. Near the end, I even got to take my moderator hat off for a second and have a bout with CA for twenty minutes or so. Here is my post-discussio…
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In this episode, I take a break from the main sequence of epistemology and instead give some advice to Christians who are currently deconstructing their faith. But first, if you haven't listened to my recent miracles chat with two ex-Christians, check that out! https://pca.st/lkdbkl1h You can use the link further below to leave me a voice message. …
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The Nature of Consciousness (Real Seekers Podcast)
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I had the pleasure of being a guest on the Real Seekers podcast (https://realseekerministries.wordpress.com) to debate the nature of consciousness with Travis (atheist) and Dale (Christian) last week. After a quick intro, I play the episode in full here. Please leave feedback via voice message (link below) or on my website. Thanks! Check out my web…
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Epistemology: 10 - Knowledge Bracketing
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In this episode, I describe the most important tool for breaking down and questioning any cherished belief. It's also an indispensable tool for all objective investigation. So what are you waiting for?? Listen already! You can use the link further below to leave me a voice message. I'll try to respond to any questions in the next episode. Check out…
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Miracles Debate on the Real Seekers Podcast
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I had the pleasure of being a guest on the Real Seekers podcast (https://realseekerministries.wordpress.com) and discussing / debating miracles with Matthew (atheist) and Dale (Christian) last week. After a quick intro, I play the episode in full here. Please leave feedback via voice message (link below) or on my website. Thanks! Check out my websi…
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Epistemology: 9 - Heuristics, or the Surprising Virtue of Fallacies
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What is a heuristic? How do they function within our epistemology? Are they irrelevant once you find a deductive argument for your position (spoiler: No!). Listen to find out! Also, use the link further below to leave me a voice message. I'll try to respond to any questions in the next episode. Check out my website at https://www.robertlwhite.net a…
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LIVE DEBATE! Theories of Justice: Is Retribution Necessary?
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I had the distinct pleasure of debating my friend, Brandon Bartlett, about philosophical theories of justice this past Saturday night. Brandon has a degree in philosophy and was a debate champion in high school, so he was definitely up to the task. Does a person have to be punished for justice to be served? What is forgiveness then? What exactly ha…
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Miracles: A Robert (Christian) and Ryan (Atheist) Discussion
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Ready for some R&R? Robert and atheist friend Ryan discuss miracles in this episode. Before watching, I highly recommend watching at least 10 minutes of this talk (it should automatically start at the 35 minute mark), since I reference it at multiple points: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y57VUN2TO5M&feature=youtu.be&t=2077 In particular, it inclu…
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Epistemology: 8 - Software Engineering and Black Swans
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What does software engineering have to do with epistemology? Listen to find out! Also, use the link further below to leave me a voice message. I'll try to respond to any questions in the next episode. Check out my website at https://www.robertlwhite.net and please rate me in your podcast app of choice if you enjoy! Thanks! --- Support this podcast:…
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Epistemology: 7 - Applying the Black Swan to Christian Faith
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Can the Christian faith survive the much more austere epistemology of The Black Swan? Listen to this episode to find out! Or at least to hear about an approach to apologetics that is much more conducive to Black Swan epistemology. Check out my website at https://www.robertlwhite.net and please rate me in your podcast app of choice if you enjoy! Tha…
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In this edition of Epistemology with Robert, I discuss Nassim Taleb's book The Black Swan. I also touch on WWII, The Big Short, whole milk vs skim, global warming, and pictures of fire hydrants. Don't try to make that make sense. Just listen to the episode. Check out my website at https://www.robertlwhite.net and please rate me in your podcast app …
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Chattin' with N. T. Wright about theories of justice
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I chatted with one of my favorite authors tonight, so I rode my high straight into recording a podcast about theories of justice, the Atonement, books by an ex-Evangelical pastor turned atheist, and more! I referenced some Greg Boyd videos about the Atonement -- the links are below. They are each quite short. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iAlPPz1…
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Robert Interviews An Atheist: Ryan Price
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In this first edition of RIAA, I have the pleasure of chatting with Ryan Price, a thoughtful skeptic I encountered through comments on my blog posts. We had a substantive, friendly discussion ranging from what we value in the other "side," free will, consciousness, and we even discussed our thoughts on the prominent Christian apologist William Lane…
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Epistemology: 5 - From Engineer To Intuitionist
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This will probably be the most important episode in my series on epistemology. This is the one where I lay out in depth the core of my own personal epistemology. Also, if you happen to struggle with decision making, this episode might help you with that too (or at least gain some clarity on how you process decisions).Check out my website at https:/…
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Epistemology: 4 - Logic Always Wins
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A further exploration into the idea that there are no true contradictions. If you've ever been frustrated with how religious people tend to embrace the irrational or illogical, you'll sympathize with this episode.Check out my website at https://www.robertl33t.com--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-rlw-show/support…
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Epistemology: 3 - A baseline epistemology (Part II)
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In this episode, I continue building out a baseline epistemology (i.e. one we probably can all agree on) by discussing Critical vs Naive Realism and why I think there are no true contradictions.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-rlw-show/support
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Epistemology: 2 - A baseline epistemology (Part I)
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In this episode, I give an outline of the entire series on epistemology as well as start building a baseline epistemology we can (probably) all agree on using concepts such as "I think therefore I am," Realism, and Occam's Razor.Check out my website at https://www.robertl33t.com--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-r…
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Epistemology: 1 - What it is and why it matters
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In this episode, I dig into what epistemology is, why it matters, and even tell a joke along the way. Who knew I had such talents.Check out my website at https://www.robertl33t.com--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-rlw-show/support
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A quick overview of what to expect from The RLW Show.Check out my website at https://www.robertl33t.com--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-rlw-show/support
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