My Experiences So Far
Just in case anyone wants to look at my craggy face, it's here for you. This is a video of my early experiences of multiple sclerosis diagnosis. https://youtu.be/CH5LslA9-PQ
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Einstein and God
People have long argued about how Einstein interpreted the idea of God and whether he was in any way religious. Well, that famous letter is up for auction again. As The Independent reports:
Stanhope on Nationalism
Doug Stanhope does a fine job here of poking some holes in the idea of fervent nationalism. Classic: [su_youtube url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_iBOEDb7PM"] Stay in
Motivated Reasoning; Aligning with Supporters of Breaking up the EU
As you will all know, I'm a supporter of the EU and the UK staying within its confines. I have argued against a ton of people, both in person and in
Beyond an Absence of Faith
Beyond An Absence of Faith: Stories About the Loss of Faith and the Discovery of Self (UK link) Leaving one’s religion behind, walking away from faith, is never an easy journey. With
NZ's Ardern vs Trump
Jacinda Ardern is the Labour Prime Minister for New Zealand. Although she has riled some with her raising of taxes (my brother-in-law ain't too happy), she is doing some good work
Human Rights Don't Exist until We Construct and Codify Them
Human rights don't exist. By this, I mean, as I so often state, they do not have ontic existence - they do not exist outside of our minds. Like all abstract
On Answering Questions: Kavanaugh vs Ford
This is an interesting little analysis from Vox from a Bloomberg transcript: Stay in touch! Like A Tippling Philosopher on Facebook: A Tippling Philosopher
Catholic Magazine Withdraws Endorsement for Kavanaugh
According to The Guardian: America Magazine, the only Catholic weekly magazine in North America, has withdrawn its previous endorsement of Kavanaugh. “While we previously endorsed the nomination of Judge Kavanaugh on the basis
Religion and Society: Living with the Gods
Here is an interview I heard on Radio 4 the other morning on the way to work and I thought it would be interesting for you to replicate it here. Neil MacGregor has
'Shocking' sexual abuse of children by German clergy
It is no surprise that, given that this sort of thing has happened and been extensively reported on in the US, that it has also taken place elsewhere. As The Guardian reports, things
Saint Peterasty
Here is something a little different for you, kindly with permission from Robert M. Price. Saint Peterasty Robert M. Price The Roman Catholic Church reached the point of crisis some years ago. The