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Authors talking to David Freeman about their books. Most of the conversations are from David’s personal archive that have been collected over the past 40 years.
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The war that is spreading across the Middle East has a religious dimension.
American aggression is supported by evangelical Christians, Iran is an Islamic state and Israel has its own Jewish deity.
None of the gods seem to be seekers for peace. All seek vengeance and revenge.
In early 2025 a million Hindus tried to bathe in a river at the same time. Why would anyone think this would be a good idea.
Robin Dunbar is Professor of Evolutionary Psychology at the University of Oxford. From his academic standpoint he charts the evolution of religion in all its many guises and forms.
Does the professor's analysis explain the enduring but shrinking appeal of non logical beliefs?
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