Intelligent Design

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Privileged Species Trailer

Privileged Species Trailer

In his books Evolution: A Theory in Crisis and Nature’s Destiny, biochemist Michael Denton has argued with a remarkable power and clarity that in fact life gives direct evidence of purpose. In Privileged Species he takes his case further, showing how the Earth is designed not just for life, but specifically for the human form.century science.” Michael Denton holds an Read More ›

A Cosmological Argument for God’s Existence, pt. 3

A Cosmological Argument for God’s Existence, pt. 3

In this special series of The John Ankerberg Show, Dr. Stephen Meyer presents a cosmological argument for God’s existence. In part 3, Dr. Meyer describes how the physical constants of the universe are finely tuned for life and presents intelligent design as the best theory to explain the evidence. Videos posted with permission. Stephen Meyer is the author of The New Read More ›

A Cosmological Argument for God’s Existence, pt. 2

A Cosmological Argument for God’s Existence, pt. 2

In this special series of The John Ankerberg Show, Dr. Stephen Meyer presents a cosmological argument for God’s existence. In part 2, Dr. Meyer discusses evidence from Edwin Hubble, Albert Einstein, and Stephen Hawking that the universe had a definite beginning. Videos posted with permission. Stephen Meyer is the author of The New York Times best selling book Darwin’s Doubt: Read More ›

Complex Biological Systems: A Debate, pt. 3: Responses

Complex Biological Systems: A Debate, pt. 3: Responses

Intelligent design or theistic evolution? In the conclusion to their debate at the European Leaders’ Forum in 2013, Dr. Stephen Meyer and Dr. Ard Louis respond to each other’s presentations. For the full debate, see part 1 (http://youtu.be/f36Xup_XN4M) and part 2 (http://youtu.be/PKtkE1Z5JyE). Video courtesy ELF and posted with permission.

A Cosmological Argument for God’s Existence, pt. 1

A Cosmological Argument for God’s Existence, pt. 1

In this special series of The John Ankerberg Show, Dr. Stephen Meyer presents a cosmological argument for God’s existence: the universe, space, and time all had a beginning, the universe has been fine-tuned for life, and every living cell contains the information and design necessary for life. In part 1, Dr. Meyer describes the development of a naturalistic view of Read More ›

Jonathan Wells’s Centriole Hypothesis

Jonathan Wells’s Centriole Hypothesis

A microtubule-dependent polar ejection force that pushes chromosomes away from spindle poles during prometaphase is observed in animal cells but not in the cells of higher plants. Elongating microtubules and kinesin-like motor molecules have been proposed as possible causes, but neither accounts for all the data. In the hypothesis proposed here a polar ejection force is generated by centrioles, which Read More ›

Intelligent Design Under Fire, pt. 4: Q&A with Charlotte Laws & Larry Herbert

Intelligent Design Under Fire, pt. 4: Q&A with Charlotte Laws & Larry Herber

In Intelligent Design Under Fire, Dr. Stephen Meyer and colleagues Dr. Jonathan Wells, Dr. Michael Behe, Dr. Guillermo Gonzalez, and Dr. Paul Nelson respond to questions about intelligent design from a panel of critics. Part 4 features questions from writer and columnist Dr. Charlotte Laws, retired geology professor Dr. Larry Herber, comparative religion professor Dr. Craig Nelson, and others. Video Read More ›

Intelligent Design Under Fire, pt. 2: Q&A with Dateline NBC’s Keith Morrison

This is part 2 of a video called Intelligent Design Under Fire. Dr. Stephen Meyer joins Michael Behe, Jonathan Wells, Paul Nelson, and Guillermo Gonzalez in defending the arguments of intelligent design in response to questions from a panel of leading critics of the theory. Part 2 includes Q&A with Dateline NBC’s Keith Morrison. Video copyright Biola University. Used with Read More ›

Signature in the Cell: Stephen Meyer Faces his Critics, pt. 2: Q&A and Debate

Signature in the Cell: Stephen Meyer Faces his Critics, pt. 2: Q&A and Debate

This video is part 2 of an event held at Biola University called Signature in the Cell: Stephen Meyer Faces his Critics. After a presentation on the arguments of his book, Dr. Meyer addresses critics Dr. Stephen Matheson and Dr. Arthur Hunt one on one in this not-to-be-missed Q&A session. Posted with permission. Content from the full event is available Read More ›

Signature in the Cell: Stephen Meyer Faces his Critics, pt. 1: The Presentation

Signature in the Cell: Stephen Meyer Faces his Critics, pt. 1: The Presentation

This video is part 1 of an event held at Biola University called Signature in the Cell: Stephen Meyer Faces his Critics. Dr. Stephen Meyer lectures on his book, Signature in the Cell, and the evidence for Intelligent Design from DNA and the origin of life. He first walks through the theory of natural selection and presents his downfalls. Content Read More ›

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Dr. Meyer Debates Paleontologist Charles Marshall on Premier Radio

In November 2013, Stephen Meyer debated paleontologist and UC Berkeley professor Charles Marshall about Darwin’s Doubt and intelligent design. An engaging and timely discussion! Stephen Meyer is the author of The New York Times best selling book Darwin’s Doubt: The Explosive Origin of Animal Life and the case for Intelligent Design (HarperOne, 2013). For more information on the book and Read More ›

Stephen Meyer & Eric Metaxas Discuss Darwin’s Doubt at Socrates in the City

Stephen Meyer & Eric Metaxas Discuss Darwin’s Doubt at Socrates in the City

In September 2013, Dr. Meyer joined host Eric Metaxas for a stimulating conversation before a live audience about Meyer’s bestselling book Darwin’s Doubt. Video courtesy Socrates in the City. Posted with permission.